A free market is different than a vendor market or a flea market, because everything is (really) free. No money is exchanged and there's no bartering or trading. Everything is given away freely. If you have stuff you'd like to give away, you can bring it. (Just make sure to take away anything that's not taken at the end of the market.) If you want or need stuff, just take it. You can offer free … [Read more...] about (Really Really) Free Markets in the Triangle — 7 monthly markets where you can shop for free
Summer BreakOUT! at Downtown Cary Park June 15
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, regularly presents BreakOUT! events for kids during scheduled days off of school. These events are packed with kid-friendly crafts and activities. School BreakOUT! is free and no registration is required. These are not drop-off events. Parents or guardians must stay with their children the whole time. Summer BreakOUT takes place … [Read more...] about Summer BreakOUT! at Downtown Cary Park June 15
Official Stanley Cup Watch Parties outside Lenovo for game 6 on June 14 (inside is sold out)
Cheer on the Hurricanes in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals at Lenovo Center. The Hurricanes have been hosting watch parties outside Lenovo Center for home games and inside Lenovo Center for away games. Watch parties for home games Lenovo Center is hosting watch parties for games 5 (June 11, 2026) outside Lenovo Center, in the South Plaza. Food and beverage options will be available for … [Read more...] about Official Stanley Cup Watch Parties outside Lenovo for game 6 on June 14 (inside is sold out)
Official Hurricanes Stanley Cup Watch Party at Red Hat Amphitheater June 14
The City of Raleigh is hosting a Stanley Cup Finals Watch Party for Game 6, on Thursday, June 14, 2026, at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 S McDowell Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Puck drop is 8 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. This event is FREE and no tickets are required. Enjoy Canes-themed items on the menus at the bars and food truck. Come hungry -- Red Hat … [Read more...] about Official Hurricanes Stanley Cup Watch Party at Red Hat Amphitheater June 14
Stanley Cup Finals Watch Parties at Rialto Theatre
Rialto Theatre, at 1620 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing the Stanley Cup Finals games on screen. Next up is Game 6, Sunday, June 14, 2026. They announced this on Facebook. Admission is FREE. No tickets are required. But get there early! All ages are welcome. Young Caniacs should be supervised. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. with puck drop at 8 p.m. Concessions will be on sale. Get … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Finals Watch Parties at Rialto Theatre
Soccer Square Fan Fest — World Cup Watch Party and Festival at Moore Square June 11-14
Soccer Square Fan Fest is a four-day World Cup watch party and community fan festival at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, celebrating the opening weekend of the 2026 World Cup. The event will feature live match screenings on a large outdoor screen, food trucks, a beer garden, lawn games, and interactive soccer-themed activities every day. On select days, come meet … [Read more...] about Soccer Square Fan Fest — World Cup Watch Party and Festival at Moore Square June 11-14
Stanley Cup Watch Parties at Downtown Cary Park
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting watch parties for the remaining Stanley Cup Finals games. These are free events. The watch parties will take place at 8 p.m. on these dates: Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome, and the Bark Bar will sell refreshments, including beer and wine. Guest … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Watch Parties at Downtown Cary Park
Raleigh Really Really Free Market celebrates its 2nd anniversary on June 14
Raleigh Really Really Free Market is a monthly event where people can give away stuff for free and take stuff for free. No money is exchanged. In addition to goods, people might be sharing skills, services or activities. Some past shares have been: Raleigh Really Really Free Market takes place the second Sunday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Eliza Pool Park, 1600 Fayetteville Street, … [Read more...] about Raleigh Really Really Free Market celebrates its 2nd anniversary on June 14
Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham’s concert June 14: Hear My Voice
The Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham is presenting their annual June concert, Hear My Voice, on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., at Duke University Chapel, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham North Carolina. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. This free concert brings together music that reminds us every voice deserves to be heard, with messages from people who are … [Read more...] about Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham’s concert June 14: Hear My Voice
Raleigh Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more…
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Raleigh Underground Market the 2nd Sunday of the month from March to December, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Midtown Park, North Hills, 4011 Cardinall at North Hills Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about Raleigh Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more…
