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 June 28
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Stadium model for free and bring it home with you on June 28
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LEGO Stores often host events during which customers can put together a small project and take it home. It's absolutely free to participate. These builds are provided especially for the in-store events. They are not available for purchase. LEGO Stadium On Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. p.m., build a LEGO Stadium. While supplies last. This make and take event is intended for … [Read more...] about LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Stadium model for free and bring it home with you on June 28
52nd Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 26-28
Are you a coin or stamp collector? Or are you interesting in learning more? Then, the Raleigh Money Expo is for you! The Raleigh Coin Club is the Triangle's largest and longest-running coin club. Join them at the Raleigh Money Expo. The Raleigh Money Expo takes place at The Exposition Center, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from June 26 to 28, 2026. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about 52nd Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 26-28
Simkhai sale: 50% off or more hundreds of items
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If you've ever shopped for fashion from Simkhai you know it's anything but cheap! However, the dresses are beautiful and stylish, and if you've ever thought about this particular splurge, now is the time. There's a big sale going on and everything is at least 50% off. Shop all the deals, or check out a few below: … [Read more...] about Simkhai sale: 50% off or more hundreds of items
Free open house at Duke Lemur Center Museum of Natural History June 27
The Duke Lemur Center Museum of Natural History, at 1013 Broad Street, Durham, North Carolina, houses a research collection that helps us to understand our evolutionary journey as primates. The collection includes 55 million year-old, lemur-like primate fossils from Wyoming; 37 to 28 million year-old anthropoid fossils from Egypt; 19 to 7 million year-old ape fossils from Egypt and India; 13 … [Read more...] about Free open house at Duke Lemur Center Museum of Natural History June 27
The People’s Free Market in Clayton June 27
Down Home North Carolina hosts The People's Free Market monthly at Phillip R. Wright Community Park, 988 Powhatan Road, Clayton, North Carolina. At a free market, like this one, you can bring stuff you want to give away, and take what you want or need. There is no buying, selling or trading. Just sharing! If you bring items, please make sure to bring home what hasn't been taken by the end of the … [Read more...] about The People’s Free Market in Clayton June 27
It Takes a Village at Fletcher Park June 27: clothing and shoes giveaway for kids, more…
She Speaks Community Co. is hosting It Takes a Village: A Free Community Giveback Event on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 2 to 8 p.m., at Fred Fletcher Park, 821 Washington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a chance to pick up free items for your children. It's free to attend. At this free event there will be: She Speaks Community Co. is a nonprofit organization with the goal of … [Read more...] about It Takes a Village at Fletcher Park June 27: clothing and shoes giveaway for kids, more…
Chatham Celebrates America 250: Community Celebration on June 27
Chatham County is celebrating the 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence with a community celebration on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64-BR, Pittsboro, North Carolina. This is a free event. Festivities will include live music and performances, food trucks, vendors, displays and … [Read more...] about Chatham Celebrates America 250: Community Celebration on June 27
Grill Out at Durham Farmers’ Market June 27: Free sliders, and live music
Durham Farmers' Market is hosting a Grill Out on Saturday, June 27, 2026, starting at 10:30 a.m. The market is located at 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, in the Pavilion at Durham Central Park. Local Chef Saca Monk will be grilling up FREE sliders featuring ingredients available at the market. Saca is the head chef of Pearl, a new restaurant coming to Durham (to be announced very … [Read more...] about Grill Out at Durham Farmers’ Market June 27: Free sliders, and live music
Grand Opening of Fit4Mom Hillsborough-Mebane on June 27: free fitness class, kids’ activities and prizes
Fit4Mom Hillsborough-Mebane is celebrating its grand opening on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at River Park, 144 E Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina. This is a free event. Registration is not required, but you're encouraged to register in advance to secure a swag bag and complete a waiver. Bring your family and enjoy a morning filled with fitness, fun, community, … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Fit4Mom Hillsborough-Mebane on June 27: free fitness class, kids’ activities and prizes
