The 2nd Annual International Day of Dance Festival, organized by Graceful Expressions, takes place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8:15 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free event and suitable for all ages. This is not a drop-off event. Parents or guardians must stay with their children. Celebrate the universal language of dance … [Read more...] about International Day of Dance Festival at Downtown Cary Park April 29 — performances and free workshops
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Pay What You Want Block Party (with pottery painting) at Trophy Brewing & Taproom Apr. 29
Cozy Panda is hosting a Block Party on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Trophy Brewing & Taproom, 656 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. The event features pottery painting. And it's "pay what you want!" You can pay for your piece, pay it forward to support another guest, or paint for free. In addition, the party features: … [Read more...] about Pay What You Want Block Party (with pottery painting) at Trophy Brewing & Taproom Apr. 29
The Night Market Company’s Alphabet Soup Pride Market in Cary June 13
The Night Market Company is presenting its 3rd Alphabet Soup Pride Market on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about The Night Market Company’s Alphabet Soup Pride Market in Cary June 13
Free Bingo Night at Longleaf April 27 — a retro Raleigh hotel that used to be a TraveLodge
In the northern part of Downtown Raleigh, 300 N Dawson Street, you'll find a preservation success story. A 1960s TraveLodge has been saved and modernized. Now the Longleaf Hotel, it exudes retro charm with many uncovered mid-century details. If you're looking for a place to stay in Raleigh, the rooms are modern and cozy, and compare favorably, price-wise, with other rooms in Downtown … [Read more...] about Free Bingo Night at Longleaf April 27 — a retro Raleigh hotel that used to be a TraveLodge
Creation Celebration at Highland UMC on Apr. 26 — free food, games, entertainment, more…
In Honor of Earth Day, Highland United Methodist Church, at 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, invites the community to join them for a celebration of God's good creation. Creation Celebration takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend and for all ages. Luke Vandergriff will be performing. He's a local multi-instrumentalist, storyteller, and visual artist … [Read more...] about Creation Celebration at Highland UMC on Apr. 26 — free food, games, entertainment, more…
Rhiannon Giddens’ Biscuits & Banjos Presents: A Day of Free Programming on Apr. 26
Rhiannon Giddens' Biscuits & Banjos presents a day of free programming at The Fruit, 305 S Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The programming is for the first anniversary of the sold-out Biscuits & Banjos festival that took place in Durham. The day of programming reflects the spirit at the heart of Biscuits & Banjos, celebrating music, memory, … [Read more...] about Rhiannon Giddens’ Biscuits & Banjos Presents: A Day of Free Programming on Apr. 26
Free classical music concert at Binkley Baptist Church Apr. 26
Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting a free concert on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 7 p.m. The Chancel Choir, accompanied by Mike Harris, and assisted by friends, both singers and instrumentalists, will present an evening of Classical Music gems that have stood the test of time, from the Baroque period to the Modern era. A reception will follow … [Read more...] about Free classical music concert at Binkley Baptist Church Apr. 26
Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 24-26
From April 24 to 26, 2026, a different kind of baseball will be played at the Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 W Corporation Street, Durham, NC. See the schedule below. Sandlot Revival is a weekend of games between "sandlot" teams from across the country. The teams are made of folks who just like getting together and playing baseball. Winning is not everything. It's more of a fun, social time. … [Read more...] about Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 24-26
Giant Robot Fight Club at Tap Yard Raleigh Apr. 26 — free and family-friendly
Giant Robot Fight Club is exactly what it sounds like. Regular people in cardboard and duct tape robot suits fight each other for cash, prizes and the love of the audience. Follow Giant Robot Fight Club on Instagram. The Durham based cult hit has now spread across the Triangle. Next up is a FREE and family-friendly edition of Giant Robot Fight Club on April 26, 2026, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., at … [Read more...] about Giant Robot Fight Club at Tap Yard Raleigh Apr. 26 — free and family-friendly
Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Unleashed's Annual Spring Fling is a fun, free event for families, including the canine family members. Parking is also free. It takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Admission and parking are free. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
