Midtown Makers Market at North Hills Innovation District Is Back
Handmade finds, live music, and a fun way to spend a summer evening.
Shannon
July 12, 2026
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If you're looking for an easy way to spend a summer evening, head to the Midtown Makers Market on Tuesday, July 21, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the North Hills Innovation District. This curated market brings together local artisans, makers, and small businesses offering everything from handcrafted goods to unique gifts you won't find in big-box stores. Stroll the walkable district, enjoy live music, meet the people behind the products, and support Raleigh's creative community while discovering a few new favorites.
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Mondays — A Low-Stakes Excuse to Order Extra Appetizers
Some restaurant deals feel overly complicated for what should really just be a casual dinner decision. Sizzlin Stirfry Asian Bistro is keeping things pretty simple on Mondays from 5 PM–7 PM: buy one appetizer and get the second appetizer 50% off for dine-in customers.
That’s honestly the kind of deal that works best when nobody wants a huge night out, but everyone still wants something slightly better than cooking at home. It also quietly encourages the correct way to order appetizers, which is “more than one.”
The timing makes it an easy after-work stop, especially if you already find yourself around Brier Creek during the week. And while appetizer specials usually disappear into the background of restaurant websites unnoticed, this one feels useful enough to actually remember.
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🌳 Golden Years Gatherings
Handpicked social, cultural, and community events especially for Raleigh’s older adults.
👋 Event of the day: Eat Smart & Move More @ Morrisville Senior Center | July 14 | 3:30 PM
Interactive wellness workshop featuring nutrition education, healthy habit-building, movement activities, and recipe tastings. Get details here →
💲 Senior Discount of the Day: Dairy Queen | 10% Off Mondays
Seniors get 10% off at Dairy Queen on Mondays, excluding cakes and take-home novelty bags.
Local Vocals:
🎸 This Week: Earl Sweatshirt & MIKE | Hip-Hop
Earl Sweatshirt & MIKE bring introspective lyricism, inventive production, and understated live performances that blend alternative hip-hop with deeply personal storytelling. | The Ritz | July 17 | 8:00 PM | Get tickets here →
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5 Seconds of Summer is an Australian pop-rock band known for their catchy anthems, energetic performances, and hits like “She Looks So Perfect” and “Youngblood.” | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek | August 14 | 8:00 PM | Get tickets here →
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