Summer is in full swing around the Triangle, and there's a lot of things to do. From summer festivals to movies in the park, there is something to do every day.
Aug. 1-6
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Aug. 1: Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival - 60+ beers, 40+ bourbons and lots of barbecue at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary.
Aug. 1: The Market at NCMA - Browse the galleries, enjoy the museum park, and shop local!
Aug. 1: MJ Night at Ritz Raleigh - A celebration of the King of Pop featuring Michael Jackson's biggest hits, remixes, deep cuts, and dance floor classics all night long.
Aug. 1: Andrew Orolfo - The comedian is at Raleigh Improv in Cary.
Aug. 1: Girls Summer Soirée - Shop and support an incredible lineup of local female-owned small businesses at Boxyard RTP featuring fashion, books, charms, jewelry, and so much more.
Aug. 1: Dog Days of Summer Pawty - A pool party for dogs with free ice cream, a dog treat bar and fundraising for Saving Grace.
Aug. 1: Movies with Goats - Snuggle goats under the stars while enjoying a surprise movie at Spring Haven Farm in Chapel Hill.
Aug. 1: Derek Stroup - Alabama native, Waffle House enthusiast and stand-up comedian Derrick Stroup is at Goodnights.
Aug. 1: Watermelon Festival - Live music, a watermelon eating contest and more at McLean Farms in Fuquay-Varina.
Aug. 1: GRL Market - A market featuring women-owned brands at Waverly Place in Cary.
Aug. 2: Durham Fiesta Latina - Attendees will have the opportunity to experience authentic cuisine, lively music, folkloric dancing, and engaging activities that are fun for the entire family.
Aug. 2: Bubble Fest - Face painting, giant bubbles and frozen treats from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Moore Square.
Aug. 2: Cary Underground Market - 30+ local vendors, food trucks, beer and drinks from Bond Brothers and more!
Aug. 2: Derek Hough - Symphony of Dance: Encore is at DPAC.
Aug. 4: Deep Purple - See the band at Red Hat with Kansas and Jefferson Starship.
Aug. 7-13
Aug. 7: Tim McGraw - The Pawn Shop Guitar tour comes to Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek.
Aug. 7: Movie Night at Raleigh Brewing - There will be local beer, cocktails, snack options and "Top Gun" on the big screen.
Aug. 7: The Big Three: Tributes to Metallica, Slayer and Megadeth - The show is at Kings in Raleigh.
Aug. 7: First Friday at Oak City Brewing - There will be live music, vendors and food trucks.
Aug. 8: The Market at Raleigh Iron Works - A pop-up market at Raleigh Iron Works featuring all-local artisans.
Aug. 8: Triangle Wedding Show - The event is at the Jim Graham Building at the State Fairgrounds.
Aug. 8: Clayton Skate Night - The indoor gym at the Clayton Community Center turns into a roller rink! Bring your own skates.
Aug. 8: Fit + Flow at Fenton - This festival blends the Triangle Yoga Festival and the Peak City Fitness Festival into a one-of-a-kind experience in Cary.
Aug. 8: Triangle Native American Film Festival - You can see fun animated shorts, documentaries presented by PBS, and full feature-length films that range from romantic to thrilling at Rialto.
Aug. 8: Stephen Wilson Jr. - See the Gary the Torch tour with special guest The Lone Bellow.
Aug. 8: Cornament for Special Olympics - Triangle YP Civitan is raising money for Special Olympics NC with a cornhole tournament.
Aug. 8: Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile - This Downhill Mile has separate races for men and women.
Aug. 8: NC Jerk Festival - This event at Durham Central Park brings the community together for live music, authentic jerk cuisine and flavors from across the Caribbean and around the world.
Aug. 8: GarlicFest - The Western Wake Farmers Market at Morrisville Town Hall celebrates garlic.
Aug. 8-9: Repticon Raleigh - The reptile festival is at the NC State Fairgrounds.
Aug. 9: Black Farmers Market Raleigh - This is a rotating weekly market featuring Black-owned farmers, food makers, and small businesses across the Triangle.
Aug. 9: Raleigh Underground Market - A monthly series featuring new bands every month , 50+ local vendors, food trucks, beer/wine and more.
Aug. 9: Raleigh Comic Book Show - This is the second-longest-running show in North Carolina! Admission is free.
Aug. 9: Deep River Brewing Food Truck Rodeo - The event starts at 12 p.m. in downtown Clayton.
Aug. 11-16: Durham Bulls - A week-long homestand ends with a weekend of fun: Dollar Dogs, Saturday night fireworks and Princess and Pirates Night.
Aug. 13: Downtown Clayton Concert: All My Rowdy Friends with Nicholas Vernon - The show is free in Clayton Town Square.
Aug. 14-20
Aug. 14: 5 Seconds of Summer - The band's Everyone's A Star! world tour is at Walnut Creek.
Aug. 14: PJ Morton - The soul singer comes to Meymandi Concert Hall.
Aug. 15: Raleigh Twilight Market - Featuring local vendors, a live DJ, food and drinks from Smoky Hollow!
Aug. 15: Taco and Margarita Fest - Bar crawl your way through Fenton and fuel up at one (or all) of the five taco stations throughout all three venues.
Aug. 15: Simple Plan - The It's Bigger Than Your Think tour is at Red Hat with special guests 3OH!3 and Bowling for Soup.
Aug. 15: Fenton Markers Market - Browse the vendors, find a new favorite handmade item, and shop local!
Aug. 15: John Violinist Live! - John Violinist is an internationally recognized violinist whose performances bridge contemporary R&B, soul and modern instrumental artistry.
Aug. 15: Riffs and Rescues - Mason Jar Lager Co. has a full day of heavy music, local chaos, pet adoptions, and a whole lot of heart all to support Lending Paws A Hand, Inc.
Aug. 15: Rescue Brew Launch Party - Meet adoptable dogs from Second Chance Pet Adoptions, browse a curated vendor market, get a professional pet sketch of your furry friend(s) and enjoy music from DJ Marrs. This event is at Boxyard RTP.
Aug. 15-16: Body Mind Spirit Celebration - The festival of all things holistic is at the NC State Fairgrounds.
Aug. 16: Raleigh's All Things Groovy Hippie Fest - This free-spirited, community-loved festival at Moore Square celebrates all things groovy with a curated lineup of local makers, artists, and vintage-inspired vendors, a vintage car show, and plenty of colorful fun throughout the park.
Aug. 16: Art of Cool: The Frequency Series - Featuring Jonathan Butler and Najee with Aaron McCoy.
Aug. 16: Summer Patchwork Market - The Patchwork Market is a juried indoor makers market at the historic Durham Armory.
Aug. 18: Ella Mai - The Do You Still Love Me? tour comes to Red Hat.
Aug. 18: Midtown Makers Market - Midtown Makers Market is a curated evening market in the North Hills Innovation District that showcases local makers, artisans and small businesses.
Aug. 21-27
Aug. 21: The Beatles Candlelight Experience in Durham - The event is at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Aug. 21: Jordan Davis - See the show at Red Hat.
Aug. 21: Hasan Hates Ronny | Ronny Hates Hasan - The ultimate comedy debate comes to DPAC.
Aug. 21: Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience - The show is at Bowstring Brewyard in Raleigh.
Aug. 21: Durham Foodie Faire - Food vendors and art at Durham Central Park.
Aug. 22: Jack Johnson - The Superfilmusic tour comes to Walnut Creek.
Aug. 22: The Glow Market - Pourworks hosts an unforgettable summer night filled with shopping, live music, delicious food, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Aug. 22: Night Nation Run - The world’s first running music festival, an ultimate blend of a music festival and a fun run. Experience a music-filled course with live DJs, light shows, bubble zones, and neon and black lights.
Aug. 22: The Mountain Goats - The show is ar DPAC with special guest Mary Gauthier.
Aug. 22: NC Courage Tailgate - There will be inflatables, games, and more at Fenton in Cary ahead of the match! Tailgates start three hours before kickoff and end one hour before the match.
Aug. 22: Nitro Circus 2.0 - Featuring the world’s top athletes in FMX, BMX, scooter, and more, this adrenaline-fueled spectacular unleashes jaw dropping stunts in Durham.
Aug. 22: Summer Celebration - Join Artspace and partners for Summer Celebration featuring a youth art exhibition, hands-on art making activities and demonstrations.
Aug. 22-23: Lazy Daze - The Cary festival showcases over 250 artists from across the country. Enjoy live entertainment on four stages, savor delicious offerings from 25+ food & beverage vendors, and relax in a beer garden.
Aug. 22-23: Cary Street Food Festival - This celebration at Fenton will feature the Cary area's best food trucks and restaurants, with all food items priced at $5 or less. There will be live music, axe throwing, beer tubs, an eating contest, vendor market and more.
Aug. 22-23: Kristin Key - Join the nationally headlining, queer, musical comedian and viral sensation for an unforgettable evening of hilarious comedy, music, inclusion, and connection at Goodnights.
Aug. 23: Downtown Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo - An epic gathering of local food trucks on Fayetteville Street.
Aug. 23: Billy Idol - See him at Walnut Creek.
Aug. 23: Squeeze: Tried, Yested and Trixies - Celebrate 53 years of timeless songwriting with their classic hits. Plus, enjoy special performances by Adam Ant and Haircut 100.
Aug. 25-30: Durham Bulls - This homestand includes Dollar Dogs, Friday night fireworks, State Fair Night and TruckFest.
Aug. 28-31
Aug. 28: Blues Traveler/Gim Blossoms with Spin Doctors - The electrifying co-headlining summer tour comes to Koka Booth.
Aug. 28: Billy Joel and the Jets - It's the ultimate Billy Joel/Elton John experience at Lincoln Theatre.
Aug. 28-29: Eddie Griffin - See the comedian at Raleigh Improv in Cary.
Aug. 29: Blazin' Trails Bottle Babies celebration - Enjoy adorable adoptable puppies, birthday cake and more at the Yacht Club Beverage House in Youngsville to celebrate the nonprofit's birthday. This event wraps up a full week open house event.
Aug. 29: Chance the Rapper - See the Coloring Book 10th Anniversary tour at Red Hat.
Aug. 29: Ira Glass - "This American Life" host Ira Glass brings a night of storytelling in the style he pioneered on his hit radio show: funny stories with feelings.
Aug. 29: WAR - The legendary band WAR takes the stage at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.
Aug. 29: Splash Pad Bash - There will be a variety of fun games, giveaways, a DJ, and food trucks to supply you with all the music and food at Knightdale Station Park.
Aug. 29: Steep Canyon Rangers - The band will play at Bowstring Brewyard in Raleigh.
Aug. 29-30: International Festival - Theatre Raleigh hosts this event with cuisine from Spain, Brazil, Hawaii, China, India and more plus performances.
Aug. 29-30: NC Vintage Bazaar - 100+ vintage vendors at the Jim Graham Building at the NC State Fairgrounds.
Aug. 30: Yoga at ZincHouse Winery - The event is at 11:30 a.m.
Aug. 31: The Kehlani Would Tour - See the show at Walnut Creek.