City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, presents lectures that are often free to the public. The Museum hosts Lunch Box Lectures the 3rd Thursday of the month. Bring your lunch to the Museum and enjoy a lecture. Lunch Box LectureThursday, June 26, 202512 to 12:45 p.m.Free Join Erin Morton Pugh and Tania Tully from the City of Raleigh's Historic Preservation Unit. They have … [Read more...] about Lunch Box Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum June 26
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Baskin-Robbins: $1.99 ice cream scoops through June 27
For a limited time, the popular ice cream shop is offering a “Parent Pass” — an opportunity to take the family out for a sweet summer break without breaking the budget. From June 16 to 27, 2025, Baskin-Robbins is offering $1.99 scoops all day at participating locations — Monday to Friday only. The sweet deal is only available for Baskin-Robbins Rewards members. Join Baskin-Robbins Rewards … [Read more...] about Baskin-Robbins: $1.99 ice cream scoops through June 27
Free kids’ movies this summer at Triangle Cinemas
Triangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus three Fridays, from June 24 to August 15, 2025. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. and the movies start at 10 a.m. No outside food or drink permitted, but discounted Kid Combos are available. Summer 2025 Schedule … [Read more...] about Free kids’ movies this summer at Triangle Cinemas
Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 24 to August 13, 2025. On each day you'll get the choice of two movies at 9:30 a.m. Here's what's playing at Marquee Cinemas: … [Read more...] about Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Get a Free Bird Dog Combo from Bojangles!
Bojangles is teaming up with Mountain Dew and gaming personality & North Carolina native JoeWo to celebrate the return of Bo’s Bird Dogs to the menu. From June 23 through July 21, 2025, fans can visit Bojangles.com/JoeWo and register for a free combo (JoeWo’s go-to order) for delivery or pickup (a $7.99 value.) Registration opens at 11:59 a.m. on June 23, 2025. Participating locations … [Read more...] about Get a Free Bird Dog Combo from Bojangles!
Summer Slam Basketball Tournament in Apex — low-priced event with lots of free activities
The Town of Apex is hosting Summer Slam, a 3 vs 3 basketball tournament on July 26, 2025, from 11 a.m to 3 p.m., at John M. Brown Community Center, 53 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. The tournament is for ages 13+ (including adults) and costs just $50 per team. Make sure to secure your team's spot, as there is limited space. Age brackets: Potential prizes include exclusive Apex … [Read more...] about Summer Slam Basketball Tournament in Apex — low-priced event with lots of free activities
Animal encounters: 14 places to find alpacas, goats, tigers, lemurs and more in the Triangle
If there are animal lovers in your family, you're in luck, because there are several places in the Triangle where you can visit animals of all kinds. Alpacas? Check. Tigers? Check. Goats? Lots of them! Some of these attractions are working farms and ranches. Some are private zoos or aquariums. Some are rescue and rehabilitation facilities. You should read up a little bit on the venue before … [Read more...] about Animal encounters: 14 places to find alpacas, goats, tigers, lemurs and more in the Triangle
Last Day: Buy a Costco membership and receive a $50 Digital Costco Shop Card
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Costco is offering a special deal through Groupon. Please note that this deal is only valid for new members and those who memberships (Primary and Household) expired at least 18 months ago. It's not available for renewal of an existing Costco membership. If you're not sure if you currently have a membership, or when yours might have expired, you should login to Costo first and figure it out, … [Read more...] about Last Day: Buy a Costco membership and receive a $50 Digital Costco Shop Card
Transform gamers into creators — Open House with Code Wiz, Durham, on June 22
Transform gamers into creators with Code Wiz. Code Wiz Durham, 7001 Fayetteville Road, Suite 133, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a free open house on Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. At this event, kids ages 6 to 17 will take part in hands-on coding activities and fun activities, including: … [Read more...] about Transform gamers into creators — Open House with Code Wiz, Durham, on June 22
Hustle & Legacy: A Business Showcase Event June 22
Hustle & Legacy: A Business Showcase Event takes place Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m., at The Grand Ambiance, 7901 Strickland Road, Ste 105, Raleigh, North Carolina. Presented by Kapture the Memory LLC. Admission is free. Come out and experience the ultimate community pop-up event celebrating local small businesses! From delicious food to handcrafted goods, waist beads, and unique … [Read more...] about Hustle & Legacy: A Business Showcase Event June 22
