Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, regularly presents School BreakOUT! events for kids during scheduled days off of school. These events are packed with kid-friendly crafts and activities. School BreakOUT! is free and no registration is required. These are not drop-off events. Parents or guardians must stay with their children the whole time. Spring BreakOUT! … [Read more...] about Spring BreakOUT! at Downtown Cary Park April 2
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Peeps in the Park in Morrisville April 2
The Town of Morrisville is hosting Peeps in the Park on April 2, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina. This is an Easter/spring themed scavenger hunt. Find all the hidden peeps and win a prize. Peeps in the Park is a free event. The event also features: Parking will be available at Cedar Fork Elementary School, 1050 … [Read more...] about Peeps in the Park in Morrisville April 2
Skee Ball Tournament at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh on Thursdays, more…
Boxcar Bar and Arcade, 330 West Davie Street, Raleigh, and 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers a huge number of arcade games and pinball machines and console games, as well as air hockey, skeeball, foosball and more. See their whole list of games here. They also host lots of events, including some free ones. This page is for the Raleigh Boxcar location. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade … [Read more...] about Skee Ball Tournament at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh on Thursdays, more…
Spring Festival and Plant Sale at Briggs Avenue Community Garden in Durham Apr. 18
Briggs Avenue Community Garden, which is owned and operated by NCSU-Cooperative Extension-Durham County, is holding its spring festival and plant sale on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Donations are appreciated. The garden is at 1314 S. Briggs Avenue, Durham, NC. You can expect: Whether you're an experienced grower or just getting started, this event … [Read more...] about Spring Festival and Plant Sale at Briggs Avenue Community Garden in Durham Apr. 18
NC Science Festival all April
North Carolina Science Festival 2026 is a statewide collection of events during the month of April, intended to ignite an interest in science in both kids and adults. Events take place at a number of venues in the Triangle, including museums, parks and libraries. We will be listing some of the special events in the Triangle below, but make sure to visit the North Carolina Science Festival … [Read more...] about NC Science Festival all April
Top Things to do in the Triangle in April — big list of events
April marks the true beginning of spring, and that means that spring festivals and outdoor concerts are in full swing in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle region of North Carolina. Plan the beginning of spring with this list of the top things to do April, 2026, in the Triangle. We're highlighting 35 events this month. But then, keep reading for our huge calendar of … [Read more...] about Top Things to do in the Triangle in April — big list of events
Day by Day List of Outdoor Concert Series in the Triangle — Updated for 2026
There's nothing better on a warm evening than listening to music outdoors. We are updating a list of outdoor concert series for 2026 in the Triangle. You'll find live music in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Carrboro, Hillsborough, Wake Forest, and more. Maybe "summer" stretches a little bit into spring and autumn too. Most of these concert series are family friendly. At many you … [Read more...] about Day by Day List of Outdoor Concert Series in the Triangle — Updated for 2026
27 Farmers’ Markets in the Triangle
This is a listing of farmers markets in the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Chatham County, Cary, and more. See one we can add? Fill us in! Make sure to follow the link for the farmers market before you go and make sure that there haven't been changes. A note about SNAP. Many farmers' markets offer Double Bucks for SNAP recipients. Pay with your EBT card at the … [Read more...] about 27 Farmers’ Markets in the Triangle
Adult Coloring Night at Hi-Wire Brewing every Tuesday, and more
Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more information and a list of events. Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt features their award-winning lagers and ales, with 24 taps, and a huge space with tons of games. See all of their upcoming … [Read more...] about Adult Coloring Night at Hi-Wire Brewing every Tuesday, and more
Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoops on the 31st of the month
On the 31st of every month (that has 31 days), Baskin Robbins is offering 31% off scoops all day at participating locations. Waffle cones, toppings and sundaes are excluded from the discount. The discount is only available for Baskin-Robbins Rewards members. Join Baskin-Robbins Rewards here. The ice cream shop will serve up the deal on the 31st of each month that has 31 days. So mark … [Read more...] about Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoops on the 31st of the month
