The Triangle area of North Carolina is rich with museums but you don't need riches to visit them because many are free. And some that aren't free offer free days. Raleigh, especially, as the state capital, has many free museum offerings, but you'll find some in Durham and Chapel Hill as well. Keep in mind that all the free museums welcome donations. Raleigh North Carolina Museum of … [Read more...] about Free days at museums in the Triangle
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
The Oak City Salsa Social Aug. 6! FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series
The Oak City Salsa Social is a live music and dance series that takes place the 1st Wednesday of the month, from June to November, 2025, at Transfer Co. Ballroom, 500 E Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At each of these events there will be a dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. followed by live music and dancing from 8 to 10 p.m. There will be a Red Carpet Photo Booth, and food and drinks will be … [Read more...] about The Oak City Salsa Social Aug. 6! FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series
Mosaic Market, with live music: Popcorn Blue Band on Aug. 6
Mosaic holds the Mosaic Market once a month at The Works Yard, 367 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, North Carolina. The market features artisan crafts, fresh produce and a vibrant community atmosphere, including live music. It takes place the first Wednesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. The markets are currently scheduled through October 1, 2025. Look for updates at … [Read more...] about Mosaic Market, with live music: Popcorn Blue Band on Aug. 6
Summer Vibes Music Series: Shannon Baker & Sometime Soon at Ritter Park in Cary on Aug. 6
The Town of Cary is presenting Summer Vibes Music Series on once a month from June to August, 2025. These free events features live music, food and drink. The events are appropriate for all ages. EG Peters Band -- tropical tunesWednesday, June 25, 20256 to 8 p.m.Jack Smith Park9725 Penny Road, Raleigh, NCFree Adam Lee Decker Band -- flashback feverWednesday, July 16, 20256 to 8 p.m.Davis … [Read more...] about Summer Vibes Music Series: Shannon Baker & Sometime Soon at Ritter Park in Cary on Aug. 6
CatVideoFest: three locations in the Triangle in August
CatVideoFest is a nationwide project that curates the latest and best cat videos, creating a compilation reel that is shown in theaters across the country. CatVideoFest partners with a cat-focused charity near each theater, with proceeds from each show helping that organization. CatVideoFest is showing at three theaters in the Triangle. Here's where to catch it! CatVideoFest in Cary The … [Read more...] about CatVideoFest: three locations in the Triangle in August
Plein Air Drawing and Painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery Aug. 7
Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, for Plein Air drawing and painting. These sessions take place the first Thursday of the month, through December 4, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Dates in 2025: It's free to participate. Led by program coordinator and artist Brianna McCormick, the group will meet … [Read more...] about Plein Air Drawing and Painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery Aug. 7
Free Food Giveaway Pop-Up Schedule for August — in Zebulon Aug. 7
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup kitchens and other organizations that distribute food to those in need. You can find the current schedule of the pop-up markets at foodbankcenc.org/popup-markets. The schedule is usually … [Read more...] about Free Food Giveaway Pop-Up Schedule for August — in Zebulon Aug. 7
The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering
The Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering open to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Estill House at the Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, in North Raleigh. They have compiled songbooks of both classic and popular ukulele songs, but feel free to bring along copies of songs that … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering
Cary Public Safety Day Sep 27
The Cary Police Department is presenting Cary Public Safety Day on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free event will take place along North Academy Street in Downtown Cary, North Carolina. The event is intended to promote awareness, safety and neighborhood unity. What to expect: … [Read more...] about Cary Public Safety Day Sep 27
Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike at Gipson Play Plaza Aug. 27
Raleigh Parks and Oaks and Spokes are holding a free Learn to Ride event on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from 9 to 11 a.m., at Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Registration is required. Registration opens on August 13, 2025, at 12 p.m. Volunteers will help participants gain a sense of balance and control on a bicycle, without training wheels, by using … [Read more...] about Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike at Gipson Play Plaza Aug. 27
