North Carolina Vintage Bazaar takes place Saturday, January 17, and Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. both days, at the Expo Center at the N.C. State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets start at are $10 for a single day. Early bird tickets, which get you in the door an hour early, are $15, so that you'll get first shot at all the items. Buy tickets … [Read more...] about North Carolina Vintage Bazaar at Expo Center January 17 and 18
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
MLK Commemoration at Duke University Jan. 18
Duke University is presenting several events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in 2026. Read about all of them here. Keep reading to learn about one of them. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. CommemorationSunday, January 18, 20263 p.m., at Duke University Chapel401 Chapel Drive, Durham, North CarolinaFree Candis Watts Smith, Professor of Political Science at Duke Trinity College of Arts and … [Read more...] about MLK Commemoration at Duke University Jan. 18
Hillyer Community Chorus Presents: Light in the Darkness Jan. 18
Hillyer Community Chorus will present a free concert, Light in the Darkness, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3 p.m., at Hillyer Memorial Christian Church, 718 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free choir concert featuring Dvorak's Mass in D Major and other songs of comfort and joy. Reception to follow. No reservations are required. Admission is free, but donations are … [Read more...] about Hillyer Community Chorus Presents: Light in the Darkness Jan. 18
Sold out: Free Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration at Durham County Library Jan. 20
UPDATE: Reservations for this event has filled up. Durham County Main Library, 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This is a FREE event, but please RSVP. Schedule: Peaceful Forest features Takumi Kato, a professional Taiko drummer from Gifu, Japan, who has toured … [Read more...] about Sold out: Free Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration at Durham County Library Jan. 20
The Devine Feminine Comedy Showcase at Devine’s Restaurant and Sports Bar Jan. 25
Devine's Restaurant & Sports Bar, at 904 W Main Street, features All-American favorites like wings, burgers, chicken and sandwiches, 12 beers on draft, a selection of bottled beers, hard seltzers, wine and mixed drinks. We also have non-alcoholic options for our non drinkers. Watch your favorite NFL team play on one of the 17 large TVs. This bar shows Duke games (that's a warning or an … [Read more...] about The Devine Feminine Comedy Showcase at Devine’s Restaurant and Sports Bar Jan. 25
Valentine’s Dinner for 2, including dessert, roses, and reusable bag, for $65.99 from The Fresh Market
The Fresh Market is offering a special deal for Valentine's Day dinner in 2026. Get dinner for two for $65.99, including a dozen roses. Read on for the details of this offer. Valentine's Meal for Two $65.99 for meal for two. Choice of: The meals contains: Order by February 12 at 2 p.m. In-store pickup February 12 to 15, 2026. Order here. The entrées and asparagus will need to be cooked, and … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Dinner for 2, including dessert, roses, and reusable bag, for $65.99 from The Fresh Market
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Youth-Led Special Event in Carrboro Jan 17
The Town of Carrboro is planning their MLK Day event on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Carrboro Century Center, 100 N Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC. Activities include: Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by submitting a poem to be a part of our Dr. Martin Luther King Day Youth Poetry Exhibition. Elementary, Middle and High School students in Orange … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Youth-Led Special Event in Carrboro Jan 17
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration in Wake Forest Jan. 22
Wake Forest's MLK Jr. Community Celebration takes place Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church, 237 Friendship Chapel Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This is a free, public celebration. The event's theme will center around one of King's messages - “Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.” The Wake Forest MLK Committee will offer a … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration in Wake Forest Jan. 22
Free Pickleball Class at Sanderford Road Park, Raleigh on Jan. 17
Pickleball coach Matthews Goodman is offering a free Pickleball: Learn to Play session on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 12 to 1 p.m., at Sanderford Road Park, 2623 Sanderford Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Space is limited. Register here. Learn how to play the fastest growing sport in America. Whether you are playing for the first time or want to brush up on your skills, this event is for … [Read more...] about Free Pickleball Class at Sanderford Road Park, Raleigh on Jan. 17
New tour at NC State Capitol in January — learn about the ancient Greek & Roman symbols
UPDATE: The Jan. 31 tour has been canceled due to the weather. The North Carolina State Capitol is hosting a new tour, New Year, Ancient Ideas, in 2026. On four Saturdays in January, 2026, join a special tour and learn about the ancient Greek and Roman ideas, symbols and history that shaped modern America and North Carolina. Meet in the Capitol Rotunda 1 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about New tour at NC State Capitol in January — learn about the ancient Greek & Roman symbols
