Beer and Banjos is a free, family-friendly evening of roots music every Tuesday at Raleigh’s Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard. Hosted by the mighty local musicians known collectively as the Beer and Banjos Allstars, these weekly concerts feature guest musicians and take place on Bowstring’s spacious patio when the weather allows, or inside by the bar when rain, heat, or cold threaten the vibe.

Tips for the musicians are gratefully accepted (look for a helper walking around with a bucket for cash and QR codes for online tips), and don’t forget to check out the merch table. Bowstring serves tasty pizza and other food as well as cold beer and other beverages.

This week, local bluegrass heroes Nixon, Williams & Gage will take the Beer and Banjos stage. They’re also on the lineup for Raleigh Wide Open, so consider this a preview if you just can’t wait for Oct. 3-4 to get here! The Beer and Banjos Allstars, including some special guests, will host. Learn more about Nixon, Williams and Gage here.