MONTHLY MARKET. Fenton Makers Market (201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary) takes place Saturday, August 12, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Browse the Fenton stores along with 35 additional local artists’ booths in the square.…

BEER, BOURBON + BBQ. The Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival returns to Cary’s Koka Booth Amphitheatre this weekend: Friday, 6–10 p.m.; and Saturday, 2–6 p.m., with VIP access at noon. View the menu here and…

GOOD EATS. Downtown Cary Park, the upcoming urban park spanning 7 acres in the heart of downtown Cary, announced this week that Cary Park Ventures will serve as its exclusive food…

BARBIE PARTY. Celebrate the July 21 release of “Barbie” at Paragon Theaters in Cary’s Fenton Square on Saturday, July 22, 2–6 p.m. Dress as your favorite Ken or Barbie and win prizes. The…

SUMMER FESTIVALS. Looking for a fun road trip destination this summer? Check out one of the many summer festivals happening around North Carolina. Just pick one and go! Our roundup guides you to…

ART ON DISPLAY. Stroll the green at Fenton Square in Cary Saturday, July 8, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. to shop the Makers Market, a pop-up event taking place the second Saturday of every…

LIGHT IT UP! A stunning holiday tradition in the Triangle—the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival—returns for its eighth season at Koka Booth Amphitheatre November 17–January 14. Tickets for any night of this popular event, as well…

SPIDY SENSES. Venture into the amazing world of spiders at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences’ “Spiders: Fear to Fascination,” which opened June 17. Witness the superb skills of these…

MAKING A SPLASH! Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh has opened its reimagined water play space. The “Splash” exhibit on the museum’s first floor includes a three-story pirate ship, a yellow science submarine and…

LIVE MUSIC. Celebrate the music of one of the world’s most successful pop groups—Fleetwood Mac—at the next Summerfest performance: “Never Break the Chain: The Music of Fleetwood Mac,” Friday, June 9…

FINE DINING. Peck & Plume at 301 South Academy Street in Cary will celebrate the debut of its new Private Selection bourbon from Maker’s Mark with a four-course dinner on Friday, June 16…

SWEET TOOTH. Crumbl Cookies opens its doors at a new location in Apex Friday, May 26, 8 a.m.–noon. Located at 1105 Pine Plaza Drive, the store features flavors such as dirt…

FESTIVAL FUN. Artsplosure returns to downtown Raleigh on Saturday, May 20 (11 a.m.–7 p.m.) and Sunday, May 22 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.). Explore the eclectic art market that features more than 175 juried…

PET RESCUES. Local rescue options offer spaying/neutering, some elective surgeries, medical assessments and treatments for all animals. Volunteers are needed to help with everything from cat cuddling, dog walking, foster pet…

DERBY DAYS. Dress to the nines and join Sports & Social at Fenton in Cary this Saturday, May 6, 3–8 p.m., for Derby Days. Exclusive to the second floor and rooftop, Derby…

SPRING FESTIVALS. The Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival takes place at Cary’s Bond Park on Saturday, April 29, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The event brings together 170 local artists. Enjoy food, activities for…

DELICIOUS DRINKS. Queen of Wines hosts a tasting tour of South Africa with five wines from Rickety Bridge Winery at Peck & Plume (301 South Academy Street, Cary) on Tuesday, April…

CHEERS. Live! Hospitality & Entertainment has opened a new rooftop, Mediterranean-inpsired concept at Fenton in Cary: AVA Rooftop Bar. Originally scheduled to open Friday, April 7, inclement weather delayed the opening to Sunday,…