The 38th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival takes place April 25 and 26, 2025, in the Downtown of nearby Mebane, North Carolina. Mebane is 20 miles to the northwest of Chapel Hill, and just 10 miles to the west of Hillsborough. It's free to attend and to enjoy the entertainment, but you'll need funds for food, drinks, rides, etc. Mebane Dogwood Festival has created Facebook events for each … [Read more...] about 38th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival April 24-25
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Canine Field Day at Rock Quarry Park April 25
Show your dog a good time at Canine Field Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This is a free event. You and your dog can participate in fun field game activities: In addition, there will be food and non-food vendors, as well as a pet-focused market. … [Read more...] about Canine Field Day at Rock Quarry Park April 25
NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Open House March 28
NC State College of Veterinary Medicine opens its doors to the public for a free open house Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a very popular annual event. It takes place at NC State College of Veterinary Medicine, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, North Carolina. Wear closed-toe shoes. Children must be accompanied by adults. No pets allowed. At this event you learn … [Read more...] about NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Open House March 28
Legal Eagle Community Day and Social Justice Fair at Durham County Library Mar. 28
Durham County Library, in partnership with the North Carolina Central University School of Law, Legal Aid of North Carolina, Emancipate NC, and more, are presenting the Legal Eagle Community Day & Social Justice Fair on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. This FREE event features a day of legal resources for the … [Read more...] about Legal Eagle Community Day and Social Justice Fair at Durham County Library Mar. 28
Free open house at Duke Lemur Center Museum of Natural History March 28
The Duke Lemur Center Museum of Natural History, at 1013 Broad Street, Durham, North Carolina, houses a research collection that helps us to understand our evolutionary journey as primates. The collection includes 55 million year-old, lemur-like primate fossils from Wyoming; 37 to 28 million year-old anthropoid fossils from Egypt; 19 to 7 million year-old ape fossils from Egypt and India; 13 … [Read more...] about Free open house at Duke Lemur Center Museum of Natural History March 28
“Her Heart is Slowly Breaking:” a Women’s History Tour of Stagville in March
Historic Stagville, 5828 Old Oxford Highway, Durham, North Carolina, is offering Women's History tours every Saturday in March, 2026, at 11 a.m. Tickets cost $10 (plus tax) per person. Space is limited. Explore the resistance, resilience, love, and labor of enslaved women on one of the largest plantations in North Carolina. This March, visit Historic Stagville for a special guided tour of the … [Read more...] about “Her Heart is Slowly Breaking:” a Women’s History Tour of Stagville in March
Dairy Queen: Buy one Blizzard Treat, get one for 99 cents
Dairy Queen is welcoming its summertime Blizzard flavors (a little early.) The new flavors will be available starting March 30, 2026. They're also offering a special deal. Summer Blizzard Treat Menu 2026 The seasonal menu features an all-new summer flavor and two returning fan favorites. The new menu is available starting March 30, 2026. Here’s what’s on the Summer Blizzard Treat … [Read more...] about Dairy Queen: Buy one Blizzard Treat, get one for 99 cents
Orange County Egg Hunt and Bunny Pictures in Hillsborough March 28
Orange County is hosting an Egg Hunt (and more) on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., on the field behind Central Recreation Center, 302 W Tryon Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina. This is a free event and no registration is required. The event event includes egg hunts, inflatables, crafts and FREE pictures with the Easter Bunny. The egg hunts are separated by age: Bunny … [Read more...] about Orange County Egg Hunt and Bunny Pictures in Hillsborough March 28
World Theatre Day Event at Lake Lynn on March 28
Lake Lynn's first-ever World Theatre Day Event takes place Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lake Lynn Community Center is at 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy various Theatres showcasing upcoming shows, interactive theatre games, tabling, and craft activities. Registration is encouraged. There will also be two 35-minute improv sessions at … [Read more...] about World Theatre Day Event at Lake Lynn on March 28
After the Aisle Wedding Market at Oak City Brewing Co. March 28, and more
Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak City Brewing at 616 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. Oak City Brewing Company hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page or website … [Read more...] about After the Aisle Wedding Market at Oak City Brewing Co. March 28, and more
