The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will again offer a free fitness series in May. Free and open to area residents of all ages, May Month of Fitness will consist of Women's Self Defense on Mondays, Cynergy Fit on Tuesdays, Yoga on Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursdays. Each will be offered on their respective nights from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the E. Carroll … [Read more...] about May Month of Fitness in Wake Forest — free fitness classes all month
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9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event in its 9th year. This block party celebrates wellness, the arts and community and features powerful performances, free resources and joy! The 2026 event is made possible by HealthLit4Wake. Darkness RISING takes place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Free Planet Fitness membership for teens all summer
Teens, ages 14-19, can work out for free all summer at Planet Fitness, from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Registration opened on May 18. Teens will have access to: Pre-RegisterGet a head start on your summer fitness program by pre-registering. Download the PF AppCreate an account using the same e-mail you used to register and explore all the FREE PF App has to offer before your digital club … [Read more...] about Free Planet Fitness membership for teens all summer
Free Yoga and Fitness Classes in Cary
The Town of Cary is offering a series of FREE yoga and fitness classes at USA Baseball National Training Complex, 280 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, North Carolina. There will be three different types of classes offered: For each one, there will be two four-week sessions, with each class taking place once a week. When you register, you'll be registering for a four-week session. You can see and … [Read more...] about Free Yoga and Fitness Classes in Cary
NC MedAssist: Free over the counter med giveaways in Clayton May 15
NC MedAssist is a statewide program that helps uninsured low-income North Carolina residents get the medications that they need, at no cost. The organization has programs for both prescription medications and over the counter medications. Free Pharmacy Program: Prescription Medications NC MedAssist provides free prescription medications to uninsured low-income North Carolina residents who are … [Read more...] about NC MedAssist: Free over the counter med giveaways in Clayton May 15
Huge day by day list of free fitness classes and events in the Triangle
Get active with some of these free fitness events and classes in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. The opportunities include yoga classes, organized hikes, martial arts classes, and much more. Know of other free fitness classes? Let us know by emailing jody@triangleonthecheap.com and we'll add them to the list, as time permits! We're adding new events every day. Day by Day List of … [Read more...] about Huge day by day list of free fitness classes and events in the Triangle
Bike Rodeo at Chavis Park May 6, part of Bike Month
May is Bike Month and there are events all over the Triangle aimed at celebrating bike riding and encouraging more people to ride. In Raleigh, several organizations, including Oaks and Spokes, The City of Raleigh, Downtown Raleigh Alliance and more, are coming together to present Bike Month events, most of which are free. Here's a list of events on The City of Raleigh's page. Check out a … [Read more...] about Bike Rodeo at Chavis Park May 6, part of Bike Month
FREE Dental Care at Village Dental Olde Raleigh on May 2
Village Dental Olde Raleigh, 3101 Edwards Mill Road, Suite 103, Raleigh, North Carolina, will open its doors on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., for Smiles From the Heart 2026, a free dental day offering cleanings and extractions to individuals and families in need. Services are provided at no cost, regardless of insurance status. Treatment will be offered on a first-come, … [Read more...] about FREE Dental Care at Village Dental Olde Raleigh on May 2
Lululemon Fenton & Pilates Addiction Cary — National Pilates Day Pop Up May 2
In celebration of National Pilates Day, Pilates Addiction Cary and lululemon Fenton are are partnering to bring a FREE community pop-up at The Backyard at Fenton, right next to Brewery Bhavana and Arhaus Furniture, 850 Lower Garden Lane, Cary, North Carolina. This free event takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9 to 10 a.m. Please make sure to RSVP to save your spot. Enjoy: Please … [Read more...] about Lululemon Fenton & Pilates Addiction Cary — National Pilates Day Pop Up May 2
Won Buddhism Temple Open House in Chapel Hill Apr. 25: Tea ceremony, kids’ activities, Qigong, more…
Won Buddhism of North Carolina is hosting a Spring Open House at 8021 Old NC 86, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free event. This event features: Mini classes include: No experience is required. … [Read more...] about Won Buddhism Temple Open House in Chapel Hill Apr. 25: Tea ceremony, kids’ activities, Qigong, more…
