The Plant and Fullsteam Brewery are presenting their first Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, August 31, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m. Celebrate the pawpaw tree! The event features: … [Read more...] about Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant Aug. 31
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Krispy Kreme collaborates with Crocs, including a free doughnut if you wear Crocs Aug. 9
In one of the more interesting collaborations of late, Krispy Kreme is collaborating with Crocs. Read on to learn about the Krispy Kreme themed Crocs, Krispy Kreme themed Jibbitz charms, the special dozen doughnuts, and one free doughnut! Starting August 5, 2025, you will be able to purchase limited edition Krispy Kreme themed Crocs, as well as oversized Jibbitz charms of the Original Glazed … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme collaborates with Crocs, including a free doughnut if you wear Crocs Aug. 9
Fall Festival and Plant Sale at Briggs Avenue Community Garden in Durham Sept. 13
Briggs Avenue Community Garden, which is owned and operated by NCSU-Cooperative Extension-Durham County, is holding its fall festival and plant sale on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Donations are appreciated. The garden is at 1314 S. Briggs Avenue, Durham, NC. The plants are very affordable. They are all $3! In addition to the plant sale, … [Read more...] about Fall Festival and Plant Sale at Briggs Avenue Community Garden in Durham Sept. 13
Family Saturday Series at Carolina Theatre in Durham — Durham Raga Revival Aug. 9 — just $5 a ticket
Carolina Theatre, at 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, is presenting Family Saturday Series, with performances perfect for all ages. These music, storytelling, dance, and magic performances will introduce young audiences to the magic of live performances, but will also be enjoyable to the older members of the family. The Family Saturday Series will take place once a month, from August, 2025, … [Read more...] about Family Saturday Series at Carolina Theatre in Durham — Durham Raga Revival Aug. 9 — just $5 a ticket
National Frozen Custard Day: Three deals at Freddy’s Aug 8-10
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating National Frozen Custard Day from August 8 to 10, 2025, by offering three special deals at participating locations. From August 8 to 10, 2025, get these deals (one time each): Each of the three offers is valid for one-time use for dine-in, drive-thru or Freddy’s app orders. Each of the three offers is valid for one-time use for … [Read more...] about National Frozen Custard Day: Three deals at Freddy’s Aug 8-10
Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
We've put together a list of Christmas trains throughout North Carolina. For attractions outside of the Triangle, we've indicated the number of miles it is from Raleigh. Please adjust the distance from your own starting point. Caveat: Not all of these train rides are cheap. Some of these are pretty pricey. But we're including them anyway, because they are so popular. Also, please note … [Read more...] about Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
La Fiesta Del Pueblo returns to Downtown Raleigh Sept. 21
La Fiesta del Pueblo is Triangle's largest and most diverse Latin American festival. It takes place Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., on Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. It's free to attend. The festival features: … [Read more...] about La Fiesta Del Pueblo returns to Downtown Raleigh Sept. 21
Free days at museums in the Triangle
The Triangle area of North Carolina is rich with museums but you don't need riches to visit them because many are free. And some that aren't free offer free days. Raleigh, especially, as the state capital, has many free museum offerings, but you'll find some in Durham and Chapel Hill as well. Keep in mind that all the free museums welcome donations. Raleigh North Carolina Museum of … [Read more...] about Free days at museums in the Triangle
The Oak City Salsa Social Aug. 6! FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series
The Oak City Salsa Social is a live music and dance series that takes place the 1st Wednesday of the month, from June to November, 2025, at Transfer Co. Ballroom, 500 E Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At each of these events there will be a dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. followed by live music and dancing from 8 to 10 p.m. There will be a Red Carpet Photo Booth, and food and drinks will be … [Read more...] about The Oak City Salsa Social Aug. 6! FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series
Mosaic Market, with live music: Popcorn Blue Band on Aug. 6
Mosaic holds the Mosaic Market once a month at The Works Yard, 367 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, North Carolina. The market features artisan crafts, fresh produce and a vibrant community atmosphere, including live music. It takes place the first Wednesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. The markets are currently scheduled through October 1, 2025. Look for updates at … [Read more...] about Mosaic Market, with live music: Popcorn Blue Band on Aug. 6
