Update: Canceled. Near & Far Festival is a street party in Chapel Hill that celebrates global culture within Chapel Hill. This free festival takes place Sunday, April 19th, 2020, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the corner of Rosemary Street and Columbia Street in Downtown Chapel Hill. This event is free, and open to all. Community and campus cultural groups share their heritage through … [Read more...] about Canceled: Near & Far Festival in Chapel Hill April 19
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
“Pay What You Can” at Kidzu Children’s Museum — no longer in effect
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UPDATE: The "pay what you want" program is no longer in effect. Learn about the free days at museums all over the Triangle. More upcoming events and activities for kids in the Triangle … [Read more...] about “Pay What You Can” at Kidzu Children’s Museum — no longer in effect
On hold. Triangle Blues Society’s 1st Sunday Jam with guest hosts: The Fabulous Rehabaneros
This event is on hold. The Triangle Blues Society is a group devoted to supporting, promoting and growing blues music in Raleigh, Durham and beyond. The first Sunday of every month they hold their 1st Sunday Jam from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Blue Note Grill, 709 Washington Street, Durham. There's no cover to listen to the music or to participate. The guest hosts March 1st, 2020, are The … [Read more...] about On hold. Triangle Blues Society’s 1st Sunday Jam with guest hosts: The Fabulous Rehabaneros
Black History Month Storytelling (and more) at Chatham Community Library
Chatham Community Library, at 197 Highway 87 N, Pittsboro, presents a huge number of free events for the community, including film screenings, technology classes, story times for young children, book clubs, genealogy programs and more. You can find all of the events on their website calendar. Here are just a few that we are highlighting: Black History Month Film Screening: February One: The … [Read more...] about Black History Month Storytelling (and more) at Chatham Community Library
Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
Check out the new pump track at Martin Luther King Park, 1120 Hillsborough Road, Carrboro. Join members of the Carrboro Police Department on Saturday, February 29th, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and ride the track with them. The officers will be promoting bicycle safety and riding the track with participants. This is a free event. The event will be rescheduled if the track is … [Read more...] about Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
Free improv and standup comedy at The PIT Chapel Hill
The Pit Chapel Hill, at 462 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, is a comedy club that presents stand-up and improv comedy shows, and also hosts comedy classes. PIT stands for The Peoples Improv Theater. Visit The PIT's Facebook page to see a full listing of upcoming events. Here are some upcoming free and inexpensive events: House Teams Improv Fridays, scheduled through February 28th, … [Read more...] about Free improv and standup comedy at The PIT Chapel Hill
Final Friday Cary Art Loop
The final Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., downtown Cary showcases its artists and musicians during Final Friday Cary Art Loop. Visit art galleries and enjoy live performances. The Cary Art Loop Facebook page is updated frequently with information about the events. Scroll down for an interactive map of all the participating venues, but make sure to check the Cary Art Loop Facebook … [Read more...] about Final Friday Cary Art Loop
Nerd Nite Raleigh–Thinking and Drinking rescheduled to Feb 27
Nerd Nite is a monthly event held in more than 100 cities across the globe. At these events, several people each give a 20-minute fun, yet informative, presentation across all disciplines. There's also trivia and door prizes. These events are limited to those age 21+ since there's drinking. Next up (please note the new location) Nerd Nite Raleigh Thursday, February 27th, 2020 7 p.m. to … [Read more...] about Nerd Nite Raleigh–Thinking and Drinking rescheduled to Feb 27
Study Night — free specials just for students — at The Honeysuckle
Honeysuckle Cafe and Bar, 601 W Main Street, Carrboro, is the downtown Carrboro storefront for Honeysuckle Farm and Gardens. At Honeysuckle Cafe and Bar, enjoy smoothies, teas, meads, pastries, baked goods and artisan sandwiches. All ingredients and products are sourced locally whenever possible. Honeysuckle Cafe and Bar hosts frequent events. Find them all on their … [Read more...] about Study Night — free specials just for students — at The Honeysuckle
Free admission to Museum of Life + Science to Durham residents on Community Days
The museum is temporarily closed now. Please check back soon for updates. Museum of Life + Science, at 433 West Murray Avenue in Durham, is an interactive science park on 84 acres. It includes a two-story science center, a large butterfly conservatory, and 60 species of live animals in its outdoor exhibits. Admission is $21 for adults, $19 for seniors and military members, and $16 for kids … [Read more...] about Free admission to Museum of Life + Science to Durham residents on Community Days
