City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Plant Swap on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your favorite house and garden plants or homegrown vegetables to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts. Please bring only healthy, pest-free plants to ensure everyone’s enjoyment. This event is free and open to the public! … [Read more...] about City of Raleigh Museum Plant Swap on May 23
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9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event in its 9th year. This block party celebrates wellness, the arts and community and features powerful performances, free resources and joy! The 2026 event is made possible by HealthLit4Wake. Darkness RISING takes place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival May 23
Chapel Hill - Carrboro Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is presenting the Orange - Chatham African American Cultural Festival. This event will take place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Lincoln Center, 750 S. Merritt Mill Road, Chapel Hill, NC. This is a free, family-centered event that highlights and celebrates African American art, culture and … [Read more...] about Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival May 23
Ace Hardware giving away one million flags for Memorial Day
Ace Hardware is giving away 1 million American flags for Memorial Day on Saturday, May 23, 2026. These are 8"x12" stick flags, suitable for placing on a grave, field, or garden as a tribute to a fallen serviceman or servicewomen. Before there was Memorial Day, there was Decoration Day. This observance started after the end of the Civil War. Communities would place flags, as well as flowers and … [Read more...] about Ace Hardware giving away one million flags for Memorial Day
Zebulon Juneteenth Celebration June 18 to 20
The Town of Zebulon is celebrating Juneteenth in 2025 with several free events. Opening Ceremony and WelcomeThursday, June 18, 20266:30 to 8 p.m.Zebulon Community Center301 S Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, NC Visual Art ExhibitionFriday, june 19, 20267 to 9 p.m.Downtown Zebulon, NC Juneteenth CelebrationSaturday, June 20, 20265:30 to 8 p.m.Nomaco Park (formerly Five County Stadium)1501 NC-39, … [Read more...] about Zebulon Juneteenth Celebration June 18 to 20
Juneteenth Film Screening at the Nasher Museum of Art June 18
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is hosting a Juneteenth Film Screening on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event, but registration is required. The Nasher will show the film BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions. Adapted from Kahlil Joseph’s renowned video art installation, BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions is a distinctive cinematic experience that mirrors the sonic … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Film Screening at the Nasher Museum of Art June 18
Free and Cheap Summer Weekday Movie Series for Kids in the Triangle
Looking for affordable indoor summer movies the Triangle? Treat your kids to a fun cinematic experience without breaking the bank. Explore this list of low-priced films showing in various theaters on weekdays this summer. Beat the heat with an animated adventure or a family-friendly blockbuster, all on a very family-friendly budget. This list has been updated for summer, 2026. Marquee … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Summer Weekday Movie Series for Kids in the Triangle
Chime In Open Mic at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro, and more…
Lanza's Cafe, at 601 W Main Street, Carrboro, NC, offers coffee and other hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, beer and more. The cafe also hosts a wide array of events, include game nights, live music, trivia and more. You can find the events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Unplugged & Unfiltered: Cam Brown LiveSaturday, May 9, 202610:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Free Join us for a special … [Read more...] about Chime In Open Mic at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro, and more…
Video Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery, more…
Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop, at 1104 Broad Street, Durham, in the basement under Joe Van Gogh Coffee, brews craft meads and fruit wines. They also carry North Carolina craft bears, wines, hard ciders, teas, lemonades, kombuchas and more. Dogs are welcome. They host many events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are a few of them. Please make sure to check Moon Dog's … [Read more...] about Video Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery, more…
Free Comedy Open Mic at Durty Bull Brewing Company on Fridays
Durty Bull Brewing Company, at 206 Broadway Street, Durham, presents many free and cheap events. You can check out all of their upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Hammered TriviaSundays2 to 4 p.m.Free Hosted by Thor, this is a long-running, award-winning trivia night. Hammered TriviaThursdays7 to 9 p.m.Free Hosted by … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Open Mic at Durty Bull Brewing Company on Fridays
