Are you looking for things to do in Raleigh, NC this weekend? Or Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, or other places in the Triangle? This list includes fun things to do in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill this weekend, plus surrounding areas, from Friday to Sunday. (Or Monday if it's a holiday weekend.)This list is updated every single week! You'll find a ton of things to do this … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do in Raleigh, NC and the rest of the Triangle this weekend
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Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 7
The Town of Apex is presenting Sushi & Sumo, as part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Apex Community Park Volleyball Courts, Apex Community Park Drive, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. Raijin Sumo, a North Carolina based non-profit and recreational sports club that teaches and trains in the art of Japanese … [Read more...] about Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 7
Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park: Vibexotica on May 7
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a live music series, Live at Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Concerts return in spring of 2026. The free concerts take place at Academy Plaza. Learn all about the incredible Downtown Cary Park, including more free events. You can find all the Live at Lunch concerts (and more) at … [Read more...] about Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park: Vibexotica on May 7
The Raleigh Uke Jam May 7 — experienced and beginner ukulele players welcome!
The Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering open to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Estill House at the Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, in North Raleigh. They have compiled songbooks of both classic and popular ukulele songs, but feel free to bring along copies of songs that … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Uke Jam May 7 — experienced and beginner ukulele players welcome!
Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park
Live music is returning to North Hills. Midtown Beach Music Series is a concert series that will take place at Midtown Park, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. The concert series features beach music, Motown, oldies R&B and more. The concerts will be on Thursdays, from 6 to 9 p.m., from April 16 to July 23, 2026. Tickets are $8.73 (including ticket fees.) You can also … [Read more...] about Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park
Free Zumba Classes at Parkside Town Commons on Thursdays in May
Experience FREE Zumba classes on Thursdays in May, 2026, at Parkside Town Commons, 7119 O'Kelly Chapel Road, Cary, North Carolina. The classes take place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the green area near Five Guys. Licensed Zumba instructor Aya Zaghloul will be leading the classes. Sign up here. Click on FREE CLASSES to register. Events subject to change without notice. … [Read more...] about Free Zumba Classes at Parkside Town Commons on Thursdays in May
Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series
Crossroads Plaza, at 213 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series. This is a free concert series taking place on Thursdays in May, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The concerts will be held on The Patio near Subway. Check the link above for announcements about the artists. … [Read more...] about Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series
May Month of Fitness in Wake Forest — free fitness classes all month
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will again offer a free fitness series in May. Free and open to area residents of all ages, May Month of Fitness will consist of Women's Self Defense on Mondays, Cynergy Fit on Tuesdays, Yoga on Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursdays. Each will be offered on their respective nights from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the E. Carroll … [Read more...] about May Month of Fitness in Wake Forest — free fitness classes all month
Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm on Thursdays
Durham Beer and Banjos is a music series featuring roots, bluegrass, Americana and folk music. It takes place every Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Old Mill Farm, 8794 North Carolina 751, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. Visit the Durham Beer and Banjos Facebook page to see which band is playing this wee. More upcoming music in the Triangle … [Read more...] about Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm on Thursdays
Letterland Days at Pullen Park
The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character cutouts will be displayed throughout Pullen Park. Families are invited to visit the park to search for their favorite Letterlanders hidden around the park. This is a free event. This annual … [Read more...] about Letterland Days at Pullen Park
