The Come Out and Play sculpture show will take place at JimGin Farm, 150 Wild Horse Run, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 23, and Sunday, August 24, 2025, and then every Saturday through September 20, 2025. Each day it takes place from 12 p.m. until dark. This is a chance to see a wide variety of work from artists from around the Triangle, including sculpture, painting, glass … [Read more...] about Come Out and Play sculpture show in Pittsboro — enjoy sculptures and live music on the farm
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Top Things To Do Labor Day Weekend in the Triangle 2025: Festivals, concerts, art markets, more…
Labor Day Weekend in the Triangle features festivals, concerts, art, and more. Make sure to also check out list of Labor Day Weekend food deals, which will be updated soon with all the 2025 Labor Day Weekend deals. Looking for even more Labor Day Weekend events? Scroll down for our complete calendar of free and cheap events from Friday, September August 29, to Monday, September 1, … [Read more...] about Top Things To Do Labor Day Weekend in the Triangle 2025: Festivals, concerts, art markets, more…
African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place August 30 and 31, 2025 and is free to attend. The schedule hasn't been published yet, but last year it took place from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day on the 400 block of … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
Mindful Story Time at North Carolina Museum of Art, July 23, and many more free events
NC Museum of Art, at 2110 Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh, is free to visit. The hours at this time are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special exhibits might require a paid ticket. Upcoming Events You can see all the events here. Please follow the links, below, for each event, for full information and for registration. Make sure to follow the links to register. Mindful Story … [Read more...] about Mindful Story Time at North Carolina Museum of Art, July 23, and many more free events
Back to School Book Bag Giveaway at Hope House in Wake Forest Aug. 16
Hope House, 334 N Allen Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is hosting a Back to School Book Bag Giveaway on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register here. This free event includes: … [Read more...] about Back to School Book Bag Giveaway at Hope House in Wake Forest Aug. 16
Knightdale Arts and Education Festival Aug 16: Free backpacks, haircuts, more…
Knightdale Parks and Recreation is hosting its annual Arts and Education Festival (also known as K-Fest) on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a free back-to-school event. It will feature: … [Read more...] about Knightdale Arts and Education Festival Aug 16: Free backpacks, haircuts, more…
Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more on Aug. 16
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is presenting a Community Book Bag Giveaway for local students. It takes place on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hargraves Community Center, 216 Roberson Street, Chapel Hill. In addition to the annual bookbag give away there will be food, free haircuts and braids, activities, live entertainment and more! Bring your lawn chair or … [Read more...] about Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more on Aug. 16
Back to School events in the Triangle, including free school supplies, haircuts, kids’ activities and more
Soon the summer will be winding down, and school will be starting up before too long. Here's some information to help you make the most of the rest of the summer and prepare for the upcoming school days. (On the cheap, of course.) Scroll down for a list of back-to-school events. Many include free school supplies. Some also feature fun activities and free food! Also, some include free haircuts … [Read more...] about Back to School events in the Triangle, including free school supplies, haircuts, kids’ activities and more
Durham Craft Market at Durham Central Park
On Saturday mornings, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market at Durham Central Park
Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 9
The Durham County Sheriff's Office is hosting a Back to School Community Resource Event on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Durham County Memorial Stadium, 750 Stadium Drive, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 9
