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. Founded in 2006, what started as a grassroots … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Music Bingo, Trivia, and Live Music at Oaklyn Springs Taproom on Broad Street
Oaklyn Springs Taproom can be found at 505 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina. Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home-brewing operation. Now they work to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Taproom hosts many events. You can find events listed on their website calendar or on the taproom's Facebook page. View our page for the Oaklyn Springs Brewery … [Read more...] about Music Bingo, Trivia, and Live Music at Oaklyn Springs Taproom on Broad Street
Bring Your Own Vinyl Night at Southern Peak Brewery, and more
Southern Peak Brewery, 950 Windy Road #100, Apex, hosts many events, including live music, crafts, food trucks, dog-friendly events, and more. Find them all on Southern Peak Brewery's Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Bring Your Own Vinyl Night with MotelShot RecordsSunday, July 12, 20263 to 6 p.m.Free Bring your vinyl records to play for everyone! There will be a … [Read more...] about Bring Your Own Vinyl Night at Southern Peak Brewery, and more
12 French Fry freebies and deals for National French Fry Day July 10
Friday, July 10, 2026, is National French Fry Day. Read on for a list of french fry freebies and deals on this special day! We expect many more deals to be announced in the next few days, and we'll update with those deals here. Last year there were also deals from Burger King, City BBQ, Bad Daddy's Burger Bar, Smashburger, Penn Station, Sonic Drive-In, and Wendy's. Also, keep reading for a big … [Read more...] about 12 French Fry freebies and deals for National French Fry Day July 10
Save $50 on Shark SilkiPro Hair Straightener and Dryer — go from wet to silky-smooth with no heat damage
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Shark SilkiPro Hair Straightener and Dryer is trending for all the best reasons. It produces a silky smooth result while eliminating heat damage on your hair, with HeatSense ceramic plate sensors, which adjust heat. The sensors measure heat 1000x per second, auto-adjusting the temperatures. Right now, Shark SilkiPro Hair Straightener and Dryer is discounted by $50, bringing the price to … [Read more...] about Save $50 on Shark SilkiPro Hair Straightener and Dryer — go from wet to silky-smooth with no heat damage
Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 22
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, hosts several free or inexpensive events throughout the year. Here's one that's coming up: Brightleaf Harvest DaySaturday, August 22, 202610 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Experience North Carolina farming culture and history at Duke Homestead! We’ll be harvesting our tobacco out of the field and demonstrating the process of tobacco … [Read more...] about Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 22
Sunflowers blooming at Dix Park (and learn about other Sunflower fields too!)
Nothing says "summer" like bright, beautiful sunflowers! Learn the details about the sunflowers at Dix Park, as well as several other places in (or near) the Triangle to experience sunflowers in 2026. Please make sure to know in advance which sunflower fields allow you to cut and purchase stems, and which are just for looking -- and photo ops! Also, in some cases professional photographers will … [Read more...] about Sunflowers blooming at Dix Park (and learn about other Sunflower fields too!)
11th Annual Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 19
Asia Fest is returning for 2026. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 ($10 early bird), and free for those 12 and under, or age 65 and older. Tickets will be on sale soon. The festival features: … [Read more...] about 11th Annual Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 19
REI Summer Sale: save 50% and more on many items for camping, swimming, running and more…
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REI has a big summer sale going on right now. You can save up to 50% (in some cases up to 75%) on products for camping, swimming, cycling, running and more. There are some really good deals on fall and winter gear if you think that far ahead! Shop the whole sale here, or check out a few finds below. … [Read more...] about REI Summer Sale: save 50% and more on many items for camping, swimming, running and more…
North Carolina Peach Day at State Farmers Market July 10: free samples!
State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating North Carolina Peach Day on Friday, July 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Celebrate the summer peach harvest with FREE peach samples, and shop for a variety of farm-fresh peaches straight from North Carolina growers. This event was announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about North Carolina Peach Day at State Farmers Market July 10: free samples!
