The Rookery, at 115 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party on Saturday, May 3, 2025, starting at 2:30 p.m. The race starts at 6:57 p.m. They'll be broadcasting the whole coverage, and will also offer Mint Julep specials. … [Read more...] about Kentucky Derby Party at The Rookery in Hillsborough May 3
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 3
Celebrate both Mother's Day and Father's Day at the Ma & Pa Festival on May 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Ma & Pa Festival, presented by MAKRS Society, will feature: … [Read more...] about Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 3
Star Wars Day Event at Downtown Cary Park May 4
May 4th is Star Wars Day (May the Fourth Be With You!) and Downtown Cary Park is hosting a special event to celebrate. The May the 4th event takes place Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Choose your side. "Embrace the Dark Side" or "Join the Resistance." The event features: … [Read more...] about Star Wars Day Event at Downtown Cary Park May 4
Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 3
The Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival takes place Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., in Historic Downtown Smithfield. Smithfield is in Johnston County, about a 34 minute drive southeast of Raleigh. The festival features a full day of art, music, kids' activities, food and more. A popular feature of the festival is the "What's That Yam Thing?" in which children turn sweet … [Read more...] about Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 3
Northeast Piedmont Chorale Spring Concert May 2 and 3
Join the Northeast Piedmont Chorale for their spring concert, A Celebration of Light and Peace. The 84-member Chorale will be joined by a 10-piece orchestra to present two concerts. Both concerts are free. Friday, May 2, 20257:30 p.m.Wake Forest Baptist Church107 E South Avenue, Wake Forest, NC Saturday, May 3, 20257:30 p.m.Trinity Baptist Church4815 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC The … [Read more...] about Northeast Piedmont Chorale Spring Concert May 2 and 3
Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest May 3
The Annual Meet in the Street Festival is taking place Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in downtown Wake Forest. This will be the 42nd year for the festival. Look for updates in the Facebook event. The festival will feature: Food Trucks Entertainment Schedule Check back soon. … [Read more...] about Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest May 3
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 25 – May 4
HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically other vendors, plus art and music. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 525 S. White Street, Wake … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 25 – May 4
Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 3
Free Comic Book Day is back on Saturday, May 3, 2025! On Free Comic Book Day, participating stores give away free comic books to guests, and some have additional activities, like signings from artists, and more. Below is a list of stores in the Triangle area that are participating in Free Comic Book Day. For questions about what they'll have going on, or their hours, please contact the store … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 3
Eating Well on a Budget — free community workshop
Royalty Reawakened is presenting a free community workshop, Eating Well on a Budget, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Worthdale Community Center, 1001 Coper Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a fun and informative event on how to eat healthy without breaking the bank! Learn tips and tricks on budget-friendly meal planning, smart grocery shopping, and making … [Read more...] about Eating Well on a Budget — free community workshop
150+ Triangle thrift stores, consignment shops, antique & vintage shops, used bookstores — Updated!
Bargain hunters, this is for you. Here’s a big list of 150+ thrift stores, consignment and resale stores, used book stores, antique and vintage shops in the Triangle. So far we've included Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, Fuquay-Varina, Durham, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, and a little bit in Chatham County, Lee County, and Johnston County. We will be adding more towns soon! There can … [Read more...] about 150+ Triangle thrift stores, consignment shops, antique & vintage shops, used bookstores — Updated!
