Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, 5907 Triangle Dr, Raleigh, holds frequent events and many are free. See their upcoming schedule on their calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music in Summer 2025: View their live music schedule on their website calendar. Recurring Events Open-Mic NightsSundays3 to 6 p.m.Free Music BingoTuesdays7 to 9 p.m.Free Hammered TriviaWednesdays7 … [Read more...] about Free Live Music at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, and more…
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
50th Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers’ Days in Siler City Labor Day Weekend
Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park, at 4221 Silk Hope Road, Siler City, NC, is hosting its 50th Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers' Day festival on August 30 and 31, 2025, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. This festival is a celebration of the agricultural heritage of the area. Tickets are $5, with children under 6 admitted for free. Parking is free. The festival features: Tickets are extra for the … [Read more...] about 50th Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers’ Days in Siler City Labor Day Weekend
50th Anniversary of Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 20-21
CenterFest is Durham's largest cultural and community event, as well as North Carolina's longest running street art festival. The 50th Anniversary CenterFest will take place Saturday, September 20, and Sunday, September 21, 2025. CenterFest takes place in the downtown Durham loop on Main and Chapel Hill Streets in the Five Points and CCB Plaza areas. This event features musicians, dancers, … [Read more...] about 50th Anniversary of Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 20-21
$3 IPAs all day at Lonerider Brewery, Aug. 7, more
Lonerider is at 8816 Gulf Ct., Raleigh, NC. Lonerider has been in operation since 2019. Their beer is distributed in nine states and has a portfolio of award-winning beers, including medals from the Great American Beer Festival. Lonerider hosts many events. Find them on the Lonerider Brewery Facebook page. You can also check their website calendar. Upcoming Events National IPA … [Read more...] about $3 IPAs all day at Lonerider Brewery, Aug. 7, more
Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
The 3rd Annual Wilson Jazz Festival takes place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 p.m. to around 10 p.m., in various locations in Wilson, North Carolina. The Main Stage performances at Vollis Whirligig Park are ticketed, and the other performances at multiple venues, plus a Second Line Parade, are free. The Second Line goes from Whirligig Park at 8:30 p.m. to Downtown Public House. Check … [Read more...] about Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 13
Carolina Circus Festival is a FREE event that will take place in Cary on September 13, 2025, from 3 to 9:30 p.m. The festival is a full day of circus related workshops and shows. There will also be a full market of vendors and food. It takes place in Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 13
Sunflowers are blooming at Dix Park! Here’s what you need to know…
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 2025. 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 are blooming at Dix Park! Here’s what you need to know…
The International Festival Sept. 20
The International Festival will take place September 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., at NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enter through Gate 9. It's at the field close to Martin Building. Over 30 cultures will be represented in this celebration. Admission is free. The festival will feature: … [Read more...] about The International Festival Sept. 20
National Night Out in Carrboro Aug 5, including free food, dunk tank, more…
Carrboro Police Department invites the community to National Night Out at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. Here is some of what's going on: … [Read more...] about National Night Out in Carrboro Aug 5, including free food, dunk tank, more…
Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27
Tamale lovers, take note! The Raleigh Tamale Festival is Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This will be a day of community, celebration and tamales. It will feature performances, family activities, food trucks and vendors. Local competitors will compete in the tamale contest. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27
