A relaxed evening gathering with charcuterie, wine, and light interactive touches like a DIY bouquet bar and live painting – perfect for an easy, feel-good way to celebrate the season.

An easy, open-air evening of live music paired with food trucks by the lake, making it a perfect after-work plan to relax, eat, and settle into the season’s longer, warmer nights.

A relaxed evening gathering in the gardens celebrating 50 years of NC’s green industry and horticulture, with classic BBQ, local drinks, and an easy, social atmosphere that fits right into the season’s longer, warmer nights.

A lively, food-filled day featuring 20+ local food trucks, perfect for dropping by with friends, trying something new, and settling into the kind of casual, social weekends that come with the start of summer.

A lively evening market with local vendors, food, and a walkable downtown setting, offering an easy way to spend a warm night out as the season starts to shift.

A relaxed Sunday market with local vendors, fresh produce, and live music, offering an easy way to spend a few hours outdoors and ease into the season’s slower, social rhythm.

A lively outdoor concert with live music, food trucks, and a festive downtown crowd, making it an easy go-to for a fun, social night as warmer evenings settle in.

An easygoing afternoon of live bluegrass, barbecue, and food trucks, creating a lively outdoor hang perfect for settling into the season’s longer, more social evenings.

Live music, food trucks, and a lively downtown crowd come together for an easy night out filled with upbeat tunes and warm evening energy.

Live DJs, local vendors, and an easy picnic-style setup come together for a relaxed afternoon of music and browsing that’s perfect for easing into the season outdoors.