This is the weekend to take advantage of the orange leaves and mild Autumn weather before the snow and freeze warnings start to arrive! There’s plenty of live music on the beautiful outdoor decks of Jordan Lake Brewing Company and Cotton House Craft Brewers. Meanwhile, Bond Brothers Beer Company is offering Boogie & Brews, so you can kick off your Saturday morning with Zumba and craft beer!
There are plenty of fun happenings for families and kids, too — including a FREE movie night at The Mayton Inn; an author reading at the new Cary Regional Library; and plenty of music, vendors, and snacks at the Downtown Cary Farmer’s Market.
On Monday, a new surprise will appear in Downtown Park: A mailbox to the North Pole! It will be there until December 9, so be sure to stop by to take part in this magical annual holiday tradition!
Wednesday, November 13
- Pickin’ on the Patio at Jordan Lake Brewing Company – 7-9 p.m. Bring your own guitar, ukelele, banjo, or other acoustic instrument for a round of pickin’ and grinnin’ on the comfortable covered patio at Jordan Lake Brewing Company. Join the jam session, or just come listen and sip a craft beer. Dogs are welcome!
Friday, November 15
- Comedy Night with Lee Hardin and Chris Ruppe at The Cary, 8 p.m. Kick the weekend off with some laughter! Comedian Lee Hardin has performed at Laugh Factory, Broadway Comedy Club, and Live at Gotham. Chris Ruppe was a finalist in Laugh USA and The Comedy Battle.
Saturday, November 16
- Downtown Cary Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m.-noon. Enjoy fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, bluegrass music on the front porch of the Ivey-Ellington house, and tables from local vendors. Kids can enjoy the kid’s table with activities, and well-behaved dogs are welcome!
- Boogie & Brews Zumba Class at Bond Brothers Beer Company, 11 a.m. – noon. Join this 1-hour Zumba fitness class lead by Katie & Brandy. Please bring your sneakers, towel and water. After the class, stay for a beer and food! *$6 class fee does not include beer or food.
- Gamer’s Social at Herbert C. Young Community Center, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Join fellow gamers from around the Triangle and test your skills against some of the best e-sports talent around at our first-ever Gamer’s Social! Enjoy a fun-filled day of gaming, door prizes, and making new friends in the local gaming community. There will be pop-up tournaments throughout the day. Bring your own gaming system. Cost: $5
Sunday, November 17
- Live Music on the Deck at Cotton House Craft Brewers, 4-6 p.m. Sit on the heated deck and enjoy a live performance by Larry Lambert, a blind singer songwriter and guitarist. His first appearance was with The Stonebridge Band who opened for The Allman Brothers Band. Craft beer, wine, cider, and mimosas!
- Kindness and Wonder with author Gavin Edwards at Cary Regional Library, 2-4 p.m. Celebrate the life and legacy of Mister Rogers. Gavin Edwards will answer questions and read from his new book Kindness and Wonder: Why Mister Rogers Matters Now More Than Ever. Book signing to follow. Registration requested. FREE.
- Movie Night at The Mayton Inn, 5-7 p.m. Parents can relax at dinner with FREE childcare, a holiday movie, and a kid’s buffet! Kids buffet includes Chicken Tenders, Cheese Pizza, French Fries, Fruit, and Dessert– plus accommodation for any dietary restrictions. Valet parking is also free, so come enjoy a night out on the town for the whole family!
Monday, November 18
- Letters to Santa at Downtown Park, all day. A very special holiday surprise has appeared in the Downtown Park: A mailbox to the North Pole! Drop off letters in the Santa Mailbox in Downtown Park by December 9 and your child will hear back from our jolly friend in red! Come take part in this annual tradition as we prepare for Santa’s flight over Cary.
Free Kid’s Movies and Dinner at The Mayton Inn’s Restaurant: The Verandah
If you’re looking for an easy date night, The Verandah at the Mayton Inn has the perfect solution! They offer free childcare so parents can enjoy a peaceful and relaxing dinner, while children enjoy a free movie and buffet of pizza, chicken fingers, and dessert in a separate room.
These Kid’s Move Nights are offered every Sunday at 5 p.m. in November. Then they’ll take a break for the holidays, and start up again in the new year!
This month’s movies include holiday favorites like Home Alone and The Grinch. They even offer free valet parking, so you don’t have to worry about finding a parking spot and walking through downtown with all your kids. It’s all taken care of — an easy and delicious date night with Southern-inspired elegance and cuisine in Downtown Cary.