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Pirate Parrrty!

Quail Ridge Books 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh

Ayoy, young mateys! Wear a pirate costume and take part in a shindig featuring stories, crafts, treats and raucous sea shanties with North Carolina authors Darren Farrell and Ashley Belote..

$5

“Corteo”

PNC Arena 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States

A nostalgic clown looks back on his life dedicated to revelry and merry-making. Cirque de Soleil transports audiences to a gravity-defying world filled with lively music and fanciful costumes. Purchase.

Summer at the Springs

Holly Springs Cultural Center 300 W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs

Spread a blanket on the lawn and enjoy live music from Kings of the Highway. Food trucks and a wine and beer market round out the event.

“Earth and Sky: A Great Gathering For All Beings”

The Forest Theatre 123 S. Boundary Street, Chapel Hill

Paperhand Puppet Intervention presents its 24th annual pageant showcasing fantastical creatures and animals of all shapes and sizes. Family-friendly performances are held Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. with.

Plant-Based Cooking Class: Classic French

Briar Chapel Chapel Hill

Watch as Karen Pullen of Everyday Plant-Based Cooking School prepares French onion soup, potatoes Dauphinoise, green lentil and bitter greens salad, French mustard seitan and cherry claflouti. Be hands-on or.

S’Morrisville

Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville

Take part in National S’mores Day, when the town of Morrisville changes its name and becomes “S’Morrisville” in honor of the enjoy the delicious snacks made famous at campfires everywhere..

“The Rocket Man Show”

Durham Performing Arts Center 123 Vivian Street, Durham

Rus Anderson painstakingly recreates a 1970s Elton John concert with gorgeous, colorful and flamboyant costumes worn by The Rocket Man—including his iconic boots, glasses and jumpsuits from 1973, as well.

Book Signing: Frances Mayes “A Great Marriage”

Quail Ridge Books 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh

Beloved author Frances Mayes creates a rich tapestry of characters from an unforgettable family, exploring the grand mystery ride of marriage, and what really makes for a “great” one. Tickets,.

$30

Mud Day Celebration

Walnut Creek Wetland Park 950 Peterson Street, Raleigh, NC

Enjoy activities, food trucks, and of course, a giant mud pit! Come dressed to get messy and wet. The full list of festival activities also includes mud kitchen, live animals,.

Pasta Making Class: Pasta Cuts and Ravioli

Il Laboratorio by Melina's Fresh Pasta 3101 Guess Road, Durham

Learn how to make pasta from Carmella, the owner of Melina's Fresh Pasta. Classes are hands-on and end with a pasta tasting. Tickets are $70 and can be purchased online.

$70

Demo Daze

Downtown Cary Park 327 S. Academy Street, Cary

See a vibrant showcase featuring demo stations in prelude to the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival August 24-25. Immerse yourself in a fusion of artistry, inspiration and anticipation at.