The NC State Extension Master Gardener volunteers of Orange County invite you to a garden open house on June 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., to visit their eight demonstration gardens at the Bonnie B. Davis Environment and Agricultural Center, 1020 US Hwy 70 West, Hillsborough, NC, 27278 (across from the DMV office). This is a free event. Talk with Master Gardener volunteers, learn more about native … [Read more...] about Garden Open House in Hillsborough June 20: Visit 8 different demonstration gardens
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Summer Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park May 31
Durham Central Park’s Food Truck Rodeos take place several times a year on Sunday afternoons. Dozens of the Triangle's most popular food trucks gather. It's free to attend. Just pay for what you want to eat and rink. Durham Central Park is at 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Enjoy fresh tunes, bring the kids to enjoy the bounce houses, face painting and other activities, and connect … [Read more...] about Summer Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park May 31
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
Dojo Day at Waverly Place: Sumo demo, origami, performances, more…
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Dojo Day on May 31, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Experience the flavors, art and traditions of Japan. This is a free event. What to Expect Live Performances Experiences Raffle Food and Drinks Vendors Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Dojo Day at Waverly Place: Sumo demo, origami, performances, more…
Spring Bicycle Swap at The Common Market Durham May 31
The Common Market Durham, 1821 Green Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Bicycle Swap on Sunday, May 31, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. This is a community organized event to bring bicycle enthusiasts together to buy, sell, trade, or donate their used, but still useful bicycles, bicycle parts, accessories, and clothing. Anyone is welcome to … [Read more...] about Spring Bicycle Swap at The Common Market Durham May 31
Free air hockey tournaments on Sundays at Super Rad Retro Lounge, more…
Super Rad Retro Lounge Arcade Bar, at 106 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 40 classic arcade games and pinball games from the 80s, 90s and 2000s, as well as air hockey, console games, a photo booth and even claw machines. Read on to learn about some of the events that they host. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Super Rad Retro Lounge Arcade Bar … [Read more...] about Free air hockey tournaments on Sundays at Super Rad Retro Lounge, more…
Spring Car Show at Oak City Brewing Co. at May 31, 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 Spring Car Show at Oak City Brewing Co. at May 31, and more
SONAM Late Spring Concert Supporting Urban Ministries of Durham on May 31
Singers of New and Ancient Music (SONAM) is a chorus committed to creating high-quality sacred and secular music and giving back to the community. Their mission is to make excellent choral music that supports local non-profits through benefit concerts. SONAM was established in 2012. The group consists of about 20 talented singers from central North Carolina, led by conductor Allan Friedman and … [Read more...] about SONAM Late Spring Concert Supporting Urban Ministries of Durham on May 31
Pittsboro Summer Fest May 31
Pittsboro's Summer Fest is taking place Sunday, May 31, 2026, 2 to 6 p.m., on Hillsboro Street in Downtown Pittsboro, North Carolina. This is a free event. This event features: … [Read more...] about Pittsboro Summer Fest May 31
Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Wake Forest's Six Sundays in Spring concert series is back in 2026. The free, family-friendly concert series will take place every Sunday from April 26 to May 31, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The concerts will feature music from a wide variety of genres. Six Sundays in Spring Concert Schedule 2026 Info about … [Read more...] about Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
