University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hosting an art history lecture on March 5, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 112 Davie Hall, 235 E Cameron Avenue, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The lecture is free and open to the community. The speaker will be Dr. Kency Cornejo, of UCLA. The topic is "Reimagining Liberation: Visual Disobedience in Central American Art." A weeknight or … [Read more...] about Lecture in Art History at UNC with Dr. Kency Cornejo– open to community
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
“Metal Hamlet” with Wake Tech Performing Arts Club — free admission
Wake Tech Performing Arts Club is presenting Metal Hamlet. "Metal Hamlet” is a student-directed and adapted take on Shakespeare's Hamlet with a grungy metal exterior. Based loosely on several scripts and improvisation, actors devise lines and create their own version of the play, while remaining mostly true to the original plot. This abridged, cynical take on one of Shakespeare's best known … [Read more...] about “Metal Hamlet” with Wake Tech Performing Arts Club — free admission
Mardi Gras Party with Boom Unit Brass Band at Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop
The Pour House Music Hall, 224 South Blount Street, hosts lots of great live music, and most shows are very inexpensive. There are even some free shows. (See below.) The Pour House also has a record store in their upstairs space. It features both new and used vinyl. The record store is open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day, and during select performances. You can also shop online. The … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Party with Boom Unit Brass Band at Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop
Durham Mardi Gras Celebration: parade, live music, more…
Durham celebrates Mardi Gras in a big way. The main event is always on Fat Tuesday, which is March 4, 2025. It will be free. The places you can expect updates are the Bulltown Stutters' Facebook page and Durham Mardi Gras' Facebook page. In addition, there is a family-friendly event the Sunday before Fat Tuesday, at The Scrap Exchange. Read on for details about events on both … [Read more...] about Durham Mardi Gras Celebration: parade, live music, more…
IHOP National Pancake Day — free short stack March 4
IHOP is celebrating National Pancake Day by offering a FREE short stack to all customers on March 4, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., at participating locations. No purchase is required. The short stack contains three buttermilk pancakes. IHOP has been celebrating with this freebie for over 17 years. It's valid for dine-in only. One free short stack per customer. As part of the event, … [Read more...] about IHOP National Pancake Day — free short stack March 4
Krispy Kreme celebrates Mardi Gras with free doughnuts
Adding to the Mardi Gras festivities throughout the Triangle, Krispy Kreme is offering a freebie. On March 4, 2025, customers who wear Mardi Gras beads will enjoy a FREE Original Glazed Doughnut at participating locations — no purchase necessary. The giveaway is available in-shop or at the drive-thru. Limit one complimentary doughnut per person. … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme celebrates Mardi Gras with free doughnuts
Denny’s: All-you-can-eat pancakes on Pancake Day
Denny's is celebrating Pancake Day! On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Denny's is offering all-you-can-eat pancakes for just $6 at participating locations. Or, if you prefer, add a stack of two signature pancakes to any meal for just $2. The all-you-can-eat offer is only available for dine-in. Note: Prices may vary by location, so be sure to double-check before ordering. If you can't get enough … [Read more...] about Denny’s: All-you-can-eat pancakes on Pancake Day
Mac’s Speed Shop Five Points: $2 Burgers on Mondays
Mac's Speed Shop, 1626 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is starting the week off right with a special burger deal. On Monday nights, starting January 6, 2025, Mac's Speed Shop Five Points is launching $2 Burger Nights from 5 to 10 p.m. The promotion is valid until at least the end of May. Build your perfect burgers starting at just $2 with the purchase of any drink. Start with … [Read more...] about Mac’s Speed Shop Five Points: $2 Burgers on Mondays
Free concert by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet March 3
The Ciompi Quartet of Duke University was founded in 1965. Its members are all professors at Duke, where they teach instrumental music, perform across campus and coach chamber music. The current members are Eric Pritchard, Hsiao-mei Ju, Jonathan Bagg and Caroline Stinson. The Ciompi Quartet is performing in several free concerts. Please visit ciompi.org for a complete list of upcoming … [Read more...] about Free concert by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet March 3
Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park March 4
Celebrate Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event. The festivities include: … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park March 4
