On July 12, 2025, Lowe’s is celebrating summer by giving away a FREE beach ball to MyLowe’s loyalty members at every participating location, while supplies last — starting at 10 a.m. No purchase necessary. Please note that we don't know how many beach balls each location will have to give away. So if you want to be sure to bring one home, arrive close to 10 a.m. You must show proof of … [Read more...] about Lowe’s giving away beach balls to loyalty members July 12
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
7th Anniversary Party at Oaklyn Springs Brewery, July 19, with live music, food trucks, and more
Oaklyn Springs Brewery has two locations: Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home brewing operation, and now works to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events, and you can find them listed on their website calendar. Or check the Facebook page for the Brewery and the Facebook page for the taproom. 2912 N Main Street -- … [Read more...] about 7th Anniversary Party at Oaklyn Springs Brewery, July 19, with live music, food trucks, and more
Downtown Bird Bash in Garner
Bring the whole family to Garner for the Downtown Bird Bash on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event takes place at Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, and on Main Street. This is a free, family friendly event, but there's a cost for some of the activities. (See below.) Activities include: Presented by the Garner Area Historical … [Read more...] about Downtown Bird Bash in Garner
Free cone or cup when you buy a kid’s meal at Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers
Participating locations of Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers are offering a free cone or cup of frozen custard when you purchase a kid's meal, from July 7 to 11, 2025. Participating locations only. Details might differ in some stores. The Triangle locations have announced on Facebook that they are participating in this promotion: … [Read more...] about Free cone or cup when you buy a kid’s meal at Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers
Book Bonanza for kids at Fenton July 10
Book Bonanza takes place Thursday, July 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Fenton Square by Paragon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Luke from Luke’s Entertainment will perform Pepito & The Trash Cans, a bilingual, musical storytelling experience that teaches Spanish vocabulary through the context of a heartwarming story about resilience and … [Read more...] about Book Bonanza for kids at Fenton July 10
70+ Weekly Trivia Nights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle
Looking for a chance to show off your smarts? Here's a list of upcoming trivia nights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and all around the Triangle. Most are held on a regular weekly schedule. You'll find them at bars, breweries, cideries, restaurants and coffee shops. Keep reading for a day-by-day list of trivia nights in the Triangle. Most of the trivia nights focus on a wide variety … [Read more...] about 70+ Weekly Trivia Nights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle
Blazin’ Keys Dueling Pianos at Fortnight Brewing in Cary, July 19, and more
Fortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ownership, they offer English Ale, Porter, and ESB use only English-grown ingredients and yeast. They also offer a Blonde Ale, Coffee Amber, and an IPA that is a fusion of English and … [Read more...] about Blazin’ Keys Dueling Pianos at Fortnight Brewing in Cary, July 19, and more
Free Book Club at Southern Peak Brewery, and much more!
Southern Peak Brewery, 950 Windy Road #100, Apex, hosts many events, including live music, crafts, food trucks, dog-friendly events, and more. Find them all on Southern Peak Brewery's Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Live Music in Summer 2025: Book Club: Home is Where the Bodies Are by Jeneva RoseTuesday, July 22, 20256 to 8 p.m.Free One Tree Hill … [Read more...] about Free Book Club at Southern Peak Brewery, and much more!
Santa’s Summer Break at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh July 26
Boxcar Bar and Arcade, 330 West Davie Street, Raleigh, and 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers a huge number of arcade games and pinball machines and console games, as well as air hockey, skeeball, foosball and more. See their whole list of games here. They also host lots of events, including some free ones. This page is for the Raleigh Boxcar location. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade … [Read more...] about Santa’s Summer Break at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh July 26
Free Thursday Comedy Shows at Clouds Brewing Taproom, and more
Clouds Brewing has two locations in the Triangle: They frequently host events and you can find them all on their Facebook page or website. Here is what's coming up. Please make sure to note which location each event takes place at. 1233 Front Street, Raleigh Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Open Mic NightSundays (scheduled through July 27, 2025)6 to 9 … [Read more...] about Free Thursday Comedy Shows at Clouds Brewing Taproom, and more
