The Baxter, the arcade bar at 108 North Graham Street, Chapel Hill, features over 50 video games and pinball machines, two lounge areas, a patio, and a wide selection of beer, as well as some non-alcoholic drinks. You can learn about The Baxter's upcoming events on their Facebook page. The Baxter is hosting a customer appreciation day each month. During these events, there will be free play … [Read more...] about Customer Appreciation Day at The Baxter April 25: Free play, free swag, free drink samples
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk April 25
The last Friday of every month, from February to November, 2025, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Starting in March, Hillsborough Arts Council will present special programming each month. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be live … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk April 25
Mother’s Day: Music and Pampering in Downtown Cary Park May 11
Celebrate Mother's Day at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Mother's Day: Music & Pampering in the Park takes place Sunday, May 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Academy Pavilion and Plaza. This is a free event. Moms get free chair massages. There will also be creative crafts at the Art Cart, and food available for purchase from a local food truck. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day: Music and Pampering in Downtown Cary Park May 11
Gig in the Park: Free Concert Series at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park
Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, at 301 Goldsboro Street S, Wilson, NC, is hosting Gig in the Park, a free concert series. It takes place every other Thursday from April 24 to June 19, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. The band lineup was announced on Facebook. Bring a chair or blanket. There will be food trucks, along with beer and wine. No outside beverages or coolers. Proceeds from the beverage … [Read more...] about Gig in the Park: Free Concert Series at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park
LIVE @ Lake Raleigh outdoor concert series
NC State's very popular free, family-friendly, outdoor concert series, LIVE @ Lake Raleigh, is returning in April and May of 2025. It takes place at Lake Raleigh, Main Campus Drive & Campus Shores Drive. Gates will open at 5 p.m., and food trucks will be on site at that time. The concerts start at 6 p.m. LIVE @ Lake Raleigh Schedule Thursday, April 10, 2025Ricardo Diquez … [Read more...] about LIVE @ Lake Raleigh outdoor concert series
Craig Colorusso: Live at the Forest Theatre in Chapel Hill
LEVEL Retreat is an oasis in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, for multidisciplinary artists to temporarily live, create and to be inspired to produce enduring works. LEVEL is presenting a performance by sound sculptor Craig Colorusso, whose immersive installations, sound sculptures, and bowed guitar performances blur the boundaries between art, environment, and experience. This April 8 to 28, … [Read more...] about Craig Colorusso: Live at the Forest Theatre in Chapel Hill
Movie theaters nationwide host Sneak Peek Showcase with $3 tickets
Thousands of movie theaters across the country will debut a new 70-minute program entitled Sneak Peek Showcase on April 22 and 24, 2025. The showcase promises an evening of brand-new trailers, never-seen-before footage and behind-the-scenes content from this year’s most anticipated movies. Plus, Hollywood’s biggest studios will highlight their upcoming summer and fall 2025 releases — expect … [Read more...] about Movie theaters nationwide host Sneak Peek Showcase with $3 tickets
Outdoor Movie Night at Five County Stadium in Zebulon May 9: Solo: A Star Wars Story
Zebulon Parks & Recreation is presenting a free outdoor movie. Outdoor Movie Night at Five County Stadium – Solo: A Star Wars StoryFriday, May 9, 2025Gates open at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 6:30 p.m.Five County Stadium1501 NC-39, Zebulon, NCFreeYou can bring blankets to use on the field or watch from the stadium chairs. Concessions will be available for purchase. … [Read more...] about Outdoor Movie Night at Five County Stadium in Zebulon May 9: Solo: A Star Wars Story
Star Wars Trivia and Costume Contest at Hi-Wire Brewing May 4
Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more information and a list of events. Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt features their award-winning lagers and ales, with 24 taps, and a huge space with tons of games. See all of their upcoming … [Read more...] about Star Wars Trivia and Costume Contest at Hi-Wire Brewing May 4
Star Wars Day Celebration at Bricks & Minifigs Durham — LEGO Buy/Sell/Trade Store
Bricks & Minifigs is a store that lets you buy, sell and trade LEGOs and LEGO sets! If you're looking for a special piece to complete a set (or fulfill your own imaginative plan), or you have some LEGO sets that you're ready to part with, this is the place for you! It's at 3823 Guess Road, Durham, North Carolina. Follow them on Facebook for updates and events. Here are two upcoming … [Read more...] about Star Wars Day Celebration at Bricks & Minifigs Durham — LEGO Buy/Sell/Trade Store
