The second location of Crank Arm Brewing, at 620 Fernway Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is now open. It's located in Downtown Durham, in the base floor of The Beckon Building. Upcoming Events Beers and Gears Block PartySaturday, May 16, 202612 to 8 p.m.Free Enjoy this block party with live music, delicious food, drinks, a maker's market, and bikes! Food: The Durham Bike Co-op will be on … [Read more...] about Beers and Gears Block Party at Crank Arm Brewing Durham, May 16, and more
Kids Food Fest at Downtown Cary Park May 9 and 10
The Creative Kitchen Kids Food Fest at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, takes place Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. This is a free event. The Creative Kitchen Kids Food Fest at Downtown Cary Park is a weekend of hands-on activities that teach families how to make balanced food choices. Enjoy cooking workshops, James … [Read more...] about Kids Food Fest at Downtown Cary Park May 9 and 10
FREE Dental Care at Village Dental Olde Raleigh on May 2
Village Dental Olde Raleigh, 3101 Edwards Mill Road, Suite 103, Raleigh, North Carolina, will open its doors on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., for Smiles From the Heart 2026, a free dental day offering cleanings and extractions to individuals and families in need. Services are provided at no cost, regardless of insurance status. Treatment will be offered on a first-come, … [Read more...] about FREE Dental Care at Village Dental Olde Raleigh on May 2
Spring Native Plant Sale at North Carolina Botanical Garden on May 2
North Carolina Botanical Garden, at 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is holding its Spring Native Plant Sale on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There's no admission charge. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., pre-registration is required. Register for a timed entry slot here. (9 to 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Only one person in your vehicle needs to register. Space … [Read more...] about Spring Native Plant Sale at North Carolina Botanical Garden on May 2
Free yoga for Durham residents at Holton Center on Saturdays
Durham Parks and Recreation is offering FREE Yoga classes for Durham residents at Holton Career and Resource Center, 308 S Driver Street, Durham. North Carolina. The classes take place every Saturday through May 30, 2026, from 10 to 11 a.m. Discover inner peace and rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul with the Vihangam Yoga Meditation Program. This holistic session is designed to guide you … [Read more...] about Free yoga for Durham residents at Holton Center on Saturdays
Raleigh Geek & Grub Market May 2
Geek and Grub Market is a celebration of all things geek! Play giant games, eat great food, and purchase geeky items from an array of local geek-themed artisans. Occasionally there a Geek and Grub Market that's a little different, like the Pi Day Party on March 14, 2026. (Keep reading!) This themed monthly market, which is presented by the folks at Triangle Game Night, is free to attend. Each … [Read more...] about Raleigh Geek & Grub Market May 2
Raleigh Concert Band’s Spring Concert — Movement! May 2
Raleigh Concert Band is a non-profit community band with members from a wide variety of professions. The band plays everything from J.S. Bach to Lady Gaga. Raleigh Concert Band is known for for its many years of performances at the historic North Carolina State Capital’s Annual Fourth of July celebration and the Annual Governor's Tree Lighting, and even received the honorary title of "The State … [Read more...] about Raleigh Concert Band’s Spring Concert — Movement! May 2
Open Houses at Children’s Art Classes of Raleigh in May
Children's Art Classes of Raleigh, at 6119 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating its grand opening by hosting open houses every Saturday in May, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You’re invited to celebrate the grand opening of Children’s Art Classes of Raleigh with a free, family-friendly open house. Come tour this brand-new, fully stocked art studio designed just for kids ages … [Read more...] about Open Houses at Children’s Art Classes of Raleigh in May
Family Field Day in Venture Hall in Marbles May 2 (moved inside due to weather)
Family Field Day is a FREE play festival featuring classic field day games, a kid-friendly try-athlon, music and nonstop family fun. It takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. IMPORTANT: Family Field Day is rain or shine. Because of the weather forecast, the event has been moved into Venture Hall (in the Marbles IMAX building) and Zanzibar. Entry to these spaces will be … [Read more...] about Family Field Day in Venture Hall in Marbles May 2 (moved inside due to weather)
Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse, 2700 North Roxboro Street in Durham, has a mission of reaching out to the community and providing a safe, clean, peaceful atmosphere for people to come and enjoy a good cup of coffee, music, games and fun. Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse is an outreach ministry of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Everything, from the music to the coffee and desserts, is on a donation … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
