Nurses Appreciation Week is May 6 to 12, 2025, and we all know that nurses deserve a ton of appreciation (all year long.) We will be updating this page with special deals that businesses are offering to nurses this week. Please make sure to follow each link for the details. And please also scroll down this page for a huge, day-by-day list of food deals in the Triangle. Deals for Nurses … [Read more...] about Nurses Appreciation Week Freebies and Deals 2025
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Teacher Appreciation Week deals 2025: freebies and deals
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5 to 9, 2025. so you can expect to lots of deals and freebies for teachers during this time. Several businesses are offering special deals and freebies to educators just during this time, and some offer deals all year long. Make sure to click each link to get all the details. As always, participation might vary, so if the deal is from a chain make sure to verify … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Week deals 2025: freebies and deals
UNC Students: BOGO Big Zax Snak Meal at new Zaxbys in Chapel Hill
Zaxbys has a new location: 127 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. UNC Chapel Hill students: there's a special deal for you! Show your student ID at the register and receive a buy one, get one free offer on the Big Zax Snak meal. The BOGO deal is good through May 8, 2025. A Big Zax Snak Meal includes three chicken fingerz with Zax Sauce, Texas toast, crinkled fries and a small … [Read more...] about UNC Students: BOGO Big Zax Snak Meal at new Zaxbys in Chapel Hill
Free doughnuts at Krispy Kreme May 7 — no purchase required
As Americans race to state DMVs across the country to meet the May 7th REAL ID deadline, Krispy Kreme is offering a consolation prize to relieve some of the stress. On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, Krispy Kreme is giving everyone a free Original Glazed doughnut all day in-shop or via the drive-thru at participating locations. No purchase is required. The deal is for everyone. You don't need to use … [Read more...] about Free doughnuts at Krispy Kreme May 7 — no purchase required
Mosaic Market, with live music
Mosaic holds the Mosaic Market once a month at The Works Yard, 367 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, North Carolina. The market features artisan crafts, fresh produce and a vibrant community atmosphere, including live music. It takes place the first Wednesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. The markets are currently scheduled through October 1, 2025. Look for updates at … [Read more...] about Mosaic Market, with live music
Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 23-24
The Town of Cary's Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is back for 2024! It will take place August 23 and 24, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall Campus in Downtown Cary, 316 N. Academy Street, Cary. This is a free festival. The 49th Annual Lazy Day Arts and Crafts Festival features: Check back soon for details. … [Read more...] about Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 23-24
CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 17
The Raleigh-Durham AfroCaribbean-Association presents the Annual CaribMask Carnival Parade and Festival Village on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 12 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. The parade starts at 12 p.m. at the North Carolina State Capitol, and proceeds to the festival village, which is at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. The festival village and main stage entertainment will … [Read more...] about CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 17
Free Tree Giveaway at St. Paul’s Christian Church in Raleigh on May 6
Trees for the Triangle is hosting a FREE tree giveaway on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at St. Paul's Christian Church, 3331 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. These are not seedlings! These will be well-established trees, ranging from 3 gallon, 5 gallon and 7 gallon pots. You might need a truck or larger SUV for a 7 gallon pot. Register for a tree here. When you fill … [Read more...] about Free Tree Giveaway at St. Paul’s Christian Church in Raleigh on May 6
The Secret Science Club NC presents free astronomy/astrophysics talk May 6
New York’s famous popular science lecture series, The Secret Science Club, is now in North Carolina. The events take place at 7 p.m., at Lapin Bleu, 106A N. Graham Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. These are free events and suitable for a general, science-friendly audience. No RSVP required. Upcoming Secret Science Club events: … [Read more...] about The Secret Science Club NC presents free astronomy/astrophysics talk May 6
Free Live Music at both Oaklyn Springs locations
Oaklyn Springs Brewery has two locations: Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home brewing operation, and now works to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events, and you can find them listed on their website calendar. Or check the Facebook page for the Brewery and the Facebook page for the taproom. 2912 N Main Street -- … [Read more...] about Free Live Music at both Oaklyn Springs locations