Museum of Durham History, at 500 W. Main Street between Downtown Durham and Brightleaf Square, is free to visit. It's open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. It's open late for Durham Third Friday. Events at Museum of Durham History Family Fun Day: Where Science Meets HistorySaturday, April 11, 202610 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Join the Museum of Durham History … [Read more...] about Family Fun Day: Where Science Meets History at Museum of Durham History Apr. 11
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 11
The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough presents the annual Revolutionary War Living History Day to commemorate Hillsborough’s Revolutionary history. Re-enactors and activities will be set up throughout the day at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 East King Street. There will be activities at other locations in Hillsborough, as well. Please see below. The event is free and open to the … [Read more...] about Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 11
Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse, 2700 North Roxboro Street in Durham, has a mission of reaching out to the community and providing a safe, clean, peaceful atmosphere for people to come and enjoy a good cup of coffee, music, games and fun. Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse is an outreach ministry of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Everything, from the music to the coffee and desserts, is on a donation … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
Durham Craft Market’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Apr. 11
On Saturday mornings, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. On April 11, 2026, Durham Craft Market is celebrating … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Apr. 11
Letterland Days and Activity Nights at Pullen Park
The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character cutouts will be displayed throughout Pullen Park. Families are invited to visit the park to search for their favorite Letterlanders hidden around the park. This is a free event. This annual … [Read more...] about Letterland Days and Activity Nights at Pullen Park
First Friday Market & Movie Night returns to Moore Square May 1
Raleigh Parks and Get 2 Know Raleigh are hosting First Friday Market & Movie Nights at Moore Square, 200 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. These events will take place the first Friday of the month, from May to November, 2026. Enjoy an outdoor movie, as well as a vendor market, food trucks, free-to-play games, and live music by a local artist. The events take place from 5 to 9 … [Read more...] about First Friday Market & Movie Night returns to Moore Square May 1
Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park in Wake Forest
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is presenting Family Movies at Joyner Park once a month from May to August, 2026. The movie are free to attend and you don't have to make a reservation. Vendors might be selling food. You're also welcome to bring your own food. No alcohol is allowed. Please bring your blanket and/or chairs. Pre-show children's activities … [Read more...] about Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park in Wake Forest
Museum of Life and Science free for Durham residents Apr. 10 and 19
Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. The exhibits explore a wide range of scientific fields -- physics, zoology, aerospace, weather, sound, and more -- all in a fun, hands-on way. Read on to learn all about the museum, or … [Read more...] about Museum of Life and Science free for Durham residents Apr. 10 and 19
Lake Wheeler Invitational — women’s intercollegiate rowing event on April 24-25
The Lake Wheeler Invitational is an annual intercollegiate women’s rowing event co-hosted by Duke University and the University of North Carolina. It takes place at Lake Wheeler Park, 6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on April 24 and 25, 2026. Spectators are welcome! There's no admission charge, but parking is $20. If you'd like to volunteer, parking is free all weekend. … [Read more...] about Lake Wheeler Invitational — women’s intercollegiate rowing event on April 24-25
Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
Saturdays in Saxapahaw is a free outdoor concert series that takes place outside of Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Rd., Saxapahaw, North Carolina. The series is every Saturday from May 2 to August 29, 2026. At each event there will be a farmers' market and food trucks from 5 to 8 p.m. The music starts at 6 p.m. The only exception to the time listed above is the first date. … [Read more...] about Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
