Downtown Garner is kicking off its outdoor concert series, Groovin' in Garner, on Friday, May 15, 2026, with Rockzilla. Groovin' in Garner takes place on the Garner Recreation Center lawn, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site, or you can purchase dinner from one of the Downtown Garner restaurants. Beer and wine will … [Read more...] about Groovin’ in Garner — Kyle Mullins and Robert Hunter Sept. 18
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Community Day at Olde Raleigh Village Sept. 26: FREE food, giveaways, face painting and more…
Olde Raleigh Village, at 3231 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Community Day on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of FREE food, family-friendly fun, games, giveaways, and more. Best of all? It’s completely FREE to attend! The event includes: … [Read more...] about Community Day at Olde Raleigh Village Sept. 26: FREE food, giveaways, face painting and more…
Free screenings and filmmaking discussions with PBS North Carolina — A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story on Oct. 6
PBS North Carolina, WUNC Radio, the North Carolina Museum of Art and the NCMA Foundation present— A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 6 p.m., at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event, but registration is required. A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story is a compelling new documentary that … [Read more...] about Free screenings and filmmaking discussions with PBS North Carolina — A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story on Oct. 6
The GapJeans Event: 30% to 50% off ALL jeans on The Gap website
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Intergenerational Story Circle Series with Johnny Lee Chapman III at the Gregg Museum: Lakota John on Sept. 16
NC State's Gregg Museum of Art & Design, at 1903 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, is open to the public and free to visit. Free, limited parking is available adjacent to the building. Currently open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Upcoming Events Intergenerational Story Circle Series with Johnny Lee Chapman IIIWednesday, September 16, 20266:30 … [Read more...] about Intergenerational Story Circle Series with Johnny Lee Chapman III at the Gregg Museum: Lakota John on Sept. 16
Fiestas Patrias Vive Mexico at Moore Square Sept. 16
Delegacion Cultura de Mexico en Carolina del Norte is presenting Fiestas Patrias Vive Mexico on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This Meixcan cultural festival is a gathering to celebrate Mexican traditions, music, dance, art and cuisine. … [Read more...] about Fiestas Patrias Vive Mexico at Moore Square Sept. 16
Spider Stories — Historia de Aranas in Apex Sept. 16
The Town of Apex is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a special event September 16, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Hunter Street Park Shelter, 1250 Ambergate Station, Apex, North Carolina. Spider Stories -- History de Aranas features is a free event. Activities: Schedule: … [Read more...] about Spider Stories — Historia de Aranas in Apex Sept. 16
Open House with Fit4Mom Hillsborough-Mebane Sept. 14-19 — free fitness classes and more
Fit4Mom Hillsborough-Mebane is holding a fall open house, with free classes from September 14 to 19, 2026. Registration isn't required, but is appreciated. The events take place at these locations: Monday, September 14 Tuesday, September 15 Wednesday, September 16 Friday, September 18 Saturday, September 19 … [Read more...] about Open House with Fit4Mom Hillsborough-Mebane Sept. 14-19 — free fitness classes and more
Open Mic Nights and Music Bingo at Oaklyn Springs Brewery
Oaklyn Springs Brewery can be found at 2912 N Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home-brewing operation. Now they work to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events. You can find events listed on their website calendar or on the brewery's Facebook page. View our page for the Oaklyn Springs Taproom … [Read more...] about Open Mic Nights and Music Bingo at Oaklyn Springs Brewery
Quilting Exhibition and Fall Fundraiser with West End Community Foundation
West End Community Foundation, Inc. is presenting Threads Across the Diaspora, a quilting exhibition featuring works from Liberia, the African-American Quilt Circle of Durham, and local quilters. You can view the exhibition at Community Family Life & Recreation Center at Lyon Park Gymnasium, 1309 Halley Street, Durham, North Carolina, during the center's regular business hours from Thursday, … [Read more...] about Quilting Exhibition and Fall Fundraiser with West End Community Foundation
