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8/6
Rollin’ With Pride
They see me rollin’… Show your Pride beyond Pride Month via INDY Week’s community skate party at Wheels Durham benefiting Bull City’s LGBTQ+ community. eventbrite.com
8/6–8, 13–16
The Revolutionists
Four fierce women, an assassin and a playwright walk into a room. … The stage preps for battle and faces the French Revolution, unveiling 120 minutes of history—and those who dare to define it. theatreinthepark.com
8/7
Back-to-School Drive
Kick off the school year with Change the Type’s sixth annual back-to-school drive at Biltmore Hills Community Center feat. free school supplies, free haircuts, food, games, raffle prizes, community resources and family-friendly activities. facebook.com
8/7
Dogstar
Fun fact: John Wick is in an alt-rock band. Keanu Reeves and company are cranking up riffs, rock ’n’ roll and high energy at The Ritz. livenation.com
8/7
First Friday Happy Hour With NC Courage
Kick it with the finest players in women’s soccer with drinks, friendship bracelets and miniature soccer (and prizes!) at the City of Raleigh Museum. raleighnc.gov
8/7
Ice Cream Social
I scream, you scream, we all scream for a ~sweet~ community event discussing future plans of the Pope House Museum, South Park Heritage Trail and John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Center! raleighnc.gov
8/7
LGBT Center of Raleigh Housewarming
Mark your cal: The LGBT Center of Raleigh is officially moved in—and everyone is invited for cake, crafts, a house tour plus a raid through the queer clothing closet. Say less. @lgbtcenterofraleigh
8/7
Sir Walter Miler
Fast people doing very fast things. Watch elite runners from around the globe chase mile-time glory—and a coveted spot in the sub-4:00 and sub-4:30 clubs. sirwaltermiler.com
8/7
Tim McGraw
When you think Tim McGraw… think country music champ. Mr. “Don’t Take the Girl” is going boots-on-the-ground at Walnut Creek for a night full of chart-topping charm. We like it, we love it. livenation.com
8/7
Yappy Hour
Who let the dogs out? Leash up, let loose and meet others ruffin’ it at Dix. Dig in to food trucks, furry-focused locales and drinks for those of age—dog years don’t count. dixpark.org
8/7–8
Peck & Plume Bourbon Weekend
Bottoms up! Peck & Plume is celebrating the release of its third private selection Maker’s Mark bourbon with a four-course dinner + private tasting on Friday, followed by an afternoon pig pickin’ and evening pairing dinner on Saturday. peckandplume.com
8/8
Fit + Flow
Let that ish go! Sweat it out at Fenton via a new fete blending the Triangle Yoga Festival and the Peak City Fitness Festival into a one-of-a-kind experience. fentonnc.com
8/8
Murder Mystery Dinner
Casino glamor, suspense and scandal collide at Red Bird’s next interactive murder mystery dinner, Betting on Death. Enjoy high-stakes intrigue while dining on a three-course prix fixe dinner with a casino-inspired menu and drinks. redbirdraleigh.com
8/8
Triangle Native American Film Festival
Roll the tape! Triangle Native American Society’s film fest returns for the second year at The Rialto, showcasing a slew of films told by Native actors and directors. etix.com
8/9
NC Songwriters in the Round
Circle up. Jason Adamo brings local talent to the theater, times eight. Gear up for a surplus of sound from artists like Daniel Anderson and Rich Russell. Expect alt, acoustic and everything in between. lincolntheatre.com
8/10
S’Morrisville
More s’mores, please! Head over to Morrisville for a sugary tradition celebrating everyone’s favorite campfire treat—think free s’mores (vegan options avail!), games and no shortage of fam-friendly fun. eventvesta.com
8/11–12
The Sound of Music
The hills are alive with the sound of music at The Rialto’s double feature of the iconic musical. Tuesday is not a singalong, and Wednesday singing is welcomed—choose wisely. therialto.com
8/12
DAYCLUB
Find nirvana with a guided rooftop yoga sesh at Union Station, then shake it out at a live DJ dance party topped off with drinks, snacks and wellness vendors. eventbrite.com
8/12
Radian Photography Exhibit
Take a picture, it’ll last longer. … Heights House is transforming into an interactive exhibition showcasing Radian Photography co-owner/photographer Radhika Deshmukh-McDiarmid’s large-format prints, film negatives, personal artifacts and more exploring memory, permanence, family and the tactile nature of photography. @radianphotography
8/12–15
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Victor Hugo’s timeless tale of religious hypocrisy, unchecked power and free will comes to life in a sweeping, epic musical in collaboration with North Carolina Master Chorale. theatreraleigh.ludus.com
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