Kids Bowl Free offers a way for kids to bowl for free all spring and summer. Bowling is a fun and engaging way to stay active and beat the heat. It's a sport that can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels, making it a perfect activity for families to do together. Kids Bowl Free Kids Bowl Free is a free summer bowling for kids. Registered children can bowl 2 games a day for free, all … [Read more...] about Kids Bowl Free all spring and summer in 2026
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NC Courage Watch Party at LGBT Center of Raleigh — free swag and a visit from Roary
LGBT Center of Raleigh, 128 E Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an NC Courage watch party, as they take on Racing Louisville game on May 23, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. This is a free event, but donations are welcome. A representative from NC Courage will be on site giving away swag, and their mascot Roary will also make an appearance! The North Carolina Courage competes int he … [Read more...] about NC Courage Watch Party at LGBT Center of Raleigh — free swag and a visit from Roary
2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships at Lake Wheeler Park — free for spectators
The Atlantic Coast Conference Women's Rowing Championships will take place at Lake Wheeler Park, 6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, May 15 and 16, 2026. The event is free to all spectators. The competition will take place from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. each day, with the award ceremony on 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. This event is co-sponsored by UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University, ACC, Greater Raleigh … [Read more...] about 2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships at Lake Wheeler Park — free for spectators
Pop Up Skate Park at Dix Park May 16
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
Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 24
The Town of Apex is presenting Sushi & Sumo, as part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, on Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Apex Community Park Volleyball Courts, Apex Community Park Drive, Apex, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather on the original event. This is a free event. Raijin Sumo, a North Carolina based … [Read more...] about Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 24
Discounts on Carolina Hurricanes gear
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Get ready for the Eastern Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs with the Carolina Hurricanes! with discounts on certain Carolina Hurricanes jerseys, hoodies, sweatshirts, scarves and more. In addition, use promo code 39SHIP and get free shipping on orders over $39, for a limited time. Or, if you're seeing this on May 10, get 25% off with code MOMS. You can't use both, though. Also, some … [Read more...] about Discounts on Carolina Hurricanes gear
Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike
Raleigh Parks and Oaks and Spokes hold frequent Learn to Ride events. Registration is required. Volunteers will help participants gain a sense of balance and control on a bicycle, without training wheels, by using the balance bike method. A balance bike is a bike with the pedals removed, which allows riders to steady themselves using their feet. Participants ages 5+ are welcome. A balance … [Read more...] about Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike
Bike Rodeo at Chavis Park May 6, part of Bike Month
May is Bike Month and there are events all over the Triangle aimed at celebrating bike riding and encouraging more people to ride. In Raleigh, several organizations, including Oaks and Spokes, The City of Raleigh, Downtown Raleigh Alliance and more, are coming together to present Bike Month events, most of which are free. Here's a list of events on The City of Raleigh's page. Check out a … [Read more...] about Bike Rodeo at Chavis Park May 6, part of Bike Month
Art Putt: free pop-up mini-golf in Raleigh starting May 1
This spring and summer you can play mini-golf on the most imaginative and artistic course around...for free! Downtown Raleigh Alliance is debuting ArtPutt on Friday, May 1, 2026, and it will be around all spring and summer, until September 30, 2026. This year it will be at Bloc[83] Courtyard, 621 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Play for free any day, from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Use … [Read more...] about Art Putt: free pop-up mini-golf in Raleigh starting May 1
Raleigh Kidical Mass: Kid-focused group bike rides
Oaks & Spokes is hosting Kidical Mass -- family-friendly, kid-focused group bike rides. It's free to participate. At each of these rides, there will be a pre-ride party, and a midpoint stop to enjoy a sweet treat. You can see the route for each of these rides, and more information, here. Kidical Mass Bike Rides Friday, March 27, 20265:30 p.m.: Pre-ride party6 p.m.: Ride startsStart and … [Read more...] about Raleigh Kidical Mass: Kid-focused group bike rides
