Meredith College is hosting a FREE concert with New River Ensemble for kids and families. The concert takes place on Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 3 to 3:45 p.m., at Carswell Recital Hall, Wainwright Music Building, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The concert is free, but donations will be accepted at the door. American Tales is a multimedia program that combines children’s … [Read more...] about Free Concert by New River Ensemble for Kids and Families at Meredith College — with a chance to play music too on May 10
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Whole Foods Market’s Mother’s Day deal: 15-stem bunch of tulips for $9.99
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Whole Foods Market is offering a special deal on flowers for Mother's Day. From May 6 to 12, 2026, get a 15-stem bunch of tulips for only $9.99. This deal is exclusively for Prime members. Try Prime for 30 days for free. The deal is valid for single-color, multicolor, bicolor and classic 15-stem bunches only. If you shop in the store, Whole Foods has floral wrapping stations on-site so you … [Read more...] about Whole Foods Market’s Mother’s Day deal: 15-stem bunch of tulips for $9.99
Letterland Days at Pullen Park
The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character cutouts will be displayed throughout Pullen Park. Families are invited to visit the park to search for their favorite Letterlanders hidden around the park. This is a free event. This annual … [Read more...] about Letterland Days at Pullen Park
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2026 season. Dates … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
Scrabble Social at Edit Beer on May 16
Raleigh-Durham Scrabble Club is celebrating one year of games with a Scrabble Social on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Edit Beer, 1911 Sego Court, #101, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event, but please consider purchasing something from Edit Beer. Enjoy a casual session, with cake and prizes. You don't need to join the Scrabble club to participate. Just swing by and play … [Read more...] about Scrabble Social at Edit Beer on May 16
Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9
On May 9, 2026, Lowe’s is giving the first 150 customers at every location FREE Spring Flowers — starting at 10 a.m. Flowers may vary by location. No purchase necessary. Look for the giveaway station at each location. If you can’t find it, ask an employee for assistance in locating it. The giveaway is only available for MyLowe’s Rewards members. Join MyLowe’s Rewards here. You must show … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9
Dr. M.T. Pope House Presents: Black Joy in the Springtime — free concert with Shenette Swann on May 9
Enjoy a FREE concert, Black Joy in the Springtime, at the Pope House Museum, on 511 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m. Music played a central role in American family life during the 19th and early 20th centuries, long before the advent of television and cellphones. African American households embraced music as a powerful means of … [Read more...] about Dr. M.T. Pope House Presents: Black Joy in the Springtime — free concert with Shenette Swann on May 9
Sips & Blooms Pop-Up at Village District: Free floral bouquets and lemonade May 9
Village District, at 2068 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Sips & Blooms Pop-Up on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m. Celebrate Mother's Day weekend or honor a new grad in your life with FREE beautifully crafted mini floral bouquets and free specialty lemonades at Village District! Come sip, shop, and celebrate, while supplies last! Stroll the property while … [Read more...] about Sips & Blooms Pop-Up at Village District: Free floral bouquets and lemonade May 9
Free Guided Trolley Tour at Dix Park — registration opens May 9
Dorothea Dix Park is offering a FREE Guided Trolley Tour on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. Although it's free, space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens on May 9 at 12 p.m. This is an accessible trolley tour focusing on the past, present and future of Dix Park. It leaves from the Stone Houses Visitor Center 830 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This … [Read more...] about Free Guided Trolley Tour at Dix Park — registration opens May 9
Kids Food Fest at Downtown Cary Park May 9 and 10
The Creative Kitchen Kids Food Fest at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, takes place Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. This is a free event. The Creative Kitchen Kids Food Fest at Downtown Cary Park is a weekend of hands-on activities that teach families how to make balanced food choices. Enjoy cooking workshops, James … [Read more...] about Kids Food Fest at Downtown Cary Park May 9 and 10
