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. Important Update: Please note that several strawberry farms will not have a strawberry crop in 2025. This is because of a bad case of Neopestalotiopsis (Neo-p) … [Read more...] about Where to pick your own strawberries (and more) in the Triangle
Food and drink
Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Day April 24
Parktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to make sure that there haven't been any changes. On their calendar you can find upcoming food distributions, events and volunteer opportunities. Donations are welcome … [Read more...] about Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Day April 24
Free juice at Clean Juice with purchase, for Earth Day
Clean Juice is celebrating Earth Day with a special deal. Clean Juice is a USDA-certified organic juice bar franchise with 200 locations nationwide. On April 22, 2025, spend $10 at a participating Clean Juice location, and get a FREE 12 oz Fresh-Pressed Juice. The promotion is available exclusively through the Clean Juice app as a Wallet Drop. Customers must be signed into their Clean … [Read more...] about Free juice at Clean Juice with purchase, for Earth Day
Free Food Giveaway with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC in Raleigh April 22
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 Giveaway with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC in Raleigh April 22
Acoustic jam at bmc brewing in Pittsboro, more
bmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and more. bmc hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are a few upcoming events. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring … [Read more...] about Acoustic jam at bmc brewing in Pittsboro, more
Chili Cook-Off at TCB — The Corner Biergarten May 31 (and more)
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. Upcoming Events Chili Cook-OffSaturday, May 31, 20253 p.,m.Free Sign up in person or … [Read more...] about Chili Cook-Off at TCB — The Corner Biergarten May 31 (and more)
Chipotle: Wear a hockey jersey for a buy one, get one free deal April 21
Chipotle is celebrating the Stanley Cup playoffs. Wear your favorite team’s (or any) hockey jersey to Chipotle on April 21, 2025 and score a buy-one-get-one FREE entrée at participating locations, including burritos, bowls, salads or tacos — dine-in only. The offer is available from 3 p.m. to closing. The offer is limited to five FREE menu items per transaction. Each complimentary item … [Read more...] about Chipotle: Wear a hockey jersey for a buy one, get one free deal April 21
Strawberry Festival in Durham May 3
The 20th Annual Strawberry Festival takes place Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Old North Durham Park, 310 W Geer Street, Durham. This is a free event that's been taking place every year since 2005. It's hosted by Central Park School for Children. Here's some of what happening at this event: Some of the activities are free and some have a cost associated with … [Read more...] about Strawberry Festival in Durham May 3
Mother’s Day Market at Videri Chocolate Factory May 10
Videri Chocolate, 327 West Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Mother's Day Market on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop from several small businesses as you search for the perfect Mother's Day gift. Of course, delicious chocolate is a pretty good idea too! Vendors: Chocolate samples will be available. … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Market at Videri Chocolate Factory May 10
Where to get Easter Brunch or Dinner in the Triangle (at home or dine-in)
Looking to celebrate Easter the easy way? That is, without the cooking? Check out our list of Triangle restaurants and grocery stores where you can order an Easter brunch or dinner to enjoy at home. We're limiting our list to places where you can get an Easter meal for around $40 or under, per person. In general, family-style meals cost less per person than individual meals. Make sure to … [Read more...] about Where to get Easter Brunch or Dinner in the Triangle (at home or dine-in)
