Celebrate French culture and support local businesses at the Hope Valley Farms YMCA Bastille Day Market on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. HopeValley Farms YMCA is at 4818 S Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. Enjoy a free, family-friendly community event featuring local vendors, artisans, makers, farmers, food vendors, and entertainers. Shop a variety of unique crafts, … [Read more...] about Bastille Day Market at Hope Valley Farms YMCA July 11
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Blueberry Bonanza at The Plant in Pittsboro on July 11
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting Blueberry Bonanza on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. This is a free event to celebrate the blueberry! At this event: … [Read more...] about Blueberry Bonanza at The Plant in Pittsboro on July 11
Clothing and Art Supply Swap at Eno Arts Mill July 11
Circular Triangle, along with Orange County Sustainability and Orange County Arts Commission, are hosting a Clothing and Art Swap at Eno Arts Mill, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It's free to attend. Clean out your closets and find a new home for your no-longer-loved items. Bring gently used clothing and art … [Read more...] about Clothing and Art Supply Swap at Eno Arts Mill July 11
Bastille Day Celebration at Lafayette Village July 11
Lafayette Village, 8480 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh, is celebrating Bastille Day on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 4 to 9 p.m. This event is brought to you by NC Vibes, The International Festival and Lafayette Village. This event is free to attend, with food and drink available for purchase. RSVP here to help with planning. Stroll through the Village and enjoy Lafayette Village's signature French … [Read more...] about Bastille Day Celebration at Lafayette Village July 11
Mulligan’s Arcade & Tavern Second Annual Summer Bash July 11
Mulligan's Arcade & Tavern is hosting its Second Annual Summer Bash on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.. It's free to attend and for the whole family. The celebration features: … [Read more...] about Mulligan’s Arcade & Tavern Second Annual Summer Bash July 11
Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 16 to August 5, 2026. On each day you'll get the choice of two movies, one at 9:30 a.m. and one at 9:45 a.m. There will be concession specials: A Junior drink and popcorn for $4.50, and a small drink and popcorn … [Read more...] about Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Top things to do in July in the Triangle — big list of events!
July starts off with a bang, but even after the fireworks end, there's plenty to do and celebrate in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle. Read on for a list of some of the top events in the Triangle in July, 2026. We focus on the "free and cheap" so many of these events will be easy on your wallet. Read about some highlighted events, or jump right to our day by day list … [Read more...] about Top things to do in July in the Triangle — big list of events!
Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5
Holly Springs is celebrating Independence Day with its annual fireworks show on Sunday July 5th, 2026. The celebration will take place from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration features live music, food and fireworks. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, or towels as the event is lawn seating. … [Read more...] about Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5
Family Fun Day at Archer Lodge Community Center, including bike parade, fireworks and more July 5
The Town of Archer Lodge, in Johnston County, is hosting their Family Fun Day on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m. It will take place at Archer Lodge Community Center, 14009 Buffalo Road, Clayton, North Carolina. This event includes inflatables, food trucks, vendors, entertainment, fireworks and more. Timeline: Food Trucks: … [Read more...] about Family Fun Day at Archer Lodge Community Center, including bike parade, fireworks and more July 5
Stars, Stripes & Seaboard on July 4 — live music and more…
Seaboard Station, at 20 Seaboard Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Stars, Stripes & Seaboard on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. This is a free festival. Enjoy live music from The Shine, play cornhole and sip a drink in the beer garden. Grab a bite from Boatman Spirits Co. or a neighboring spot before heading out to the fireworks. More info here. Parking is validated … [Read more...] about Stars, Stripes & Seaboard on July 4 — live music and more…
