Celebrate the 5th annual Durham Bee Day at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event kicks off National Pollinator Week, which is from June 22 to 26, 2026. Learn all about our local pollinators, why they are important, and how you can help protect them. This will be a free, family friendly event! You can … [Read more...] about Durham Bee Day at Durham Central Park June 13
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Pickleball Palooza at Apex Nature Park on July 17
The Town of Apex is celebrating National Park and Recreation Month with Pickleball Palooza on Friday, July 17, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Apex Nature Park, 2500 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. For one day only, Apex Nature Park will turn into full-on pickleball mania as the tennis courts transform into pickleball courts for free play and social fun. This laid-back, … [Read more...] about Pickleball Palooza at Apex Nature Park on July 17
MrBeast Swarm Spinner Workshop at Lowe’s (space is limited!)
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MrBeast is collaborating with Lowe's to present MrBeast Swarm Workshops for kids. The workshops take place once a month at Lowe's stores. Kids will build their own MrBeast wooden toy. You need to register in advance. If the workshop is filled up, check a different location! The workshops take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $14.95, and includes: MrBeast Swarm Spinner … [Read more...] about MrBeast Swarm Spinner Workshop at Lowe’s (space is limited!)
Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Find plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill and beyond, on this list. Events for all age kids are included, from toddlers to teens, so make sure to follow the links to learn more about each event. You'll also find some events on this list that, while not specifically designed for kids, are kid-friendly and a great way to spend time with the whole … [Read more...] about Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Book Launch Party: POP: Jazzy’s Dreamy Bubbles
Join local educator, author, illustrator, and poet JON|O for the celebration of his new children's book, POP: Jazzy's Dreamy Bubbles. The book launch event takes place at Letters Community Bookshop, 1001 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy a live reading of the book, fun activities and more. After Jazzy is … [Read more...] about Book Launch Party: POP: Jazzy’s Dreamy Bubbles
Carolina ClayFest at Artmosphere in Clayton June 20
Artmosphere, at 3919 Raleigh Road, Clayton, North Carolina, is hosting the first Carolina ClayFest on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free and all ages welcome. Carolina ClayFest is a celebration of all things clay! Follow the Facebook event for updates. ClayFest features: A VIP Raku experience is also available. … [Read more...] about Carolina ClayFest at Artmosphere in Clayton June 20
25 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2026
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Ready to have some fun? Here's a list of free and inexpensive things for kids to do during summer break of 2026. Have you subscribed to Triangle on the Cheap by email? It's the best way to stay up to date on the free and cheap goings-on. Also, follow us on Facebook. What else should be on this list? Let us know and we might add it! Also, make sure to check out list of summer camps in the … [Read more...] about 25 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2026
World Hunger Day in Durham June 7 — awareness event with free giveaways, kids’ activities and more
Durham residents are invited to come together for Durham Hunger Day, a community celebration focused on nourishing our neighbors on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Now in its fifth year, this annual gathering, originally launched in connection with World Hunger Day, has grown into a Durham tradition dedicated to … [Read more...] about World Hunger Day in Durham June 7 — awareness event with free giveaways, kids’ activities and more
Book Harvest Summer Block Party in Durham July 18 — free books for kids of all ages, plus fun activities
Book Harvest is an organization that provides children of all ages with free, culturally inclusive books. The organization has a free event coming up... Book Harvest's Summer Block Party takes place Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 3 to 6 p.m., at Durham Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free and so is parking. Kids of all ages, from infants to high … [Read more...] about Book Harvest Summer Block Party in Durham July 18 — free books for kids of all ages, plus fun activities
Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 26
The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and bounce houses Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on July 26, 2026, from 1 to 8 p.m., at City … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 26
