Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating National Frozen Custard Day from August 7 to 9, 2026, by offering three special deals at participating locations. From August 7 to 9, 2026, get these deals (one time each): Each of the three offers is valid for one-time use for dine-in, drive-thru or Freddy’s app orders. The deals are available only for Freddy’s Rewards members. Join … [Read more...] about National Frozen Custard Day: Three deals at Freddy’s Aug 7-9
Food and drink
First Friday Ice Cream Social at Pope House Museum Aug. 7
Get to know your neighbors and the Pope Family with free ice cream! Enjoy a free ice cream social on Friday, August 7, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at the Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The Ice cream social will feature a display discussing future plans of the Pope House Museum, South Park Heritage Trail, and John P. "Top" Greene African American Cultural … [Read more...] about First Friday Ice Cream Social at Pope House Museum Aug. 7
Chatham Tomato Festival at The Plant — rescheduled to Aug. 9
Celebrate tomato season at Chatham Tomato Festival at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, August 9, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Chatham Tomato Festival at The Plant — rescheduled to Aug. 9
NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 8
North Carolina Jerk Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of Jamaican independence and culture, with a special focus on jerk chicken, a popular Jamaican dish. It takes place Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festival features: Main Stage: … [Read more...] about NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 8
Music Bingo and Trivia at TCB — The Corner Biergarten
TCB - The Corner Biergarten, 1625 N. Main St., Ste. 133, Fuquay-Varina, is a fun and dog-friendly German Taproom and Bottle Shop. Enjoy 20+ German, Craft, and Domestic Beers on tap as well as a large selection of ciders, wines and craft sodas. You can find TCB's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Check back soon. Recurring Events TCB Trivia League Every other Wednesday … [Read more...] about Music Bingo and Trivia at TCB — The Corner Biergarten
Opinionation at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh on Thursdays, and more…
Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, 5907 Triangle Dr, Raleigh, holds frequent events and many are free. See their upcoming schedule on their calendar or Facebook page. Recurring Events Open-Mic NightsSundays3 to 6 p.m.Free Music BingoTuesdays7 to 9 p.m.Free Hammered TriviaWednesdays7 to 9 p.m.Free OpinionationThursdays (scheduled through 2026)7 to 9 p.m.Free Guess the most common … [Read more...] about Opinionation at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh on Thursdays, and more…
National Oyster Day Deal at Skrimp Shack Aug. 5
Skrimp Shack, at 3600 N Duke Street, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating National Oyster Day with a special deal. On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, get 1/4 pound of fried oysters for just $5. The regular price is $10. Limit one order per person. Announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about National Oyster Day Deal at Skrimp Shack Aug. 5
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: where to get a free cookie August 4!
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day is Tuesday, August 4, 2026. (Not to be confused with National Chocolate Chip Day, in May, and National Cookie Day, which is in December.) This is a day to celebrate America's favorite cookie flavor. Chocolate chip cookies are even better when they're free! Read on for some deals and freebies to help you celebrate! Remember that participation in a special … [Read more...] about National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: where to get a free cookie August 4!
Okra Jamboree at The Plant in Pittsboro Aug. 2
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting its 3rd Annual Okra Jamboree on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend this celebration of okra. Here's what's going on: … [Read more...] about Okra Jamboree at The Plant in Pittsboro Aug. 2
Wendell Baptist Church Community Day Aug. 1: Clothing giveaway, small engine repair, free lunch and kids’ block party
Wendell Baptist Church, at 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Day on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a clothing giveaway, kids' block party, free hot dog lunch and even a repair shop where you can get small engines repaired as well as some car care. Announced on Facebook. Clothing Giveaway From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a … [Read more...] about Wendell Baptist Church Community Day Aug. 1: Clothing giveaway, small engine repair, free lunch and kids’ block party
