Giant Robot Fight Club is exactly what it sounds like. Regular people in cardboard and duct tape robot suits fight each other for cash, prizes and the love of the audience. Follow Giant Robot Fight Club on Instagram. The Durham based cult hit has now spread across the Triangle. Next up is a FREE and family-friendly edition of Giant Robot Fight Club on April 26, 2026, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., at … [Read more...] about Giant Robot Fight Club at Tap Yard Raleigh Apr. 26 — free and family-friendly
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on Apr. 26
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Durham Underground Market seven Sundays from March to November, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Each markets features 50+ … [Read more...] about Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on Apr. 26
Free air hockey tournaments on Sundays at Super Rad Retro Lounge, more…
Super Rad Retro Lounge Arcade Bar, at 106 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 40 classic arcade games and pinball games from the 80s, 90s and 2000s, as well as air hockey, console games, a photo booth and even claw machines. Read on to learn about some of the events that they host. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Super Rad Retro Lounge Arcade Bar … [Read more...] about Free air hockey tournaments on Sundays at Super Rad Retro Lounge, more…
Free classical music concert at Binkley Baptist Church Apr. 26
Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting a free concert on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 7 p.m. The Chancel Choir, accompanied by Mike Harris, and assisted by friends, both singers and instrumentalists, will present an evening of Classical Music gems that have stood the test of time, from the Baroque period to the Modern era. A reception will follow … [Read more...] about Free classical music concert at Binkley Baptist Church Apr. 26
Cars and Coffee Raleigh German Car Show Apr. 26 (and more)
Cars and Coffee Raleigh hosts car shows at various locations in the Triangle. The shows are family and pet friendly, and are free to attend. Follow Cars and Coffee Raleigh on Facebook for announcements about the shows. German Car ShowSunday, April 26, 20268 to 11 a.m.6270 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NCFree This month Cars and Coffee Raleigh will highlight German cars. Audi's, BENZ's, BMW's , … [Read more...] about Cars and Coffee Raleigh German Car Show Apr. 26 (and more)
Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of As You Like throughout the Triangle
Switch Theatre is presenting Shakespeare in the Parks: As You Like It -- free professional productions around the Triangle in April and May of 2026. This tour of the Triangle stops in Chapel Hill, Cary, Durham, Raleigh and Knightdale. General admission is free. VIP seating options are available. Online reservations are recommended. As You Like It tells the story of a trio of would-be couples, … [Read more...] about Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of As You Like throughout the Triangle
Visit Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill
Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday and Sunday, the sanctuary is open for visitors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Hours change according to the season.) The cows love visitors! If you'd like to feed the cows, you can bring bananas, carrots, cucumber and celery. … [Read more...] about Visit Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill
Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 24-26
From April 24 to 26, 2026, a different kind of baseball will be played at the Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 W Corporation Street, Durham, NC. See the schedule below. Sandlot Revival is a weekend of games between "sandlot" teams from across the country. The teams are made of folks who just like getting together and playing baseball. Winning is not everything. It's more of a fun, social time. … [Read more...] about Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 24-26
The Great Raleigh Yard Sale April 25-26
The Raleigh Market, which is at the NC State Fairgrounds every weekend, is hosting The Great Raleigh Yard Sale on April 25 and 26, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. This is a chance to sell your stuff without holding your own yard sale or even organizing a neighborhood sale. The Great Raleigh Yard Sale will have plenty of customers! And it goes without saying that as a buyer you'll find … [Read more...] about The Great Raleigh Yard Sale April 25-26
Free Burn Bootcamp Workout at Oak City Brewing Co., more
Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak City Brewing at 616 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. Oak City Brewing Company hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page or website … [Read more...] about Free Burn Bootcamp Workout at Oak City Brewing Co., more
