Durham Beer Garden, at 812 N Mangum Street, Durham, North Carolina, is a beer garden, bottle shop and event space with an on-site food truck. They offer indoor and outdoor seating and a wide variety of beer, wine, and more. You can find their events listed on Facebook. They're also on Instagram. Recurring Events Second Saturday Plant SwapThe second Saturday of every month (scheduled … [Read more...] about Monthly Plant Swap at Durham Beer Garden, and more
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Blueberry Bonanza at The Plant in Pittsboro on July 11
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting Blueberry Bonanza on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. This is a free event to celebrate the blueberry! At this event: … [Read more...] about Blueberry Bonanza at The Plant in Pittsboro on July 11
Clothing and Art Supply Swap at Eno Arts Mill July 11
Circular Triangle, along with Orange County Sustainability and Orange County Arts Commission, are hosting a Clothing and Art Swap at Eno Arts Mill, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It's free to attend. Clean out your closets and find a new home for your no-longer-loved items. Bring gently used clothing and art … [Read more...] about Clothing and Art Supply Swap at Eno Arts Mill July 11
Tomato Day at Carrboro Farmers’ Market on July 11: samples , recipes, special merch, more…
The Carrboro Farmers' Market is held on the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street Saturdays year round, and Wednesdays April to November. Saturdays:November to March: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.April to October: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesdays:April to October: 3 to 6 p.m. All goods sold were produced within 50 miles of the Market, and the farmers and artisans themselves run the Market. In fact, … [Read more...] about Tomato Day at Carrboro Farmers’ Market on July 11: samples , recipes, special merch, more…
Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Raleigh Fire Museum, 105 Keeter Center Drive in Raleigh, is open just one day a month to the public, although tours can be scheduled other times. If you'd like to just walk in, though, come by the second Saturday of the month, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. It's free to visit. See photos and artifacts that tell the story of the history of firefighting. This is a small museum but it has hundreds of … [Read more...] about Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Bastille Day Celebration at Lafayette Village July 11
Lafayette Village, 8480 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh, is celebrating Bastille Day on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 4 to 9 p.m. This event is brought to you by NC Vibes, The International Festival and Lafayette Village. This event is free to attend, with food and drink available for purchase. RSVP here to help with planning. Stroll through the Village and enjoy Lafayette Village's signature French … [Read more...] about Bastille Day Celebration at Lafayette Village July 11
Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
Saturdays in Saxapahaw is a free outdoor concert series that takes place outside of Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Rd., Saxapahaw, North Carolina. The series is every Saturday from May 2 to August 29, 2026. At each event there will be a farmers' market and food trucks from 5 to 8 p.m. The music starts at 6 p.m. The only exception to the time listed above is the first date. … [Read more...] about Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
12 French Fry freebies and deals for National French Fry Day July 10
Friday, July 10, 2026, is National French Fry Day. Read on for a list of french fry freebies and deals on this special day! We expect many more deals to be announced in the next few days, and we'll update with those deals here. Last year there were also deals from Burger King, City BBQ, Bad Daddy's Burger Bar, Smashburger, Penn Station, Sonic Drive-In, and Wendy's. Also, keep reading for a big … [Read more...] about 12 French Fry freebies and deals for National French Fry Day July 10
Save $50 on Shark SilkiPro Hair Straightener and Dryer — go from wet to silky-smooth with no heat damage
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Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 22
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, hosts several free or inexpensive events throughout the year. Here's one that's coming up: Brightleaf Harvest DaySaturday, August 22, 202610 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Experience North Carolina farming culture and history at Duke Homestead! We’ll be harvesting our tobacco out of the field and demonstrating the process of tobacco … [Read more...] about Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 22
