Love Never Fails Dance Party & Market at Tap Yard
Free Sunday fun with soulful DJs, local vendors, and vibes for every age.
Shannon
July 28, 2025
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Dance like everyone's watching—and cheering you on. Love Never Fails is back at Tap Yard Raleigh on Sunday, August 3 (2–7PM) with a free, all-ages outdoor bash that blends feel-good DJ sets with a vibrant local maker market. Expect soul-grooving music, handcrafted goods, food trucks, and a pop-up record shop perfect for crate diggers. It’s the kind of day that restores your faith in rhythm and community.
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