The Pour House Music Hall, 224 South Blount Street, hosts lots of great live music, and most shows are very inexpensive. There are even some free shows. (See below.) The Pour House also has a record store in their upstairs space. It features both new and used vinyl. The record store is open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day, and during select performances. You can also shop online. The … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Party with Boom Unit Brass Band at Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop
Free Comedy Improv show in the style of 16th century Italian Commedia dell’ Arte Feb 23
As part of the celebration of International Commedia dell' Arte Day, sponsored by UNESCO, the commedia troupe i Firenzi presents a free comedy improv show in the style of Italian Commedia dell' Arte. The performance takes place Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the Academy Pavillion at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The troupe presents an … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Improv show in the style of 16th century Italian Commedia dell’ Arte Feb 23
18 Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle
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No matter how you like to celebrate Mardi Gras, there's a party for you in the Triangle. Learn about a couple of the major events and then keep reading for a day by day list of Mardi Gras events that are free or cheap to attend in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Drinks are on you though! Most events take place either Saturday, March 1, or Tuesday, March 4, 2025. We include both … [Read more...] about 18 Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle
Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire in Durham Feb. 22
Need to clear out your stash of old games and toys? Want to raid someone else's stash of toys and games? Either way, the Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire, 3400 Westgate Drive, Durham, will help you do the job. It takes place Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. It costs just $5 to register to sell items. Registration opens July 24, and closes August 21, 2024. If you … [Read more...] about Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire in Durham Feb. 22
93 Black History Month events in the Triangle 2025
Black History Month, which takes place in February every year, is celebrated throughout Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle, with festivals, storytelling, performances, lectures and much more. We've put together a list of some of the special events taking place around the Triangle for Black History Month in 2025, as well as a few places that have a focus on African … [Read more...] about 93 Black History Month events in the Triangle 2025
Spring Fling at Boxyard RTP March 22
Boxyard RTP, at 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, is a 15,000 square foot "cargotecture" development, made of upcycled shipping containers, with a central pavilion for performances. Plans for Boxyard RTP include food and beverage vendors, as well as several retailers and service providers. Read on to learn about some of the upcoming events at Boxyard RTP. Also, check on Boxyard RTP's … [Read more...] about Spring Fling at Boxyard RTP March 22
JC Raulston Arboretum: Intro to Gardening in the South
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a living laboratory for research. The Arboretum is free to visit. Its hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Arboretum hosts many … [Read more...] about JC Raulston Arboretum: Intro to Gardening in the South
Backyard Treasures Plant Sale
Backyard Treasures Plant Sale, presented by Friends of Durham County Extension Master Gardeners, takes place April 5, 2025, starting at 10 a.m., at Durham County Cooperative Extension, 721 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The sale will end when items are sold out. This is a free event. The plants start at $4, and include veggies, native plants, house plants, perennials, trees and … [Read more...] about Backyard Treasures Plant Sale
Movie Night at Freddy’s Bottle Shop: “Meet the Parents” Feb. 22
Freddy's Bottle Shop, 308 E Roosevelt Avenue, Wake Forest, North Carolina, brings craft beer and wine to Wake Forest. They occasionally host events, which you can find on Freddy's Bottle Shop's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Movie Night On Saturday, February 22, 2025, Freddy's is hosting a free movie night. They'll be showing "Meet the Parents" at 7 p.m. Freshly popped popcorn will be … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Freddy’s Bottle Shop: “Meet the Parents” Feb. 22
Save 50% on tickets to the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show April 11-13
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