Cat's Cradle, at 300 E Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, is presenting 2nd Annual Study Hall Music Fest on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 6 p.m. (Doors at 5 p.m.) This event will feature 8 standout UNC bands playing on multiple stages. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Buy tickets. Bands at Study Hall Music Fest … [Read more...] about Cat’s Cradle Study Hall Music Fest — 8 UNC bands in one night
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature — free event at NC Museum of Art Museum Park Apr. 11
Triangle Land Conservancy invites you to enjoy them for Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Carolina Museum of Art Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park. This is a free event. Please register here. Read on to learn about all the activities. Some of them have limited space and require registration. (Follow the above link to register … [Read more...] about Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature — free event at NC Museum of Art Museum Park Apr. 11
Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother’s Calling — An Earth Day Festival
Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother's Calling is an Earth Day festival on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 2 to 7 p.m., at Clouds Brewery and Taproom, 1233 Front Street, Raleigh. Join Climate Action NC and RUMAH fo rthis fun event. This is a free event. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother’s Calling — An Earth Day Festival
Big Book Sale at Chapel Hill Library Apr. 10-12
Friends of Chapel Hill Public Library is holding its Big Book Sale from April 10 to 12, 2026. It takes place at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive Chapel Hill, North Carolina. On Sunday, bring your own bag to fill for just $10. The Friends Big Book Sale has thousands of great books and puzzles for all ages at bargain prices. It's never too early to start thinking about Mother's … [Read more...] about Big Book Sale at Chapel Hill Library Apr. 10-12
Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 11
The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough presents the annual Revolutionary War Living History Day to commemorate Hillsborough’s Revolutionary history. Re-enactors and activities will be set up throughout the day at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 East King Street. There will be activities at other locations in Hillsborough, as well. Please see below. The event is free and open to the … [Read more...] about Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 11
Holi Celebration at The Rookery Mar. 22
The Rookery, 115 Margaret Lane Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Holi celebration on Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free at this family-friendly event.. Holi colors will be available for purchase. No outside colors permitted. DJ Seth will be spinning all day. Enjoy delicious eats from Viceroy, fresh bread from Breadwala, and food from a lineup of food … [Read more...] about Holi Celebration at The Rookery Mar. 22
Krispy Kreme’s Basketball Deal: Get a dozen doughnuts for $2 when you buy a dozen, March 19-22
From Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22, 2026, Krispy Kreme’s Bracket Bash Dozen will sweeten hoops hysteria for fans who hosting parties with friends and family or going head-to-head with colleagues for bragging rights. The Bracket Bash Dozen features: Krispy Kreme’s Bracket Bash Dozen and offer will be available in-shop and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme’s app and … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme’s Basketball Deal: Get a dozen doughnuts for $2 when you buy a dozen, March 19-22
Free show by Heads up Penny at Lincoln Theatre on March 22 (grab tickets!)
Looking for a free live music option in downtown Raleigh? On Sunday, March 22, 2026, Heads Up Penny is performing in a free concert at 7 p.m. at Lincoln Theatre, 126 E Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Grab your free ticket here. Heads Up Penny is a high-energy six-piece band with dual lead vocalists, known for delivering nonstop crowd-favorites spanning generations -- from Sabrina … [Read more...] about Free show by Heads up Penny at Lincoln Theatre on March 22 (grab tickets!)
3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing Cary on March 22: Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny, more…
Socks Off Entertainment is presenting the 3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing on Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Fortnight Brewing Cary, 1006 Southwest Maynard Road, Cary, North Carolina. This event is FREE, but registration is required for the Easter Egg Hunt. Register here. Look for updates on the Facebook event. This event features an Easter Egg Hunt for ages 0-12, … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing Cary on March 22: Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny, more…
Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on March 22
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Durham Underground Market seven Sundays from March to November, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Each markets features 50+ … [Read more...] about Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on March 22
