Durham Night Market returns to American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, in 2025. It's planned for four evenings (see below) from 5 to 9 p.m. At each of these events there will be a wide variety of vendors. This is a great way to support local! 2025 Durham Night Markets Vendors at May 22 Durham Night Market … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market at American Tobacco May 22
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Live in the District Music Series at Park West Village on Thursdays
Live in the District is a free outdoor concert series in Park West Village. It takes place in front of B&B Theatres -- Park West 14, 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville. Live in the District is happening every Thursday from April 17 to May 22, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This concert features some very popular beach music bands. Sit, stand, or dance! Local breweries and … [Read more...] about Live in the District Music Series at Park West Village on Thursdays
Music at the Stack — free, outdoor concert series at American Tobacco Campus
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle is presenting a free outdoor concert series, Music at the Stack, on Wednesdays from April 30 to May 21, 2025. The concerts take place at 6:30 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus, 316 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, at Stack Alley. Registration is not required, but it is appreciated. Schedule Food and beverages will be available for purchase from … [Read more...] about Music at the Stack — free, outdoor concert series at American Tobacco Campus
Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science May 21
The Museum of Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, has introduced a new program, Teen Science Cafe. Teen Science Cafe is a free event designed just for teens. Connect with a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) professional, hear about their exciting career, enjoy some free snacks, and dive into a fun, hands-on activity. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your … [Read more...] about Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science May 21
Smashburger: National Hamburger Day Deal May 28
Smashburger is celebrating National Hamburger Day with a special deal on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Get any Single (not Double) burger for $5.28 at participating locations. You can claim the deal in-store, or through Smashburger's website or app by using the promo code JUST528. Participating Smashburger locations in the Triangle: Find more National Hamburger Day deals. … [Read more...] about Smashburger: National Hamburger Day Deal May 28
Get half-price shakes every night at Sonic Drive-In for limited time
Sonic Drive-In is a favorite for its slushes, burgers, corn dogs and more. They offer frequent deals to make their treats more affordable. For the deals below, if they don't indicate a date, they are "for a limited time." It's always possible that a deal has expired before you read this post, and before we've updated it. But we'll be checking back frequently, and we hope you will too! Also, … [Read more...] about Get half-price shakes every night at Sonic Drive-In for limited time
Bright Black: Scented Reading Club May 20
Bright Black, at 2020 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina, is a local family business that creates candles. They use scent as a medium and candles as a platform for sharing positive narratives about Blackness. The Bright Black Scent Showroom features in-person shopping. Bright Black also hosts art exhibits, offers workshops, and more. Here's what's coming up. Scented Reading … [Read more...] about Bright Black: Scented Reading Club May 20
Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by The Lost Nomads and live bellydance performances by local bellydance students and performers. The next Beer and Bellydance takes place at Fortnight Brewery, 1006 SW Maynard Road, Cary, NC, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, from 8 to 10 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by the Lost Nomads and bellydance performances by local … [Read more...] about Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Kindergarten Graduation Celebration at YMCA Camp Kanata May 18 — canoeing, outdoor games, more…
YMCA of the Triangle is hosting a Kindergarten Celebration on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m., at YMCA Camp Kanata, 13524 Camp Kanata Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This event is free for graduating kindergarteners and their families. Pre-registration is required. When you sign up, you'll be automatically entered to win a free year of the Y Guides father/child program. The … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Graduation Celebration at YMCA Camp Kanata May 18 — canoeing, outdoor games, more…
South Stream Productions presents King Lear — “pay what you want” mother-daughter-production
South Stream Productions is presenting its 9th theatrical endeavor, William Shakespeare's King Lear. The production stars local mother-daughter duo, with Julie Oliver as Lear and Chloe Oliver as Cordelia and The Fool. Performances will take place at The Ridge, 2011 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on these dates: The performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. on … [Read more...] about South Stream Productions presents King Lear — “pay what you want” mother-daughter-production
