23 Triangle events to check out this week

RALEIGH, N.C. — Mix up your work week with these fun picks.

Bojangles Beer Dinner - As part of Raleigh Beer Week, Tasty Beverage Company is hosting a five-course Bojangles dinner at their Raleigh bar. Tickets are $35.

Boz Scaggs - This guitarist led the Steve Miller Band in the 60s. He'll perform in Raleigh tonight.

Pups on the Patio - Raleigh Brewing Company welcomes dogs for some treats and playtime every Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. All dogs must be on leashes.

Brewery Bhavana Beer Dinner - Buku hosts this beer dinner tonight. Tickets are $65 a person.

Brian McGee - The Chapel Hill folk artist will play a free show at The Bullpen.

2Cellos - This electric and dynamic instrumental duo plays Booth Amphitheatre in Cary tonight.

The Coteries - The folk rock band will play The Raleigh Times.

Limited NC Beers & Beer Cocktails - Try a beer cocktail at Foundation in Raleigh or enjoy one of the limited beers they'll have on tap for Raleigh Beer Week.

Savor the Triangle - The Kerr Scott Building on the NC State Fairgrounds is home to a tasting showcase featuring the Triangle’s hottest restaurants all in one place along with shopping and more fun. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle.

Lauryn Hill & Nas - Ms. Lauryn Hill & Nas with special guest Chronixx will play Red Hat at 6 p.m.

Pickin' in the Pines - $5 bluegrass shows continue each Wednesday in Sept. and Oct. at Booth Amphitheatre in Cary. Leashed dogs, picnics and folding chairs are all welcome.

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Tampa Bay - Hockey is back! This game starts at 7 p.m. at PNC Arena.

Rooftop Patio Party - Trophy Tap and Table hosts this Raleigh Beer Week event with a fresh oyster bar, a low country boi and crispy hushpuppies all paired with a flight of Trophy Beers.

Wine Walk for Charity - Stroll through Lafayette Village in Raleigh from 6 to 8 p.m., when participating merchants will be offering free wine tasting at their businesses.

Maria Bamford - Maria voices characters on numerous animated series including BoJack Horseman, Adventure Time, Legend of Korra, Puss in Boots and PBS’s Emmy-winning series Word Girl. She'll perform at the Carolina Theatre of Durham tonight.

Pumpkin Night - As part of Raleigh Beer Week, enjoy Ballast Point Pumpkin, Deep River Pumpkin and Elysian Night Owl Pumpkin brews at Clouds Brewing starting at 8 p.m. There will also be a pumpkin carving contest.

Benson Mule Days - This four-day family festival kicks off today with mule competition events, rodeos, carnival rides, arts and crafts, street dances and concerts.

Trophy Brewing Beer Dinner - This dinner starts at 7 p.m. at Soca.

6th Annual Porkapalooza - This farm-to-table dinner at Root Cellar Cafe offers seven small plate courses featuring locally raised pork from Seven Springs Farm and Hickory Nut Gap Farm and handcrafted beers from Holly Spring’s Bombshell Beer Company.

39th Annual International Folk Festival - This three-day festival in downtown Fayetteville features the "Parade of Nations," live performances, authentic cuisine, arts and crafts vendors, a children's area and more. Even WRAL reporters and anchors will be there to say hello.

Duck Donuts Beer Pairing - This Raleigh Beer Week favorite starts at 6 p.m. at BottleMixx. You can try combinations like a vanilla and Oreo donut paired with a creamy chocolate stout and a maple glazed and bacon donut paired with a nutty brown ale.

Beats and Bars Hip Hop Festival - This Friday and Saturday festival at Pinhook in Durham features multiple artists.

DL Hughley - The stand-up comedian will make a stop at DPAC in Durham for one night only.