UPDATE: This festival has been canceled for 2020, in the interest of public health. The 34th International Festival of Raleigh takes place Friday, March 6th, to Sunday, March 8th, 2020, at the Jim Graham Building and Exposition Center, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Friday, March 6th: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 7th: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, March 8th: … [Read more...] about International Festival of Raleigh has been canceled
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Free wine tasting at The Wine Feed Durham
The Wine Feed Durham, 307 South Roxboro Street, Durham, holds free wine tastings every Wednesday at 6 p.m. (Scroll down for information on other events.) Wine Wednesday Every Wednesday (currently scheduled through March 4th) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. FreeThe Wine Feed will feature a new set of wines to explore, taste and love every Wednesday. Wines are available by the glass and bottle after the … [Read more...] about Free wine tasting at The Wine Feed Durham
Lavender Planting Clinic at Hillsborough Farmers’ Market March 28
On Saturday, March 28th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sunshine Lavender Farm is holding a FREE lavender spring planting clinic and sale at the Hillsborough Farmers Market, 430 Waterstone Drive, Hillsborough. Info on the event: Choose from a variety of lavender seedlings proven on the farm to thrive in the South, and shop from our line of handcrafted gifts for body, garden, home and … [Read more...] about Lavender Planting Clinic at Hillsborough Farmers’ Market March 28
At Pure Life Theatre’s summer camp, kids can be part of a show — learn how to get FREE before and after camp care
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At Pure Life Theatre's Summer Camps, kids can be part of a show! This summer, your child can have an experience like no other! Days include dance, music, art, yoga and creative drama. Shows are directed by Deb Royals Mizerk, with music direction by Ronzel Bell and choreography by Chanda Branch and Aya Wallace. The camps take place in the Historic Royal Bakery Building, 3801 … [Read more...] about At Pure Life Theatre’s summer camp, kids can be part of a show — learn how to get FREE before and after camp care
Canceled: Near & Far Festival in Chapel Hill April 19
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
“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
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
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
