2026 is a big year for Friday the 13th. There will be three months that have a Friday the 13th -- February, March, and November. This is the maximum number of Friday the 13ths that are possible in one calendar year. So if you make it through February 13th unscathed, don't let down your guard. It will be back before you know it. There are a several origin stories that suggest why Friday the … [Read more...] about How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Krispy Kreme: 13¢ dozen doughnuts with purchase of dozen on Friday the 13th
Krispy Kreme is turning Friday the 13th into a lucky day for fans. On Friday, March 13, 2026, get an Original Glazed dozen for 13¢ with the purchase of any dozen at regular price. The one-day offer is available at participating shops across the U.S. in-shop and for pickup or delivery through Krispy Kreme’s app and website using promo code 13 at checkout. Limit one per guest. More info in … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: 13¢ dozen doughnuts with purchase of dozen on Friday the 13th
Guest Nights at the Morehead Observatory at UNC Chapel Hill
On the fourth floor of the East side of the Morehead Planetarium complex, at 250 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is the Morehead Observatory. The Morehead Observatory is an astronomical observatory with a Perkin-Elmer telescope. Chapel Hill undergraduate and graduate students use it to obtain data for their research and to prepare themselves to use the telescopes at national … [Read more...] about Guest Nights at the Morehead Observatory at UNC Chapel Hill
Zine Making & Folding at Blackbird Books and Coffee on March 12
Blackbird Books & Coffee, at 323 Blake Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts frequent events, including book clubs, author events and more. You can see these events on their events page. Read on to learn about one upcoming free event. Zine Making & Folding with Quarry Little LibraryThursday, March 12, 20265:30 p.m.Free (register at the above link.) Make zines, swap your own zines, or … [Read more...] about Zine Making & Folding at Blackbird Books and Coffee on March 12
Great Decisions Discussion Series at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh
The Great Decisions discussion series is presented annually by the Foreign Policy Association to the nation as a public educational opportunity, introducing impartial and thought-provoking analyses on globally important topics facing America today. Each session includes the Foreign Policy Association video presentation on the topic of the week, a short talk by a local speaker knowledgeable on … [Read more...] about Great Decisions Discussion Series at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh
Ment Beverage Co.: Doodle & Drink Apr. 2
Ment Beverage Co., at American Tobacco Campus, 312 Blackwell Street, Suite 103, Durham, North Carolina, is a diverse tasting room and home of Honeygirl Meadery. The tasting room has both indoor and outdoor seating, 24 unique taps, award-winning mead, cider, seltzers, local draft beer, non-alcoholic beverages and more. Free parking is available. Ment Beverage hosts frequent events, which … [Read more...] about Ment Beverage Co.: Doodle & Drink Apr. 2
Bunny Breakfast Bash in Knightdale on March 28
Knightdale Parks, Recreation and Cultural Programs is hosting Bunny Breakfast Bash on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., at Knightdale Recreation Center, 102 Lawson Ridge Road, Knightdale, North Carolina. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, fun springtime crafts, amazing balloon art, and snap the photos with a special guest. A perfect celebration for the whole family to welcome the season … [Read more...] about Bunny Breakfast Bash in Knightdale on March 28
Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at Fenton, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. The celebration takes place by Paragon Theaters. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Raleigh Little Theatre’s Backstage Night and 2026/2027 Season Announcement on March 11
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, NC, is holding Backstage Night on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m. This is a free event and RSVPs are not required. Visitors can get a tour of Raleigh Little Theatre's historic building, meet experienced volunteers, learn about how this community of theatre-makers collaborate to create theatrical productions and educational classes, … [Read more...] about Raleigh Little Theatre’s Backstage Night and 2026/2027 Season Announcement on March 11
Carolina Brewery in Chapel Hill: Get a 12-pack for $12 the 12th of the month
Carolina Brewery, 460 W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, is owned by a third-generation UNC alumnus. Its award-winning, handcrafted beers are distributed across the Carolinas and Eastern Tennessee. You can find their Carolina Brewery Chapel Hill's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon! Recurring Events 12 for $12The 12th day of every month, all day, get … [Read more...] about Carolina Brewery in Chapel Hill: Get a 12-pack for $12 the 12th of the month
