La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, will once again host Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from April 1 to October 21, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., with the music starting at 6 p.m. This is the 10th year for Wine Down Wednesday and it's a favorite tradition in Chapel Hill. Mingle, sip, and enjoy great weather and live music at this open social. This is a … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
First in Freedom July 4th Parade in Raleigh
North Carolina will celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary in a bold and patriotic way as the First in Freedom July 4th Parade marches through Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, July 4, 2026, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Please check back soon for the parade route. Serving as North Carolina’s signature America 250 celebration, the parade will honor both the rich history of the state and the enduring spirit … [Read more...] about First in Freedom July 4th Parade in Raleigh
One Tribe Drum Circle at Dix Park June 5
Dix Park will be hosting drum circles, led by One Tribe, at the Stone Houses Visitor Center, 830 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on the first Friday of the month from June to August, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. There's no cost, but please register. Seating is provided. If you have drums or other hand percussion, please bring them, or you can use One Tribe's. Seating is … [Read more...] about One Tribe Drum Circle at Dix Park June 5
Third Friday in Downtown Durham June 19 includes Pierce Freelon’s Family Fest at CCB Plaza
On June 19, 2026, Start Third Friday Durham out at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festivities start with the raising of the Juneteenth flag with Spectacular Magazine at 5:30 p.m. Then Pierce Freelon and friends will present Family Fest from 6 to 9 p.m. This special event features performances, music, puppets, crafts, and a hands-on beat making lab for kids and … [Read more...] about Third Friday in Downtown Durham June 19 includes Pierce Freelon’s Family Fest at CCB Plaza
Food Truck Rodeo at Bearded Bee Brewing, June 6, and more
Bearded Bee Brewing, at 20 E Campen Street, Wendell, North Carolina, hosts frequent events at its Downtown Wendell location. You can find all the events on their website, plus updates on their Facebook page. Here are a few of them. Upcoming Events Free Live Music in 2026: Their full live music schedule can be found on their website calendar. Food Truck RodeoSaturday, June 6, 20263 to … [Read more...] about Food Truck Rodeo at Bearded Bee Brewing, June 6, and more
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is making movie-going more affordable with "Terrific Tuesdays." Every Tuesday, all year, every ticket is $6.25. Including taxes adn fees, the total price is just $7.75 per ticket. In addition, there are concession specials on Tuesdays. … [Read more...] about The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25
Free Outdoor Movie Series at Pullen Park
Families, friends, and film lovers of all ages are invited a free outdoor movie series at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will take place the first Tuesday of the month, from June to October, 2026. The time differs a little bit depending on the time of year. All screenings are free and open to the public. Refreshments and popcorn will be available for purchase at the … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Movie Series at Pullen Park
Free Sunrise Yoga in Chapel Hill June 2 (and more)
Feel Better Yoga is offering some FREE yoga classes in Chapel Hil and Carrboro. Please follow the links below to register. Sunrise Yoga Series University PlaceOn the Commons, near Jeni's.201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 8 to 9 a.m. Register here.Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 8 to 9 a.m. Register here.Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 8 to 9 a.m. Register here. 30 minutes of pilates … [Read more...] about Free Sunrise Yoga in Chapel Hill June 2 (and more)
Free Ukulele Lessons at Five Points Center (registration required)
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is offering FREE ukulele lessons to adults ages 18+. The lessons take place on Wednesdays from May 27 to June 17, 2026, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., at Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Registration is required. The ukulele instructor, Keith, is offering a set of four weekly sessions that go over the basics … [Read more...] about Free Ukulele Lessons at Five Points Center (registration required)
Juneteenth at City of Raleigh Museum: History Lecture June 19
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. is hosting a learning opportunity for Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Torrey Dixon will speak about the legal journey of Juneteenth, The Road from Emancipation to Freedom. Born in the last capital of the Southern Confederacy (Danville, Va), Special Deputy Attorney General Torrey Dixon, who began … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at City of Raleigh Museum: History Lecture June 19
