Black History Trolley Tour Celebrate Raleigh's Black history on special trolley tours highlighting the downtown area's African American heritage. The tours take place Saturday, February 21, and Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. each day. Tickets are $15. The tours begin at Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, NC, and travel to Oberlin, where passengers will … [Read more...] about Black History Trolley Tour Feb. 21 and 22
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
(Really Really) Free Markets in the Triangle — 5 monthly markets where you can shop for free
A free market is different than a vendor market or a flea market, because everything is (really) free. No money is exchanged and there's no bartering or trading. Everything is given away freely. If you have stuff you'd like to give away, you can bring it. (Just make sure to take away anything that's not taken at the end of the market.) If you want or need stuff, just take it. You can offer free … [Read more...] about (Really Really) Free Markets in the Triangle — 5 monthly markets where you can shop for free
Town of Cary’s Black History Month Events: food, music, film, art, more…
The Town of Cary is presenting several Black History Month programs in February of 2026. The theme this year is "The Brilliance of Resilience." Some of the events are free and some are ticketed. Please make sure to follow each link to register. Events at Cary Arts Center A Night of Jazz, R&B and Funk with Chip ShearinSaturday, February 14, 20267 p.m.Cary Arts Center101 Dry Avenue, … [Read more...] about Town of Cary’s Black History Month Events: food, music, film, art, more…
Black History Month Celebration with Book Harvest Feb. 21 — free books!
Book Harvest is hosting a Black History Month Celebration on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Book Harvest's Family Space, 2501 University Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This FREE event will feature: … [Read more...] about Black History Month Celebration with Book Harvest Feb. 21 — free books!
Ramadan Community Gathering at Downtown Cary Park Feb. 21
The Town of Cary is hosting a Ramadan community gathering on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Families can take part in art activities in Academy Pavilion, and after the fast is broken, Biscuit Haven and Halal Gyro will be on S. Academy Street serving dinner options for all to enjoy. … [Read more...] about Ramadan Community Gathering at Downtown Cary Park Feb. 21
Freedom Songs — The Music of Black History in Wake Forest Feb. 21
Bright Star Touring Theatre, a national professional touring theatre company based in Asheville, NC, will offer a free performance of “Freedom Songs: The Music of Black History” on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m. at the Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., Wake Forest, North Carolina. 🗓️ It's a moving story of resilience, resistance, and hope, told through the soundscape of history. … [Read more...] about Freedom Songs — The Music of Black History in Wake Forest Feb. 21
Teen Museum Market at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 21
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting Teen Museum Market on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. This is a free event, and open to everyone. Shop handmade art, jewelry, goods, and more made by talented local teens and get a chance to make something of your own at the DIY craft tables. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Teen Museum Market at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 21
Grand Opening of Central Bark Durham Feb. 21 — activities for dogs and families
Central Bark Durham, 725 Iredell Street, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating its grand opening on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The celebration is free to attend and includes: Central Bark offers dog daycare, grooming, boarding and training. … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Central Bark Durham Feb. 21 — activities for dogs and families
Free Turkish Music Concert in Cary Feb. 21
American-Turkish Association NC is presenting a free concert on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at ATA-NC Turkish House, 303 E Durham Road, Cary, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date and time. The program includes: This concert is presented by ATA-NC and Cary Art Loop, and sponsored in part by the Town of Cary Parks Recreation and Cultural Resources Department. Free … [Read more...] about Free Turkish Music Concert in Cary Feb. 21
Mardi Gras Jazz Jam, with free gumbo, at Downtown Public House in Wilson Feb. 21
Downtown Public House, at 113 Goldsboro Street N, Wilson, North Carolina, frequently hosts live music and more. You can find their upcoming events on their Facebook page. Read on for a few! Upcoming Events Mardi Gras Jazz JamSaturday, February 21, 20263 to 6 p.m.Free Wilson Jazz Festival presents Root Down Collective, who will be leading a jazz jam from 3-6 pm at Downtown Public … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Jazz Jam, with free gumbo, at Downtown Public House in Wilson Feb. 21
