Skate Raleigh is bringing a Pop Up Skate Park to Gipson Play Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This free all-ages, all-skill-level event welcomes beginners and experienced skaters alike. Real skate features will be set up in the park, with instructors and volunteers on hand to offer tips, support, and encouragement. Whether … [Read more...] about Pop Up Skate Park at Dix Park May 16
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Wheels on Academy, including Touch-a-Truck, in Cary May 16
Wheels on Academy takes place on North Academy Street, in Cary, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out the cars of yesteryear, as well as some of today's modern hot rods and exotic cars. Wheels on Academy also features: It's free to attend and free to register your car! Interested in showing your car at Wheels? To be considered for awards, … [Read more...] about Wheels on Academy, including Touch-a-Truck, in Cary May 16
Cars and Coffee Raleigh: Exotic & Classic Car Show May 16
Cars and Coffee Raleigh hosts car shows at various locations in the Triangle. The shows are family and pet friendly, and are free to attend. Follow Cars and Coffee Raleigh on Facebook for announcements about the shows. Exotic and Classic Car Show and MarketSaturday, May 16, 20269 a.m. to 12 p.m.Boxyard RTP900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, NCFree For this day only, Boxyard RTP is opening … [Read more...] about Cars and Coffee Raleigh: Exotic & Classic Car Show May 16
Common Roots Fest: Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival May 16
The annual Common Roots: Festival for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month takes place Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free and open to all ages. Enjoy: Check for updates in the Facebook event. What to know Schedule Performances on Center Lawn: … [Read more...] about Common Roots Fest: Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival May 16
Spring Festival at The Can Opener in Durham May 16
The Can Opener, at 205 South Gregson Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Spring Fest on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 12 to 10 p .m. This is a free event, featuring live music, face painting and a balloon artist. The balloon artist and face painting will be going on from 12 to 6 p.m. Music Schedule: … [Read more...] about Spring Festival at The Can Opener in Durham May 16
Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town May Daze Market May 16
Raleigh Retro Gamers is presenting Triangle Town May Daze Market on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. They're bringing in 65+ vendors — retro and modern video games and consoles, Pokémon and TCG favorites, Funko, retro tech, Gundam kits, pop culture collectibles, and one of a kind geeky art … [Read more...] about Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town May Daze Market May 16
Wake County Smart Start Block Party May 16 — free food, free books, more…
The annual Wake County Smart Start Block Party takes place Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Roberts Park, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event designed for young children (ages 0-5) and their families. The activities will be geared toward children up to age 5, but there will be some activities for their older siblings as well. Please … [Read more...] about Wake County Smart Start Block Party May 16 — free food, free books, more…
Lineup announced for Raleigh Wide Open — FREE music festival Oct. 1-3
Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE music festival coming to Raleigh October 2 and 3, 2026, with a kickoff party on October 1. It is presented by PNC Bank and produced by PineCone. Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE street festival, with music on multiple stages, food and drink, art vendors, and family fun. Kickoff Celebration October 1 A free kickoff celebration takes place Thursday, October 1, 2026, at … [Read more...] about Lineup announced for Raleigh Wide Open — FREE music festival Oct. 1-3
Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 16 to August 5, 2026. On each day you'll get the choice of two movies, one at 9:30 a.m. and one at 9:45 a.m. There will be concession specials: A Junior drink and popcorn for $4.50, and a small drink and popcorn … [Read more...] about Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Free kids’ movies this summer at Triangle Cinemas
Triangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus several Fridays, from June 16 to August 20, 2026. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and the movies start at 10 a.m. No outside food or drink permitted. Concessions are available. Summer 2026 Schedule … [Read more...] about Free kids’ movies this summer at Triangle Cinemas
