Triangle's Train: New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, is offering free train rides to military service members on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16, 2026. The hour-long ride travels on historic railroad track from Bonsal to New Hill and back. Included in the invitation are active duty service members and veterans. Service members and veterans are encouraged … [Read more...] about Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway offering free rides for military service members on Armed Forces Day
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56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham — headliner Doug E. Fresh
The 56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival will take place Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This festival is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. This is a FREE event for all ages. The event includes: Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Main Stage … [Read more...] about 56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham — headliner Doug E. Fresh
Queen Bee Bash at SEEDS in Durham May 16: bee hive demos, arts and crafts more…
SEEDS, at 706 Gilbert Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its 2nd Annual Queen Bee Bash on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Join for the second annual Queen Bee Bash at Seeds! The Queen Bee Bash celebrates caregivers in whatever form they take – parents, older siblings, mentors, grandparents and other guardian figures – as well as the families they … [Read more...] about Queen Bee Bash at SEEDS in Durham May 16: bee hive demos, arts and crafts more…
Pickin’ in the Park in Knightdale May 16
The Town of Knightdale is presenting a new annual event, Pickin' in the Park, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. Admission is free. Get ready to enjoy some delicious barbecue and awesome music! PRIME Barbecue, in collaboration with the Town of Knightdale, will be bringing together an incredible lineup of … [Read more...] about Pickin’ in the Park in Knightdale May 16
Pop Up Skate Park at Dix Park May 16
Skate Raleigh is bringing a Pop Up Skate Park to Gipson Play Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This free all-ages, all-skill-level event welcomes beginners and experienced skaters alike. Real skate features will be set up in the park, with instructors and volunteers on hand to offer tips, support, and encouragement. Whether … [Read more...] about Pop Up Skate Park at Dix Park May 16
HBOT4Heroes Charity Motorcycle Ride, with post-ride party (music and free food!) for everyone May 16
HBOT 4 Heroes is a charity motorcycle ride starting and ending at Raging Bull Harley-Davidson, 300 Muldee Street, Durham. North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 10 a.m. This ride raises money to help prevent veteran suicide. This is a 60-mile police-escorted ride. The cost is $25 per rider and $15 per passenger during pre-registration, and $30/$20 the day of the ride. Register … [Read more...] about HBOT4Heroes Charity Motorcycle Ride, with post-ride party (music and free food!) for everyone May 16
Oak City Voices: Sing a Song of Shakespeare May 16
Oak City Voices is presenting Sing a Song of Shakespeare on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 5 p.m., at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh, 3313 Wade Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for youth and seniors. Tickets are free for kids under age 13. Music plays an important role in Shakespeare’s work, with around 100 songs across the 39 plays. Yet, almost … [Read more...] about Oak City Voices: Sing a Song of Shakespeare May 16
Grace-Filled Free Market at Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church rescheduled to May 16
Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church, 4926 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a Grace Filled Free Market on May 16, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast for May 2. All are welcome. Everything is free! Announced on Facebook. If you'd like to donate events ahead of time, please contact the church. … [Read more...] about Grace-Filled Free Market at Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church rescheduled to May 16
Raleigh Twilight Market at Smoky Hollow: vendors, live DJs, more on May 16
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRs Society is presenting Raleigh Twilight Market on the 3rd Saturday of each month, from March to December, 2026, at Smoky Hollow, 421 N Harrington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It does not take place in … [Read more...] about Raleigh Twilight Market at Smoky Hollow: vendors, live DJs, more on May 16
Cars and Coffee Raleigh: Exotic & Classic Car Show May 16
Cars and Coffee Raleigh hosts car shows at various locations in the Triangle. The shows are family and pet friendly, and are free to attend. Follow Cars and Coffee Raleigh on Facebook for announcements about the shows. Exotic and Classic Car Show and MarketSaturday, May 16, 20269 a.m. to 12 p.m.Boxyard RTP900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, NCFree For this day only, Boxyard RTP is opening … [Read more...] about Cars and Coffee Raleigh: Exotic & Classic Car Show May 16
