The Block on Main, at 300 S. Main Street, Holly Springs, NC, is holding its third annual Trunk or Treat event. It will take place Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event will include: … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at The Block on Main in Holly Springs Oct 28
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Lunch for the Brave — free lunch for veterans in Cary (registration required)
The Town of Cary is honoring veterans with Lunch for the Brave. The event will include a free catered lunch for veterans and a presentation. It takes place Friday, November 8, 2024, at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. We're checking on the location, so stay tuned. Register by calling Cary Senior Center at 919-469-4081. Please note: space is limited and each person must register. You will be contacted … [Read more...] about Lunch for the Brave — free lunch for veterans in Cary (registration required)
Learn all about the solar eclipse
On April 8, 2024, a rare solar eclipse will occur across all U.S. states (excluding Alaska and Hawaii). A total of 13 states will witness a "total solar eclipse." In a total eclipse, the moon blocks 100% of the sun for a few minutes, creating a ring-like aura from the sun's outer atmosphere and a darkened sky similar to twilight. The remaining states (including North Carolina) will experience … [Read more...] about Learn all about the solar eclipse
Pet-a-Palooza at Lafayette Village
Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting Pet-a-Palooza on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 12 to 4 p.m. This free event will feature adoptable pets from a local rescue, as well as fun things for your dogs (and cats) to enjoy. This pet-friendly festival will feature vendors, treats, music and food. Some special events during the festival: Some of the … [Read more...] about Pet-a-Palooza at Lafayette Village
Fall Festival at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church in Wake Forest
Friendship Chapel Baptist Church, at 237 Friendship Chapel Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 4 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend, and includes: Please register here. … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church in Wake Forest
Outdoor Movie at Buffaloe Road Athletic Park: The Sandlot
Head to Buffaloe Road Athletic Park, 5900 Buffaloe Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, for a free outdoor movie on Friday, October 13, 2023, at 7:15 p.m. The movie will be The Sandlot. It will be shown on Field #4. All ages are welcome. Please bring your own snacks, chairs, and picnic blankets. … [Read more...] about Outdoor Movie at Buffaloe Road Athletic Park: The Sandlot
BOO-ze Halloween Wine Walk in Village District
Village District, in Raleigh, is hosting BOO-ze Halloween Wine Walk on Friday, October 13, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m. Village District invites shoppers to get in the Halloween spirit by wearing their best costumes for a spooktacular night of sipping wine and apple cider, trick-or-treating storefronts, shopping scary good deals, thrilling prizes, a DJ, and more. Attendees must be 21 or older to … [Read more...] about BOO-ze Halloween Wine Walk in Village District
Saxapahaw Oktoberfest — harvest market, bands, kids’ activities, more..
Saxapahaw Oktoberfest takes place Friday, October 13, 2023, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is free. The event will take place at the River Amphitheater and Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw Bethlehem Church Road, Saxapahaw, North Carolina. It includes a harvest market, live music, brews, food, kids' activities and more. Bands include Addy B and Friends and Curtis Eller's American … [Read more...] about Saxapahaw Oktoberfest — harvest market, bands, kids’ activities, more..
Trunk or Treat at Covenant Christian Church in Cary
Covent Christian Church, 2911 SW Cary Parkway, Cary, is hosting a Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 5 to 7 p.m. Enjoy Trunk or Treat, a bounce house, and games. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Covenant Christian Church in Cary
NC Mario Kart Races in Durham — special Friday the 13th edition
NC Mario Kart Community hosts a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tournament series at Bad Machines, 108 E Main Street, Durham, NC. It's generally happening every other Friday, but occasionally on a Saturday. Bad Machines is an eSports bar and is age 21+ only. The event starts at 8 p.m. The next NC Mario Kart Tournament takes place Friday, October 13, 2023, from 8 to 11 p.m. Sign up here. This … [Read more...] about NC Mario Kart Races in Durham — special Friday the 13th edition
