The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. Ta Contento is bringing the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta to The Plant! Enjoy live music with Grupo Caribe Vibe, as well as delicious food and drinks for purchase. bmc brewing will offer $5 Pints of their Mexia Mexican Lager and $1 off Tequila … [Read more...] about Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at The Plant in Pittsboro
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McAlister’s Deli offers free tea to nurses and teachers May 4-8
McAlister's Deli announced that they are honoring two of our essential everyday heroes by offering teachers and nurses a free tea during Teacher Appreciation Week and Nurse Appreciation Week at participating locations nationwide. Educators and healthcare professions can stop by and enjoy one free sweet or unsweet tea. Details: Valid for educators and nurses from May 4 to 8, 2026, for one Big … [Read more...] about McAlister’s Deli offers free tea to nurses and teachers May 4-8
Cinco de Mayo party at PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, and more…
PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, at 900 E Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, hosts frequent events. You can see them all on their Facebook page. You should know that PourWorks is a Green Bay Packer fan establishment, so if you're a Packers fan, you will find your brethren there on game days. Cinco de Mayo FiestaTuesday, May 5, 20264 p.m.Free $10 Sexy Señorita Margaritas. Half price select … [Read more...] about Cinco de Mayo party at PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, and more…
Shake Shack celebrates National Burger Month with free burgers all May, with purchase
Shake Shack is celebrating National Burger Month with a giveaway for burger lovers every week in May. From May 1 to 31, 2026, Shake Shack is offering a different single burger every week for FREE with a $10 minimum purchase at participating locations. The offer excludes all paid add-ons, such as avocado or bacon. Here’s which burger is available each week: The offer is valid only for … [Read more...] about Shake Shack celebrates National Burger Month with free burgers all May, with purchase
Summer Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park May 31
Durham Central Park’s Food Truck Rodeos take place several times a year on Sunday afternoons. Dozens of the Triangle's most popular food trucks gather. It's free to attend. Just pay for what you want to eat and rink. Durham Central Park is at 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Enjoy fresh tunes, bring the kids to enjoy the bounce houses, face painting and other activities, and connect … [Read more...] about Summer Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park May 31
Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street UMC May 4
Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, at 1209 N Elizabeth Street, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent free community events, including monthly food distributions and community meals. They list their events on their Facebook page. Free Food Distribution Elizabeth Street UMC usually hosts free food distributions the first Monday of the month at 2 p.m. If it's a holiday, the event will be … [Read more...] about Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street UMC May 4
Strawberry Social at The Plant May 3
The Plant, at 193 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting a Strawberry Social on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. This event is a celebration of all things strawberry. Free to attend and for all ages. Strawberry Social welcomes spring with fresh strawberries, local vendors, and live music at The Plant. This family-friendly festival highlights strawberry desserts, drinks, … [Read more...] about Strawberry Social at The Plant May 3
Rita’s Italian Ice: Free Ice with Purchase on Italian Ice Day, May 3
Rita's Italian Ice and Frozen Custard is celebrating National Italian Ice Day on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Get a FREE small Italian Ice with the purchase of a treat. To get the freebie, you need to purchase using Rita's app. The single-use reward will be available to be claimed in the app. The purchased treat can not be a kids size treat. One free treat per app account. The deal is available … [Read more...] about Rita’s Italian Ice: Free Ice with Purchase on Italian Ice Day, May 3
Raleigh Geek & Grub Market May 2
Geek and Grub Market is a celebration of all things geek! Play giant games, eat great food, and purchase geeky items from an array of local geek-themed artisans. Occasionally there a Geek and Grub Market that's a little different, like the Pi Day Party on March 14, 2026. (Keep reading!) This themed monthly market, which is presented by the folks at Triangle Game Night, is free to attend. Each … [Read more...] about Raleigh Geek & Grub Market May 2
SW Wake Rockstar Connect Networking Event at Bombshell Beer Company, May 6: Connect with authentic professionals
Bombshell Beer Company, at 120 Quantum Street, Holly Springs, is a 100% women-owned microbrewery. They package our beer in kegs and cans which can be found in restaurants and bars throughout the Greater Triangle, Triad, and Sandhills of NC. The Tap Room features up to 12 beers on tap, wine, and soft drinks, and there's an outdoor Beer Garden. Bombshell hosts food trucks, live music, trivia, … [Read more...] about SW Wake Rockstar Connect Networking Event at Bombshell Beer Company, May 6: Connect with authentic professionals
