This list is a combination of in-person and virtual events that are happening in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, plus surrounding areas, this week, from Monday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much more. We focus on free and cheap events, but, of course, the definition of … [Read more...] about 127 free and cheap things to do this week in the Triangle
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Taste of Soul NC coming back for 2021
The popular food festival Taste of Soul will be back on June 5th, 2021, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Food will be for sale from some of the best food vendors in the Triangle. Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. Food vendors: Chick n Que Jolly's Catering Baton Rouge Cuisine Tropical Delights Smoothies Spells … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul NC coming back for 2021
Free Earth Day Fly-Thru at Piedmont Wildlife Center
Piedmont Wildlife Center, at 364 Leigh Farm Road, Durham, connects people and nature through outdoor camps, school programs and more. They care for a number of animal ambassadors, including snakes, owls, turtles, hawks, rabbits, and more. Earth Day Fly-Thru takes place Thursday, April 22nd, 2021, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. You can drive through, and see some of the … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Fly-Thru at Piedmont Wildlife Center
Bynum Front Porch Friday Night Music Series returns
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro (Chatham County), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including storytelling, a music series, and a bluegrass jam session, open to all. Bynum Front Porch is a nonprofit that rents the old Bynum General Store, turning it into a community gathering … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch Friday Night Music Series returns
Mondays at Krispy Kreme: free doughnut and coffee
Krispy Kreme has some great deals and freebies! Each of these deals is a way to be sweet to someone -- the community, your friends and neighbors, or yourself! Be Sweet To Your Community Krispy Kreme is encouraging everyone to roll up their sleeves and pitch in to help end the pandemic! From now until the end of 2021, if you show a vaccination card, you can get a free Original … [Read more...] about Mondays at Krispy Kreme: free doughnut and coffee
Durham Drive-In Earth Day Festival and free paper shredding
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting a Drive-In Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 24th, 2021, at Durham County Memorial Stadium Parking Lot, 750 Stadium Drive, Durham. Learn about other Earth Day events in the Triangle. The celebration will feature concerts and conservation talks. The event will take place in shifts: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. to 3 … [Read more...] about Durham Drive-In Earth Day Festival and free paper shredding
Free paper shredding events in the Triangle — updated list
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Shredding your documents is a one way to protect yourself from identity theft and other forms of fraud. Shred pre-approved credit card offers, tax records, employment records, old bills, out-of-date account statements and other personal documents that include confidential information. Several organizations regularly hold free paper shredding events in the Triangle. We will be regularly … [Read more...] about Free paper shredding events in the Triangle — updated list
John Chavis Community Center Memory Lane Tours
Celebrate the life and legacy of the original John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh with a final walking tour of the facility. Take a trip down Chavis’ memory lane visiting various rooms throughout the building displaying memorabilia and souvenirs highlighting a few examples of the people, programs, and activities that helped make John Chavis Memorial Park the … [Read more...] about John Chavis Community Center Memory Lane Tours
Last day: Drive-thru Dino Hunt at Cathis Farm
Cathis Farm, at 5444 Falcon Road, Lillington, NC, in Harnett County, is about an hour southwest of Raleigh, and closer to spots on the southern part of Wake County. Cathis Farm is hosting Dino Hunt from April 16th to 18th, 2021. The cost is $20/car in advance or $30/car at the door. Standard passenger vehicles only. Friday, April 16th: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 17th: 12 p.m. to … [Read more...] about Last day: Drive-thru Dino Hunt at Cathis Farm
10 botanical gardens to visit this spring in the Triangle
The Triangle is home to several very different botanical gardens, each with its own feel and focus. Some are sprawling research gardens that are part of major universities, while some are compact gems. What they all have in common is that they provide a peaceful, relaxing experience and a way to connect with nature. All are free to visit. Whether you're interested in getting ideas for … [Read more...] about 10 botanical gardens to visit this spring in the Triangle
