Bring the kids to an Instrument Petting Zoo to Gibson Play Plaza at Dorothea Dix Park! Gibson Play Plaza is at 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. These are free events! The Instrument Petting Zoo takes place from 2 to 4 p.m. on the following dates. Registration is required to receive weather cancellations. Registration opens two weeks in advance at 12 p.m. Enjoy an interactive, … [Read more...] about Instrument Petting Zoo at Dix Park Oct. 18
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Woodhaven Church Trunk or Treat Oct. 18
Woodhaven Church, 4000 Kildare Farm Road, Apex, North Carolina, is hosting their annual Trunk or Treat Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. This is a free event. Wear your costume and enjoy baked goods and candy treats. … [Read more...] about Woodhaven Church Trunk or Treat Oct. 18
Hillsborough Really Really Free Market Oct. 18
The Hillsborough Really Really Free Market is just what it sounds like: a market where everything is free. It's scheduled for the 3rd Sunday of every month from March to October in 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Gold Park, 415 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina: Please check the Eventbrite page for any updates to these dates. You might also find updates and more events of interest at … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Really Really Free Market Oct. 18
Raleigh Little Theatre Costume Sale rescheduled to Oct. 18
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a costume sale on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It will take place in the Stephenson Amphitheatre parking lot. This is a rescheduled date due to the weather expected on Oct. 17. Take advantage of great prices on vintage hats, fun costumes, and other assorted pieces and accessories from Raleigh … [Read more...] about Raleigh Little Theatre Costume Sale rescheduled to Oct. 18
Jazz’d Up Sundays: Free concert series at Downtown Cary Park — Kobi Watkins on Oct. 18
Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting an outdoor concert series, Jazz'd Up Sundays. It will take place on the Great Lawn Pavilion on select Sundays in September and October, 2026. This jazz series is produced by Christian Tamburr. It's free and open to the public. Bring your own chairs and blankets for a comfortable viewing experience. Event is suitable … [Read more...] about Jazz’d Up Sundays: Free concert series at Downtown Cary Park — Kobi Watkins on Oct. 18
Pub Fall Soup/Stew Competition at West 94th Street Pub in Durham Oct. 18
West 94th Street Pub, 4711 Hope Valley Road, #6C, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent events, which you can find on its Facebook page. Upcoming Events Pub Fall Soup/Stew CompetitionSunday, October 18, 20262 to 4 p.m.Free Do you have the BEST Stew/Soup for the Fall season? Let us be the judge. Bowls and spoons will be provided. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Entries must be … [Read more...] about Pub Fall Soup/Stew Competition at West 94th Street Pub in Durham Oct. 18
Kanikapila Ukulele Meetups at KōMANA Brewing Company, and more…
KōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. Read on for a few upcoming events! Recurring Events Kanikapila Ukulele MeetupEvery first and third Sunday (scheduled through 2026)July 19, August 2 and 16, September 6 … [Read more...] about Kanikapila Ukulele Meetups at KōMANA Brewing Company, and more…
Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat Oct. 18
Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat is back! It takes place Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. The event is family-friendly, and all ages are welcome. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Where: The central zone of Hillsborough St (from the corner of Horne St through Logan Ct and into the North Hall Parking Lot). Check-in tables will be located at both ends of the event area: near … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat Oct. 18
Events at Clouds Brewing
Clouds Brewing has two locations in the Triangle: They frequently host events and you can find them all on their Facebook page or website. … [Read more...] about Events at Clouds Brewing
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro Oct. 18
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This event features: Please note that the October 11 Bazaar has been rescheduled to … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro Oct. 18
