Mystic Farm & Distillery is set on a 22-acre farm at 1413 Stallings Road, Durham, NC, just minutes from Downtown Durham and North Raleigh. It's a home-grown operation: they grow their own wheat and corn to distill and barrel in their 3000 square foot distillery. They've got bee hives on the farm producing honey. You can find Mystic's upcoming events by following their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Mystic Father’s Day Picnic and Tournament of Dads June 20
Food and drink
Wayback Burgers: Free shakes on June 20, no purchase required
Wayback Burgers is celebrating the start of summer with free shakes on Saturday, June 20, 2026. No purchase is required. The free shake will be a 12 oz. Vanilla Milkshake. One per person. In-restaurant only, while supplies last. The offer is good at participating locations only. There are several locations in and near the Triangle. Find your closest one here. The celebration doesn’t stop … [Read more...] about Wayback Burgers: Free shakes on June 20, no purchase required
Father’s Day at Holly Springs Farmers Market June 20: Balloon toss, dad jokes, more…
The Holly Springs Farmers Market is at 300 W. Ballentine Street, outside the Holly Springs Cultural Center. Winter Hours:November to AprilEvery Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Regular Hours:May to October Every Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Holly Springs Farmers Market hosts many special events throughout the year. Here's one: Father's Day at the MarketSaturday, June 20, 20268 a.m. to 12 … [Read more...] about Father’s Day at Holly Springs Farmers Market June 20: Balloon toss, dad jokes, more…
17 farms in the Triangle where you can pick your own blueberries and blackberries (plus u-pick farms for every season)
Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids. We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. You might also be interested in this list of farmers markets in the Triangle. Before you head out, make sure to call and check on conditions. Hours can change … [Read more...] about 17 farms in the Triangle where you can pick your own blueberries and blackberries (plus u-pick farms for every season)
National Smoothie Day: $1 Smoothies at Jamba June 21
Jamba is celebrating National Smoothie Day with a special deal. On Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jamba is offering a small Mango-a-Go-Go or Strawberry Whirl Smoothie (16-oz.) for just $1 (excluding add-ons, extras and taxes) at participating locations. The deal is only available in-shop — not for online orders, drive-thru, kiosks, or delivery. Limit one per person. Not … [Read more...] about National Smoothie Day: $1 Smoothies at Jamba June 21
Planet Smoothie: Free Lunar Lemonade on National Smoothie Day June 21
Planet Smoothie is celebrating National Smoothie Day on Saturday, June 21, 2026, with a special deal. Get a 20oz Lunar Lemonade smoothie from 2 to 5 p.m. The deal is only for Planet VIP members and you need to be a member by June 19, 2026, to qualify for the offer. Learn about Planet VIP membership, and sign up, here. There's no cost to join. Participating locations only. No substitutions. … [Read more...] about Planet Smoothie: Free Lunar Lemonade on National Smoothie Day June 21
Dairy Queen: DQ Sparkler or DQ Cooler for 50¢ for a whole week
For one week, DQ fans can enjoy Dairy Queen's DQ Sparklers or DQ Coolers for just a little change. And they can take advantage of the deal every day that week. You do have to be a DQ Rewards member to get the deal. From June 15 to 21, 2026, Dairy Queen is offering a medium DQ Sparkler or DQ Cooler for just 50 cents at participating locations. A medium DQ Sparkler is regularly $3.49 and DQ … [Read more...] about Dairy Queen: DQ Sparkler or DQ Cooler for 50¢ for a whole week
Chipotle: Wear a soccer jersey for a BOGO deal on June 11
On June 11, 2026, wear any soccer jersey at Chipotle and score a buy-one-get-one FREE entrée. The offer is good in-restaurant only, at participating locations.You can order for dine-in or take-out. Kids’ meals do not count as an entrée purchase. The BOGO offer is available from 3 p.m. to closing.(Many locations close at 10 p.m. — with others closing at 9 p.m. or 11 p.m. Check store hours … [Read more...] about Chipotle: Wear a soccer jersey for a BOGO deal on June 11
How to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in 2026
Free, nutritious meals are available to children up to age 18 this summer, through August, 2026. These programs, most of which are funded by the USDA, are available to all kids. There is no income requirement for the meals. The federal program is intended to fill the nutrition gap that can occur when school is not in session. We're listing a few different ways to find the free meal sites. Make … [Read more...] about How to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in 2026
Summer Kickoff at the LocoShop in Durham June 10 — Crafts, Wool E. Bull, BOGO scoops, more…
LocoShop, 600 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Summer Kickoff Party on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. Free event! Welcome summer with: … [Read more...] about Summer Kickoff at the LocoShop in Durham June 10 — Crafts, Wool E. Bull, BOGO scoops, more…
