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
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
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
Sunflowers blooming at Dix Park (and learn about other Sunflower fields too!)
Nothing says "summer" like bright, beautiful sunflowers! Learn the details about the sunflowers at Dix Park, as well as several other places in (or near) the Triangle to experience sunflowers in 2026. Please make sure to know in advance which sunflower fields allow you to cut and purchase stems, and which are just for looking -- and photo ops! Also, in some cases professional photographers will … [Read more...] about Sunflowers blooming at Dix Park (and learn about other Sunflower fields too!)
11th Annual Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 19
Asia Fest is returning for 2026. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 ($10 early bird), and free for those 12 and under, or age 65 and older. Tickets will be on sale soon. The festival features: … [Read more...] about 11th Annual Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 19
North Carolina Peach Day at State Farmers Market July 10: free samples!
State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating North Carolina Peach Day on Friday, July 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Celebrate the summer peach harvest with FREE peach samples, and shop for a variety of farm-fresh peaches straight from North Carolina growers. This event was announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about North Carolina Peach Day at State Farmers Market July 10: free samples!
2nd Friday ArtWalk: Extended Ackland Art Museum Hours
Ackland Art Museum, on the University of North Carolina campus at 101 S Columbia Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, opens for extended hours, 5 to 9 p.m., on the 2nd Friday of every month. Stroll through the galleries featuring highlights from a collection of over 21,000 works of art, browse the Museum Store, and sketch in the galleries using art supplies from the lobby’s art … [Read more...] about 2nd Friday ArtWalk: Extended Ackland Art Museum Hours
Front Porch Fridays at Haven Farm in Knightdale
Haven Farm, at 8521 Buffaloe Road, Knightdale, North Carolina, is hosting Front Porch Fridays every Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. These events are currently scheduled through October 30, 2026 Front Porch Friday is FREE to attend. Make sure to follow Haven Farm on Facebook to check on any changes due to weather. The events feature: Not only that, but on the first Friday of the month, Haven Farm … [Read more...] about Front Porch Fridays at Haven Farm in Knightdale
Salsa at the Park: Free live music and dance event in Knightdale with Oak City Music Collective
Oak City Music Collective is presenting Salsa at the Park the 2nd Friday of the month from July to October, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. It features live music from Salsa orchestras, beginner-friendly community dance lessons, vendor markets and food trucks. The community salsa dance lesson will … [Read more...] about Salsa at the Park: Free live music and dance event in Knightdale with Oak City Music Collective
Apex Underground Market July 11: live music, vendors, more…
The MAKRS Society presents Apex Underground Market one Saturday a month from March to December, 2026, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. In general they take place the second Saturday of the month, but in May the market is on the first Saturday of the month. These events are free to attend. They feature 30+ local vendors, live bands, food … [Read more...] about Apex Underground Market July 11: live music, vendors, more…
