State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a National Hot Dog Day celebration on Wednesday, June 15, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bright Leaf Hot Dogs will be there giving out FREE footlong hot dogs, while supplies last. Enjoy them with Bone Suckin' Mustard! The celebration will also feature giveaways. … [Read more...] about National Hot Dog Day Celebration at State Farmers Market July 15 — free Footlong Bright Leaf hot dogs
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Take What You Need at Once Upon a Child Cary July 15
Once Upon a Child Cary, 1241 NW Maynard Road, Cary, North Carolina, is holding a special event, Take What You Need, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Every customer is invited to choose up to 10 FREE marked clearance items, with no purchase required, while supplies last. The stores hours on Wednesday are 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., but if you come early you'll have more selection. This event was … [Read more...] about Take What You Need at Once Upon a Child Cary July 15
Midweek Mix: Free outdoor concert series at The Exchange
Dewitt Carolinas, Inc., in partnership with the Midtown Raleigh Alliance, has announced the launch of Midweek Mix – Wednesdays at The Exchange Raleigh, a new outdoor concert series at The Park at The Exchange, 1000 Social Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The concerts will take place on Wednesdays from June 24 to July 29, 2026. The event and park bars will open weekly at 5:30 p.m., with live … [Read more...] about Midweek Mix: Free outdoor concert series at The Exchange
Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Oak City Music Collective and NC State Centennial Campus are presenting the concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on most Wednesdays from June 3 to August 5, 2026, from 12 to 1 p.m. No concert is listed for June 24 or July 1 at the time of this post. The concerts take place at 321 Coffee, 930 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Food … [Read more...] about Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Free Tours of Pollinator Paradise Garden in Pittsboro
The Chatham Mills "Pollinator Paradise" Garden, at 480 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, features over over 240 species of perennials, trees, shrubs, vines and grasses. 85% of them are native to North Carolina. This garden is maintained by Agricultural Extension Agent Debbie Roos and a small crew of volunteers. It's open every day and is free to visit. You're likely to see bees, … [Read more...] about Free Tours of Pollinator Paradise Garden in Pittsboro
Summer Vibes Music Series in Cary: Island Time Band on July 15
The Town of Cary is presenting Summer Vibes Music Series in June, July and August, 2026. These free events features live music, food and drink. The events are appropriate for all ages. There will be crafts and activities at the park for kids. Adam Decker BandJune 17, 20266 to 8 p.m.Carpenter Fire Station Neighborhood Park7119 Carpenter Fire Station Road, Cary, NC Island Time BandJuly 15, … [Read more...] about Summer Vibes Music Series in Cary: Island Time Band on July 15
Skeeball Tournament at Boxcar Bar + Arcade Durham on Wednesdays, and more
Boxcar Bar + Arcade's third location, at 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers 70+ arcade games, a full bar, including 24 craft drafts, a Neapolitan style pizza kitchen, private event space and more. You can find all their events on their Facebook page. This page is about Boxcar Durham. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade Raleigh. Recurring Events Not Rocket Science TriviaMondays7 … [Read more...] about Skeeball Tournament at Boxcar Bar + Arcade Durham on Wednesdays, and more
Pay What You Can at Raleigh City Farm on Wednesdays
Raleigh City Farm is a nonprofit urban farm founded in 2011 on a formerly vacant one-acre lot in Downtown Raleigh, at 800 N. Blount Street. Their mission is to grow the next generation of farmers by connecting the community to sustainable agriculture. Raleigh City Farm offers workshops, tours, special events and more. You can find the upcoming events on the event page on the website. "Pay What … [Read more...] about Pay What You Can at Raleigh City Farm on Wednesdays
Raleigh Drum Circle at Pullen Park on Wednesdays (outdoors)
Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Free to participate. If you have drums, shakers, etc., please bring them, but there might be a few available to borrow. The event is held every Wednesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Learn … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle at Pullen Park on Wednesdays (outdoors)
Free Acro Yoga Wednesdays at Pullen Park
Every Wednesday, experience free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines yoga and acrobatics. This class is for all levels, including beginners. Bring a yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Follow the Acro Yoga @ Pullen Park group on Facebook to keep up to date on plans. If the event is canceled … [Read more...] about Free Acro Yoga Wednesdays at Pullen Park
