Beats N Bars Music Festival returns to Durham, North Carolina, on Friday, October 10, 2025, at 8 p.m. Beats N Bars Festival is an immersive hip hop and R&B experience. There will be two stages: Look for updates on the Facebook event. Outdoor Stage The outdoor stage, at Parrish Street and N. Mangum Street in Durham, is free to enjoy. Performances start at 7 p.m., and are hosted by … [Read more...] about Beats N Bars Music Festival in Durham Oct. 10
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Free Cary Town Band Concert Oct. 10: Heroes and Hope
The Cary Town Band is a concert band based in Cary, North Carolina, which seeks to bring the love of music to the people of the area by performing free concerts and supporting the town by providing musical entertainment at their civic, cultural and community events. They provide an opportunity for community musicians to grow together and inspire others in their understanding and appreciation of … [Read more...] about Free Cary Town Band Concert Oct. 10: Heroes and Hope
2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
The second Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., head to Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the 2nd Friday ArtWalk. Explore art galleries, artist studios, shops and restaurants. There will also be live music, performances, spoken word poetry and more. Venues are generally open late afternoon and evening hours. 2nd Friday ArtWalk events and activities are free and open to all. Here are … [Read more...] about 2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
Chanukah Celebration at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill Dec. 18
1870 Farm, at 1224 Old Lystra Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina is adding a Chanukah celebration to its holiday festivities. The Chanukah celebration takes place Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m. Admission is $13 per person. Children under 2 years old are admitted for free. Buy tickets here. The celebration includes a menorah lighting, Chanukah crafts and activities, petting and … [Read more...] about Chanukah Celebration at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill Dec. 18
Spooky Outdoor Movie Night in Fenton Square: Halloweentown Oct. 9
Fenton Square, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting an outdoor movie on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. This is a free event. Get into the Halloween spirit with Halloweentown! Bring your own chairs or blankets, and treat yourself to food and drink from one of Fenton's restaurants. Costumes are welcome! … [Read more...] about Spooky Outdoor Movie Night in Fenton Square: Halloweentown Oct. 9
Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 9: Hocus Pocus (early bird tickets are $5)
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street in Raleigh, is presenting Hocus Pocus at Movies in the Garden on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Early bird tickets are $5. Starting October 5, 2025, tickets are $10. The movie will be screened outdoors, in Raleigh Little Theatre's Stephenson Amphitheatre. Seating and food trucks open at 6 p.m. The movie starts at 7 p.m. There will be a costume parade … [Read more...] about Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 9: Hocus Pocus (early bird tickets are $5)
Holiday at the Farm at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill
1870 Farm, 1224 Old Lystra Road, Chapel Hill, is offering Holiday on the Farm from November 30 to December 24, 2025, on the following dates: The opening time is 10 a.m. and the final time slot is 3:30 p.m., but time slots are subject to selling out. When you purchase tickets you'll choose from available time slots. Find tickets here. Tickets: Children's Ticket includes: Adult Ticket … [Read more...] about Holiday at the Farm at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill
Hanukkah Festival at Jewish for Good on Dec. 14
Jewish for Good, 1937 Cornwallis Road, Durham, is celebrating Hanukkah with a Hanukkah Festival. The first of the eight nights of Hanukkah is December 14, 2025. Hanukkah FestivalSunday, December 14, 20252 to 5 p.m.Free Presented in partnership with: Chabad, PJ Library, Triangle Family Shule, The Lerner Elementary School, The Early Childhood Learning Center, Kehillah Synagogue, Judea Reform … [Read more...] about Hanukkah Festival at Jewish for Good on Dec. 14
Prime Big Deal Days Oct. 7-8
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Whether or not you took advantage of Prime Day in July, you have another chance to take advantage of extreme savings on Amazon before the Black Friday / Cyber Monday sales. Amazon is bringing back a very popular shopping event -- Prime Big Deal Days on October 7 and 8, 2025. This is a chance to get a jump on your holiday shopping and get the best deals on the products you've been looking … [Read more...] about Prime Big Deal Days Oct. 7-8
State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House at Capitol Dec. 11 – 13
Celebrate the holiday season at the North Carolina State Capitol at the State Tree Lighting and a three-day Holiday Open House. Both are free events, and no RSVP is required. State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open HouseThursday, December 11, 20255:30 p.m.1 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, NCFree Join the State Capitol and Gov. Josh Stein for the annual … [Read more...] about State Tree Lighting and Holiday Open House at Capitol Dec. 11 – 13
