Happy Friday, Fuquay.
The World Cup kicked off this week, which means it’s that time every four years when you suddenly care about soccer. If you’re cheering on the boys in red, white, and blue, here’s a cheat sheet so you can sound like you know what you’re talking about. Add in the heat and Highway 55 traffic somehow getting worse, and the weekend plan is simple: stay local, stay shady, and stay close to a cold drink.
— First Sip Fuquay Team
THE SHORT LIST
Start Here: Your Weekend Lineup
If you only read one thing this week, make it this. The biggest stuff happening across town this week:
Saturday Jazz Brunch at Duke's - Saturday, 12:00-2:00 PM The Alamance Jazz Trio plays live alongside a New Orleans-inspired menu and cocktail specials.
Hurricanes Stanley Cup Watch Parties - Sunday, 8:00 PM The Canes can clinch the Cup this weekend, and Fuquay's bars are your best bet to watch it with a crowd.
Live Music All Weekend - Friday-Sunday A full slate of local acts across town, and a complete schedule so you don’t miss a beat.
SATURDAY FEATURE
🎷Brunch with a New Orleans accent
Saturday Jazz Brunch with the Alamance Jazz Trio | Duke's Kitchen + Taphouse | Saturday, June 13 from 12:00–2:00 PM
The Alamance Jazz Trio sets up at Duke's this Saturday for two hours of live jazz alongside a New Orleans–inspired menu and cocktail specials. It's the rare Fuquay brunch where the soundtrack is upright bass and a sax instead of a playlist — easy to make an afternoon of it. Seats fill up for this one, so lock in a table ahead of time: call Duke's or reserve online.
LIVE TUNES
🎶 Live Music Calendar
Image Credit: Jonathan Fredin
More live music this weekend and a jam night on Tuesday, check it out:
Friday, June 12
Kevin Lee at Aviator Taphouse - Friday, 7:00-10:00 PM: Kevin Lee is bringing 90s and grunge tunes.
Covered in Jam at Aviator Hangar Bar - Friday, 8:30 PM: Raleigh-based cover jam band blending rock, funk, soul, and blues with extended jams, crowd energy, and their own spin on familiar songs.
Dueling Pianos Night at Mason Jar - Friday, 7:00-10:00 PM: Request-driven piano sing-alongs with Blazin’ Keys Entertainment.
2Digh4 at Oaklyn Springs Brewery (OSB) - Friday, 7:00-10:00 PM: Fuquay-based country, rock, and pop band playing originals and covers.
Amanda Peach and Kevin Schmoeger at My Way Tavern - Friday, 9:00-11:00 PM
Saturday, June 13
Saturday Jazz Brunch with Alamance Jazz Trio at Duke’s Kitchen and Taphouse - Saturday, 12:00-2:00 PM: New Orleans-inspired food, cocktail specials, and live jazz from Alamance Jazz Trio. Make brunch reservations by calling Duke’s or booking on their website.
Paige King Johnson at Oaklyn Springs Brewery - Varina - Saturday, 7:00-10:00 PM: Country singer-songwriter and Carolina Country Music Awards winner playing the Varina taproom.
22 Strings at Aviator - Saturday, 4:00-7:00 PM: Raleigh-rooted band playing an eclectic mix of covers from Janis Joplin to TLC, with funky mashups, powerhouse vocals, harmonies, keys, bass, and drums.
Sunday, June 14
Open Mic at Oaklyn Springs Brewery (OSB) - Sunday, 2:00 PM
Richard Boston at Oaklyn Springs Brewery - Varina - Sunday, 3:00-6:00
Tuesday, June 16
Flight Jam Nite at Aviator Brewery - Tuesday, 7:00PM: Aviator is hosting a jam night for local musicians.
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STANLEY CUP FINALS
🏒 Where to Watch the Canes Lift the Cup
Image Credit: Yahoo Sports
If this Stanley Cup run has aged you 10 years, you’re not alone. Here’s where to watch the Canes bring home the Cup this week:
My Way Tavern (Fuquay)
$2 OFF R&D Seven Saturdays Draft Beer
$1 OFF Guest Taps
$1 OFF All Wine
Aviator Hangar Bar
10 wings for $10
McWally's
$1 wings (6-wing minimum, starts 1 hour before puck drop)
$1 off draft beers
Beer bucket specials
The Brick
$3 Michelob Ultras
$5 Storm Surges
Duke's Kitchen & Taphouse
$15 domestic buckets
$9 Caniac Cocktail
All games start at 8:00 PM. Pick your spot!
THE REST
Honorable mentions for the week
Martini Monday @ McWally's - Monday, June 15: $2 off all martinis and an Unlimited Play Pass for $20/hour.
Tequila Tuesday @ McWally's - Tuesday, June 16: $2 off tequila cocktails, $8 cheese pizza, and half-priced arcade games.
Well Wednesday @ McWally's - Wednesday, June 17: $2 off well drinks and $5 per game for VIP Spark Bowling.
Hop Head Thursday @ McWally's - Thursday, June 18: $1 off draft beer and a Burger & Brew Combo for $17.
Fuquay-Varina Growers Market - Saturday, June 13, 8:00 AM–Noon: Weekly market with local produce, baked goods, and vendors downtown.
Mug Mondays @ Oaklyn Springs - Monday, 4:00 PM: Self-described as the best deal in the Triangle.
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