The Town of Knightdale is presenting a new annual event, Pickin' in the Park, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. Admission is free. Get ready to enjoy some delicious barbecue and awesome music! PRIME Barbecue, in collaboration with the Town of Knightdale, will be bringing together an incredible lineup of … [Read more...] about Pickin’ in the Park in Knightdale May 16
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Pop Up Skate Park at Dix Park May 16
Skate Raleigh is bringing a Pop Up Skate Park to Gipson Play Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This free all-ages, all-skill-level event welcomes beginners and experienced skaters alike. Real skate features will be set up in the park, with instructors and volunteers on hand to offer tips, support, and encouragement. Whether … [Read more...] about Pop Up Skate Park at Dix Park May 16
HBOT4Heroes Charity Motorcycle Ride, with post-ride party (music and free food!) for everyone May 16
HBOT 4 Heroes is a charity motorcycle ride starting and ending at Raging Bull Harley-Davidson, 300 Muldee Street, Durham. North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 10 a.m. This ride raises money to help prevent veteran suicide. This is a 60-mile police-escorted ride. The cost is $25 per rider and $15 per passenger during pre-registration, and $30/$20 the day of the ride. Register … [Read more...] about HBOT4Heroes Charity Motorcycle Ride, with post-ride party (music and free food!) for everyone May 16
Oak City Voices: Sing a Song of Shakespeare May 16
Oak City Voices is presenting Sing a Song of Shakespeare on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 5 p.m., at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh, 3313 Wade Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for youth and seniors. Tickets are free for kids under age 13. Music plays an important role in Shakespeare’s work, with around 100 songs across the 39 plays. Yet, almost … [Read more...] about Oak City Voices: Sing a Song of Shakespeare May 16
Grace-Filled Free Market at Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church rescheduled to May 16
Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church, 4926 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a Grace Filled Free Market on May 16, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast for May 2. All are welcome. Everything is free! Announced on Facebook. If you'd like to donate events ahead of time, please contact the church. … [Read more...] about Grace-Filled Free Market at Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church rescheduled to May 16
Open Houses at Children’s Art Classes of Raleigh in May
Children's Art Classes of Raleigh, at 6119 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating its grand opening by hosting open houses every Saturday in May, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You’re invited to celebrate the grand opening of Children’s Art Classes of Raleigh with a free, family-friendly open house. Come tour this brand-new, fully stocked art studio designed just for kids ages … [Read more...] about Open Houses at Children’s Art Classes of Raleigh in May
Raleigh Twilight Market at Smoky Hollow: vendors, live DJs, more on May 16
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRs Society is presenting Raleigh Twilight Market on the 3rd Saturday of each month, from March to December, 2026, at Smoky Hollow, 421 N Harrington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It does not take place in … [Read more...] about Raleigh Twilight Market at Smoky Hollow: vendors, live DJs, more on May 16
Plant Swap at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP May 16, more
The Glass Jug Beer Lab, RTP is at 5410 NC Highway 55, Suite V, Durham. This location is a retail craft beer and wine store with an on-site microbrewery, bar, and event space. Their outdoor beer garden hosts all sorts of events like live music, trivia, food trucks, and more. You can find The Glass Jug Beer Lab's RTP events on their Facebook page. You can also check their website … [Read more...] about Plant Swap at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP May 16, more
Cars and Coffee Raleigh: Exotic & Classic Car Show May 16
Cars and Coffee Raleigh hosts car shows at various locations in the Triangle. The shows are family and pet friendly, and are free to attend. Follow Cars and Coffee Raleigh on Facebook for announcements about the shows. Exotic and Classic Car Show and MarketSaturday, May 16, 20269 a.m. to 12 p.m.Boxyard RTP900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, NCFree For this day only, Boxyard RTP is opening … [Read more...] about Cars and Coffee Raleigh: Exotic & Classic Car Show May 16
Wake County Smart Start Block Party May 16 — free food, free books, more…
The annual Wake County Smart Start Block Party takes place Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Roberts Park, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event designed for young children (ages 0-5) and their families. The activities will be geared toward children up to age 5, but there will be some activities for their older siblings as well. Please … [Read more...] about Wake County Smart Start Block Party May 16 — free food, free books, more…
