Holly Springs is celebrating Independence Day with its annual fireworks show on Sunday July 5th, 2026. The celebration will take place from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration features live music, food and fireworks. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, or towels as the event is lawn seating. … [Read more...] about Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5
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Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, a children’s parade and Art in the Park
The Town of Wake Forest is presenting two days of 4th of July festivities in 2026! These events are part of a large list of 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Triangle. Celebrate with fireworks, the children's parade and Art in the Park. Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular Wake Forest is presenting a 4th of July fireworks show on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Heritage High School, … [Read more...] about Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, a children’s parade and Art in the Park
Town of Cary’s Independence Day Celebrations: Fireworks, music, movie, fishing
The Town of Cary is presenting several events for Independence Day in 2026, including a festival at Downtown Cary Park, a fishing tournament, patriotic music, a movie and fireworks. July 3rd Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Kick off your festivities on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This free event will feature … [Read more...] about Town of Cary’s Independence Day Celebrations: Fireworks, music, movie, fishing
11th Anniversary Party at Compass Rose Brewery: adoptable dogs, caricature art, live music, and more!
Compass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Live Music: Sums DivideFriday, May 8, 20267 to 10 p.m.Free 11th Anniversary PartySaturday, May 16, 202612 to 10 p.m.Free Celebrate Compass Rose's 11-year anniversary! Festivities include live music, face … [Read more...] about 11th Anniversary Party at Compass Rose Brewery: adoptable dogs, caricature art, live music, and more!
The Night Market Company’s Alphabet Soup Pride Market in Cary June 13
The Night Market Company is presenting its 3rd Alphabet Soup Pride Market on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about The Night Market Company’s Alphabet Soup Pride Market in Cary June 13
Mother’s Day Market at Concerts on the Creek
Nanny Goat Market RTP is hosting a Mother's Day Market on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., at 3151 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The market is next to Concerts on the Creek, so do a little shopping while listening to the music. Shop for macarons from Little Blue Macaron, tea from Jasper & Gold and elderberry products from Jodi's Elderberry syrup. … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Market at Concerts on the Creek
Crowder County Park: free nature programs, and more, in May
Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests. Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and observation deck. Crowder County Park hosts many family events. Register for programs here. Space is limited … [Read more...] about Crowder County Park: free nature programs, and more, in May
Living Legends: Living history event in Pittsboro May 3, and more…
Chatham County Historical Association is presenting some free history programs. Living Legends EventSunday, May 3, 20262 to 4 p.m.Historic Chatham County Courthouse9 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, NCFree History comes to life on Sunday, May 3, 2026 when the Chatham County Historical Association hosts Jordan Lake School of the Arts in a student-produced living history event to celebrate our … [Read more...] about Living Legends: Living history event in Pittsboro May 3, and more…
Free Bingo Night at Longleaf April 27 — a retro Raleigh hotel that used to be a TraveLodge
In the northern part of Downtown Raleigh, 300 N Dawson Street, you'll find a preservation success story. A 1960s TraveLodge has been saved and modernized. Now the Longleaf Hotel, it exudes retro charm with many uncovered mid-century details. If you're looking for a place to stay in Raleigh, the rooms are modern and cozy, and compare favorably, price-wise, with other rooms in Downtown … [Read more...] about Free Bingo Night at Longleaf April 27 — a retro Raleigh hotel that used to be a TraveLodge
Free comedy at Flying Saucer Raleigh
Flying Saucer, 328 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, offers over 300 beers, including 81 draughts and over 200 in bottles. They're always changing. Flying Saucer also offers food, including sandwiches, sandwiches, soup, pizza, snacks and more. In addition, Flying Saucer offers entertainment. Find their schedule on their Facebook page or website. Here are a couple of recurring … [Read more...] about Free comedy at Flying Saucer Raleigh
