The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Chestnut Carnival on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. This family event features: … [Read more...] about Chestnut Carnival at The Plant in Pittsboro Nov. 16
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Free Thanksgiving Food Giveaway at Kingdom Life Church Nov. 15
Kingdom Life Church, at 2425 East Garner Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Thanksgiving Food Giveaway on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 11 a.m. The church announced the giveaway on Facebook. Look for updates on their Facebook page. They'll be giving away 100 Bags of Blessings. First come, first served. One bag per car. No exceptions. … [Read more...] about Free Thanksgiving Food Giveaway at Kingdom Life Church Nov. 15
Liberty Arts’ 9th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 15
On Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Liberty Arts will be holding their 9th Annual Iron Pour in the middle of Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to watch this, and it's amazing. Please RSVP on the Eventbrite page. Please consider making a donation. They'll be pouring 4,000 pounds of molten iron (3,000 degrees!) into molds. Think … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts’ 9th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 15
Fishing Frenzy at Lake Benson Boathouse in Garner Nov. 15
Cast a line and join the fun at Lake Benson Boathouse, 975 Buffaloe Road, Garner, North Carolina. Enjoy a relaxing morning of self-guided fishing at Fishing Frenzy on November 16, 2025. There's no fee to participate, but anyone 16 or older must have a valid NC fishing license. Information and registration at garner.recdesk.com/Community/Calendar. Adults (ages 16 and up) can register for … [Read more...] about Fishing Frenzy at Lake Benson Boathouse in Garner Nov. 15
Fall Clothing Swap at The Rheu Co. in Durham Nov. 14-15
The Rheu Co. Sewing Studio, at 618 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, alters clothing and creates custom projects. On November 14 and 15, 2025, they're hosting their fall clothing swap. This is a great way to update your wardrobe and keep items out of the landfill. This event was announced on Facebook. It takes place: Admission is $10, but if you drop off items by 5 p.m. on … [Read more...] about Fall Clothing Swap at The Rheu Co. in Durham Nov. 14-15
Truck Day at Bright Horizons in Cary on Nov. 15
Bright Horizons, at 800 Weston Parkway, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Truck Day on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Admission is free. The event features trucks of all kinds, as well as food trucks, vendors, music, interactive exhibits, and more. 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. will be sensory friendly, with no lights or noise. … [Read more...] about Truck Day at Bright Horizons in Cary on Nov. 15
Parkwood Fall Festival Nov. 15
Bring the whole family to the Parkwood Fall Festival on November 15, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Parkwood Ballfield, 5124 Revere Road, Durham, North Carolina. This free event features: … [Read more...] about Parkwood Fall Festival Nov. 15
Jingle Bell Express Craft Fair at Wendell Baptist Church Nov. 15
Wendell Baptist Church, 2651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting Jingle Bell Express Craft Fair on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It's free to attend. Shop from 30+ vendors for a start on Christmas shopping. The event is indoors in the large fellowship hall. Enter off Pine Street, at the intersection of Mattox Street. Food and gift wrapping available. … [Read more...] about Jingle Bell Express Craft Fair at Wendell Baptist Church Nov. 15
Holidays Around the World — A Hallmark Christmas Nov. 15
NC Vibes is hosting Holidays Around the World -- A Hallmark Christmas on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Sweetwater, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Holidays Around the World — A Hallmark Christmas Nov. 15
Teen Vendor Market at Dix Park Nov. 15
Teen makers, artists and entrepreneurs are showcasing their creations at a Teen Vendor Market at Dix Park on November 15, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. This market will take place at Gipson Play Plaza, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Shop from over two dozen creative and industrious teens. … [Read more...] about Teen Vendor Market at Dix Park Nov. 15
