Chicken Salad Chick has declared July 16, 2026, to be National Chicken Salad Day. To mark the occasion, they're celebrating on July 16 by offering guests a free scoop offer in the Chicken Salad Chick app, plus exclusive merch giveaways. Download the app and join the rewards program and you'll get an offer for a scoop (any flavor!) on July 16, 2026. You'll have 30 days to redeem the … [Read more...] about Chicken Salad Day at Chicken Salad Chick on July 16: Free scoop
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DQ offering free Dilly Bars with $1 purchase for National Ice Cream Day (but all week!)
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 19, 2026, but you don't have to wait until Sunday to celebrate with a freebie. DQ is offering Rewards members a FREE Dilly Bar starting July 13, 2026, with any order of $1 or more. The deal will be available through July 19, but you can redeem the freebie just once in that time period. Dilly Bars are made with vanilla soft serve and dipped in a crunchy … [Read more...] about DQ offering free Dilly Bars with $1 purchase for National Ice Cream Day (but all week!)
Third Friday Cooldown in the Durham Visitor Info Center July 17: free Italian Ice
On Friday, July 17, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., stop by the Durham Visitors Center, at 212 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, and cool down with a FREE scoop of CocoCrissy Italian Ice, while supplies last. Enjoy the sweet treat and the air conditioning, while planning your Third Friday route. Learn about all the happenings this weekend, nearby bites and brews, and get recommendations from … [Read more...] about Third Friday Cooldown in the Durham Visitor Info Center July 17: free Italian Ice
National Hot Dog Day Deals July 15
National Hot Dog Day is Wednesday, July 15, 2025. Learn about some of the popular hot dog restaurants in the Triangle, as well as some special deals for National Hot Dog Day. Please keep checking back! And if you know of a great National Hot Dog Day deal, let us know at info@triangleonthecheap.com, and we will try to add it to the list! If you run a local hot dog business, I'd especially love … [Read more...] about National Hot Dog Day Deals July 15
Last day of Lowe’s Buy One Get One (or two!) sale on power tools and more!
Check back soon for more deals! … [Read more...] about Last day of Lowe’s Buy One Get One (or two!) sale on power tools and more!
National Hot Dog Day Celebration at State Farmers Market July 15 — free Footlong Bright Leaf hot dogs
State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a National Hot Dog Day celebration on Wednesday, June 15, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bright Leaf Hot Dogs will be there giving out FREE footlong hot dogs, while supplies last. Enjoy them with Bone Suckin' Mustard! The celebration will also feature giveaways. … [Read more...] about National Hot Dog Day Celebration at State Farmers Market July 15 — free Footlong Bright Leaf hot dogs
Take What You Need at Once Upon a Child Cary July 15
Once Upon a Child Cary, 1241 NW Maynard Road, Cary, North Carolina, is holding a special event, Take What You Need, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Every customer is invited to choose up to 10 FREE marked clearance items, with no purchase required, while supplies last. The stores hours on Wednesday are 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., but if you come early you'll have more selection. This event was … [Read more...] about Take What You Need at Once Upon a Child Cary July 15
Jolly Weird: Christmas in July at CCB Plaza July 17
Downtown Durham, Inc., and Weird Productions are presenting Jolly Weird during Third Friday on July 17, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham North Carolina. You can expect: … [Read more...] about Jolly Weird: Christmas in July at CCB Plaza July 17
Bicentennial Folklife Festival 50th Anniversary Pop-Up July 17
Fifty years ago, during the July Fourth weekend of 1976, Durham joined communities across the nation in celebrating America’s Bicentennial. At West Point on the Eno, residents gathered for a festival showcasing traditional North Carolina arts, music, crafts, and culture. To mark the 50th anniversary of this memorable event, the Museum of Durham History has partnered with organizers of the … [Read more...] about Bicentennial Folklife Festival 50th Anniversary Pop-Up July 17
Third Friday Art Gallery Reception at Durham Arts Council July 17
Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Third Friday Art Gallery Reception on Friday, July 17, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. Celebrate two NEW exhibitions at Durham Arts Council. Da Da Da: Trios by Jennifer CliftonThrough sculpture, drawing, and installation, Jennifer Clifton explores repetition, pattern, and connection, inviting viewers to … [Read more...] about Third Friday Art Gallery Reception at Durham Arts Council July 17
