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Cary Really Really Free Market Oct. 24
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 Oct. 24
The People’s Free Market in Clayton Oct. 24
Down Home North Carolina hosts The People's Free Market monthly at Phillip R. Wright Community Park, 988 Powhatan Road, Clayton, North Carolina. Sometimes this park is also called the Wilson's Mills Community Park. At a free market, like this one, you can bring stuff you want to give away, and take what you want or need. There is no buying, selling or trading. Just sharing! If you bring items, … [Read more...] about The People’s Free Market in Clayton Oct. 24
The Hidden Village: Exclusive After Hours Adventure with Triangle Third Place Nov. 12
Triangle Third Place is a social group for people in their 20s and 30s. They create accessible, welcoming experiences that help young adults build real friendships, feel more connected to the Triangle, and discover the people and places that make this area special. That might mean gathering at a hidden neighborhood café, exploring a local farm, trying something completely new, showing up for live … [Read more...] about The Hidden Village: Exclusive After Hours Adventure with Triangle Third Place Nov. 12
Morrisville Veterans Day Breakfast Nov. 5 (registration required)
The Town of Morrisville is holding a Veterans Day celebration on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 8 to 9:30 a.m., at Cedar Fork Community Center, 1050 B Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. Veterans (and one guest each) are invited to enjoy a continental breakfast, camaraderie, and heartfelt appreciation as we thank you for your service to our nation. The morning will include … [Read more...] about Morrisville Veterans Day Breakfast Nov. 5 (registration required)
Chapel Hill Really Really Free Market 3rd Monday of Month
Chapel Hill Really Really Free Market takes place the third Monday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Southern Village Green, 401 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The next one takes place October 19, 2026. Please make sure to follow @chapelhillrrfm on Instagram for updates. At a free market, everything is freely given. Take what you need or want. There's no buying, selling, … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill Really Really Free Market 3rd Monday of Month
Hillsborough Really Really Free Market Oct. 18
The Hillsborough Really Really Free Market is just what it sounds like: a market where everything is free. It's scheduled for the 3rd Sunday of every month from March to October in 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Gold Park, 415 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina: Please check the Eventbrite page for any updates to these dates. You might also find updates and more events of interest at … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Really Really Free Market Oct. 18
Sisters of Purpose Giveaway Nov. 21: Winter clothes, food, toiletries, more…
Sisters of Purpose Enterprise is hosting a Community Day on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. It takes place on the corner of Hyde Park and Liberty Street, Durham, North Carolina (next to Long Meadow Park.) They will be providing FREE coats, hats, gloves, toiletries, food, blankets, and other essentials for men, women, and children. … [Read more...] about Sisters of Purpose Giveaway Nov. 21: Winter clothes, food, toiletries, more…
Durham Really Really Free Market 3rd Saturday of month
Durham Really Really Free Market is a community gathering that's all about sharing. Bring what you don't need and take anything you do need. It's not about buying, selling, trading or bartering. Just sharing. No money involved. Durham Really Really free Market generally takes place on the third Saturday of the month, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Orchard Park, 1000 S Duke Street, Durham, North … [Read more...] about Durham Really Really Free Market 3rd Saturday of month
Free Meal and Free Market in Siler City Oct. 17
Food Not Bombs hosts a free meal on the 3rd Saturday of every month, at 1 p.m., at Chatham Square, 219 Chatham Square, Siler City, North Carolina. Everyone is welcome and no registration is required. In addition, there will be a small Really Really Free Market at the same time. At a Really Really Free Market, people give items away. There's no buying, selling or bartering. If you have items … [Read more...] about Free Meal and Free Market in Siler City Oct. 17
