Enjoy dancing and delicious food at Himalayan Fried Chicken N Bar, at 109 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. On Friday, March 20, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., the restaurant will host a Latin Dance Party. DJ Abuelo Salsero Jack Wolf will be giving a short dance lesson at 6 followed by music and dancing from 6:30 to 8:30. Not a dancer? Come by and enjoy the venue and some good … [Read more...] about Latin Dancing at Himalayan Fried Chicken N Bar in Carrboro March 20
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Candlelit Spring Equinox Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth March 20
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 S 2nd Street, in Smithfield, invites the community to a Spring Equinox Labyrinth Walk on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 7 to 7:30 p.m. There is no charge to walk the labyrinth. Enjoy hot chocolate with marshmallows after your walk. The labyrinth is also open to the public year-round for meditative self-guided walks. Learn about this labyrinth and 8 other … [Read more...] about Candlelit Spring Equinox Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth March 20
Third Friday at CCB Plaza: Live painting, music, dancing and more March 20
Kick off Durham Third Friday with Durham Art Guild and Durham Arts Council at CCB Plaza, 201 N Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, on March 20, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be live painting, music, dancing and creative surprises. Swing by the Downtown Durham Inc. info table for maps, popcorn, gifts, and everything you need to plan your art-filled adventure. Then take that map and … [Read more...] about Third Friday at CCB Plaza: Live painting, music, dancing and more March 20
Free Italian Ice at Rita’s Ice for first day of spring — March 20
Customers who visit any of Rita’s Ice's 600+ locations nationwide on Friday, March 20, 2026, will receive a FREE 6-ounce Italian Ice in the flavor of their choice. Rita's expects to serve approximately one million cups of Italian Ice during its annual "First Day of Spring" celebration. This is a 30+ year tradition. In the Triangle you'll find Rita's at 921 N Harrison Avenue, Cary, North … [Read more...] about Free Italian Ice at Rita’s Ice for first day of spring — March 20
Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
Morehead Planetarium + Science Center frequently facilitates skywatching sessions, during which guests can look through telescopes at the night sky and learn about what they're seeing. Sometimes Morehead Planetarium is joined by other groups, who also help with the event. In general these are free events. Upcoming Skywatching Events Skywatching at Little River Regional ParkFriday, March … [Read more...] about Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
Free Marbles Kids Museum Membership for Wake County Foster Families
Marbles Kids Museum, at 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, has announced that foster families licensed through Wake County can receive a membership to Marbles that provides free museum admission for foster parents and all children in the household. The membership provides year-round access to Marbles’ hands-on exhibits, early museum entry, member-only events and exclusive discounts to … [Read more...] about Free Marbles Kids Museum Membership for Wake County Foster Families
Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen March 19
Dairy Queen is celebrating the day before the first day of spring with its annual Free Cone Day! On Thursday, March 19, 2026, DQ is giving every customer a FREE small vanilla cone at participating locations. Mall locations generally do not participate. No purchase required. Plus, DQ Rewards members earn 2x points for purchases on March 19. The free cone is available all day, while supplies … [Read more...] about Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen March 19
Drive-thru food pantry at Hillside Church in Chapel Hill Mar. 21
Hillside Church, 201 Culbreth Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, announced on Facebook that it's holding a food pantry event on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a drive-thru pantry. You must be in line by noon to be served, but consider arriving around 11:30 a.m. to avoid long wait times. Please prepare your trunk to receive at least two bags of groceries. ID is NEVER … [Read more...] about Drive-thru food pantry at Hillside Church in Chapel Hill Mar. 21
FREE Pet Food Giveaway at Chatham Sheriff’s Animal Resources Center March 18
Chatham Sheriff's Animal Resources is hosting a FREE pet food giveaway at 725 Renaissance Drive, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 4 to 6, or while supplies last. This event was announced on Facebook. There will be cat and dog food (mostly dry food), along with other items like cat litter, dog gates and additional giveaways from Chewy. All items are "while supplies … [Read more...] about FREE Pet Food Giveaway at Chatham Sheriff’s Animal Resources Center March 18
Free performances of Mary Poppins — tickets are free, but required
The Durham North Carolina Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is presenting Marry Poppins from March 13 to 21, 2026. It's free to attend, but tickets are required. The performances take place at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1050 MLK Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, at these dates and times: The tickets are sold out, but there will be a standby … [Read more...] about Free performances of Mary Poppins — tickets are free, but required
