UNC School of Medicine is presenting a free monthly lecture series, Mini Med School, at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. All ages are welcome. You can also attend on Zoom. More information and a registration link. Mini Med School takes place once a month (usually a Tuesday) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mini Med School Schedule … [Read more...] about Mini Med School — monthly series from UNC School of Medicine
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Days May 14 and 28
Parktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to make sure that there haven't been any changes. On their calendar you can find upcoming food distributions, events and volunteer opportunities. Donations are welcome … [Read more...] about Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Days May 14 and 28
Live After 5: Fireside Collective at Moore Square May 14
Downtown Raleigh Alliance is bringing Live After 5 back in 2026. This year it will take place at rotating locations, on six Thursdays from May 14 to August 13, 2026, at 7 p.m. This family-friendly summer concert series will also include local food trucks and more. Locations Moore Square201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, NC Raleigh Union Station510 W Martin Street, Raleigh, NC Seaboard … [Read more...] about Live After 5: Fireside Collective at Moore Square May 14
Thursday Karaoke at Tap Yard, and more
Tap Yard Raleigh, at 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a neighborhood bar, beer garden, community space and live music venue. It hosts plenty of events every week. You can find upcoming events on their website's calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Tap Yard YogaMondays6:45 to 8:15 p.m.Pay-what-you-can Whether you’re a seasoned yogi … [Read more...] about Thursday Karaoke at Tap Yard, and more
Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park
Live music is returning to North Hills. Midtown Beach Music Series is a concert series that will take place at Midtown Park, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. The concert series features beach music, Motown, oldies R&B and more. The concerts will be on Thursdays, from 6 to 9 p.m., from April 16 to July 23, 2026. Tickets are $8.73 (including ticket fees.) You can also … [Read more...] about Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park
Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series
Crossroads Plaza, at 213 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series. This is a free concert series taking place on Thursdays in May, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The concerts will be held on The Patio near Subway. Check the link above for announcements about the artists. … [Read more...] about Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series
FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
FM2FV Concert Series is a free outdoor concert series at Centennial Square, 102 North Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. The concerts, which are scheduled for the spring and fall each year, take place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. FM2FV Spring Concerts 2026 No pets or coolers are allowed. There will be a number of food trucks and beer vendors at each concert. … [Read more...] about FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
Free Spring Concert Series at Sweetwater: Julia Golden
The final concert in Sweetwater Town Center's Spring Concert Series takes place Friday, May 15, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. It takes place on the Market Square Lawn at Sweetwater Town Center, 1481 Richardson Road, Apex, North Carolina. Performing are Jamey Meeter and headliner Julia Golden. Julia Golden was seen on The Voice (Season 29), and is a CCMA Emerging New Artist winner, and 3-time Best of … [Read more...] about Free Spring Concert Series at Sweetwater: Julia Golden
Weird Pot Party: Artists will be live painting Downtown Durham’s large planters during Third Friday
A highlight of Downtown Durham's Third Friday on May 15, 2026, is Weird Production's and Downtown Durham's Weird Pot Party from 6 to 9 p.m. 10 artists will be live painting 10 of Downtown Durham's large planters. Plus, there will be a DJ, some weird art and more at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. Start at CCB Plaza, get your map and work your way around Downtown, checking … [Read more...] about Weird Pot Party: Artists will be live painting Downtown Durham’s large planters during Third Friday
Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 24
The Town of Apex is presenting Sushi & Sumo, as part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, on Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Apex Community Park Volleyball Courts, Apex Community Park Drive, Apex, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather on the original event. This is a free event. Raijin Sumo, a North Carolina based … [Read more...] about Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 24
