Orange County Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks & Recreation is hosting an Earth Day Celebration on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Blackwood Farm Park, 4215 NC-86, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy environmental and family-friendly hands-on activities, hikes, and local vendors—all designed to educate, inspire, and entertain in the … [Read more...] about Earth Day Celebration at Blackwood Farm Park in Chapel Hill on Apr. 22
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Poetry in the Park at Dix Park Apr. 17
Poetry in the Park is a free event on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at House of Many Porches Market in Dorothea Dix Park, 701 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy a relaxed, open mic gathering in the park celebrating poetry, short stories, and creative works-in-progress. Whether you’re a seasoned writer, a first-time reader, or someone who just wants to listen, you’re … [Read more...] about Poetry in the Park at Dix Park Apr. 17
Powell Drive Community Day Apr. 18: inflatables, music, food trucks, more…
Powell Drive Park, 740 Powell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting the inaugural Powell Drive Community Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event that includes: In addition, come by on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., to meet the director and assistant director and talk about the kinds of programs you'd like to see at Powell Drive Park. … [Read more...] about Powell Drive Community Day Apr. 18: inflatables, music, food trucks, more…
Every Day is Earth Day — Party at The Scrap Exchange and Lakewood April 18
Scrap Exchange and Lakewood Shopping Center, 2020 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Every Day is Earth Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a free event that includes: … [Read more...] about Every Day is Earth Day — Party at The Scrap Exchange and Lakewood April 18
Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
The 5th Annual Raleigh Earth Day takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Dix Park. Specifically, it will be at Harvey Hill, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This milestone event brings together community members, local organizations, and city departments for an evening dedicated to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and connection—all … [Read more...] about Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
Durham Earth Day Festival April 19
Durham Earth Day Festival will take place Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Durham Earth Day Festival is free to attend. This event features: Schedule: Look for more details and updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Durham Earth Day Festival April 19
Easter egg hunts and bunny visits in the Triangle this weekend
Easter 2026 will bring many Easter Egg hunts and photo ops with the Easter Bunny! Read on for a giant list of events throughout Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the surrounding areas. Included in the list of events are many chances for FREE Easter Bunny pictures. Check out a list of places to enjoy Easter brunch or dinner. Also, please check out our list of chocolate makers in the Triangle for … [Read more...] about Easter egg hunts and bunny visits in the Triangle this weekend
Win prizes and gift cards at Village District’s Easter Egg Hunt Apr. 3
Village District, 2068 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 3, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 20 Easter eggs will be hidden across the the center and inside the shops, with prizes and gift cards inside. There will be 18 colored speckled eggs and 2 golden eggs. Clues to their locations will be dropped the morning of the 3rd on Village District's … [Read more...] about Win prizes and gift cards at Village District’s Easter Egg Hunt Apr. 3
Downtown Destinations: FREE First Friday Guided Walking Tours in Raleigh Apr. 3
Raleigh Walking Tours' public tours are usually "pay what you can," but on Friday, April 3, 2026, there will be a special tour that is truly FREE, because of the sponsorship of Downtown Raleigh Alliance. The Davie to Deco First Friday Walking Tour, a 45-minute stroll through one of downtown Raleigh's most vibrant and storied neighborhoods, takes place at 6 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Pre-registration is … [Read more...] about Downtown Destinations: FREE First Friday Guided Walking Tours in Raleigh Apr. 3
First Friday Bird Walk in Garner April 3
The Town of Garner is offering First Friday Bird Walks. They generally take place on the first Friday of each month, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., alternating between Lake Benson Park and the White Deer Park Classroom in Garner. The bird walks are currently scheduled through August, 2026, except in July, when the bird walk takes place the second Friday, due to the Independence Day holiday. Enjoy … [Read more...] about First Friday Bird Walk in Garner April 3
