American-Turkish Association NC is presenting a free concert on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at ATA-NC Turkish House, 303 E Durham Road, Cary, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date and time. The program includes: This concert is presented by ATA-NC and Cary Art Loop, and sponsored in part by the Town of Cary Parks Recreation and Cultural Resources Department. Free … [Read more...] about Free Turkish Music Concert in Cary Feb. 21
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Mardi Gras Jazz Jam, with free gumbo, at Downtown Public House in Wilson Feb. 21
Downtown Public House, at 113 Goldsboro Street N, Wilson, North Carolina, frequently hosts live music and more. You can find their upcoming events on their Facebook page. Read on for a few! Upcoming Events Mardi Gras Jazz JamSaturday, February 21, 20263 to 6 p.m.Free Wilson Jazz Festival presents Root Down Collective, who will be leading a jazz jam from 3-6 pm at Downtown Public … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Jazz Jam, with free gumbo, at Downtown Public House in Wilson Feb. 21
Free laundry event with Uplift Laundry Truck Feb. 21
Uplift Laundry Truck provides free mobile laundry services and supplies to those in need, and people without homes, in the Triangle. The organization's goal is to provide free laundry services to North Carolina's 1.4 million low-income residents. "Laundry insecurity," where people can not afford to wash clothes or bedding regularly, leads to health problems, as well as school absenteeism and … [Read more...] about Free laundry event with Uplift Laundry Truck Feb. 21
Bald Eagle Watch at Jordan Lake Dam Feb. 21
South Wake Conservationists' goal is to conserve and improve wildlife habitat and diversity through conservation projects and outreach. They host many events for both adults and kids. One of South Wake Conservationists' popular programs is Eco Kids. The mission of Eco Kids is to engage the younger generation to develop a lifelong appreciation of the natural habitat and wildlife, and to learn, … [Read more...] about Bald Eagle Watch at Jordan Lake Dam Feb. 21
Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire in Durham Feb. 21
Need to clear out your stash of old games and toys? Want to raid someone else's stash of toys and games? Either way, the Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire, 3400 Westgate Drive, Durham, will help you do the job. It takes place Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. More info in the Facebook event. It costs just $5 to register to sell items. Registration ends February 20, 2026, … [Read more...] about Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire in Durham Feb. 21
Kids can make a birdhouse for free at Lowe’s on Feb. 21
Lowe's Kids' Workshops and The Home Depot Kids' Workshops are both fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory. The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic building skills, as well as safety. The Home Depot Kids' Workshops The Home Depot's Kids' Workshops take place the first Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. to … [Read more...] about Kids can make a birdhouse for free at Lowe’s on Feb. 21
Dunkin’ gives away free limited-edition iced “coffee glove” on Feb. 20
On February 20, 2026, Dunkin’ is giving away a FREE limited-edition Dunkin’ iced "coffee glove" with the purchase of any iced beverage at participating locations. The glove provides a little insulation for a iced coffee lover’s sipping hand. The giveaway is available while supplies last — starting at 10 a.m. We learned that each participating location will have 20 gloves to give away, so if you … [Read more...] about Dunkin’ gives away free limited-edition iced “coffee glove” on Feb. 20
Ethos Children’s Business Fair in Cary March 21
Ethos Children's Business Fair is a free, public, community event where children between the ages of 6 and 15 have independently started up their businesses beginning to end from product design and creation to business plan and marketing strategy, product promotion and booth display. The Ethos Children's Business Fair takes place Saturday, March 21, 2026, 1 to 4 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 … [Read more...] about Ethos Children’s Business Fair in Cary March 21
Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park this spring
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a live music series, Live at Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Concerts return in spring of 2026. The free concerts take place at Academy Plaza. Learn all about the incredible Downtown Cary Park, including more free events. You can find all the Live at Lunch concerts (and more) at … [Read more...] about Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park this spring
60 Black History Month events in the Triangle 2026
Black History Month, which takes place in February every year, is celebrated throughout Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle, with festivals, storytelling, performances, lectures and much more. We're put together a list of some of the special events taking place around the Triangle for Black History Month in 2026, as well as a few places that have a focus on African American … [Read more...] about 60 Black History Month events in the Triangle 2026
