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FestiBull of Lights: An Immersive Light Experience at Durham Bulls Athletic Park

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Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting FestiBull of Lights, An Immersive Light Experience, from November 20, 2025, to January 3, 2026. Grand opening weekend is November 20 to 23, and then regular opening is November 26 to January 3, every day except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Hours are 5:30 to 9 p.m. each night. Read … [Read more...] about FestiBull of Lights: An Immersive Light Experience at Durham Bulls Athletic Park

Tiff’s Treats: Free “Tiffwich” Ice Cream Sandwiches on Aug. 2 for National Ice Cream Sandwich Day

Tiff's Treats is celebrating National Ice Cream Sandwich Day on August 2, 2025, with an indulgent treat. The following deals are available in-person at participating Tiff's Treats storefronts. (That is, not delivery-only locations.) In the Triangle, you'll find a Tiff's Treats storefront at 421 Daniels Street, Raleigh, NC. Freebie for Tiff's Rewards Members All Tiff's Rewards members can … [Read more...] about Tiff’s Treats: Free “Tiffwich” Ice Cream Sandwiches on Aug. 2 for National Ice Cream Sandwich Day

Half-price slices at The Cheesecake Factory July 30 for National Cheesecake Day

The Cheesecake Factory is celebrating National Cheesecake Day by offering half price on any slice on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. You need to be a Cheesecake Rewards member to take advantage of this offer. The offer is available only to dine-in patrons. One slice per guest, up to six guests. Each guest must be present. One-time use only. The Cheesecake Factory is at: Find more locations … [Read more...] about Half-price slices at The Cheesecake Factory July 30 for National Cheesecake Day

The secret way to get a free burger, fries and drink from Bull City Burger and Brewery on July 26

If you live in (or visit) the Durham area and you like freebies, you need to learn about Bull City Freebie Society! (BCFS) BCFS organizes "freebie drops" with local businesses. If you sign up for BCFS you'll receive an email and/or text a few days before the drop, letting you know about it. It's free to join Bull City Freebie Society. Then, you just show up on the date and time, show the … [Read more...] about The secret way to get a free burger, fries and drink from Bull City Burger and Brewery on July 26

Cary Really Really Free Market — July 26

A "Really Really Free Market" is just what it sounds like. Free. (Really) free. People bring stuff they want to give away, and also offer free services. There's no buying, selling, or bartering. Everything is freely given. The Cary Really Really Free Market takes place the fourth Saturday of the month, from 2 to 4 p.m., at Walnut Park, 1420 Walnut Street, Cary, North Carolina. Look for more … [Read more...] about Cary Really Really Free Market — July 26

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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

Raleigh Market at NC State Fairgrounds every weekend

The Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, due to the N.C. State Fair. More About Raleigh Market The outdoor hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the indoor hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday. The … [Read more...] about Raleigh Market at NC State Fairgrounds every weekend

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Be a tomato taster with Durham County Cooperative Extension July 26

NC State University has been developing experimental tomato varieties designed especially for disease resistance. But how do they taste? You can be the judge! Durham County Cooperative Extension, at 721 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a Tomato Trial Tasting event on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. It's free to participate. Participants will taste some … [Read more...] about Be a tomato taster with Durham County Cooperative Extension July 26

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