The 5th Annual Raleigh Earth Day takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Dix Park. Specifically, it will be at Harvey Hill, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This family-friendly event brings together community members, local organizations, and city departments for an evening dedicated to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and … [Read more...] about Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
Film
Movie in the Park in Morrisville: Lilo & Stitch Live Action Apr. 17
Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is hosting Movie in the Park on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC. The movie is Lio & Stitch Live Action. This is a free event. The movie will begin at 8 p.m., but it's recommended that you arrive early to grab a great spot. Bring a chair or blanket. There will be free … [Read more...] about Movie in the Park in Morrisville: Lilo & Stitch Live Action Apr. 17
Film Friday at the Durham Visitor Info Center Apr. 17
On Friday, April 17, 2026, stop by the Durham Visitors Center, at 212 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, for Film Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a night out at the movies! Full Frame Documentary Film Festival is in town and Discover Durham is celebrating with complimentary popcorn from East Durham Sweet Shoppe (while supplies last). Are you a fellow movie buff? The first 20 people to … [Read more...] about Film Friday at the Durham Visitor Info Center Apr. 17
Movies Under the Stars at Hargrave Community Center: Sandlot on Apr. 10
Movies Under the Stars, the very popular free, family friendly, outdoor movie series, is returning to Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Up next is Sandlot on April 10, 2026, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., at Hargraves Community Center's baseball field, located at 216 N. Roberson St., Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The movie will start at sundown. Movie snacks will be available for purchase. … [Read more...] about Movies Under the Stars at Hargrave Community Center: Sandlot on Apr. 10
Autism Acceptance Month Film Screening & Panel Apr. 4
For Autism Acceptance Month, B3 is presenting a free screening of a film that centers the neurodivergent experience, followed by a panel conversation with Autistic adults. The free event takes place Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Panelists will reflect on their lived experiences, highlighting … [Read more...] about Autism Acceptance Month Film Screening & Panel Apr. 4
Science on the Carolina Coast with PBS North Carolina — free screening and discussion Apr. 23
PBS North Carolina, NC Science Festival and The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences present Science on the Carolina Coast — Screening and Panel Discussion. This is a free event. You can attend in person or watch online. Please register here. It takes place Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 6 p.m., at NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. … [Read more...] about Science on the Carolina Coast with PBS North Carolina — free screening and discussion Apr. 23
Regal Cinema’s 2026 Best Picture Film Festival offers discounted tickets and popcorn
Regal is hosting its annual Regal Best Picture Film Festival in 2026 at participating locations. This is your chance to catch up on any of the Best Picture Oscar nominees that you missed. The Best Picture Nominee films will be shown from March 6 to 15, 2026, at select locations. Each movie is $7.99 at participating locations. Plus, Regal Crown Club members enjoy a $10 small popcorn + … [Read more...] about Regal Cinema’s 2026 Best Picture Film Festival offers discounted tickets and popcorn
AMC Best Picture Showcase Two-Day Marathon
The AMC Best Picture Showcase gives you a second chance to see the Oscar-nominated Best Picture films on the big screen. AMC is holding a two-day Movie Marathon Event. Over the two days, March 7 and March 14, 2026, you'll get the chance to see a few of the best films of 2026. To buy tickets, go to amctheatres.com/events/best-picture-showcase and click the button for Day One or Day Two. Then … [Read more...] about AMC Best Picture Showcase Two-Day Marathon
20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest Feb. 27 – March 1
The 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest takes place in Carrboro, NC, Friday, February 27, to March 1, 2026. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast on the original date. The festival is a celebration of independent cinema, presenting Southern films in a non-competitive setting. Tickets are $8 for individual screenings and $45 for a festival pass. The screenings take place at … [Read more...] about 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest Feb. 27 – March 1
French Film Festival with The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke University — free screenings
The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke university is presenting its annual French Film Festival from January 29 to February 13, 2026. The screenings are free, open to the public, and take place at Rubenstein Arts Center, 2020 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The films will be introduced in English, subtitled in English and followed by a Q&A session in English. French … [Read more...] about French Film Festival with The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke University — free screenings
