Meredith College is hosting a FREE concert with New River Ensemble for kids and families. The concert takes place on Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 3 to 3:45 p.m., at Carswell Recital Hall, Wainwright Music Building, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The concert is free, but donations will be accepted at the door. American Tales is a multimedia program that combines children’s … [Read more...] about Free Concert by New River Ensemble for Kids and Families at Meredith College — with a chance to play music too on May 10
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Raleigh Really Really Free Market May 10
Raleigh Really Really Free Market is a monthly event where people can give away stuff for free and take stuff for free. No money is exchanged. In addition to goods, people might be sharing skills, services or activities. Some past shares have been: Raleigh Really Really Free Market takes place the second Sunday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Eliza Pool Park, 1600 Fayetteville Street, … [Read more...] about Raleigh Really Really Free Market May 10
Whole Foods Market’s Mother’s Day deal: 15-stem bunch of tulips for $9.99
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Whole Foods Market is offering a special deal on flowers for Mother's Day. From May 6 to 12, 2026, get a 15-stem bunch of tulips for only $9.99. This deal is exclusively for Prime members. Try Prime for 30 days for free. The deal is valid for single-color, multicolor, bicolor and classic 15-stem bunches only. If you shop in the store, Whole Foods has floral wrapping stations on-site so you … [Read more...] about Whole Foods Market’s Mother’s Day deal: 15-stem bunch of tulips for $9.99
Crowder County Park: free nature programs, and more, in May
Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests. Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and observation deck. Crowder County Park hosts many family events. Register for programs here. Space is limited … [Read more...] about Crowder County Park: free nature programs, and more, in May
Letterland Days at Pullen Park
The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character cutouts will be displayed throughout Pullen Park. Families are invited to visit the park to search for their favorite Letterlanders hidden around the park. This is a free event. This annual … [Read more...] about Letterland Days at Pullen Park
Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum May 10
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is continuing to host Yoga in the Galleries through the spring and summer of 2026. It will take place one Sunday a month through July. This is a FREE yoga class, taught by Elizabeth Comtois. It takes place from 2 to 3 p.m. on the following dates in 2026: Please bring your own mat, water and props. This beginner-friendly … [Read more...] about Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum May 10
Pop-Up Market at Crank Arm Brewing Company Raleigh May 9
Crank Arm Brewing Company, 319 West Davie Street, Raleigh, is a craft brewery & tasting room located in downtown Raleigh, NC. It's the 2016 GABF Bronze Medal winner in American Belgo category with Whitewall Wheat. You can find their upcoming events on their Meetup page or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Pop-Up Market with Triangle CreatorsSaturday, May 9, 20262 p.m.Free Do some … [Read more...] about Pop-Up Market at Crank Arm Brewing Company Raleigh May 9
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2026 season. Dates … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Wake Forest's Six Sundays in Spring concert series is back in 2026. The free, family-friendly concert series will take place every Sunday from April 26 to May 31, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The concerts will feature music from a wide variety of genres. Six Sundays in Spring Concert Schedule 2026 Info about … [Read more...] about Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Scrabble Social at Edit Beer on May 16
Raleigh-Durham Scrabble Club is celebrating one year of games with a Scrabble Social on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Edit Beer, 1911 Sego Court, #101, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event, but please consider purchasing something from Edit Beer. Enjoy a casual session, with cake and prizes. You don't need to join the Scrabble club to participate. Just swing by and play … [Read more...] about Scrabble Social at Edit Beer on May 16
