In the Triangle, May is the beginning of the summer season. That means that free outdoor concerts are in full swing, festivals are kicking in, and there's tons of kid-friendly fun as well. Plan May with this list of the top things to do in May, 2025, in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. We're highlighting more than 20 events this month. But then, scroll down for our huge … [Read more...] about Top Things to do in the Triangle in May — big list of events
Rita’s Italian Ice: Free Ice with Purchase on Italian Ice Day, May 3
Rita's Italian Ice and Frozen Custard is celebrating National Italian Ice Day on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Get a FREE small Italian Ice with the purchase of a treat. To get the freebie, you need to purchase using Rita's app. The purchased treat can not be a kids size treat. One free treat per app account. The deal is available during all hours that Rita's is open on May 3, 2025. Regular … [Read more...] about Rita’s Italian Ice: Free Ice with Purchase on Italian Ice Day, May 3
100 Strong Productions Student Film Festival May 3
NCACC’s 100 Strong Productions is presenting the inaugural Student Film Festival on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m., at The Quorum Center, 323 W Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. The event will feature three film blocks, a networking session, and an awards ceremony, showcasing uplifting stories from across North Carolina and its counties. Support emerging … [Read more...] about 100 Strong Productions Student Film Festival May 3
Northeast Piedmont Chorale Spring Concert May 2 and 3
Join the Northeast Piedmont Chorale for their spring concert, A Celebration of Light and Peace. The 84-member Chorale will be joined by a 10-piece orchestra to present two concerts. Both concerts are free. Friday, May 2, 20257:30 p.m.Wake Forest Baptist Church107 E South Avenue, Wake Forest, NC Saturday, May 3, 20257:30 p.m.Trinity Baptist Church4815 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC The … [Read more...] about Northeast Piedmont Chorale Spring Concert May 2 and 3
Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 3
Celebrate both Mother's Day and Father's Day at the Ma & Pa Festival on May 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Ma & Pa Festival, presented by MAKRS Society, will feature: … [Read more...] about Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 3
Star Wars Day Event at Downtown Cary Park May 4
May 4th is Star Wars Day (May the Fourth Be With You!) and Downtown Cary Park is hosting a special event to celebrate. The May the 4th event takes place Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Choose your side. "Embrace the Dark Side" or "Join the Resistance." The event features: … [Read more...] about Star Wars Day Event at Downtown Cary Park May 4
Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 3
Free Comic Book Day is back on Saturday, May 3, 2025! On Free Comic Book Day, participating stores give away free comic books to guests, and some have additional activities, like signings from artists, and more. Below is a list of stores in the Triangle area that are participating in Free Comic Book Day. For questions about what they'll have going on, or their hours, please contact the store … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 3
Eating Well on a Budget — free community workshop
Royalty Reawakened is presenting a free community workshop, Eating Well on a Budget, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Worthdale Community Center, 1001 Coper Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a fun and informative event on how to eat healthy without breaking the bank! Learn tips and tricks on budget-friendly meal planning, smart grocery shopping, and making … [Read more...] about Eating Well on a Budget — free community workshop
Perry’s Steakhouse Offering 79-Cent Pork Chop Lunch — one day only
Perry's Steakhouse is throwing it all the way back to its founding date of 1979 by offering a one-day only bargain. On Friday, May 2, 2025, Perry's Steakhouse is offering its Pork Chop Friday Lunch Special for just 79 cents. The first 100 dine-in customers in line at 10:30 a.m. will receive the special deal. Perry's Pork Chop Friday Lunch Special normally costs $19 and includes: Dine-in … [Read more...] about Perry’s Steakhouse Offering 79-Cent Pork Chop Lunch — one day only
First Friday Slow Roll Bike Parade in Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh Alliance is presenting the First Friday Slow Roll Bike Parade on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. Part bike ride, part parade, all fun! The bike parade starts at Oak City Cycling Project, 707 N Person Street, Raleigh, NC, to Downtown Raleigh - this ride will bring you to the heart of downtown for all the First Friday festivities. This family friendly "slow roll" is … [Read more...] about First Friday Slow Roll Bike Parade in Raleigh
