To celebrate National Chili Day, Wendy’s is offering a FREE small chili with any purchase of $5 or more on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at participating locations. Limit one per person. The one-day-only deal is only available for Wendy’s Rewards members via the restaurant’s app. Join Wendy’s Rewards here. A small chili is regularly $3.59. (Price might vary by location.) … [Read more...] about Free bowl of chili with purchase at Wendy’s Feb. 26 for National Chili Day
Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Day Feb. 26
Parktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to make sure that there haven't been any changes. On their calendar you can find upcoming food distributions, events and volunteer opportunities. Donations are welcome … [Read more...] about Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Day Feb. 26
Apex Restaurant Week Feb. 23 to March 1
Apex NC Restaurant Week will take place February 23 to March 1, 2026. During this time, participating restaurants are offering guests fixed price menus for either lunch or dinner. The 3-course dinner is $30 plus tax and tip, and the lunch specials are $15 plus tax and tip. Restaurants offering a special $15 lunch menu Restaurants offering a special 3-course $30 dinner Apex Restaurant … [Read more...] about Apex Restaurant Week Feb. 23 to March 1
Wake Forest Black History Month: Ailey Young House Historic Marker Unveiling Feb. 27
UPDATE: The plans have changed due to the rain expected on February 26. The event will take place 1 p.m. inside the Spring Street Christian Church, 309 E. Spring St. The tours have been canceled. Town of Wake Forest is concluding its Black History Month Celebration on Friday, February 27, 2026, with a historic marker unveiling at 1 p.m. The marker will be placed near the Ailey Young House which … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Black History Month: Ailey Young House Historic Marker Unveiling Feb. 27
Vege-Palooza at Weaver Street Market Raleigh on Feb. 28
UPDATE: The event is sold out, according to the event link. Weaver Street Raleigh, at 404 West Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Vege-Palooza on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is free to attend. Looking to get more veggies into your diet? Join Vege-Palooza to find out more about vegetarian and vegan products, sample some great plant-based … [Read more...] about Vege-Palooza at Weaver Street Market Raleigh on Feb. 28
Free Farm Day at Mason Jar Lager Company March 7: Pet Highland cows and baby goats
The Mason Jar Lager Co., at 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, hosts frequent events, many of them free. They host live music every Saturday. You can find them on The Mason Jar's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Farm DaySaturday, March 7, 20264 to 7 p.m.Free Family-friendly petting zoo with highland cows and baby goats! There will be food trucks and cold drinks, plus live music … [Read more...] about Free Farm Day at Mason Jar Lager Company March 7: Pet Highland cows and baby goats
Tasting at Ten: Free weekly tastings at Counter Culture Coffee in Durham
Counter Culture Coffee is a coffee roaster committed to sustainably sourced coffee. The company's headquarters in Durham also serves as a training facility for regional staff, and they offer classes in brewing latte art, palate development and more, for coffee professionals and hobbyists. Learn about these classes here. In addition they also host FREE coffee education events for the whole … [Read more...] about Tasting at Ten: Free weekly tastings at Counter Culture Coffee in Durham
Final Friday Cary Art Loop Feb. 27
The final Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., downtown Cary showcases its artists and musicians during Final Friday Cary Art Loop. Visit art galleries and enjoy live performances. Scroll down for an interactive map of all the participating venues, but make sure to check the Cary Art Loop Facebook page or website to make sure there is activity at each. Cary Final Friday Map … [Read more...] about Final Friday Cary Art Loop Feb. 27
9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event in its 9th year. This block party celebrates wellness, the arts and community and features powerful performances, free resources and joy! The 2026 event is made possible by HealthLit4Wake. Darkness RISING takes place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Bunny Bumper Bash Kids’ Easter Event at The Rock Church April 4
The Rock Church, 2940 Trawick Road, Suite 9, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Bunny Bumper Bash on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event. Reserve your spot on Eventbrite. The event includes: Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Bunny Bumper Bash Kids’ Easter Event at The Rock Church April 4
