Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. This event is free to attend. Pay for food and drink. NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo features: … [Read more...] about NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo at Triangle Town Center Aug. 9
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Create Cary: A Community Art Day at Waverly Place August 9
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Create Cary: A Community Art Day on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. This free event features: … [Read more...] about Create Cary: A Community Art Day at Waverly Place August 9
JCPenney Kids Zone: free crafts for kids and coupons for parents
Bring the kids to JCPenney on the second Saturday of the month for the free, family-friendly JCPenney Kids Zone from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. At each of these events, kids can try a fun craft. They will receive: Parents receive a coupon for 10% off at JC Penney. The coupon CAN be combined with another JCPenney coupon. The coupon is ONLY good the day of the event, and only in-store. Upcoming … [Read more...] about JCPenney Kids Zone: free crafts for kids and coupons for parents
Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Raleigh Fire Museum, 105 Keeter Center Drive in Raleigh, is open just one day a month to the public, although tours can be scheduled other times. If you'd like to just walk in, though, come by the second Saturday of the month, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. It's free to visit. See photos and artifacts that tell the story of the history of firefighting. This is a small museum but it has hundreds … [Read more...] about Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
North Carolina Jerk Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of Jamaican independence and culture. It takes place Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2:30 to 8 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
Smithfield River Rat Regatta August 9: Build and race a cardboard bat on the Neuse River
The Smithfield River Rat Regatta on the Neuse is scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 10 a.m. Rain date is August 23. This is your chance to test your boat-making skills in a race on the Neuse River! Spots are limited. Participants may pre-register at Smithfield Parks & Recreation Department (600 M Durwood Stephenson Pkway., Smithfield, NC 27577) up until Thursday, August 7th. … [Read more...] about Smithfield River Rat Regatta August 9: Build and race a cardboard bat on the Neuse River
Morrisville becomes S’Morrisville and celebrates s’mores August 9
On Saturday, August 9, 2025, Morrisville will become S'Morrisville, as it celebrates the delicious snacks made famous at campfires everywhere. The celebration takes place at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina, from 4 to 6 p.m. Enjoy s'mores and other treats. Activities Park at Morrisville Elementary School, 1519 Morrisville Parkway, … [Read more...] about Morrisville becomes S’Morrisville and celebrates s’mores August 9
Back 2 School Bash at Faith City Church in Clayton Aug. 9
Faith City Church, 581 Guy Road, Clayton, North Carolina, is hosting a Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event. Follow Faith City Church on Facebook for updates. The party includes: … [Read more...] about Back 2 School Bash at Faith City Church in Clayton Aug. 9
The Fall Line in Zebulon — Halloween Small Business Market, Trick-or-Treating and more on Oct. 18
The Fall Line, at 114 North Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, North Carolina, is a bar that offers many events throughout the month. You can find the events on their calendar and Facebook page. Food trucks are on site most days. Upcoming Events Alley-Ween Halloween Small Business Market and Trick or TreatingSaturday, October 18, 20253 to 7 p.m.Free Shop from a market of small businesses. Bring … [Read more...] about The Fall Line in Zebulon — Halloween Small Business Market, Trick-or-Treating and more on Oct. 18
Raleigh Wide Open — new bluegrass festival Oct. 3-4
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Raleigh Wide Open is a new bluegrass festival coming to Raleigh October 3 and 4, 2025. It is presented by PNC Bank and produced by PineCone. Raleigh Wide Open continues the tradition started by IBMA World of Bluegrass, which took place in Raleigh for several years. Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE street festival, with music on multiple stages, food and drink, art vendors, and family fun. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Wide Open — new bluegrass festival Oct. 3-4
