For the Culture Crawl is a Juneteenth-weekend celebration of Black-led art organizations, Black-owned businesses and Black artists in Raleigh. Artspace and CAM Raleigh are teaming up to host For the Culture Crawl on Friday, June 16, 2023, from 5 to 8 p.m. Between stops at the art destinations, grab a to go drink from a participating Sip n' Stroll bar or restaurant, shop with Black-owned … [Read more...] about For the Culture Crawl June 16
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
My Guy & Me Father’s Day Par-Tee
My Guy & Me Par-Tee is a way for kids to celebrate their dads or significant male mentors in their lives. The event takes place on Friday, June 16, 2023, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Roberts Park, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh, NC. The cost is $10 a person. The celebration includes golf lessons, video games, crafts, food and more. Pre-register here. … [Read more...] about My Guy & Me Father’s Day Par-Tee
Juneteenth Celebration at Pope House Museum
On Friday, June 16, 2023, from 10 to 11 a.m., storyteller Pat Lambe will present Storytime with the Popes. She will weave imagery and songs to tell the story of Black emancipation and determination. This free event takes place at Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh. If it rains the event will take place at City of Raleigh Museum. Sponsored by Friends of the City of Raleigh … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration at Pope House Museum
Grand Opening of Everbowl Raleigh June 15 — First 300 Bowls Free
Everbowl Raleigh, at 6325 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC, is celebrating its grand opening on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 5 to 8 p.m. The first 300 bowls will be FREE. This event was announced on Everbowl Raleigh's Facebook page. The bowls include ingredients like açaí, chia, granola, blueberries, pitaya, peanut butter and more. … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Everbowl Raleigh June 15 — First 300 Bowls Free
Celebrate Juneteenth at Durham County Library June 15
Durham County Main Library, at 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, NC, is hosting a Juneteenth Celebration on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. All the events are free and open to the public, with no registration required. The events are sponsored by the Durham Library Foundation. The celebration features take & make instruments, music of the Black Diaspora, an author … [Read more...] about Celebrate Juneteenth at Durham County Library June 15
Lafayette Village Hosting Rock & Brew Music Festival June 15
Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, NC, is presenting Rock & Brew on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 4 to 8 p.m. Enjoy beer and live music throughout the shopping center. Also, check out Amendola Family Cigar Co. On the Green In the Courtyard The Fireplace … [Read more...] about Lafayette Village Hosting Rock & Brew Music Festival June 15
Durham Hot Dog Crawl: Eat local hot dogs for a chance to win Durham Bulls tickets
Durham County Library is presenting the Dog Days of Summer Hot Dog Crawl. Eat local Durham hot dogs for a chance to win a 4-pack of Durham Bulls tickets. The Hot Dog Crawl takes place from Monday, June 26, through Saturday, August 5, 2023. Pick up a Hot Dog tracker from the South Regional Library, 4505 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NC, or by emailing Sara Gibson at sgibson@dconc.gov to receive … [Read more...] about Durham Hot Dog Crawl: Eat local hot dogs for a chance to win Durham Bulls tickets
Tobacco Road Tours
Tobacco Road Tours is offering free walking tours in Raleigh and Durham every weekend. These tours are 90 minutes long. Registration is required. Although they are free, tips are accepted and appreciated. $15 or $20 per adult is a typical tip. They also offer reasonably priced ghost tours. If you have questions about anything, including the tour's safety measures during this time, please … [Read more...] about Tobacco Road Tours
Play Ball Weekend with the Mudcats — free event for kids June 10
The Carolina Mudcats are hosting Play Ball Weekend, a free event for kids ages 6-12 on Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. It takes place at Five County Stadium, 1501 NC-39, Zebulon, NC. Kids will get to take batting practice and practicing their fielding skills on the field. All LeagueApps registrants will receive a complimentary subscription for MLB.TV and MiLB.TV after Play … [Read more...] about Play Ball Weekend with the Mudcats — free event for kids June 10
The Durham Art Parade — create art and be in the parade!
The Durham Art Parade is a free event taking place Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It will start and end at the Scrap Exchange parking lot at The Shoppes at Lakewood, 2050 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC. The route is 1.7 miles long. Anyone can participate in the parade, but please register. The parade procession welcomes: If you would like to perform (in a non-mobile way) … [Read more...] about The Durham Art Parade — create art and be in the parade!
