The Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham is presenting their annual summer concert on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 4 p.m., at Duke University Chapel, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. The concert features Rachmaninoff’s All-Night Vigil, sung in Church Slavonic. The Vocal Arts Ensemble of Durham was founded in 1996 by Rodney Wynkoop … [Read more...] about Vocal Arts Ensemble Summer Concert at Duke University Chapel June 22
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Solstice Fest at Shadowbox Studio
Shadowbox Studio hosts film events, as well as live music and other arts events. Sometimes there's a ticket required, and sometimes the events are free, but donations are always appreciated. Shadowbox Studio is at 220-D Dominion Street, Durham, inside the Ample Storage complex. You can find their events at shadowboxstudio.org/events/. Upcoming Events Photographer Slideshow … [Read more...] about Solstice Fest at Shadowbox Studio
Free (and discount) smoothies for National Smoothie Day and the start of summer
Saturday, June 21, 2025, is National Smoothie Day and the first day of summer. Here are some ways to enjoy the day with free or discount smoothies in the Triangle. Make sure to follow each link for the important details. Also, please note that every deal is at participating locations only. If you want to be sure that a location is participating before you head out, call first. Jamba Jamba … [Read more...] about Free (and discount) smoothies for National Smoothie Day and the start of summer
This summer get a dozen Tiff’s Treats cookies for 46 days for $99
Tiff's Treats is offering a Summer Pass. Pay $99 and get a dozen cookies delivered to you every day from July 1 to August 15, 2025. You just pay the delivery charge. This might be a good idea if you work with a team to share the cookies with. (It might not be a good idea if you work at home on your own and would eat a dozen cookies every day.) You don't have to have them all delivered to you … [Read more...] about This summer get a dozen Tiff’s Treats cookies for 46 days for $99
How to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in 2025
Free, nutritious meals are available to children up to age 18 this summer, through August, 2025. These programs, most of which are funded by the USDA, are available to all kids. There is no income requirement for the meals. The federal program is intended to fill the nutrition gap that can occur when school is not in session. We're listing a few different ways to find the free meal sites. Make … [Read more...] about How to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in 2025
301 Endless Yard Sale June 20-21
Shop for treasures from 500+ vendors along a 100-mile stretch of highway at the 301 Endless Yard Sale. It takes place June 10 and 21, 2025. Now in its 13th year, the 301 Endless Yard Sale is hosted in a variety of towns located along US 301 in the counties of Johnston, Halifax, Wilson, Nash and Harnett, on a 100-mile stretch of highway. Vendors' hours might vary a little bit but most will be … [Read more...] about 301 Endless Yard Sale June 20-21
Free Community Day at North Carolina Museum of Art June 21: “The Time Is Always Now”
North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a free family-friendly community day focusing on the exhibition "The Time Is Always Now" on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The special event takes place in the East Building and Museum Plaza. Enjoy free exhibition access and family-friendly tours, work on hands-on activities to create … [Read more...] about Free Community Day at North Carolina Museum of Art June 21: “The Time Is Always Now”
The Boulder Garden Solstice Festival June 21
The Boulder Garden, at 328 Roney Street, Durham, North Carolina, is a bouldering gym that combines bouldering, art, community building and environmental activism. The gym includes over 2,000 square feet of climbing terrain, a top-out section and outdoor event space. The Boulder Garden is celebrating solstice with a Garden Solstice Festival on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. … [Read more...] about The Boulder Garden Solstice Festival June 21
Zebulon Juneteenth Celebration June 19 and 21
The Town of Zebulon is celebrating Juneteenth in 2025 with two free events at Zebulon Community Center and Park. Juneteenth KickoffThursday, June 19, 20257 to 9 p.m.Zebulon Community Center301 S Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, North Carolina Local performers, music, kids' activities and educational experiences. Juneteenth CelebrationSaturday, June 21, 20254 to 7:30 p.m.Zebulon Community Park401 S … [Read more...] about Zebulon Juneteenth Celebration June 19 and 21
Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration at Latta University Historic Park
The inaugural Juneteenth celebration at Latta University Historic Park, 1001 Parker Street, Raleigh, NC, will take place Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free event for all ages. Enjoy a celebratory Juneteenth festival with live storytelling, musical performances, food trucks, and crafts for kids in a historic park honoring African American freedom and … [Read more...] about Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration at Latta University Historic Park
