Fall For Five Points is a celebration of the Five Points community. The festival takes place Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at 2000 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC. This is a free festival that features music, a kids' zone, entertainment, vendors, food and drink. Music Entertainment Shop Food and Drink … [Read more...] about Fall for Five Points Festival Oct 10
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Apex Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade Dec. 4-5
Celebrate the season in Apex, North Carolina with a full schedule of Christmas events. The tree lighting ceremony on December 4, 2026, features vendors, entertainment, pictures with Santa and more. Then, the next day, enjoy the Apex Rotary Christmas Parade. Apex Tree Lighting The Apex Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place Friday, December 4, 2026, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Town Hall Campus, … [Read more...] about Apex Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade Dec. 4-5
Veterans Day Tribute in Knightdale Nov. 8
Two Green Thumbs Garden Club and the Town of Knightdale are presenting a Veterans Day Tribute on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 2 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park Veterans Memorial, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Tribute in Knightdale Nov. 8
Final Day of Prime Big Deal Days Oct. 6-7
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Whether or not you took advantage of Prime Day in July, you have another chance to take advantage of extreme savings on Amazon before the Black Friday / Cyber Monday sales. Amazon is bringing back a very popular shopping event -- Prime Big Deal Days on October 6 and 7, 2026. This is a chance to get a jump on your holiday shopping and get the best deals on the products you've been looking … [Read more...] about Final Day of Prime Big Deal Days Oct. 6-7
34th Annual Boylan Heights ArtWalk Dec 6
The 34th Annual Boylan Heights ArtWalk takes place Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. It takes place in the Boylan Heights neighborhood of Raleigh and is free to attend. Boylan Heights is located in Downtown Raleigh between Hillsborough Street and Western Boulevard along Boylan Avenue. The event is free and parking is available along the street. Artists and craftspeople will … [Read more...] about 34th Annual Boylan Heights ArtWalk Dec 6
8 Day of the Dead celebrations in the Triangle
Día de Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a traditional Mexican holiday in which participants remember and pray for their friends and family members who have passed away. The holiday features altars to loved ones and brightly painted sugar skulls. Read on to learn about some some celebrations, festivals and workshops in Raleigh, Durham, and the rest of the Triangle, where you can learn about and … [Read more...] about 8 Day of the Dead celebrations in the Triangle
National Taco Day deals in the Triangle Oct. 6
National Taco Day is a cause for celebration. It's a day to honor the taco, one of the most versatile and tasty foods. It takes place on the first Tuesday of October, which is October 6, 2026. Read on for some deals! You might also be interested in: National Taco Day Deals for 2026 Chuy's Chuy's is offering a free entrée of your choice if you dress like a taco. Just wear your taco … [Read more...] about National Taco Day deals in the Triangle Oct. 6
National Taco Day at Chuy’s: Dress like a taco and get a free entrée Oct. 6
Celebrate National Taco Day at Chuy's on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. It's time to dust off your taco costume. Dress like a taco, head to Chuy's, post a picture on social media and show your server. You'll receive a free dine-in entrée of your choice. Here are all the deals: For the free taco, come into Chuy's dressed like a taco, show your server that you posted a photo with "Posting for a free … [Read more...] about National Taco Day at Chuy’s: Dress like a taco and get a free entrée Oct. 6
The Blackbird Tailgate: Panthers vs. Eagles at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest on Oct. 18: Free hot dogs while supplies last!
Blackbird Brewery, 3608 Rogers Branch Road #101, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a family-owned, brewer-owned brewery with a 1,000-square-foot taproom, and a 5,000-square-foot outdoor patio and beer garden. You can find their events on the brewery's events calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Free Live Music: Last updated 10/5/2026. Events are subject to change. Double-check Blackbird … [Read more...] about The Blackbird Tailgate: Panthers vs. Eagles at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest on Oct. 18: Free hot dogs while supplies last!
Canceled: Fall Festival at Highland United Methodist Church Oct. 11
UPDATE: This event has been canceled, due to the weather forecast for October 11. Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Fall Festival on Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. This is a reschedule date, due to the weather forecast on October 4. Admission is free. Enjoy delicious food, fun games, and the chance to make new friends. And … [Read more...] about Canceled: Fall Festival at Highland United Methodist Church Oct. 11
