Scrap Exchange and Lakewood Shopping Center, 2020 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Every Day is Earth Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a free event that includes: … [Read more...] about Every Day is Earth Day — Party at The Scrap Exchange and Lakewood April 18
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 18
Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free family event in Downtown Wake Forest focuses on celebrating the heart and history of Wake Forest. The event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options and much more! The festival takes … [Read more...] about Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 18
16th Annual ‘Cuegrass Festival April 18
16th Annual North Carolina 'Cuegrass Festival returns to Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The festival is free to attend, but raises funds for local children's causes, so donations are welcome. This festival celebrate two of the great things about North Carolina: Barbecue and Bluegrass. There will also be a vendor village on Fayetteville Street, near … [Read more...] about 16th Annual ‘Cuegrass Festival April 18
25th Annual Children’s Day Festival of Cary: International music, dance, crafts, food April 18
On Saturday, April 18, 2026, Children's Day Festival of Cary will take place from 1 to 7 p.m. at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Admission is free. It is a mini version of the nation-wide celebrations that have been taking place in Turkey since 1920 as a national holiday. It's an international festival for kids, and an event where children are exposed to several … [Read more...] about 25th Annual Children’s Day Festival of Cary: International music, dance, crafts, food April 18
NC History Between the Lines — a local history book club, meeting Apr. 18
The Chatham County Historical Museum invites you to join NC History Between the Lines, a monthly book club exploring our local area’s rich past through engaging reads that connect with historical themes. Whether you’re a lifelong history lover or simply curious about the people and events that shaped our area, they would love for you to join. Come read, learn, and share your perspectives as we … [Read more...] about NC History Between the Lines — a local history book club, meeting Apr. 18
Chapel Hill switching from fireworks to a drone show this July 4
This year, instead of the traditional fireworks show, Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture will be presenting a 4th of July Drone Show on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 7 to 9:45 p.m., at Chapel Hill High School, 9217 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Technology meets creativity in this year’s drone show at Chapel Hill High School, presented by Skyworx. A collection of 300 … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill switching from fireworks to a drone show this July 4
80s Pub Prom at West 94th Street Pub in Durham May 16
West 94th Street Pub, 4711 Hope Valley Road, #6C, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent events, which you can find on its Facebook page. Read on for a few! Upcoming Events Pub's 80s Prom "Forever Young"Saturday, May 16, 20268 p.m. to midnightFree Dress in your best 80s outfits and dance to your favorite 80s songs. Crown the prom king and queen and compete for special superlative awards. … [Read more...] about 80s Pub Prom at West 94th Street Pub in Durham May 16
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration June 19
Celebrate Juneteenth at the annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration. The event takes place at Hargraves Community Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Juneteenth festivities … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration June 19
A Visit with Friends — Meet birds of prey from CLAWSVisit with raptors at Starrlight Mead Apr. 18
Starrlight Mead specializes in honey wine, also known as mead. The mead is made right on the property, from local North Carolina honey. Starrlight Mead is at 130 Lorax Lane in Pittsboro, behind Chatham Marketplace, under the water tower. Starrlight Mead also hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page or website calendar. Upcoming Events A Visit with Friends -- Meet … [Read more...] about A Visit with Friends — Meet birds of prey from CLAWSVisit with raptors at Starrlight Mead Apr. 18
Raleigh’s Summer Concert Series returns to Fletcher Park and Pullen Park in 2026
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is hosting a summer concert series in Fletcher Park and Pullen Park the summer of 2026. These concerts are free to attend. They take place on select Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. from May 31 to August 23, 2026 Raleigh Summer Concert Series 2026 Check here for any changes to the schedule. Fred Fletcher Park Pullen Park … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Summer Concert Series returns to Fletcher Park and Pullen Park in 2026
