Want to get FREE Jr. Frostys at Wendy's throughout 2026? If you enjoy a little sweet treat with your meal (or just as a snack), you’ll definitely want to snag one of the chain’s popular key tags. Purchase a 2026 Frosty Key Tag for just $3 and enjoy a FREE Jr. Frosty with any purchase every time you visit Wendy’s — through December 31, 2026. All you have to do is flash your key tag at checkout … [Read more...] about Wendy’s: $3 key tag gets free Jr. Frosty throughout 2026
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Black History Month events at Downtown Cary Park
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting several Black History Month events in February of 2026. Read on to learn about each of them. Cooking Demo: SoulFULL CelebrationsFriday, February 6, 20266 to 8 p.m.Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, NCAcademy PavilionFree (Registration required) Chef Amelia Irene will demonstrate how to bring nostalgia to … [Read more...] about Black History Month events at Downtown Cary Park
National Frozen Yogurt Day deals Feb 6
Friday, February 6th, 2026, is National Frozen Yogurt Day. Read on to learn about some of the special deals to satisfy your sweet tooth. Menchie's Menchie's: Menchie's is offering Buy One, Get One Free frozen yogurt, with toppings, on Friday, February 6, 2026. Valid at participating locations all day. The complimentary cup must be of equal or lesser value. Plus, mySmileage rewards members … [Read more...] about National Frozen Yogurt Day deals Feb 6
Liberation Listening Session with Education Justice Alliance Feb. 7
Liberation Listening Session is a free event on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Education Justice Alliance Hub, 202 N Tarboro street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Listen to music that tells our stories and moves our souls. Celebrate the soundtrack of generations! Join us as we honor the powerful legacy of Black music with a listening session. We will start with the rhythms of … [Read more...] about Liberation Listening Session with Education Justice Alliance Feb. 7
30 community bands, orchestras and choirs in the Triangle — learn how you can participate
The Triangle is home to a large number of community bands, orchestras and choirs. The membership varies. Some are made up of professional or almost-professional musicians, and some are open to anyone with an interest in performing. There are community bands, orchestras and choruses in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Pittsboro, Smithfield and more. Whether you've performed professionally … [Read more...] about 30 community bands, orchestras and choirs in the Triangle — learn how you can participate
Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 mile south of I-40 Exit 274. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Enjoy fabulous Greek food and scrumptious … [Read more...] about Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
The Krispy Kreme Challenge was started by NC State students with a passion for running and for doughnuts. The race puts your stomach, not just your legs, to the test. As they say, it is a "unique challenge of both athletic and gastrointestinal skill." The Krispy Kreme Challenge requires participants to run 2.5 miles, starting at the Memorial Belltower on the NC State campus, at 2011 … [Read more...] about The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
Chili Cookoff at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery Feb. 7, and more…
Mystic Farm & Distillery is set on a 22-acre farm at 1413 Stallings Road, Durham, NC, just minutes from Downtown Durham and North Raleigh. It's a home-grown operation: they grow their own wheat and corn to distill and barrel in their 3000 square foot distillery. They've got bee hives on the farm producing honey. You can find Mystic's upcoming events by following their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Chili Cookoff at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery Feb. 7, and more…
Romantic Valentine’s Dinner at…Waffle House (reservations required)
Does your Valentine like it scattered, smothered and covered? For the 18th year, select Waffle House restaurants are pulling out all the stops and setting the stage for a romantic Valentine’s evening — complete with Valentine-themed decorations, candles, and a specially curated jukebox playlist. This special event takes place February 14, 2026, only. Waffle House’s annual Valentine’s dinner is a … [Read more...] about Romantic Valentine’s Dinner at…Waffle House (reservations required)
6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25
The 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 E. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. This event will also be an Earth Day celebration. Compete in a Fairy Garden contest, for prizes. Pre-registration is required for the Fairy Garden Contest. This free event is a magical day of art, adventure and nature. … [Read more...] about 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25
