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
Cary Really Really Free Market May 23
A "Really Really Free Market" is just what it sounds like. Free. (Really) free. People bring stuff they want to give away, and also offer free services. There's no buying, selling, or bartering. Everything is freely given. The Cary Really Really Free Market takes place the fourth Saturday of the month, from 2 to 4 p.m., at Walnut Park, 1420 Walnut Street, Cary, North Carolina. Look for more … [Read more...] about Cary Really Really Free Market May 23
Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival May 23
Chapel Hill - Carrboro Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is presenting the Orange - Chatham African American Cultural Festival. This event will take place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Lincoln Center, 750 S. Merritt Mill Road, Chapel Hill, NC. This is a free, family-centered event that highlights and celebrates African American art, culture and … [Read more...] about Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival May 23
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
Tribute to Rock at Compass Rose Brewery: Live performances, karaoke, on-site tattoo artist, and more!
Compass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Tribute to Rock!Saturday, May 23, 202612 p.m.Free There will be live music from 12 to 9 p.m., karaoke following the music, a tattoo artist on site, drink specials, and more! Sun's Out Tongues Out … [Read more...] about Tribute to Rock at Compass Rose Brewery: Live performances, karaoke, on-site tattoo artist, and more!
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
Ace Hardware giving away one million flags for Memorial Day
Ace Hardware is giving away 1 million American flags for Memorial Day on Saturday, May 23, 2026. These are 8"x12" stick flags, suitable for placing on a grave, field, or garden as a tribute to a fallen serviceman or servicewomen. Before there was Memorial Day, there was Decoration Day. This observance started after the end of the Civil War. Communities would place flags, as well as flowers and … [Read more...] about Ace Hardware giving away one million flags for Memorial Day
Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
On Saturday mornings, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. Founded in 2006, what started as a grassroots … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
City of Raleigh Museum Plant Swap on May 23
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Plant Swap on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your favorite house and garden plants or homegrown vegetables to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts. Please bring only healthy, pest-free plants to ensure everyone’s enjoyment. This event is free and open to the public! … [Read more...] about City of Raleigh Museum Plant Swap on May 23
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
