From Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22, 2026, Krispy Kreme’s Bracket Bash Dozen will sweeten hoops hysteria for fans who hosting parties with friends and family or going head-to-head with colleagues for bragging rights. The Bracket Bash Dozen features: Krispy Kreme’s Bracket Bash Dozen and offer will be available in-shop and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme’s app and … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme’s Basketball Deal: Get a dozen doughnuts for $2 when you buy a dozen, March 19-22
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Free show by Heads up Penny at Lincoln Theatre on March 22 (grab tickets!)
Looking for a free live music option in downtown Raleigh? On Sunday, March 22, 2026, Heads Up Penny is performing in a free concert at 7 p.m. at Lincoln Theatre, 126 E Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Grab your free ticket here. Heads Up Penny is a high-energy six-piece band with dual lead vocalists, known for delivering nonstop crowd-favorites spanning generations -- from Sabrina … [Read more...] about Free show by Heads up Penny at Lincoln Theatre on March 22 (grab tickets!)
3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing Cary on March 22: Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny, more…
Socks Off Entertainment is presenting the 3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing on Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Fortnight Brewing Cary, 1006 Southwest Maynard Road, Cary, North Carolina. This event is FREE, but registration is required for the Easter Egg Hunt. Register here. Look for updates on the Facebook event. This event features an Easter Egg Hunt for ages 0-12, … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing Cary on March 22: Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny, more…
Live & Local at Downtown Cary Park March 22: Cary Ballet and Leela Dance Company
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a concert series, Live & Local! Live & Local will highlight local talent and creativity and will be free to enjoy. These music and dance concerts will take place at the park's Great Lawn Pavilion. Bring your own chairs and blankets. The event is suitable for all ages You can bring your own food into the … [Read more...] about Live & Local at Downtown Cary Park March 22: Cary Ballet and Leela Dance Company
All Aboard! Model Train Show in Cary March 21 and 22
All Aboard! Model Train Show is a FREE event taking place March 21 and 22, 2026, at Herbert C. Young Community Center, 101 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free event. Discover O, G, S, N, and Z scale layouts, and even a Lego Scale layout. There will also be interactive children's displays—free fun for the whole family! Experience the excitement of trains with creativity … [Read more...] about All Aboard! Model Train Show in Cary March 21 and 22
Spring Craft Fair at State Farmers Market March 19-22
The Spring Craft Fair will be held on March 19 to 22, 2026, at State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Admission and parking are both free. Shop for local, handmade crafts, specialty food items and more. For updates, check the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Spring Craft Fair at State Farmers Market March 19-22
26th Annual Triangle Lebanese Festival in Raleigh March 21-22
The Triangle Lebanese-American Center is presenting the Lebanese Festival at its center at 241 Horizon Drive, Raleigh, on March 21 and 22, 2026. Hours are: Admission and parking are free. The festival includes: … [Read more...] about 26th Annual Triangle Lebanese Festival in Raleigh March 21-22
Oak City Voices: Sing a Song of Shakespeare May 16
Oak City Voices is presenting Sing a Song of Shakespeare on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 5 p.m., at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh, 3313 Wade Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for youth and seniors. Tickets are free for kids under age 13. Music plays an important role in Shakespeare’s work, with around 100 songs across the 39 plays. Yet, almost … [Read more...] about Oak City Voices: Sing a Song of Shakespeare May 16
Summer Music Series at Waverly Place
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Summer Music Series every Wednesday from June 3 to 24, 2026. The concerts feature fun, high-energy bands. Then, Waverly Place will present Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find all the concerts listed on Waverly Place's event … [Read more...] about Summer Music Series at Waverly Place
Away with the Fairies festival at Mordecai Historic Park March 21
Paper & Stars Studio is presenting Away with the Fairies at Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enter a market full of fairies, dragons, mischief and more at this themed event especially for families. Set in Mordecai Historic Park's beautiful nature space, this event by Paper & Stars Studio gathers … [Read more...] about Away with the Fairies festival at Mordecai Historic Park March 21
