Celebrate Juneteenth at a Black-Owned Vendor Market Expo on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Midtown, 2805 Highwoods Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Shop from 25+ Black-owned businesses. Then, from 6 to 9 p.m., there will be a social mixer and night vendor pop-up market, including a Spades tournament. The cost for the evening … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Vendor Market Expo June 29
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Moore Square is being transformed into a skate park this weekend — June 27-29
Skate Raleigh is transforming Moore Square into a pop-up skate park from June 27 to 29, 2025. They'll be bringing ramps and rails. Skate Moore Square is an all-ages event for those who like to skateboard, roller skate and scooter, and the people who love to watch them. Enjoy food trucks, beer, live music, and special events throughout the activation for a high-energy weekend on wheels. … [Read more...] about Moore Square is being transformed into a skate park this weekend — June 27-29
The Concept: Film and Dance Social June 29
The Concept: Film and Dance Social is an experience created by a local artist and dancer to share in conceptual storytelling and creativity. Films will be PG and PG-13. Films are followed by a dance party. The dance party is age 18+. The event takes place Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Perfect Lovers, 2823 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are $8 in advance … [Read more...] about The Concept: Film and Dance Social June 29
Pride in the Park at Downtown Cary Park June 29
Pride in the Park is a free, inclusive celebration for the whole family on June 29, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The celebration incudes lawn games, arts and crafts and more. Bring your own picnic or purchase from Market 317 or one of Downtown Cary's other dining options. Free activities include: … [Read more...] about Pride in the Park at Downtown Cary Park June 29
Wake Forest Historical Museum: Free guided tours of Calvin Jones House
The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tour the historic Calvin Jones House, explore the exhibits in the new museum building, and stroll through the beautiful gardens. The Calvin Jones House was the first administrative building of Wake Forest College and was saved from demolition by … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Historical Museum: Free guided tours of Calvin Jones House
Freeman Round House Summer Concert Series in Wilson
Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House and African-American Museum, at 1202 Nash Street East, Wilson, NC, shares African-American history, art and culture. It's free to visit. The museum holds a free outdoor concert series in the summer. The summer concert series takes place on Sundays from May 4 to Jul 27, 2025, weather permitting, at 6 p.m. on the lawn of the museum. Freeman Round House … [Read more...] about Freeman Round House Summer Concert Series in Wilson
4th Annual Customer Celebration Weekend at Cedar Creek Gallery in Creedmoor June 28-29
Cedar Creek Gallery, at 1150 Fleming Road, Creedmoor, North Carolina, sells and displays the work over 200 accomplished craftspeople. It's a gallery, a museum, a nursery and a community of working studio craftspeople. You can bring the whole family and not only shop for art, but also enjoy a picnic on the landscaped grounds. 4th Annual Customer Celebration Weekend Cedar Creek Gallery is … [Read more...] about 4th Annual Customer Celebration Weekend at Cedar Creek Gallery in Creedmoor June 28-29
Hoppy Hour Comedy at James Joyce Irish Pub in Durham June 29
James Joyce Irish Pub, 912 W Main Street Durham, features food and drink by both sides of the Atlantic. They also regularly host events. Find their events on their website or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Hoppy Hour ComedySunday, June 29, 20254 p.m.Free (pay for food and drink) Featuring Scott Schacher, Rob Schneider, Kuntry T, Greg Capra and Iris Medina. Full menu available. Reserve your … [Read more...] about Hoppy Hour Comedy at James Joyce Irish Pub in Durham June 29
Pet Photo Day at Passmore Senior Center — free photos of you and your pet
Orange County Department of Aging is hosting Pet Photo Day on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 3 p.m., at Passmore Senior Center, 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, North Carolina. Bring your pet and dress in your finest or funniest outfits for photos. A staff person, Aurora will be taking photos of humans their pet friends! This FREE event was announced on Facebook. Please register by Tuesday, … [Read more...] about Pet Photo Day at Passmore Senior Center — free photos of you and your pet
Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo, presented by Shop Local Raleigh June 28
Shop Local Raleigh is presenting The Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. More than 40 food trucks will be at each of these events, making them some of the biggest food truck events in the Triangle. Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSaturday, June 28, 202512 to 6 p.m.Free (pay for food) Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSunday, August 24, 202512 to 6 p.m.Free (pay for … [Read more...] about Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo, presented by Shop Local Raleigh June 28
