The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place in person in 2021, but in a slightly different form. It will take place in various locations in downtown Raleigh over the course of two days, to reduce crowds. Make sure to check … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is returning this year
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National Night Out in Carrboro
Carrboro Police Department invites the community to National Night Out at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, on Tuesday, August 3rd, 2021, starting at 5:30 p.m. This is a free event. Here is some of what's going on: Free foodGamesMusicDunk booth (with a police officer in it)Car seat checking stationMore They'll also be packing a patrol car with food to donate to … [Read more...] about National Night Out in Carrboro
Meridian Waste Shotwell Landfill “Summer Splash Bash” with bounce houses, free hot dogs, and more
Meridian Waste is throwing a Summer Splash Bash at its Shotwell Landfill, 4724 Smithfield Rd, Wendell, on Saturday, August 7th, 2021, to celebrate summer and the start of the new school season with family-friendly activities for all ages. All are invited to this free event, which takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Compliments of Meridian Waste, food trucks will be on-site to provide free … [Read more...] about Meridian Waste Shotwell Landfill “Summer Splash Bash” with bounce houses, free hot dogs, and more
Gnome-tastic Scavenger Hunt at For Garden’s Sake Garden Center and Landscaping
For Garden's Sake Garden Center and Landscaping, 9197 NC Hwy 751, Durham, is a full-service landscaping company and family friendly garden center on a 20-acre site at the intersection of Chatham, Durham and Wake Counties. You can shop for plants and also learn how For Garden's Sake can help with your landscaping. For Garden's Sake often holds fun events, often free. Check their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Gnome-tastic Scavenger Hunt at For Garden’s Sake Garden Center and Landscaping
Free tickets remain for Bull City Reels on Wheels drive-in movie: Mrs. Doubtfire August 6
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting free drive-in movies summer of 2021, at Durham County Memorial Stadium, 750 Stadium Drive, Durham. Tickets to Bull City Reels on Wheels are FREE but you do have to reserve a ticket (one per car.) In the past, tickets have gone quickly. Space is limited Ticket registration will be taken online until all spots are full or until 3 p.m. on … [Read more...] about Free tickets remain for Bull City Reels on Wheels drive-in movie: Mrs. Doubtfire August 6
Cook Your Butt Off Competition at Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson ($10 for all you can eat and drink)
Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson, at 1126 South Saunders Street, Raleigh, is a Harley-Davidson dealership and the home of the Ray Price Legends of Harley Drag Racing Museum. It hosts frequent events for the community. Check out their Facebook page for the latest updates on events. … [Read more...] about Cook Your Butt Off Competition at Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson ($10 for all you can eat and drink)
First Friday in Raleigh — dance battle, live painting, futbol, live music, much more…
The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food during its First Friday Gallery Walk. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative art venues and more. First Friday Raleigh Events August 6 Learn more about each of these venues at Downtown Raleigh's First Friday Raleigh Events page. 311 Gallery311 W Martin St - … [Read more...] about First Friday in Raleigh — dance battle, live painting, futbol, live music, much more…
Free music discovery program and instrument zoo
The Philharmonic Association String Quartet and the United Strings of Color Quartet, of the Philharmonic Association, are presenting two free Music Discovery programs for children. Each program features fun and interactive concert, followed by a string instrument "zoo," where children can try out a violin, viola or cello. Each program is different, so feel free to attend both! Please … [Read more...] about Free music discovery program and instrument zoo
Movies Under the Stars at Chapel Hill’s Forest Theatre: Moana
Movies Under the Stars, the very popular free, family friendly, outdoor movie series, is returning to Chapel Hill. In 2021, it will be in a new location, Forest Theatre, at 123 South Boundary Street, Chapel Hill. Bring something soft to sit on, like a blanket or a cushion, but no chairs. The movies will start at sundown (sometime between 8 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.) Come early to grab a spot at the … [Read more...] about Movies Under the Stars at Chapel Hill’s Forest Theatre: Moana
Durham Central Park Food Truck Rodeo returns on Labor Day Weekend
Durham Central Park’s Food Truck Rodeos normally take place five 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. The next Durham Central Park Food Truck Rodeo will be the Labor Day Food Truck Rodeo, on on Sunday, September 5th, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. This will be the first Durham … [Read more...] about Durham Central Park Food Truck Rodeo returns on Labor Day Weekend
