UNC Area Studies Center is presenting Global Fest (formerly Africa Fest) is a celebration of culture, art and history. This free event takes place on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This free festival features performances and art, with food for purchase. Schedule … [Read more...] about Global Fest in Carrboro Oct. 27
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Halloween at Burwell Oct. 25
Burwell School Historic Site, at 319 N. Churton Street, in Hillsborough's historic district, is free to visit during its year-round opening hours: Individual tours of the Burwell School Historic Site are offered free of charge during operating hours. A self-guided option is available at all times or you can enjoy a docent led tour on the weekends. No appointment is required for individuals or … [Read more...] about Halloween at Burwell Oct. 25
Cary Police Department hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 24
Cary Police Department is hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. This is a free event. Bring family and friends to enjoy treats, costumes and community spirit. Cary Police Department announced this event on Facebook. … [Read more...] about Cary Police Department hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 24
Durham YMCA’s Trunk or Treat at Durham Central Park Oct. 24
Durham YMCA is hosting a Trunk or Treat at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. All families are welcome to this free event. There will also be Halloween games, face painting, crafts and a spooky haunted bus! If you'd like to help out, Durham YMCA is looking for families to decorate their trunk and hand out a bag of … [Read more...] about Durham YMCA’s Trunk or Treat at Durham Central Park Oct. 24
Drake celebrates birthday with free food at Dave’s Hot Chicken Oct 24
Dave’s Hot Chicken specializes in Hot Chicken Sliders and Tenders, along with sides of Kale Slaw, Mac & Cheese and French Fries. Music superstar Drake is a significant investor in Dave's Hot Chicken. In celebration of Drake’s birthday, Dave’s Hot Chicken is giving all customers a FREE Chicken Slider on October 24, 2024, at participating locations, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Each piece … [Read more...] about Drake celebrates birthday with free food at Dave’s Hot Chicken Oct 24
Harvest Festival — trunk or treat, line dancing, more, at Harvest Church in Cary Oct 26
Harvest Church, at 505 Reedy Creek Road, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. This free community event includes: … [Read more...] about Harvest Festival — trunk or treat, line dancing, more, at Harvest Church in Cary Oct 26
Trunk or Treat at Saint Francis United Methodist Church, Cary — including free hot dogs
Saint Francis United Methodist Church, at 2965 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC, is hosting a trunk or treat event on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. It's free and open to kids of all ages. Car trunks will be decorated with various themes and filled with candy and other treats. Come in costume and enjoy an evening of Halloween family fun with games and FREE hot dogs, … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Saint Francis United Methodist Church, Cary — including free hot dogs
45 NC colleges waiving application fees during NC Countdown to College October 21-27
You might want to target NC Countdown to College, October 21 to 27, 2024, for applying to college. During that time period, 43 North Carolina colleges and universities, plus, every North Carolina community college, will waive application fees for North Carolina residents. The application fee for most colleges is $25 or $50, so if you're applying to more than one school the savings will really … [Read more...] about 45 NC colleges waiving application fees during NC Countdown to College October 21-27
Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl
Bar Crawl LIVE! is presenting Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl on three nights: October 25, 26, and 31, 2024. Tickets are $20. Buy 3, and get 1 free. If you have a September or October birthday, message @barcrawlive on Instagram to receive a free birthday ticket, while supplies last. Purchase tickets on Eventbrite. Partnering Bars Ticket Perks: … [Read more...] about Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl
HollyFest Oct 25
HollyFest is a free event on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm Park at Bass Lake, 2401 Gribsby Avenue, Holly Springs. The Town of Holly Springs joins with churches, civic organizations and businesses for this annual community celebration. Admission is free. The event is on rain or shine. The festival features: Activities: … [Read more...] about HollyFest Oct 25