Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4 to 8, 2026, so you can expect to lots of deals and freebies for teachers during this time. Several businesses are offering special deals and freebies to educators just during this time, and some offer deals all year long. Make sure to click each link to get all the details. As always, participation might vary, so if the deal is from a chain make sure to verify … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Week deals 2026: freebies and deals
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Chewy: Buy 3 pet toys and get 1 free
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Your dog or cat really needs more toys for the summer, right? If so (and it is so) check out Chewy.com right now. They've got a buy 3 and get 1 free sale going on for the Frisco Summer Collection. Mix and match, of course. Because your pet needs variety for their chewing, pulling and batting enjoyment. (Or replacements when they destroy one.) Here are a few of them: … [Read more...] about Chewy: Buy 3 pet toys and get 1 free
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at The Plant in Pittsboro
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. Ta Contento is bringing the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta to The Plant! Enjoy live music with Grupo Caribe Vibe, as well as delicious food and drinks for purchase. bmc brewing will offer $5 Pints of their Mexia Mexican Lager and $1 off Tequila … [Read more...] about Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at The Plant in Pittsboro
McAlister’s Deli offers free tea to nurses and teachers May 4-8
McAlister's Deli announced that they are honoring two of our essential everyday heroes by offering teachers and nurses a free tea during Teacher Appreciation Week and Nurse Appreciation Week at participating locations nationwide. Educators and healthcare professions can stop by and enjoy one free sweet or unsweet tea. Details: Valid for educators and nurses from May 4 to 8, 2026, for one Big … [Read more...] about McAlister’s Deli offers free tea to nurses and teachers May 4-8
Shake Shack celebrates National Burger Month with free burgers all May, with purchase
Shake Shack is celebrating National Burger Month with a giveaway for burger lovers every week in May. From May 1 to 31, 2026, Shake Shack is offering a different single burger every week for FREE with a $10 minimum purchase at participating locations. The offer excludes all paid add-ons, such as avocado or bacon. Here’s which burger is available each week: The offer is valid only for … [Read more...] about Shake Shack celebrates National Burger Month with free burgers all May, with purchase
Cinco de Mayo party at PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, and more…
PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, at 900 E Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, hosts frequent events. You can see them all on their Facebook page. You should know that PourWorks is a Green Bay Packer fan establishment, so if you're a Packers fan, you will find your brethren there on game days. Cinco de Mayo FiestaTuesday, May 5, 20264 p.m.Free $10 Sexy Señorita Margaritas. Half price select … [Read more...] about Cinco de Mayo party at PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, and more…
Triangle String Orchestra: Hollywood in Concert on May 6
Triangle String Orchestra is a community orchestra of amateur string musicians. It meets at Meredith College in Raleigh. The orchestra is presenting a concert, Hollywood in Concert, on May 6, 2026, at 7 p.m., at Carswell Auditorium in Meredith College's Wainwright Music Building, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy songs from movies, such as Pirates of the Caribbean, E.T., … [Read more...] about Triangle String Orchestra: Hollywood in Concert on May 6
Target celebrates National Pet Month with free dog or cat kit giveaway on May 16
On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Target is celebrating National Pet Month with a FREE Dog or Cat Giveaway Kit at participating locations — from noon to 4 p.m. Limit one bag per customer, while supplies last. The bags will feature food samples from brands like Purina and Sheba. During the event, you can also score 20% OFF many pet-care items in-store. The giveaway is available at most … [Read more...] about Target celebrates National Pet Month with free dog or cat kit giveaway on May 16
Hottest Amazon Deals in May — Big discounts on air fryers, Keurig, Fitbit, smart bird feeders, more…
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Whether you're shopping for a gift or a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of today's deals at Amazon. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently. Some of the biggest discounts are "Limited Time Only," meaning that they can be here today and gone tomorrow, so the discounts … [Read more...] about Hottest Amazon Deals in May — Big discounts on air fryers, Keurig, Fitbit, smart bird feeders, more…
Star Wars Day Events in the Triangle — May the 4th Be With You
May the 4th is known as Star Wars Day. "May the 4th be with you..." It's on this day that you'll find many organizations hosting Star Wars themed events like movie screenings, cosplay events and themed markets. This is the best day of the year to break out your light saber! Read on for a list of Star Wars Day events in the Triangle, including costume parties, movies, dance parties and more. … [Read more...] about Star Wars Day Events in the Triangle — May the 4th Be With You
