Bulltánica, a Center for Well-Being, at 105 W Knox Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Cultivating Wellness -- Family Health Festival on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is a free event. This is a family festival for nourishment, movement, rest, creativity, belonging, time in nature and community connections. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Cultivating Wellness — Family Health Festival Aug. 22
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7th Annual Growth NC Back 2 School Bash on Aug. 22
Growth NC and West End Community Foundation are hosting the 7th Annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Lyon Park, 1309 Halley Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. The event features: … [Read more...] about 7th Annual Growth NC Back 2 School Bash on Aug. 22
Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more on Aug. 22
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is presenting a Community Book Bag Giveaway for local students. It takes place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hargraves Community Center, 216 Roberson Street, Chapel Hill. This is a free event and no registration is required. In addition to the annual bookbag give away there will be food, free haircuts and braids, activities, live … [Read more...] about Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more on Aug. 22
Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 22
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, hosts several free or inexpensive events throughout the year. Here's one that's coming up: Brightleaf Harvest DaySaturday, August 22, 202610 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Experience North Carolina farming culture and history at Duke Homestead! We’ll be harvesting our tobacco out of the field and demonstrating the process of tobacco … [Read more...] about Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 22
Vege-Palooza at Weaver Street Market Raleigh on Aug. 22
Weaver Street Raleigh, at 404 West Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Vege-Palooza on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is free to attend. Looking to get more veggies into your diet? Join Vege-Palooza to find out more! Culinary Demonstrations Samplings Kid’s Activities Meet … [Read more...] about Vege-Palooza at Weaver Street Market Raleigh on Aug. 22
Back to School Giveaway at Sanderford Road Park in Raleigh Aug. 22
Raleigh's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is hosting a Back to School Giveaway on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Sanderford Road Park, 2623 Sanderford Road, Raleigh, NC. Come on by and join this fun, free family event. Pick up free back to school supplies for the kids, while supplies last. Child must be present to receive a backpack and school supplies. Check … [Read more...] about Back to School Giveaway at Sanderford Road Park in Raleigh Aug. 22
Chapel Hill Día de Muertos Oct. 25
Chapel Hill's Día de Muertos celebration takes place Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m., at 140 West Franklin Street Plaza, 140 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It's free to attend and open to everyone. Celebrate this holiday with art experiences, vendors, live performances, and more. … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill Día de Muertos Oct. 25
Scrap Exchange celebrates 35rd birthday at Third Friday at CCB Plaza Aug. 21
The Scrap Exchange is celebrating its 35th anniversary at Third Friday Durham on August 21, 2026. There will be lots of festivities at CCB Plaza, 201 N Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 6 to 9 p.m. The Scrap Exchange’s beloved blue mascot, brought to life by Jeghetto’s Entertainment (Tarish Pipkins) will be there, with live music from Emma Jane and also DJ MARRS spinning … [Read more...] about Scrap Exchange celebrates 35rd birthday at Third Friday at CCB Plaza Aug. 21
Dancing at Dix — free square dancing Aug. 21 (registration required)
Dance the night away at Dix! Learn fun, easy dances, meet new people, and enjoy music, movement, and light refreshments. All are welcome! This FREE event takes place from 6 to 8 p.m., at Gipson Play Plaza at Dorothea Dix Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, NC, on these dates: Space is limited and registration is required, at the above links. Grab your dancing shoes and join us for a lively … [Read more...] about Dancing at Dix — free square dancing Aug. 21 (registration required)
24th Annual Kirby Derby August 22
Kirby Derby has been a Raleigh tradition since 2002. It started when two residents of the tiny Pullen Park Terrace neighborhood (just 32 houses!) put together a neighborhood parade. On year five, the "derby" part of the event was added, with a soapbox derby race. An annual theme, a pinebox car competition for kids, costumes and silliness are all part of the tradition. In 2017 the residents of … [Read more...] about 24th Annual Kirby Derby August 22
