Celebrate Pollinator Week at An Afternoon in the Garden at Apex Nature Park Pollinator Garden, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. This free event takes place Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. This free event features: The Pollinator Garden at Apex Nature Park is a sanctuary for bees, butterflies and other pollinators. It provides water sources, food, and habitat through a … [Read more...] about An Afternoon in the Garden at Apex Nature Park Pollinator Garden June 27
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Dojo Day at Waverly Place: Sumo demo, origami, performances, more…
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Dojo Day on May 31, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Experience the flavors, art and traditions of Japan. This is a free event. What to Expect Live Performances Experiences Raffle Food and Drinks Vendors Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Dojo Day at Waverly Place: Sumo demo, origami, performances, more…
Pittsboro Summer Fest May 31
Pittsboro's Summer Fest is taking place Sunday, May 31, 2026, 2 to 6 p.m., on Hillsboro Street in Downtown Pittsboro, North Carolina. This is a free event. This event features: … [Read more...] about Pittsboro Summer Fest May 31
Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Wake Forest's Six Sundays in Spring concert series is back in 2026. The free, family-friendly concert series will take place every Sunday from April 26 to May 31, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The concerts will feature music from a wide variety of genres. Six Sundays in Spring Concert Schedule 2026 Info about … [Read more...] about Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow May 30
The annual Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow will be held at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at Harvey Hill at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's open to the public and free to attend. Presented in partnership with Triangle Native American Society, experience a day of competition dancing and drumming, … [Read more...] about Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow May 30
STEAM Lab for kids May 16 and 30
Durham Parks and Recreation is offering STEAM Lab to kids ages 5-8 on May 16 and 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina. Registration is required. This interactive class introduces children to the exciting world of STEAM through hands-on projects and challenges. Participants will engage in simple engineering tasks, … [Read more...] about STEAM Lab for kids May 16 and 30
Around the World, Raleigh Festival May 30
MAKRS is presenting the inaugural Around the World, Raleigh Festival on May 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Bount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This festival is free to attend. Around the World, Raleigh celebrates food and cultures from around the globe. It will consist of regional "neighborhood." Walk through Africa, Asia, South America and other areas of the … [Read more...] about Around the World, Raleigh Festival May 30
Compassion Day at St. Matthew Baptist Church on May 30: Free food, haircuts, clothing, and much more
St. Matthew Baptist Church, 5410 Louisburg Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, along with Lost Sheep Outreach Ministry, is hosting Compassion Day on May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome. This is a FREE event offering a myriad of FREE resources for the community. In addition to all the resources below, there will be face painting and entertainment to make this a fun day for all! … [Read more...] about Compassion Day at St. Matthew Baptist Church on May 30: Free food, haircuts, clothing, and much more
Free Community Cookout at former DMV site in Raleigh on May 30
The City of Raleigh is hosting a FREE Community Cookout on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., across from the former DMV site, 207 S State Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Come enjoy grilled food, shaved ice, live music, bounce houses, face painting, and more. Kids can enjoy activities and fill a goodie bucket with toys and candy. City staff will also be on-site to share … [Read more...] about Free Community Cookout at former DMV site in Raleigh on May 30
988 & Skate on May 30: Free Mental Wellness Skate Block Party, including free haircuts and more
On Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m., Conlon Family Skate Park, 905 US-401, Raleigh, North Carolina, will transform into a vibrant celebration of hope, healing, and wheels for all. Reggie Winston, founder of The Bar Ber Shop N.C., The Mobile Barber Truck, and the nonprofit Grooming Resources and Opportunities (GRO) 501(c)(3), present 988 and Skate, a unique and free community … [Read more...] about 988 & Skate on May 30: Free Mental Wellness Skate Block Party, including free haircuts and more
