Dance the night away at Dix! Learn fun, easy dances, meet new people, and enjoy music, movement, and light refreshments. All are welcome! This FREE event takes place Friday, April 10, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Gipson Play Plaza at Dorothea Dix Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, NC. Space is limited and registration is required. Grab your dancing shoes and join us for a lively night of … [Read more...] about Dancing at Dix — free square dancing Apr. 10 (registration required)
Reception at The ArtsCenter April 10 for Chance Encounter: Found Still Life Photography
The ArtsCenter, at 300-G East Main Street in Carrboro, provides arts opportunities to people of all ages and skill levels. Opportunities include: You can find its performance and class schedule on its website. Among the events are some free ones. Here's one that's coming up: Reception at The ArtsCenter April 10 for Chance Encounter: Found Still Life PhotographyFriday, April 10, 20266 to 8 … [Read more...] about Reception at The ArtsCenter April 10 for Chance Encounter: Found Still Life Photography
Bone Suckin’ Sauce Peak City Pig Fest in Apex April 10-11
Bone Suckin' Sauce Peak City Pig Fest is serious business for BBQ chefs. Taking place Friday, April 10, and Saturday, April 11, 2026, in downtown Apex, it's the only Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned BBQ contest in the Triangle, and chefs compete for over $10,000 in prize money. It's free to attend the festival. Of course the main focus is food, and plenty of it will be on sale, but … [Read more...] about Bone Suckin’ Sauce Peak City Pig Fest in Apex April 10-11
Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe Apr. 10
Once a month, N.C. Museum of Natural sciences holds a free event for teens, Teen Science Café. These events usually take place the first Friday of the month (with a couple of exceptions; see below) during the school year, from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Daily Planet Cafe, the coffee shop within the Nature Research Center, at 121 W Jones Street, Raleigh. Each cafe will includes a science … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe Apr. 10
Beer Box Cary: Sci-Fi Trivia on Apr. 15, more…
Beer Box Cary, at 1200 Gathering Park Circle, Suite 100, Cary, North Carolina, features 24 taps, as well as several bourbons, handpicked wines and classic cocktails. It's a dog-friendly taproom and you're welcome to bring your own food. Beer Box Cary hosts events, which you can find on their website or Facebook page. Read on for a few upcoming events. Sci-Fi Trivia NightWednesday, April 15, … [Read more...] about Beer Box Cary: Sci-Fi Trivia on Apr. 15, more…
NC State University Earth Fair April 8
NC State University is hosting its annual Earth Fair on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It takes place at Stafford Commons, which is the green space on the north side of Talley Student Union, 2610 Cates Avenue, Raleigh. The Earth Fair is part of NC Science Festival, which includes hundreds of science events throughout the month of April, all over North Carolina. This is a … [Read more...] about NC State University Earth Fair April 8
A Walk with Poetry: A guided poetry walk and performances at Shelley Lake in Raleigh April 11
Celebrate National Poetry Month with A Walk With Poetry—an immersive community-centered arts experience curated by spoken word artist Kiana Renee (aka CraziiKi) as part of SEEK Raleigh. A Walk With Poetry takes place Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Shelley Lake Park, 1400 W Milbrook Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event, but (free) tickets are required for the … [Read more...] about A Walk with Poetry: A guided poetry walk and performances at Shelley Lake in Raleigh April 11
Wendy’s gives away free Frosty & fries Apr. 7
UPDATE: There was a dunk in the NCAA Division 1 Men's Basketball Championship Game, so Wendy's is unlocking a nationwide offer: Free Dunks for America! Wendy’s is turning an exciting moment in the championship game into a big win for customers. When the first dunk is scored in the Women’s Championship (April 5 on ABC) or Men’s Championship (April 6 on TBS), Wendy’s will unlock its first-ever … [Read more...] about Wendy’s gives away free Frosty & fries Apr. 7
Get Wild: Creek Critters with Triangle Land Conservancy May 2
Triangle Land Conservancy, an organization that works to safeguard clean water and natural habitats, leads groups in guided hikes and provides outdoor programs in nature preserves in the Triangle. You can find all the upcoming events on TLC's calendar. Here is one upcoming event. Make sure to follow the link to see all the details and register. Get Wild: Creek Critters!Saturday, May 2, 202610 … [Read more...] about Get Wild: Creek Critters with Triangle Land Conservancy May 2
Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max — through May 23
Shredding your sensitive documents is an important step to protect yourself from identify theft and fraud. It's especially important to shred document that you have your social security number, credit card info or bank account information on them. Office Max and Office Depot are offering 5 pounds of paper shredding for free. Just pay tax. You'll need a coupon, which you can find by going to this … [Read more...] about Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max — through May 23
