The Fenton Art Festival takes place Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.. at Fenton, 201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. The Fenton Art Festival is a fine arts market featuring 60 artists selling original art, including works in oils, watercolors, and acrylics, mixed media, illustrations, prints, sculpture and more. Enjoy workshops, … [Read more...] about Fenton Art Festival Sep. 14
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is hosting a free concert series on Thursday nights in July, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert has no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. The concert takes place on the Village Green. Thursday Night Live Lineup … [Read more...] about Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
‘Chime In’ Open Mic Night Twice a Month at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro, and more…
Lanza's Cafe, at 601 W Main Street, Carrboro, NC, offers coffee and other hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, beer and more. The cafe also hosts a wide array of events, include game nights, live music, trivia and more. You can find the events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Third Space Music Open Mic NightThe third Friday of every month … [Read more...] about ‘Chime In’ Open Mic Night Twice a Month at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro, and more…
The Very Best Deals at Amazon Outlet — updated
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Amazon has a little corner called Amazon Outlet that's devoted to really big discounts. It's definitely worth checking every so often if you're shopping online! Find all the Amazon Outlet deals here. Here are a few that caught our eye. Please know that the deals can change at any time, and items do sell out. … [Read more...] about The Very Best Deals at Amazon Outlet — updated
Santa’s Reindeer Round-Up Express Holiday Train Ride at New Hope Valley Railway –– tickets on sale now
New Hope Valley Railway's very popular holiday attraction, Santa's Reindeer Roundup Express train ride, is returning for 2025, and tickets are on sale now. They are very much subject to selling out. The train yard will be decorated for the holiday season, and the popular “Reindeer Round-up” returns. Kids will be able to find Santa’s missing reindeer along the tracks as they ride on the historic … [Read more...] about Santa’s Reindeer Round-Up Express Holiday Train Ride at New Hope Valley Railway –– tickets on sale now
Free Comedy Show, more, at Bottle Theory in Apex
Bottle Theory, 3675 Green Level West Road, Apex, hosts frequent events. You can find them listed on Bottle Theory's calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Laugh Theory: Stand-up Comedy ShowSaturday, August 16, 20257 p.m.Free Start with a free High Rise tasting at 6 p.m. The comedy starts at 7 p.m. Recurring Events Trivia NightThursdays 7 p.m.Free Music BingoTuesdays7 … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Show, more, at Bottle Theory in Apex
Half-price slices at The Cheesecake Factory July 30 for National Cheesecake Day
The Cheesecake Factory is celebrating National Cheesecake Day by offering half price on any slice on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. You need to be a Cheesecake Rewards member to take advantage of this offer. The offer is available only to dine-in patrons. One slice per guest, up to six guests. Each guest must be present. One-time use only. The Cheesecake Factory is at: Find more locations … [Read more...] about Half-price slices at The Cheesecake Factory July 30 for National Cheesecake Day
Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Oak City Music Collective and NC State Centennial Campus are presenting a new concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on Wednesdays from June 4 to July 30, 2025, from 12 to 1 p.m. The concerts take place at 321 Coffee, 930 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Lawn space and chair seating will be available and food trucks will be … [Read more...] about Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
A(spora): Augmented Reality Art Installation at Chavis Community Center — explores Gulla Geechee Ancestral Intelligence
A(spora), by Raleigh artist and researcher Jazsalyn, is an augmented reality (AR) installation at John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's on the exterior windows of the building and free to visit. It is planned to stay up through January of 2026. Check here for any updates, and for more information. The work explores the Ancestral … [Read more...] about A(spora): Augmented Reality Art Installation at Chavis Community Center — explores Gulla Geechee Ancestral Intelligence
National Chicken Wing Day deals July 29
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, is National Chicken Wing Day. Celebrate with one of these special deals. Details and participation might vary according to location. Make sure to click on each link to get the details. We'll be adding to this list during the days leading up to National Chicken Wing Day when we learn more. Also, scroll down for a big list of other food and drink related deals and … [Read more...] about National Chicken Wing Day deals July 29
