Museum of Durham History, at 500 W. Main Street between Downtown Durham and Brightleaf Square, is free to visit. It's open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. It's open late for Durham Third Friday. Events with Museum of Durham History Panel Discussion Honoring Joyce Clayton Thorpe Nichols at Library Fest 2025Saturday, April 12, 202511 a.m. to 1 … [Read more...] about Museum of Durham History: Opening Event for Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Customer Appreciation Day at The Baxter April 25: Free play, free swag, free drink samples
The Baxter, the arcade bar at 108 North Graham Street, Chapel Hill, features over 50 video games and pinball machines, two lounge areas, a patio, and a wide selection of beer, as well as some non-alcoholic drinks. You can learn about The Baxter's upcoming events on their Facebook page. The Baxter is hosting a customer appreciation day each month. During these events, there will be free play … [Read more...] about Customer Appreciation Day at The Baxter April 25: Free play, free swag, free drink samples
Craig Colorusso: Live at the Forest Theatre in Chapel Hill
LEVEL Retreat is an oasis in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, for multidisciplinary artists to temporarily live, create and to be inspired to produce enduring works. LEVEL is presenting a performance by sound sculptor Craig Colorusso, whose immersive installations, sound sculptures, and bowed guitar performances blur the boundaries between art, environment, and experience. This April 8 to 28, … [Read more...] about Craig Colorusso: Live at the Forest Theatre in Chapel Hill
Movie theaters nationwide host Sneak Peek Showcase with $3 tickets
Thousands of movie theaters across the country will debut a new 70-minute program entitled Sneak Peek Showcase on April 22 and 24, 2025. The showcase promises an evening of brand-new trailers, never-seen-before footage and behind-the-scenes content from this year’s most anticipated movies. Plus, Hollywood’s biggest studios will highlight their upcoming summer and fall 2025 releases — expect … [Read more...] about Movie theaters nationwide host Sneak Peek Showcase with $3 tickets
Domino’s: 50% off pizza for one week
From April 21 to 27, 2025, Domino's is offering 50% off all pizzas at menu price at participating locations. The offer only applies to the pizza portion of orders, including Handmade Pan, gluten free crust and specialty pizzas. The offer is only available online via the Domino’s site or app. Be sure to select the offer before ordering. Minimum purchase required for delivery. Prices, … [Read more...] about Domino’s: 50% off pizza for one week
KBA Jazz Series at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
The popular low-cost Wednesday night KBA Jazz Series Presented by Chateau Ste Michelle will take place at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC, promising a refreshing mid-week break. The shows take place Wednesday evenings from April 2 to April 23, 2025. Parking is free. Gates open at 5:15 p.m. and the music is from 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. This is a family-friendly event. … [Read more...] about KBA Jazz Series at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Auroraflow’s 3rd Annual Pride Block Party in Durham
Auroraflow, 607 William Vickers Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Pride Block Party on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 4 to 9 p.m. It's free to attend and will include: … [Read more...] about Auroraflow’s 3rd Annual Pride Block Party in Durham
25th Anniversary Bloom Fest at Sunshine Lavender Farm June 14-15
Sunshine Lavender Farm is hosting its 25th Anniversary June Bloom Fest on Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15, 2025. Admission is a $7 to $10, and free for kids under age 15. Buy tickets here. Sunshine Lavender Farm is at 4104 Millstone Road, Hurdle Mills. Hurdlle Mills is an unincorporated community in southern Person County and northern Orange County, North Carolina. Explore the … [Read more...] about 25th Anniversary Bloom Fest at Sunshine Lavender Farm June 14-15
Where to pick your own strawberries (and more) in the Triangle
Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids. We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. Important Update: Please note that several strawberry farms will not have a strawberry crop in 2025. This is because of a bad case of Neopestalotiopsis (Neo-p) … [Read more...] about Where to pick your own strawberries (and more) in the Triangle
Earth Day celebrations in the Triangle
This year marks the 54th anniversary of Earth Day. There are many ways to celebrate Earth Day in the Triangle in 2025, including festivals, tree giveaways, and much more. Keep reading for a list of Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations. History of Earth Day In early 1969, there was a huge oil spill near Santa Barbara, California, dumping around 100,000 barrels of crude oil into the channel … [Read more...] about Earth Day celebrations in the Triangle
