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
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
National Mac and Cheese Day deals July 14
National Mac & Cheese Day is July 14, 2026. As if you needed a reminder to indulge in the ultimate comfort food! We're compiling a list of freebies and deals in the Triangle in honor of National Mac and Cheese Day. Please remember that participation may vary at chains and franchises. Mac and Cheese Day Deals We'll be adding more if we hear about any last minute … [Read more...] about National Mac and Cheese Day deals July 14
Free Soul Line Dance Class with Rhonda at Fenton July 14
Enjoy a FREE Soul Line Dance class with Calientebabe Dance and Fitness on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at Fenton Square by Paragon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina. Soul Line Dance is a high-energy dance class where step sequences are taught to R&B, Soul, and Southern Soul music, then executed by the group in unison for fun and fitness. No experience necessary … [Read more...] about Free Soul Line Dance Class with Rhonda at Fenton July 14
Dress like a cow for free entrée on Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-fil-A July 14
Chick-fil-A is bringing back Cow Appreciation Day on July 14, 2026, for the first time since 2019. Visit a participating Chick-fil-A restaurant, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. dressed like a cow, and get a free entrée. No purchase required. Cow-themed attire required. If you don't have a cow costume handy, here's a cow mask to download! Just click here, print it out and cut out the eyes. Hold it up to … [Read more...] about Dress like a cow for free entrée on Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-fil-A July 14
Flash Sale on Candlelight Concerts — up to 30% off, ends July 13
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Maybe you've heard of Candlelight Concerts but have not attended one yet. The summer heat and humidity make indoor events more enticing, and there are plenty of available tickets — but see the discounts below before you buy! The Candlelight Concerts are known not just for the music, but for the intimate atmosphere and beautiful settings you’ll enjoy at each one. The concerts themselves take … [Read more...] about Flash Sale on Candlelight Concerts — up to 30% off, ends July 13
Day by Day List of Outdoor Concert Series in the Triangle — Updated for 2026
There's nothing better on a warm evening than listening to music outdoors. We are updating a list of outdoor concert series for 2026 in the Triangle. You'll find live music in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Carrboro, Hillsborough, Wake Forest, and more. Maybe "summer" stretches a little bit into spring and autumn too. Most of these concert series are family friendly. At many you … [Read more...] about Day by Day List of Outdoor Concert Series in the Triangle — Updated for 2026
Sandal Sale at Zappos, including Birkenstock, Nike, Calvin Klein and more
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Free Slurpee at 7-Eleven (and Speedway and Stripes) on 7/11
7-Eleven is celebrating summer and its birthday by giving everyone a free Slurpee on July 11, 2026! Sip the new Mountain Dew Confetti Chill Slurpee or your favorite flavor! On July 11, 2026, 7-Eleven is celebrating the Slurpee’s 60th birthday by giving away a FREE small Slurpee at participating locations. The giveaway is available at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes locations … [Read more...] about Free Slurpee at 7-Eleven (and Speedway and Stripes) on 7/11
Lands End: 50% to 70% off with promo code
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Sunflower Celebration at Dix Park on July 11
Dix Park's Sunflower Field is about to be in peak bloom! The Sunflower Field is FREE to visit and to take pictures at (but don't cut the sunflowers.) The field serves as a massive pollinator habitat for bees, butterflies and other wildlife. During peak bloom, the fields also attract lots of people! You can expect to see many other sunflower-lovers when you visit. After the bloom is over, the … [Read more...] about Sunflower Celebration at Dix Park on July 11
