Shop for retro finds at Fall Back Vintage Market on Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. It takes place at Raleigh Iron Works, 1101 East Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. On Saturday, early bird tickets are available for $10. Early bird tickets grant you admission from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. There will be 40+ vendors, Bad … [Read more...] about Fall Back Vintage Market at Raleigh Iron Works March 7-8
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Historic Raleigh Trolley Tours return March 7 for weekly tours
The Historic Raleigh Trolley takes visitor through Downtown Raleigh to see historic sites and landmarks and to learn about the community and culture of Raleigh since its founding in 1792. On Saturdays from March to December, the trolley departs from Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street. Tours start at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. The first day for tours in 2026 is March … [Read more...] about Historic Raleigh Trolley Tours return March 7 for weekly tours
Violinist Omar Ruiz-Lopez at Carolina Theatre’s Family Saturday Series March 7 — just $5 a ticket
Carolina Theatre, at 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, is presenting Family Saturday Series, with performances perfect for all ages. These music, storytelling, dance, and magic performances will introduce young audiences to the magic of live performances, but will also be enjoyable to the older members of the family. The Family Saturday Series will take place once a month, from August, 2025, … [Read more...] about Violinist Omar Ruiz-Lopez at Carolina Theatre’s Family Saturday Series March 7 — just $5 a ticket
The Carrboro Really Really Free Market first Saturday of every month
The Carrboro Really Really Free Market is just what it sounds like. A market where people bring what they want to give, and take what they find useful. Nothing is bought, sold or bartered for. You might find toys, books, clothing, DVDs, cupcakes.... It takes the first Saturday of the month at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit … [Read more...] about The Carrboro Really Really Free Market first Saturday of every month
Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse, 2700 North Roxboro Street in Durham, has a mission of reaching out to the community and providing a safe, clean, peaceful atmosphere for people to come and enjoy a good cup of coffee, music, games and fun. Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse is an outreach ministry of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Everything, from the music to the coffee and desserts, is on a donation … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
Raleigh’s Women’s Market in Moore Square March 8
Pomona Pop Ups is hosting Raleigh's Women's Market on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Moore Square, 201 Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Spend the day shopping a curated lineup of local female makers, artists, and vendors, enjoying women-owned food trucks, and soaking in live performances by female musicians. … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Women’s Market in Moore Square March 8
Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a special swim event on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Homestead Aquatic Center, 300 Aquatic Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dive for Gold in the swimming pool and search for hidden gold coins. This event is for ages 3 to 10. Admission is $10 for Chapel Hill residents and $15 for non-residents. Register … [Read more...] about Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
4th Annual Women’s Day Expo in Raleigh March 14
The International Women's Day Expo takes place Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at McKimmon Conference and Training Station at NC State, 1101 Gorman St, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This will be a dynamic one-day experience celebrating women entrepreneurs, leaders, creatives, and change-makers from across North Carolina and beyond. Secretary of State Elaine … [Read more...] about 4th Annual Women’s Day Expo in Raleigh March 14
Wheels on Academy, including Touch-a-Truck, in Cary May 16
Wheels on Academy takes place on North Academy Street, in Cary, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out the cars of yesteryear, as well as some of today's modern hot rods and exotic cars. Wheels on Academy also features: It's free to attend and free to register your car! Interested in showing your car at Wheels? To be considered for awards, … [Read more...] about Wheels on Academy, including Touch-a-Truck, in Cary May 16
Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
Morehead Planetarium + Science Center frequently facilitates skywatching sessions, during which guests can look through telescopes at the night sky and learn about what they're seeing. Sometimes Morehead Planetarium is joined by other groups, who also help with the event. In general these are free events. Upcoming Skywatching Events Skywatching at Little River Regional ParkFriday, March … [Read more...] about Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
