Chatham Artists Guild is holding their Spring Festival on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. Explore original artwork from professional guild artists. There will also be live music throughout the day and local food and drinks from businesses at The Plant. Exhibiting artists include: … [Read more...] about Chatham Artists Guild Spring Festival May 17
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro May 17
In celebration of Black History Month, Weaver Street Market is collaborating with the Marian Cheek Jackson Center for the 3rd year to share the stories of Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s Black history. Living History From the Rock Wall has been rescheduled and is taking place Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at Weaver Street Market Carrboro Lawn, 101 E Weaver Street, Carrboro, North … [Read more...] about Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro May 17
Shakespeare Live: Julius Caesar at Downtown Cary Park May 17
Join Applause! Cary Youth Theatre for Shakespeare Live! This FREE performance of Julius Caesar takes place Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 12 to 1:10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The performance will take place at the Park Street Arena. In Julius Caesar, jealous conspirators convince Brutus to join an assassination plot against Caesar in the ultimate … [Read more...] about Shakespeare Live: Julius Caesar at Downtown Cary Park May 17
Hillsborough Really Really Free Market May 17
The Hillsborough Really Really Free Market is just what it sounds like: a market where everything is free. It's scheduled for the 3rd Sunday of every month from March to October in 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Gold Park, 415 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina: Please check the Eventbrite page for any updates to these dates. You might also find updates and more events of interest at … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Really Really Free Market May 17
Steel String Brewery at Carrboro: 13th Anniversary Party May 17
Steel String Brewery Taproom is located at 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The Taproom includes indoor and outdoor seating, and is dog-friendly. Events for both the Carrboro and Pluck Farm locations can be found on Steel String's Facebook page. Find events for the Pluck Farm location here. Read on for events at Steel String in Carrboro. Upcoming Events Steel … [Read more...] about Steel String Brewery at Carrboro: 13th Anniversary Party May 17
Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of As You Like throughout the Triangle
Switch Theatre is presenting Shakespeare in the Parks: As You Like It -- free professional productions around the Triangle in April and May of 2026. This tour of the Triangle stops in Chapel Hill, Cary, Durham, Raleigh and Knightdale. General admission is free. VIP seating options are available. Online reservations are recommended. As You Like It tells the story of a trio of would-be couples, … [Read more...] about Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of As You Like throughout the Triangle
Arts at St. Luke’s: May Musicale on May 17
Arts at St. Luke's presents concerts, recitals and other events for the community. The events are free to enjoy, but donations are accepted. The concerts take place at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 1737 Hillandale Road, Durham, North Carolina. Find an updated schedule at stlukesdurham.org/arts-events/. 2025/2026 Arts at St. Luke's Storyteller and Folklorist Liz PardueSunday, March 15, 20264 … [Read more...] about Arts at St. Luke’s: May Musicale on May 17
2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships at Lake Wheeler Park — free for spectators
The Atlantic Coast Conference Women's Rowing Championships will take place at Lake Wheeler Park, 6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, May 15 and 16, 2026. The event is free to all spectators. The competition will take place from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. each day, with the award ceremony on 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. This event is co-sponsored by UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University, ACC, Greater Raleigh … [Read more...] about 2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships at Lake Wheeler Park — free for spectators
Game nights twice a week at Boxyard RTP, and more!
Boxyard RTP, at 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, is a 15,000 square foot "cargotecture" development, made of upcycled shipping containers, with a central pavilion for performances. Plans for Boxyard RTP include food and beverage vendors, as well as several retailers and service providers. Read on to learn about some of the upcoming events at Boxyard RTP. Also, check on Boxyard RTP's … [Read more...] about Game nights twice a week at Boxyard RTP, and more!
Free Cary Town Band Concert at Downtown Cary Park May 17
The Cary Town Band is a concert band based in Cary, North Carolina, which seeks to bring the love of music to the people of the area by performing free concerts and supporting the town by providing musical entertainment at their civic, cultural and community events. They provide an opportunity for community musicians to grow together and inspire others in their understanding and appreciation of … [Read more...] about Free Cary Town Band Concert at Downtown Cary Park May 17
