Triangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus several Fridays, from June 16 to August 20, 2026. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and the movies start at 10 a.m. No outside food or drink permitted. Concessions are available. Summer 2026 Schedule … [Read more...] about Free kids’ movies this summer at Triangle Cinemas
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 16 to August 5, 2026. On each day you'll get the choice of two movies, one at 9:30 a.m. and one at 9:45 a.m. There will be concession specials: A Junior drink and popcorn for $4.50, and a small drink and popcorn … [Read more...] about Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Free Patriotic Pops concert by North Carolina Symphony in Southern Village in Chapel Hill June 18
The North Carolina Symphony is presenting a free concert on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 8 to 10 p.m., at Southern Village Green, Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. North Carolina Symphony, conducted by Sophie Mok, will perform patriotic favorites to celebrate America 250. Featuring vocalist Taylor Troyer. Program Enjoy patriotic favorites such as: You can bring blankets, low … [Read more...] about Free Patriotic Pops concert by North Carolina Symphony in Southern Village in Chapel Hill June 18
Bimbé Weekday Events: Cypher at the Bull, more…
Leading up to the 56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival, there will be several Bimbé Weekday Events in Durham. These are FREE, community-centered happenings. Bimbé Block partyWednesday, May 13, 20266 to 8 p.m.Holton Career and Resource Center Athletic Field401 N. Driver Street, Durham, NCFreeAll Ages Enjoy an evening of carnival-style games, community fun, and great food. The first 150 … [Read more...] about Bimbé Weekday Events: Cypher at the Bull, more…
Mini Med School — monthly series from UNC School of Medicine
UNC School of Medicine is presenting a free monthly lecture series, Mini Med School, at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. All ages are welcome. You can also attend on Zoom. More information and a registration link. Mini Med School takes place once a month (usually a Tuesday) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mini Med School Schedule … [Read more...] about Mini Med School — monthly series from UNC School of Medicine
FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
FM2FV Concert Series is a free outdoor concert series at Centennial Square, 102 North Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. The concerts, which are scheduled for the spring and fall each year, take place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. FM2FV Spring Concerts 2026 No pets or coolers are allowed. There will be a number of food trucks and beer vendors at each concert. … [Read more...] about FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
Free Spring Concert Series at Sweetwater: Julia Golden
The final concert in Sweetwater Town Center's Spring Concert Series takes place Friday, May 15, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. It takes place on the Market Square Lawn at Sweetwater Town Center, 1481 Richardson Road, Apex, North Carolina. Performing are Jamey Meeter and headliner Julia Golden. Julia Golden was seen on The Voice (Season 29), and is a CCMA Emerging New Artist winner, and 3-time Best of … [Read more...] about Free Spring Concert Series at Sweetwater: Julia Golden
Weird Pot Party: Artists will be live painting Downtown Durham’s large planters during Third Friday
A highlight of Downtown Durham's Third Friday on May 15, 2026, is Weird Production's and Downtown Durham's Weird Pot Party from 6 to 9 p.m. 10 artists will be live painting 10 of Downtown Durham's large planters. Plus, there will be a DJ, some weird art and more at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. Start at CCB Plaza, get your map and work your way around Downtown, checking … [Read more...] about Weird Pot Party: Artists will be live painting Downtown Durham’s large planters during Third Friday
Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 24
The Town of Apex is presenting Sushi & Sumo, as part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, on Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Apex Community Park Volleyball Courts, Apex Community Park Drive, Apex, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather on the original event. This is a free event. Raijin Sumo, a North Carolina based … [Read more...] about Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 24
Durham Labor Choir’s Spring Concert on May 15
Durham Labor Choir performs labor songs to celebrate the workers of Durham. The group is presenting Bread & Roses: Spring Concert on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina. Experience powerful labor classics and new re-writes around the theme of textiles and women of the labor movement. Bring your … [Read more...] about Durham Labor Choir’s Spring Concert on May 15
