Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, at 7236 NC Highway 87 N, in Pittsboro, is a non-profit organization that works to protect animals from factory farms. The Refuge is a sanctuary that cares for rescued chickens, turkeys, ducks, sheep, goats, pigs and cows who come from lives of abuse, neglect and abandonment. These animals find peace and protection on 16 acres of pasture and woods, where they are … [Read more...] about Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge: Tour and Explore on Aug. 15
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National Ice Cream Day freebies, events and deals in the Triangle
Sunday, July 19, 2026, is National Ice Cream Day. It's a perfect time to try one of these great ice cream shops in the Triangle! We are collecting up all the National Ice Cream Day deals and events in the Triangle. Make sure to check the date on each item (and follow any links) because they might not take place exactly on National Ice Cream Day. National Ice Cream Day 2026 in the … [Read more...] about National Ice Cream Day freebies, events and deals in the Triangle
Summer Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden in July
Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare delights, and an array of unusual trees and shrubs that you won't see anywhere else in the world. Plant Delights Nursery is not your typical nursery. Many of the plants were collected by founder … [Read more...] about Summer Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden in July
Afternoon in the Garden and Moth Night at Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre July 24
Apex Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is hosting two nature events on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. Both are free to attend, and neither requires registration. These events were announced on Facebook. Afternoon in the Garden 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy refreshments, connect with local vendors, pick up native seeds, and … [Read more...] about Afternoon in the Garden and Moth Night at Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre July 24
Forest Grove Festival Aug. 29
Midtown Housing Coalition is hosting Forest Grove Festival on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., at American Legion Post 7, 406 E Trinity Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. This event is a fundraiser to build a tiny home community for adults with developmental disabilities. Forest Grove Festival Features Event Schedule … [Read more...] about Forest Grove Festival Aug. 29
Durham Farmers’ Market: Tomato Day (July 18) and Triple Bucks Day (July 25)
Durham Farmers' Market, at 501 Foster Street in Durham, is Durham's largest farmers' market. It's open Saturdays all year, and also Wednesdays from mid-April to mid-October. Scroll down for upcoming special events. Everything sold at the Durham Farmers' Market comes from no more than 70 miles away. Durham Farmers' Market accepts SNAP/EBT. Double Bucks Thanks to grant partners, the … [Read more...] about Durham Farmers’ Market: Tomato Day (July 18) and Triple Bucks Day (July 25)
Insomnia Cookies offers buy-one-get-one free Happy Hour special for limited time
Every Monday to Thursday through July 30, 2206, Insomnia Cookies is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE cookie from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. This deal is displayed at insomniacookies.com. The special includes ALL cookies on the menu, hot and fresh from the oven! You can expect the less expensive cookie to be your free one. The deal is open to all customers and only available in-shop. Participating … [Read more...] about Insomnia Cookies offers buy-one-get-one free Happy Hour special for limited time
Soccer Social Watch Party at Downtown Cary Park July 19
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting the Soccer Social Watch Party on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Gather at 3 p.m. to watch the championship match of the World Cup on the Pavilion's big screen. This is a free event. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and settle in for an exciting afternoon outdoors. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome, and The … [Read more...] about Soccer Social Watch Party at Downtown Cary Park July 19
5th Annual Kids Fest at Fortnight Brewing Company Aug. 2
Fortnight Brewing, at 1006 SW Maynard Road, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting its 4th Annual Kids Fest on August 2, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a FREE event. Grab your free ticket here. Bring the kids and enjoy an afternoon packed with activities, creativity, and community fun, hosted by Socks Off Entertainment. Event Highlights: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Kids Fest at Fortnight Brewing Company Aug. 2
Switch Theatre Co. presents Pirates! A Boy at Sea with discounts and pay-what-you-can shows
Switch Theatre Co. is presenting Pirates! A Boy at Sea. This production is a swashbuckling adventure about the meaning of family. The play will be performed July 18 and 19, 2926, at Burning Coal Theatre, 224 Polk Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will then be performed July 24 and 25, 2026, at The River Church, 4425 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets for the Raleigh … [Read more...] about Switch Theatre Co. presents Pirates! A Boy at Sea with discounts and pay-what-you-can shows
