Switch Theatre is presenting Shakespeare in the Parks: As You Like It -- free professional productions around the Triangle in April and May of 2026. This tour of the Triangle stops in Chapel Hill, Cary, Durham, Raleigh and Knightdale. General admission is free. VIP seating options are available. Online reservations are recommended. As You Like It tells the story of a trio of would-be couples, … [Read more...] about Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of As You Like throughout the Triangle
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Visit Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill
Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday and Sunday, the sanctuary is open for visitors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Hours change according to the season.) The cows love visitors! If you'd like to feed the cows, you can bring bananas, carrots, cucumber and celery. … [Read more...] about Visit Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill
Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 24-26
From April 24 to 26, 2026, a different kind of baseball will be played at the Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 W Corporation Street, Durham, NC. See the schedule below. Sandlot Revival is a weekend of games between "sandlot" teams from across the country. The teams are made of folks who just like getting together and playing baseball. Winning is not everything. It's more of a fun, social time. … [Read more...] about Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 24-26
The Great Raleigh Yard Sale April 25-26
The Raleigh Market, which is at the NC State Fairgrounds every weekend, is hosting The Great Raleigh Yard Sale on April 25 and 26, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. This is a chance to sell your stuff without holding your own yard sale or even organizing a neighborhood sale. The Great Raleigh Yard Sale will have plenty of customers! And it goes without saying that as a buyer you'll find … [Read more...] about The Great Raleigh Yard Sale April 25-26
Free Burn Bootcamp Workout at Oak City Brewing Co., more
Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak City Brewing at 616 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. Oak City Brewing Company hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page or website … [Read more...] about Free Burn Bootcamp Workout at Oak City Brewing Co., more
Black Farmers’ Market: Apr. 26 in Raleigh
The Black Farmers' Market gives the public a chance to support Black farmers in the Triangle, and to enjoy the wonderful products that they offer the community. The market alternates between Raleigh and Durham. Please note that the Raleigh markets are in a new location in 2026. Please visit The Black Farmers' Market on Facebook to see updates. Want to learn why there is a Black Farmers' … [Read more...] about Black Farmers’ Market: Apr. 26 in Raleigh
Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Unleashed's Annual Spring Fling is a fun, free event for families, including the canine family members. Parking is also free. It takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Admission and parking are free. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Bluegrass on the Patio at Mason Jar Lager Company, and more
The Mason Jar Lager Co., at 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, hosts frequent events, many of them free. They host live music every Saturday. You can find them on The Mason Jar's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Bluegrass on the PatioSunday, April 26, 20261 p.m.Free Run the Quay Post-Race Family Fun DaySaturday, June 6, 20269:30 a.m.Free Recurring Events Check back soon. … [Read more...] about Bluegrass on the Patio at Mason Jar Lager Company, and more
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3
HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically other vendors, plus art and music. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 530 S. White Street, Wake Forest, on … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3
Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum Apr. 26
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Yoga in the Galleries, starting January 18, 2026. This is a FREE yoga class, taught by Elizabeth Comtois. It takes place from 1 to 2 p.m. on the following dates in 2026: Please bring your own mat and tools. This class is open for all ages and yoga levels. … [Read more...] about Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum Apr. 26
