The Westin Raleigh-Durham, at 3931 Macaw Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, has recently opened the Halcyon Rooftop, where you can enjoy craft cocktails, small bites and sweeping views. You can sip a cocktail and watch planes glide into RDU, for a unique atmosphere. Westin Raleigh-Durham is hosting a FREE live music series on the rooftop on Thursdays in July, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. There's a … [Read more...] about Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel Hill July 17
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is hosting a free concert series on Thursday nights in July, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert has no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. The concert takes place on the Village Green. Thursday Night Live Lineup … [Read more...] about Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel Hill July 17
The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering
The Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering open to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Estill House at the Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, in North Raleigh. They have compiled songbooks of both classic and popular ukulele songs, but feel free to bring along copies of songs that … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering
10th & Terrace Rooftop Lounge in Raleigh: Free wine tasting July 17
10th & Terrace is a rooftop lounge at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown, 616 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC. Its menu features shareable plates, desserts, wine, beer and cocktails. 10th & Terrace offers some events, which you can find on the happenings page of their website or their Facebook page. Free Wine Tasting on the RooftopThursday, July 17, 20255 to 7 … [Read more...] about 10th & Terrace Rooftop Lounge in Raleigh: Free wine tasting July 17
Live music with Dorian and Lou at Chatham Community Library July 17
Chatham Community Library, at 197 Highway 87 N, Pittsboro, is hosting local musicians Dorian Devins and Lou Rainone for a live performance on Thursday, July 17, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm in the Holmes Family Meeting Room. This program is free and open to the public. Jazz vocalist and lyricist Dorian Devins spent much of her childhood in North Carolina’s Sandhills region. In addition to her music … [Read more...] about Live music with Dorian and Lou at Chatham Community Library July 17
Free and cheap things to do in the Triangle this week
Are you looking for things to do in Raleigh, NC this week? Or Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, or other places in the Triangle? This is a list of things to do in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, plus surrounding areas, this week, from Monday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do in the Triangle this week
Krispy Kreme Birthday: 88¢ for dozen doughnuts when you buy a dozen July 18
Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 88th birthday with a great deal on Friday, July 18, 2025. Buy any dozen doughnuts at participating shops and get a dozen classic Original Glazed Doughnuts for 88¢. The offer is available in-shop or online. If you order online, use promo code BDAY at checkout. Limit two redemptions per guest in-store and drive-thru, and one redemption per guest … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Birthday: 88¢ for dozen doughnuts when you buy a dozen July 18
NCMA Outdoor Films at Moore Square this Summer: The Wild Robot July 18
North Carolina Museum of Art is preparing for facility improvements in the Joseph M. Bryan Jr. Theater and in the Museum Park in 2025, so there won't be outdoor movies at the Museum this summer. However, NCMA is taking its outdoor movie series on the road, with four FREE movies in Moore Square on Friday evenings this summer. These events take place at 6 p.m. with themed programs and food … [Read more...] about NCMA Outdoor Films at Moore Square this Summer: The Wild Robot July 18
Skate for Ukraine at Polar Ice Wake Forest July 18 — Ukrainian Bazaar and Bakery, and more…
Ukrainian Association of North Carolina is presenting Skate for Ukraine on Friday, July 18, 2025, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., at Polar Ice Wake Forest, 1839 S Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The event benefits Ukraine. Ice skating is from 7 to 9 p.m. You can pre-purchase ice skating tickets online, but walk-ins are welcome too. A portion of public skating admission proceeds will be … [Read more...] about Skate for Ukraine at Polar Ice Wake Forest July 18 — Ukrainian Bazaar and Bakery, and more…
Summer Fridays at Wedgewood: Free wine and cheese tastings
Wedgewood Cheese Bar, 100B Brewer Lane, Carrboro, North Carolina, is hosting FREE Wine and cheese tastings this summer. Every Friday from 3 to 5 p.m., stop by for complimentary pours from Wedgewood's favorite wine partners, perfectly paired with cheese samples. It kicks off Friday, July 18, 2025, in honor of National Wine & Cheese Day and runs through August 29. Come sip, snack and … [Read more...] about Summer Fridays at Wedgewood: Free wine and cheese tastings
