To celebrate National Chili Day, Wendy’s is offering a FREE small chili with any purchase of $5 or more on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at participating locations. Limit one per person. The one-day-only deal is only available for Wendy’s Rewards members via the restaurant’s app. Join Wendy’s Rewards here. A small chili is regularly $3.59. (Price might vary by location.) … [Read more...] about Free bowl of chili with purchase at Wendy’s Feb. 26 for National Chili Day
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Vege-Palooza at Weaver Street Market Raleigh on Feb. 28
UPDATE: The event is sold out, according to the event link. Weaver Street Raleigh, at 404 West Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Vege-Palooza on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is free to attend. Looking to get more veggies into your diet? Join Vege-Palooza to find out more about vegetarian and vegan products, sample some great plant-based … [Read more...] about Vege-Palooza at Weaver Street Market Raleigh on Feb. 28
9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event in its 9th year. This block party celebrates wellness, the arts and community and features powerful performances, free resources and joy! The 2026 event is made possible by HealthLit4Wake. Darkness RISING takes place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Wednesdays at One at Grace Lutheran Church: Free Lunch and Mug Rug Crafting Feb. 25
Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting their Wednesday at One program on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Enjoy lunch at 12:30 p.m., and then, at 1 p.m., the LWML Quilters will lead a session on making Mug Rugs, a fun, simple, and customizable sewing project that you’ll be able to take home and enjoy. It's all FREE to attend. Please … [Read more...] about Wednesdays at One at Grace Lutheran Church: Free Lunch and Mug Rug Crafting Feb. 25
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: $1 Original Double Steakburger Feb. 24
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has declared February 24, 2025, as National Steakburger Day! And they're celebrating with a big deal for burger lovers. The restaurant’s namesake Freddy Simon would have turned 101 on February 24, 2026. To celebrate its famous steakburgers and commemorate Freddy’s 101st birthday, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is offering its famous … [Read more...] about Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: $1 Original Double Steakburger Feb. 24
Free Food Giveaways with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC — February schedule
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup kitchens and other organizations that distribute food to those in need. You can find the current schedule of the pop-up markets at foodbankcenc.org/popup-markets. The schedule is usually … [Read more...] about Free Food Giveaways with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC — February schedule
Chili Cookoff to benefit L’Arche North Carolina March 7
L’Arche North Carolina and Duke Memorial are hosting a Chili Cook-off on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Duke Memorial UMC, 504 W Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina. All proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off will support the Friendship Moving Forward Campaign, helping L’Arche NC purchase the Friendship Houses in Durham and expand housing, friendship, and belonging for … [Read more...] about Chili Cookoff to benefit L’Arche North Carolina March 7
Love Thy Neighbor: Free Community Meal and Clothing Giveaway at Wendell Baptist Church Feb. 23
Wendell Baptist Church, 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting "Love Thy Neighbor," a free community meal and clothing giveaway, on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. The event is intended for people in need in Wendell and Zebulon. Please register here if you'd like to go. If you have questions, call 919-365-4631. This event was … [Read more...] about Love Thy Neighbor: Free Community Meal and Clothing Giveaway at Wendell Baptist Church Feb. 23
G + F Artisan Market at Old North State Food Hall on the first Saturday of every month
Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the town of Smithfield, including Johnston Community College. The food hall offers ten diverse cuisines under its roof, allowing family members and friends to each enjoy their favorite food while dining together. The food hall hosts many events. … [Read more...] about G + F Artisan Market at Old North State Food Hall on the first Saturday of every month
National Margarita Day deals in the Triangle – Feb. 22
National Margarita Day is Sunday, February 22, 2026. Every year we list the margarita specials throughout the region. Unless otherwise specified, these deals are for February 22. We love adding deals from local businesses, so please send them along to info@triangleonthecheap.com. National Margarita Day Deals in the Triangle for 2026 Bad Daddy's Burger Bar Bad Daddy's Burger Bar: … [Read more...] about National Margarita Day deals in the Triangle – Feb. 22
