Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event. Now in its 8th year, the block party features the Black Broadway community and RDU local singers performing inspirational songs, as well as Black mental health providers as guest speakers. The event is hosted by Darkness RISING Project Nonprofit, a 501(c)3 organization which provides direct mental health resources to … [Read more...] about Darkness RISING — Live Black Arts & Mental Health Block Party May 24
Food and drink
Beats and Eats: Country Music and BBQ at John Chavis Memorial Park
Raleigh Parks is hosting a new series of evenings featuring curated pairings of music genres and delicious cuisines. Dance the night away while savoring yummy bites. The first Beats and Eats event, Country and BBQ, takes place on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy a night of country music and … [Read more...] about Beats and Eats: Country Music and BBQ at John Chavis Memorial Park
Pac-Man Day at Krispy Kreme: 25¢ dozen with purchase of a dozen May 22
Krispy Kreme is celebrating Pac-Man's 45th anniversary with all-new limited edition doughnuts, as well as some special deals to chomp up! The Pac-Man donuts are available as of today, May 12, 2025, for a limited time. Along with the Pac-Man doughnuts, Krispy Kreme is offering some deals: Free Original Glazed Doughnut: From May 12 to 18, 2025, get a FREE Original Glazed Doughnut during … [Read more...] about Pac-Man Day at Krispy Kreme: 25¢ dozen with purchase of a dozen May 22
Smashburger: National Hamburger Day Deal May 28
Smashburger is celebrating National Hamburger Day with a special deal on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Get any Single (not Double) burger for $5.28 at participating locations. You can claim the deal in-store, or through Smashburger's website or app by using the promo code JUST528. Participating Smashburger locations in the Triangle: Find more National Hamburger Day deals. … [Read more...] about Smashburger: National Hamburger Day Deal May 28
Get half-price shakes every night at Sonic Drive-In for limited time
Sonic Drive-In is a favorite for its slushes, burgers, corn dogs and more. They offer frequent deals to make their treats more affordable. For the deals below, if they don't indicate a date, they are "for a limited time." It's always possible that a deal has expired before you read this post, and before we've updated it. But we'll be checking back frequently, and we hope you will too! Also, … [Read more...] about Get half-price shakes every night at Sonic Drive-In for limited time
Got to be NC Festival May 16-18
Got to be NC Festival will offer three great days of down-home celebration North Carolina-style from May 16 to 18, 2025. Got to be NC Festival takes place at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, and is free to attend. Carnival rides and games, food and drinks, and some activities have a cost associated with them. Festival Gate Hours It takes place at … [Read more...] about Got to be NC Festival May 16-18
Popeyes gives away free biscuits for National Buttermilk Biscuit Day
To celebrate National Buttermilk Biscuit Day, Popeyes is giving away FREE biscuits. From May 14 to 29, 2025, Popeyes is giving away a free buttermilk biscuit with every order of $5 or more at participating locations. The offer is only available for Popeyes Rewards members via the restaurant’s site or app. Join Popeyes Rewards here. The giveaway must be redeemed from the “Offers” tab in the … [Read more...] about Popeyes gives away free biscuits for National Buttermilk Biscuit Day
Biscuit Belly: $5 Basic Biscuit Sandwich May 14
Biscuit Belly, at 708 Seaboard Station Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating National Buttermilk Biscuit Day with a special deal. On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, get a "Basic Biscuit" Sandwich for $5. It's normally $9.50. The offer is available during all opening hours, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. No promo code is needed. Basic Biscuit Sandwich choices: Biscuit Belly is a "craft … [Read more...] about Biscuit Belly: $5 Basic Biscuit Sandwich May 14
Town of Angier Food Truck Rodeo May 17
The Town of Angier is hosting a Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Jack Marley Park, 245 E Williams Street, Angier, North Carolina. Angier is in Harnett County, 22.6 miles south of Raleigh, and 15 miles from Fuquay-Varina. 20 food trucks will be on site. Each truck will be offering some sample-sized portions for $5 or less, so you can try a little bit of … [Read more...] about Town of Angier Food Truck Rodeo May 17
Yadkin Valley Wine Festival in Elkin — the perfect weekend getaway!
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Come taste the wines of the Yadkin Valley at the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival on May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This annual event is the valley's biggest, showcasing the best wineries in North Carolina wine country. It takes place in Elkin Municipal Park, 399 North Carolina 268 West, Elkin, NC. Plan on arriving in Elkin the night before to enjoy the music in the Friday Night Live Explore … [Read more...] about Yadkin Valley Wine Festival in Elkin — the perfect weekend getaway!
