Celebrate both Mother's Day and Father's Day at the Ma & Pa Festival on May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Fayetteville Street, between Hargett and Davie Streets, in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Shop local this year for your parents with some of the best local vendors! There will be a DJ and live music keeping the party alive and an interactive lounge section … [Read more...] about Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 9
31st Annual Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition in Hillsborough
Garden Art Gallery, at 1902 Borland Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting the 31st annual Art in the Garden sculpture exhibition May 2, 3, and 9, 2026 It's free to attend. Art in the Garden is an outdoor exhibition of both regional and nationally recognized sculptors. The sculpture gardens include acres of intimate garden settings, winding paths and open spaces. The perfect … [Read more...] about 31st Annual Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition in Hillsborough
Ritmo Latino Festival in Cary May 9
The Annual Ritmo Latino Festival is a free outdoor event in Downtown Cary Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m to 6 p.m., on N. Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Admission is free! This free festival is a celebration of many Latino/Hispanic cultures. The festival features: Some of the performers: … [Read more...] about Ritmo Latino Festival in Cary May 9
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 Guided Trolley Tour at Dix Park — registration opens May 9
Dorothea Dix Park is offering a FREE Guided Trolley Tour on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. Although it's free, space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens on May 9 at 12 p.m. This is an accessible trolley tour focusing on the past, present and future of Dix Park. It leaves from the Stone Houses Visitor Center 830 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This … [Read more...] about Free Guided Trolley Tour at Dix Park — registration opens May 9
City of Raleigh Museum’s Family Fun Day: Airplanes! May 9
City of Raleigh Museum's mission is to "Preserve Raleigh's Past for the Future." It's supported by the nonprofit Friends of the COR Museum. The museum is at 220 Fayetteville Street, in the 1874 Briggs Building in historic downtown Raleigh. Admission is free, although a $5 donation is suggested and can be placed in the donation box in the gift shop. Hours: Learn about more free museums to … [Read more...] about City of Raleigh Museum’s Family Fun Day: Airplanes! May 9
Extended: Live Nation’s Summer of Live $30 ticket sale through May 7
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Live Nation has announced Summer of Live, which offers $30 tickets to many shows in select amphitheaters across the U.S. and Canada. (Last year the program was called Ticket to Summer.) The $30 tickets sale has been extended through May 7, 2026. The $30 includes all fees, but taxes will be added. Keep reading for a list of shows in the Triangle Alternately, please remember that there is … [Read more...] about Extended: Live Nation’s Summer of Live $30 ticket sale through May 7
IKEA deals this week: sofas, rugs and pillow covers
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IKEA is celebrating 40 years with 40 weeks of special deals. The deals this week are available to IKEA Family members, a loyalty program that is free to join. The current deals are available from April 20 to May 18, 2026. You need to signed on to your IKEA Family account if you order online. The deals include sofas, pillow covers and rugs. Sofas and Sectionals 10% off all sofas and sectionals. … [Read more...] about IKEA deals this week: sofas, rugs and pillow covers
Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, North Carolina, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and create bouquets. When you visit you may also purchase seasonal produce, meet the farm's animals, take a shady walk around a pond, enjoy a picnic, and more. Opening day for flower picking is May 9, 2026. Jump to info about: U-Pick Tulips U-pick tulip sessions will be … [Read more...] about Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Chicken Salad Chick: BOGO Deal for Mother’s Day May 8
Chicken Salad Chick is celebrating Mother's Day a little early with a special deal on May 8, 2026. They'll be offering buy one, get one free on their Large Quick Chicks. While supplies last. Large Quick Chicks serve 4-5 people. Limit three per customer while supplies last. Dine-in and drive-thru only. Not valid for online orders. Chicken Salad Chick has locations in Raleigh and Cary. Find … [Read more...] about Chicken Salad Chick: BOGO Deal for Mother’s Day May 8
