BBQ, Bands & a Saturday Well Spent at Redford Place Park
A full plate of music, BBQ, and backyard fun.
Shannon
September 25, 2025
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If your weekend plans don’t involve live music, barbecue, and maybe a little friendly smack talk about whose ribs reign supreme, you might want to reconsider. Rolesville’s BBQ & Bands Festival hits Redford Place Park on Saturday, September 27 (12–6pm) with everything from a $15 tasting wristband to help crown the People’s Choice champ, to a kids’ zone, beer garden, food trucks, and vendors galore.
This isn’t sponsored (we’d tell you if it was). We just really like excuses to eat more BBQ than is reasonable. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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🌳 Golden Years Gatherings
Handpicked social, cultural, and community events especially for Raleigh’s older adults.
👋 Event of the day: Senior Stars: Cornhole Fest @ Rolesville Community Center | October 8 | 11:30AM
Senior Stars: Cornhole Fest is a free event for ages 40+ that brings people together to play, socialize, and have fun, welcoming all skill levels. Get details here →
💲 Senior Discount of the Day: KFC | 10% Off Senior Discount
KFC gives seniors 10% off or a free small drink with any meal purchase.
Local Vocals:
🎸 This Week: Open Mic
Step on stage at Slim’s Open Mic and perform with a full live band ready to back any song you throw their way.* | Slim's Dive Bar | September 30, 9PM
🎤 Plan Ahead: Rascal Flatts | Country
Rascal Flatts are an American country music trio known for their tight harmonies, crossover success, and hits like “Bless the Broken Road” and “Life Is a Highway.” | Lenovo Center | January 15, 7PM | Get tickets here →
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Let’s Get Laughing:
🎤 This Week: Mailman & Friends at Raleigh Improv | October 2, 7PM | That One Mailman is a content creator and comedian who gained fame through viral social media videos, works as a USPS mail carrier, and has started performing live stand-up under his persona. Get tickets here →
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Curated social events without an emphasis on alcohol or romance:
👋 Filmmaker's Happy Hour @ Parts & Labor | October 1 | 6PM
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🤝 Glow & Go: A Skin Soiree @ Renaissance Day Spa and Alternative Wellness | October 1 | 3PM
Renaissance Day Spa and Alternative Wellness invites guests to sip, sample, and glow with mini facials, skin analysis, raffles, and seasonal fun for just $30. Get details here →
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