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)
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
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
Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, will once again host Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from April 1 to October 21, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., with the music starting at 6 p.m. This is the 10th year for Wine Down Wednesday and it's a favorite tradition in Chapel Hill. Mingle, sip, and enjoy great weather and live music at this open social. This is a … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
Game Night at Raleigh Brewing Co., July 17, and more…
Raleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Free Live Music in 2026: Game NightFriday, July 17, 20266:30 p.m.Free Play a variety of games at this game night! Enjoy the games Raleigh Brewing has to offer or bring your own to play. Oak City Lock Sport Meet UpSunday, … [Read more...] about Game Night at Raleigh Brewing Co., July 17, and more…
Jolly Weird: Christmas in July at CCB Plaza July 17
Downtown Durham, Inc., and Weird Productions are presenting Jolly Weird during Third Friday on July 17, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham North Carolina. You can expect: … [Read more...] about Jolly Weird: Christmas in July at CCB Plaza July 17
Bicentennial Folklife Festival 50th Anniversary Pop-Up July 17
Fifty years ago, during the July Fourth weekend of 1976, Durham joined communities across the nation in celebrating America’s Bicentennial. At West Point on the Eno, residents gathered for a festival showcasing traditional North Carolina arts, music, crafts, and culture. To mark the 50th anniversary of this memorable event, the Museum of Durham History has partnered with organizers of the … [Read more...] about Bicentennial Folklife Festival 50th Anniversary Pop-Up July 17
Hot Dogs with Chad at D’s Bottle Shop on July 18: receive a free hot dog with the purchase of a pint
D's Bottle Shop, at 13200 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, is a beer store and wine bar. It features over 500 craft beers from all over the United States and Europe. You can find their events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a couple of events... Upcoming Events Hot Dogs with ChadSaturday, July 18, 202612 to 5 p.m.Free hot dog with the purchase of a pint Recurring … [Read more...] about Hot Dogs with Chad at D’s Bottle Shop on July 18: receive a free hot dog with the purchase of a pint
Live @ ATC: Summer Music Series at American Tobacco Campus: Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast on July 17
American Tobacco Campus and Live at Bay 7 are hosting a series of live outdoor concerts during the summer of 2026, featuring local acts and a range of styles, from jazz to bluegrass to rock. The concerts will take place on select Fridays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. All shows are free and open to the public, and all ages are … [Read more...] about Live @ ATC: Summer Music Series at American Tobacco Campus: Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast on July 17
Movie Night at Downtown Cary Park: Finding Nemo on July 17
Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting movie nights throughout the spring, summer and fall of 2026. You can find all the movie nights on Downtown Cary Park's calendar. The movie nights are free to enjoy and do not require registration. The movies will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion. Before each movie there will be pre-screening activities for all … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Downtown Cary Park: Finding Nemo on July 17
The Blank Canvas: Third Friday Art Show at Daily Beer Bar June 17
The Daily Beer Bar, at 108 E Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, is an independently owned bar and cafe in Downtown Durham. It offers beer wine, coffee, sandwiches, snacks, and more. The Daily Beer Bar also hosts events. Find them on the event page of their website, or on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events The Blank Canvas: Third Friday Art ShowFriday, July 17, 20266 to 9 … [Read more...] about The Blank Canvas: Third Friday Art Show at Daily Beer Bar June 17
