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
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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…
Adaptive Tai Chi at NCMA Museum Park: Mindful Movement for Everyone (pay what you can)
North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is offering a series, Adaptive Tai Chi: Mindful Movement for Everyone, which takes place in the Welcome Center of the Museum Park. Registration for each session is required, and space is limited. When you register, "pay what you can." There is a free option. This event occurs on the first Thursday evening of the … [Read more...] about Adaptive Tai Chi at NCMA Museum Park: Mindful Movement for Everyone (pay what you can)
Free Tai Chi at Dorothea Dix Park (registration required)
Free Tai Chi classes are being held at Dorothea Dix Park, at Harvey Hill, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Registration is required for each session. Registration opens two weeks before the session, at 12 p.m., and is subject to filling up. Tai Chi is a series of slow, continual movements from right to left, up and down, forwards and backwards, to bring you balance. Tai Chi has been … [Read more...] about Free Tai Chi at Dorothea Dix Park (registration required)
Free Yoga at Dix Park
Dix Park is offering free yoga classes this spring. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Registration is required, and spaces can (and will) fill up. You can see all the yoga classes here. Follow the links below. You might find that some classes are already filled up, and that some are not open to registration yet, so keep checking back. Bring a yoga mat, towel and water … [Read more...] about Free Yoga at Dix Park
Free Family Taekwondo at Dix Park (registration required)
Dorothea Dix Park is hosting FREE Family Taekwondo at Fountain Plaza inside Gipson Play Plaza, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Registration is required for each session, and is likely to fill up. Registration opens two weeks before the session. Master Houman and Master Neshat with Elite Fire Taekwondo will introduce Taekwondo skills in a beginner friendly environment. Taekwondo is … [Read more...] about Free Family Taekwondo at Dix Park (registration required)
Black Genius Fest at Black Wall Street in Durham Feb. 28
Black Genius Fest: Architects of the Dream takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Black Wall Street, West Parrish Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free, family-friendly celebration marking the 100th anniversary of Black History Month. Please register here. Durham's historic Parrish Street will more than 18 interactive exhibitions showcasing creativity, … [Read more...] about Black Genius Fest at Black Wall Street in Durham Feb. 28
Free Youth Nature-Based Mental Health Resilience Workshops in Pittsboro
XDS, a nonprofit supporting healthy development and connection, is hosting FREE weekly, nature-based workshops for youth ages 12-18, focused on connection, belonging, emotional resilience and wellbeing. Learn more here. The workshops take place at The Farm at Penny Lane, 263 Penny Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Wednesdays from February 18 to April 29, 2026, from 4 to 7:20 p.m. The … [Read more...] about Free Youth Nature-Based Mental Health Resilience Workshops in Pittsboro
Celebrate American Heart Month with Raleigh Parks — free fitness, nutrition classes, more…
Raleigh Parks Health & Wellness Programs invites you to prioritize your heart health through several free programs and activities in February, 2026. Enjoy a variety of engaging activities, all designed to support your journey toward a healthier heart and lifestyle. These events are free. Registration is required. Learn about all the programs at raleighnc.gov/heartmonth. Follow the links to … [Read more...] about Celebrate American Heart Month with Raleigh Parks — free fitness, nutrition classes, more…
The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
The Krispy Kreme Challenge was started by NC State students with a passion for running and for doughnuts. The race puts your stomach, not just your legs, to the test. As they say, it is a "unique challenge of both athletic and gastrointestinal skill." The Krispy Kreme Challenge requires participants to run 2.5 miles, starting at the Memorial Belltower on the NC State campus, at 2011 … [Read more...] about The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
