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X-WR-CALNAME:Raleigh · food · this weekend · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fairgrounds Ideal Home Show DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062126Z UID:10109406-1789725600-1789761600@thetriangleweekender.com CATEGORIES:food,market DESCRIPTION:The long-running Fairgrounds Ideal Home Show is celebrating No rth Carolina’s storied barbecue culture when it returns to the NC State Fairgrounds Sept. 18-20\, bringing in legacy barbecue names and pitmasters to teach — and feed — audiences their craft. \nThe three-day show bri ngs together hundreds of local home improvement experts in one place and p icks up where online research leaves off\, providing real-world advice spe cific to each individual project. Guests can check out the latest home imp rovement products\, get advice from presenters on the Fresh Ideas Stage\, participate in interactive workshops and\, at this year’s show\, taste w orld-class barbecue from industry legends. \nJust in time for tailgate sea son\, the Fairgrounds Ideal Home Show is rounding up some of the biggest n ames in North Carolina barbecue to share trade secrets and samples. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062126Z LOCATION:NC State Fairgrounds\, 4285 Trinity Rd\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27607 URL:https://thetriangleweekender.com/event/fairgrounds-ideal-home-show/202 6-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Triangle Weekender X-SOURCE-URL:https://thetriangleweekender.com/spectator-sports-in-the-tria ngle END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bug Bites DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T003206Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53850810215241 CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Whether you're a curious foodie or a sustainability enthusiast \, come sample bug-forward bites and learn about the environmental and nut ritional benefits of alternative proteins. Special guest Kaira Sidhwa\, a food science graduate student\, will be on-site to answer all your burning questions about insects as the next big culinary trend. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T003206Z LOCATION:Case Academic Center URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/bug-bites?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_ medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day with a $10 Deal at Bad Daddy ’s Burger Bar DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T183639Z UID:10110357-1789729200-1789768800@thetriangleweekender.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:National Cheeseburger Day deserves a burger that’s anything but ordinary\, and Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar is bringing the heat. On Sept. 18\, dine-in guests can enjoy the limited-time Jalapeño Business with a classic side for just $10. \nBuilt on a juicy 7-ounce beef patty\, this bo ld burger is stacked with cheddar cheese\, fresh jalapeño slices\, a hous emade fried jalapeño popper and housemade raspberry bacon jam\, then fini shed with a flash-fried fresh jalapeño for the perfect balance of sweet\, smoky and spicy flavors. \nIt’s the kind of burger that lives up to the Bad Daddy’s name — and the ultimate way to celebrate one of America ’s favorite food holidays. \nThe offer is available to dine-in guests on ly. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T183639Z LOCATION:Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar\, 111 Seaboard Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 2760 4 URL:https://thetriangleweekender.com/event/celebrate-national-cheeseburger -day-with-a-10-deal-at-bad-daddys-burger-bar/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_ medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Triangle Weekender X-SOURCE-URL:https://thetriangleweekender.com/spectator-sports-in-the-tria ngle END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Postdoc Appreciation Week: Sports Day With Free Ice Cream DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T183355Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53921872360447 CATEGORIES:food,free,sports DESCRIPTION:Take a break from the lab and get moving. Head over to the Wel lness and Recreation Center for a fun afternoon of pickleball\, badminton and soccer. Plus\, enjoy free ice cream on a first-come\, first-served bas is.\n\nThis event is part of NC State’s 2026 Postdoc Appreciation Week. See the full schedule of events. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T183355Z LOCATION:Wellness and Recreation Center and Carmichael Gym URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/postdoc-appreciation-week-sports-day-w ith-free-ice-cream?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ral eigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sizzlin' September DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T180247Z UID:10004464-1789743600-1789758000@www.meredith.edu CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:\\Sizzlin’ September\nFeatured food trucks are Arepa Culture \, Big Mike’s Barbecue\, The Blue Window\, and Kona Ice. Vouchers are on a first-come come first-served basis\, so be sure to scan the QR code to reserve your meal when it opens on September 8th!\nSeptember 18th\, 2026\, 3-7pm\, Chapel Gazebo and Lot LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T180247Z URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/sizzlin-september/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Meredith College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/first-friday-raleigh-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Phillips Farms Grand Reopening Weekend DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260911T004723Z UID:10005593-1789776000-1789948799@blackbirdbeer.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Just outside the bustle of Cary\, Phillips Farms offers a brea th of fresh air with a full calendar of seasonal events\, festivals\, and weekend experiences designed for all ages. Known for its sprawling fields\ , vibrant attractions\, and welcoming atmosphere\, the farm has become a g o-to destination for everything from sunny afternoon outings to festive ce lebrations. \nAs the exclusive beer partner\, Blackbird Brewery brings a l ineup of craft pours to the experience\, giving guests the perfect way to sip and unwind while taking in everything the farm has to offer. \nOpen Sa turday 10am-6pm \nOpen Sunday 1pm-6pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T004723Z LOCATION:Phillips Farms of Cary\, 6800 Good Hope Church Road\, Cary\, NC\, 27519\, United States URL:https://blackbirdbeer.com/event/phillips-farms-grand-reopening-weekend /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Blackbird Brewery X-SOURCE-URL:https://blackbirdbeer.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BugFest 2026 DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T181540Z UID:120728-1789812000-1789844400@www.naturalsciences.org CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food,free DESCRIPTION:Hoppy 30th BugFest\nEvent Map | Exhibits & Activities | Presen tations & Performances | Café Insecta | Accessibility | Getting Here & Pa rking \n  \nLeap into more than 100 exhibits\, crafts\, games and activit ies. Ask entomologists and other insect enthusiasts about all things creep y-crawly. Satisfy your curiosity and appetite with bug-filled culinary cre ations at Café Insecta. Enjoy science talks and live performances through out the day. \nThis year’s theme\, “Hoppers\,” spotlights treehopper s\, planthoppers and leafhoppers —  with the dazzling red-banded leafho pper as our featured bug. Show your love for all things arthropod with our 30th BugFest T-shirt and other buggy finds in our gift shops! \n  \nJoin us at 5pm for a birthday toast with cake\, then dance the night away to l ive music. Sign our big birthday card with a memory\, a wish or just your name — it’ll be on display all day\, so stop by to be part of the cele bration. \nFREE and for all ages. \n\nMember Perks\nMuseum Members get VIP status at BugFest. The first 500 Members to arrive will receive a Member VIP pass to unlock special benefits. Don’t bug out if you arrive late! M embers can access their VIP perks with their membership card. VIP passes c an be picked up at the Member tent. \nSkip the line at Café Insecta with the Member Fast Lane and enjoy tasty bug-filled treats prepared by local chefs. Plus\, Members always receive unlimited FREE admission to special e xhibitions\, invitations to exclusive events\, and save 20% in our gift sh ops and 10% in cafés! \nJoin or renew now\, get a free BugFest T-shirt!\n \nPurchase or renew your membership at BugFest or online September 1–19 with code “Hop26” and receive a free BugFest t-shirt on the day of th e event! Not a Member? Join Today! \n\nVolunteer\n\nWant to be part of Bug Fest? Volunteer with us! Jobs span logistical tasks (setup\, breakdown\, m eal service\, t-shirt sales\, etc.)\, educational stations\, and kids’ c rafts and activities. It’s loads of fun and you get a free BugFest t-shi rt. Volunteers who work 2+ shifts get free lunch. \nVolunteers must be 13 years old to volunteer without a parent. Volunteers must be 10 years old t o volunteer with a parent. \nRegistration is live! Create a Get Connected account or log in to sign up. Questions? Contact Kari Wouk. \n\nExhibito rs\n\nApplications for vending and exhibiting are closed for this year. If you would like to be added to the list for next year\, please fill out th e interest form. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T181540Z LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States URL:https://www.naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/bugfest-2026/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Programs and Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NCMNS BugFest 2026 DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T002449Z UID:10004452-1789812000-1789844400@www.meredith.edu CATEGORIES:community,festival,food DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to hop into BugFest\, the Museum’s largest and buggiest event! This year’s theme: hoppers — plant\, leaf and tree. \n Both of our buildings are buzzing with activity all day\, indoors and out. Crawl\, climb and creep your way through more than 100 exhibits\, crafts\ , games and activities that celebrate the fascinating world of arthropods. Pick the brains of entomologists and other scientists about all things bu gs. Satisfy your curiosity and your appetite with buggy culinary creations at Café Insecta.” \nTo learn more\, visit https://www.naturalsciences. org/calendar/bugfest/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002449Z URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/ncmns-bugfest-2026/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Meredith College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/first-friday-raleigh-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NC Courage Pre-Match Party DTSTART:20260919T193000Z DTEND:20260919T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260809T000440Z UID:11445-1789831800-1789831800@www.midtownmag.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,food,sports DESCRIPTION:Join the rest of Courage Country for Pre-Match Parties this se ason at Sports & Social! \nBringing you pre-game energy\, fellow fans\, an d match-day food and drinks. Join us before every home game for family-fri endly fun\, including NC Courage giveaways\, photo opps\, and fan favorite s to fuel up before heading to the stadium. \nAttendees receive 10% off th eir full bill during our pre-match parties. \nIf you plan on attending\, p lease RSVP using the link. \nRSVP TO ATTEND –> https://bit.ly/4wufnnh \ nAll Pre-Match Parties begin 3 hours before the match begins and ends 30 m inutes after the match starts. \nFans are encouraged to park in the orange parking deck behind Sports & Social for free\, then take the free shuttle to the march to the match trailhead! There\, fans will take a quick walk to the stadium and enjoy the match. LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T000440Z LOCATION:Sports & Social\, 301 Fenton Gateway Drive\, Cary\, NC\, 27511 URL:https://www.midtownmag.com/event/nc-courage-pre-match-party-4/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Midtown Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.midtownmag.com/holiday-craft-fairs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:La Fiesta Del Pueblo DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260913T061917Z UID:10004453-1789862400-1789948799@www.meredith.edu CATEGORIES:arts,dance,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:“La Fiesta del Pueblo is the Triangle’s largest and most d iverse festival of Latin American culture\, featuring live music and dance performances\, artisanal vendors\, food trucks\, educational booths\, and activities for the whole family!” \nTo learn more\, visit https://elpue blo.org/fiesta/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T061917Z URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/la-fiesta-del-pueblo/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Meredith College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/first-friday-raleigh-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chili Cook-Off and Dessert Contest Meeting DTSTART:20260920T154500Z DTEND:20260920T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260916T131133Z UID:21tq4sph1ac5rdlf75u4itbu2n@google.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Ifyou signed up to be participate in our Chili Cook-Off or Des sert Contest\, therewill be a short meeting this morning\, following servi ces in Room 15/16.  Larry has more information! LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T131133Z LOCATION:Cary Church of Christ\, 6640 Тryon Road\, Cary\, NC 27518\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Congregational Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://carycoc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eat the World: Istanbul DTSTART:20260920T203000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T004021Z UID:2409-1789921800-1789927200@trianglegrapevine.com CATEGORIES:drink,food,literary DESCRIPTION:Eat the World: IstanbulTravel to the crossroads of Europe and Asia with this immersive food and wine experience at Wedgewood Cheese Bar. Eat the World: Istanbul explores the vibrant culinary traditions of the B osphorus through a guided wine flight and four paired bites inspired by bu stling markets\, waterfront taverns\, and the city’s rich history of cul tural exchange. Guests will enjoy mezze\, cheeses\, breads\, spices\, and regional wines that showcase the layered flavors and shared-table spirit t hat define Istanbul’s cuisine. Rich in storytelling and full of Mediterr anean and Middle Eastern influences\, this experience offers a delicious g limpse into one of the world’s most captivating food cultures. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T004021Z LOCATION:Wedgewood Cheese Bar\, 100 Brewer Lane\, Ste B\, Carrboro\, 27510 \, United States URL:https://trianglegrapevine.com/event/eat-the-world-istanbul/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=raleigh-nc X-SOURCE-NAME:Triangle Grapevine X-SOURCE-URL:https://trianglegrapevine.com/wine-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Supra (Georgian Toasting Dinner) DTSTART:20260920T210000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T131154Z UID:697398DF-14F8-4089-92FF-B51DFBD9DEF5 CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Limited space. Please rsvp to Nicholas or Seth. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T131154Z X-SOURCE-NAME:htocassistant@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.holytransfiguration-oca.org/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR