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 Underground Market the 2nd Sunday of the month from March to December, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Midtown Park, North Hills, 4011 Cardinall at North Hills Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about Raleigh Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more…
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Free Concert by New River Ensemble for Kids and Families at Meredith College — with a chance to play music too on May 10
Meredith College is hosting a FREE concert with New River Ensemble for kids and families. The concert takes place on Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 3 to 3:45 p.m., at Carswell Recital Hall, Wainwright Music Building, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The concert is free, but donations will be accepted at the door. American Tales is a multimedia program that combines children’s … [Read more...] about Free Concert by New River Ensemble for Kids and Families at Meredith College — with a chance to play music too on May 10
Whole Foods Market’s Mother’s Day deal: 15-stem bunch of tulips for $9.99
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Whole Foods Market is offering a special deal on flowers for Mother's Day. From May 6 to 12, 2026, get a 15-stem bunch of tulips for only $9.99. This deal is exclusively for Prime members. Try Prime for 30 days for free. The deal is valid for single-color, multicolor, bicolor and classic 15-stem bunches only. If you shop in the store, Whole Foods has floral wrapping stations on-site so you … [Read more...] about Whole Foods Market’s Mother’s Day deal: 15-stem bunch of tulips for $9.99
Letterland Days at Pullen Park
The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character cutouts will be displayed throughout Pullen Park. Families are invited to visit the park to search for their favorite Letterlanders hidden around the park. This is a free event. This annual … [Read more...] about Letterland Days at Pullen Park
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2026 season. Dates … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
Scrabble Social at Edit Beer on May 16
Raleigh-Durham Scrabble Club is celebrating one year of games with a Scrabble Social on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Edit Beer, 1911 Sego Court, #101, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event, but please consider purchasing something from Edit Beer. Enjoy a casual session, with cake and prizes. You don't need to join the Scrabble club to participate. Just swing by and play … [Read more...] about Scrabble Social at Edit Beer on May 16
(Really Really) Free Markets in the Triangle — 5 monthly markets where you can shop for free
A free market is different than a vendor market or a flea market, because everything is (really) free. No money is exchanged and there's no bartering or trading. Everything is given away freely. If you have stuff you'd like to give away, you can bring it. (Just make sure to take away anything that's not taken at the end of the market.) If you want or need stuff, just take it. You can offer free … [Read more...] about (Really Really) Free Markets in the Triangle — 5 monthly markets where you can shop for free
Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9
On May 9, 2026, Lowe’s is giving the first 150 customers at every location FREE Spring Flowers — starting at 10 a.m. Flowers may vary by location. No purchase necessary. Look for the giveaway station at each location. If you can’t find it, ask an employee for assistance in locating it. The giveaway is only available for MyLowe’s Rewards members. Join MyLowe’s Rewards here. You must show … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9
Concerts on the Creek at Hub RTP: Too Phat Brass Band May 9
Hub RTP is hosting Concerts on the Creek the second Saturday of the month in March, April, May, June, and September, 2026, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. This is a FREE concert series. Families, friends and music lovers are invited to gather alongside Hub RTP’s Burdens Creek boardwalk for an open-air showcase of standout performers and nationally acclaimed musical talent. Band Lineup You'll find … [Read more...] about Concerts on the Creek at Hub RTP: Too Phat Brass Band May 9
The Market at Raleigh Iron Works May 9
Join Triangle Pop-Up the 2nd Saturday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., for The Market at Raleigh Iron Works, at 1101 E Whitaker Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. 2200 Atlantic Avenue is also a good address. You can find a Facebook event for each market on Triangle Pop-Up's Facebook page. This market features all local artisans, as well as food and drink, and live music. The Market at … [Read more...] about The Market at Raleigh Iron Works May 9
