Have you heard about the newest gathering spot in downtown Raleigh? The Bend Bar opened at the end of 2024 at 853 West Morgan Street, between Irregardless Cafe and Trophy Brewing & Pizza. Pop-Up Raleigh’s newest Trophy collaboration opened in April 2025. Sunset Social at The Bend, is a casual gathering space that connects local creatives with the Raleigh community. Once at month you can expect to find original art, pottery, sweet treats, fashion, woodworking and small batch goods nestled between the expansive decking and twinkle lights. The Middle House (previously State of Beer’s 2nd location) will be serving up delicious food and beverages for all ages. Sunset Social dates are April through October, 4th Thursdays, 5-8pm. After a successful 2025 season, we continue to grow while sipping cocktails, supporting local creatives and gathering with the Raleigh skyline as our backdrop.
The next Sunset Social is Thursday, September 24th, 5-8pm.
Participating September Vendors:
Jo Noelle Fashions
Liminal Clayworks
Nee’s Cupboard
Raleigh Glass Factory
Rescue Treats
SanBCreative
Simply Rooted Kitchen
In addition to the September 24th artisan market at The Bend Bar, we have partnered with VAE Raleigh for an evening art stroll. The THRESHOLD exhibition featuring local artists Autumn Copeland, Andie Freeman, Amy Friend and Sarah Whitney will be open at 909 W. Morgan Street. As always, delicious food & beverages will be available at The Bend + Middle House, with Trophy offering tastings at VAE too. Bring the family, meet a friend and enjoy mingling with the community, surrounded by local art.
If you are interested in participating in Sunset Social at The Bend, the late summer/early fall application link is below. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for information about participating vendors and event updates. If you are a Pop-Up Raleigh fan, we will still be at Trophy on Maywood monthly, March through December. Cheers to another great year of gathering!
September 24th and October 22nd Application link HERE.
