Wheels Durham, 715 N Hoover Road, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating the life of Dolly Parton with a Dolly Tribute Skate on Friday, September 25, 2026 (9-2-5), from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $8. Skate rental is $6. Spectator admission is $4. Skate to all of Dolly's greatest hits and collaborations over the years. The event also features: … [Read more...] about Dolly Tribute Skate at Wheels Durham Sept. 25
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Closing Reception for Indelible: Tattooed Ceramics at Claymakers Gallery Sept. 25
Claymakers, at 470 Salem Street, Durham, North Carolina, is sharing the exhibition, Indelible: Tattooed Ceramics, from August 7 to September 25, 2026. Indelible features 40 ceramic artworks by 14 potters, painted with designs by 20 tattoo artists. Each piece was created by members of two distinct artistic communities collaborating across mediums and styles to create something new. All artworks … [Read more...] about Closing Reception for Indelible: Tattooed Ceramics at Claymakers Gallery Sept. 25
Dolly Day at American Tobacco Campus Sept. 25
American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Dolly Day at ATC, also known as 9-2-5, on Friday, September 25, 2026. It will take place under the water tower. Celebrate Dolly Parton at this event! All are welcome, including kids. This is a free event. You're encouraged to wear your Dolly gear! From 6 to 9 p.m., there will be live music, including plenty of … [Read more...] about Dolly Day at American Tobacco Campus Sept. 25
Hillsborough Street Makers & Music Series in Raleigh Sept. 25
Celebrate summer at Hillsborough Street Makers and Music, a monthly series that take place at Compiegne Park, 106 Chamberlain Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The last event of the series is on September 25, 2026, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The artist has not been announced. Hillsborough Street Makers and Music features live music, local vendors, family-friendly activities and lawn games. … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Street Makers & Music Series in Raleigh Sept. 25
Movie on the Lawn at Halifax Park in Raleigh: Toy Story 5 on Sept. 25
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Resources Department is presenting a free outdoor movie and community event on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., at Halifax Park, 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The movie will be Toy Story 5. The movie begins at dusk. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets. There will be on-site food truck, game truck, crafts, and activities. … [Read more...] about Movie on the Lawn at Halifax Park in Raleigh: Toy Story 5 on Sept. 25
Cary Gallery of Artists’ Final Friday Reception Sept. 25
Cary Gallery of Artists, at 200 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is a cooperative operated by local artists. It features contemporary and traditional fine art and craft, with more than 300 artworks exhibited by 24 artists from around the Triangle. Displays change monthly, and are introduced with a "Final Friday" evening reception. Final Friday Reception The Final Friday Receptions … [Read more...] about Cary Gallery of Artists’ Final Friday Reception Sept. 25
Movies Under the Stars at Hargrave Community Center: The Nightmare Before Christmas on Sept. 25
Movies Under the Stars, the very popular free, family friendly, outdoor movie series, is returning to Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Up next is The Nightmare Before Christmas on September 25, 2026, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Carolina Square Lawn, 133 W Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This event will take place outside on the lawn behind Target and beside the Carolina Square … [Read more...] about Movies Under the Stars at Hargrave Community Center: The Nightmare Before Christmas on Sept. 25
Latin Rhythm, African Roots — drumming program in Raleigh Sept. 24
Latin Rhythm, African Roots is an interactive drumming program at John P. Top Greene African American Cultural Center, 401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. All ages. The cost is $5 per person. Register here. Celebrate Latin Heritage Month with the powerful rhythms of drumming as you explore the deep African roots woven … [Read more...] about Latin Rhythm, African Roots — drumming program in Raleigh Sept. 24
Rare Early Copies of the Declaration of Independence Go On View at The Nasher Museum Sept. 24
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina, will open The Declaration of Independence, a rare exhibition featuring three historic early copies of the nation’s founding document, on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The exhibition will be on view from September 24, 2026, to January 3, 2027. It's open to the public and free to visit. Hours are 10 am. to 5 … [Read more...] about Rare Early Copies of the Declaration of Independence Go On View at The Nasher Museum Sept. 24
Blessing of the Animals at Duke University Chapel Quad Oct. 4
Duke University Chapel is hosting a Blessing of the Animals worship service on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 3 to 3:30 p.m. It takes place outdoors on the Duke Chapel Quad, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Dogs, cats, and other animals will join ministers and the Durham Children's Choir for this Blessing of the Animals worship service on the Duke Chapel Quad. Pet owners are welcome to … [Read more...] about Blessing of the Animals at Duke University Chapel Quad Oct. 4
