Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, and cash prizes will be awarded based on public voting and a jury panel of experts. Be sure to vote to help select the $10,000 People's Choice … [Read more...] about Uproar Festival of Public Art in Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Hillsborough
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Hops Vintage Night Market at House of Hops, Glenwood on July 25
House of Hops is a family-owned craft beer retail store. It features over 300 bottles and canned beers, and 24 rotating draft beers. They fill clean 32 ounce and 64 ounce growlers. House of Hops has two locations in Raleigh and one in Pittsboro. House of Hops hosts events, mostly trivia, throughout the week. You can find updates on their website calendar or the Facebook pages for each … [Read more...] about Hops Vintage Night Market at House of Hops, Glenwood on July 25
Wake Forest Comic-Con August 23: free event at new location
Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is partnering with Play4Life Comics to present this event. Admission is FREE. The event features a dynamic showcase of: Wake Forest Comic-Con is … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con August 23: free event at new location
Two Roosters Ice Cream: Each shop celebrating a different decade, with special treats and activities
Two Roosters Ice Cream is celebrating its birthday from July 15 to 20, 2025, as well as National Ice Cream Day on July 20. Each of its shops will be celebrating a different decade, with decorations and a special themed ice cream creation. Then on July 20, 2025, each shop will host a special event. Read on for details from each shop! And check Two Roosters Ice Cream Facebook for … [Read more...] about Two Roosters Ice Cream: Each shop celebrating a different decade, with special treats and activities
Krispy Kreme Birthday: 88¢ for dozen doughnuts when you buy a dozen July 18
Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 88th birthday with a great deal on Friday, July 18, 2025. Buy any dozen doughnuts at participating shops and get a dozen classic Original Glazed Doughnuts for 88¢. The offer is available in-shop or online. If you order online, use promo code BDAY at checkout. Limit two redemptions per guest in-store and drive-thru, and one redemption per guest … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Birthday: 88¢ for dozen doughnuts when you buy a dozen July 18
Downtown Cary Park: Single Mingle-SPLASH! July 18
Downtown Cary Park is the new central gathering spot for the Town of Cary. It officially opened in November, 2023, and has already been the site for festivals, holiday events, and performances. It's a draw during the holiday season, with festive light displays and a free ice skating rink. The park will be home to varied programming, including art exhibitions, performances, concerts, … [Read more...] about Downtown Cary Park: Single Mingle-SPLASH! July 18
Sixx at The Mixx: Free standup comedy show at The Mixx July 18
The Mixx, at 5800 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a bottle shop that offers craft beer, hard cider, hard kombucha, hard seltzer, craft cannabis drinks, and wine. The Mixx hosts events, such as live music, tastings and comedy nights. You can see upcoming events at bottlemixx.com/events or on their Facebook page. Here is one upcoming event: Sixx at the Mixx: Comedy Night at … [Read more...] about Sixx at The Mixx: Free standup comedy show at The Mixx July 18
Free women’s self-defense class at Strike Martial Arts July 18
Women are invited to a free self-defense class on Friday, July 18, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Strike Martial Arts, 101 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. Join Strike Martial arts for a powerful, confidence-building evening where you'll learn practical, real-world self-defense techniques from experienced instructors in a safe, supportive environment. This FREE class is designed … [Read more...] about Free women’s self-defense class at Strike Martial Arts July 18
Skate for Ukraine at Polar Ice Wake Forest July 18 — Ukrainian Bazaar and Bakery, and more…
Ukrainian Association of North Carolina is presenting Skate for Ukraine on Friday, July 18, 2025, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., at Polar Ice Wake Forest, 1839 S Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The event benefits Ukraine. Ice skating is from 7 to 9 p.m. You can pre-purchase ice skating tickets online, but walk-ins are welcome too. A portion of public skating admission proceeds will be … [Read more...] about Skate for Ukraine at Polar Ice Wake Forest July 18 — Ukrainian Bazaar and Bakery, and more…
Summer Fridays at Wedgewood: Free wine and cheese tastings
Wedgewood Cheese Bar, 100B Brewer Lane, Carrboro, North Carolina, is hosting FREE Wine and cheese tastings this summer. Every Friday from 3 to 5 p.m., stop by for complimentary pours from Wedgewood's favorite wine partners, perfectly paired with cheese samples. It kicks off Friday, July 18, 2025, in honor of National Wine & Cheese Day and runs through August 29. Come sip, snack and … [Read more...] about Summer Fridays at Wedgewood: Free wine and cheese tastings
