Apex Prom Shoppe is a one-weekend-only, annual FREE shop for prom dresses and accessories. Apex United Methodist Church, 100 S Hughes Street, Apex, North Carolina, has been holding this event for years, and they have more dresses than ever this year -- over 1,000 dresses, as well as shoes and accessories. Girls planning to attend prom (or other formal dance) are welcome to come in a shop for … [Read more...] about Free prom dresses at Apex Prom Shoppe — Feb. 27 and 28
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Wake Forest Community Garden Fair Feb. 28: Free gardening classes, free seeds, more…
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, st 1524 Jenkins Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is hosting Wake Forest Community Garden Fair on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free community event. There will be two Free Classes taught by Master GardenersAttend both! 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12 - 1 p.m. Learn more from table presenters about Square Foot … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Community Garden Fair Feb. 28: Free gardening classes, free seeds, more…
For the Culture Food Truck Festival in Durham Feb. 28
The Throwdown Events and Entertainment is presenting For the Culture Food Truck Festival on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This free event is in celebration of Black History Month and will showcase some of the best Black-owned food trucks, as well as Black artisans and vendors. … [Read more...] about For the Culture Food Truck Festival in Durham Feb. 28
All-day Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on Feb. 28 — pay what you can!
In honor of International Commedia dell’ Arte Day, i Firenzi Commedia and Scrap Paper Shakespeare are hosting Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at The Studio at Theatre Raleigh, 3027 Barrow Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is pay what you can! Donations approximately the cost of a fancy coffee are suggested. At this special event you'll … [Read more...] about All-day Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on Feb. 28 — pay what you can!
Free Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead Saturdays in February
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a special guided tour, "Field & Factory: Tobacco's Laborers" every Saturday in February, 2026. To learn a fuller story of the people who worked in tobacco, join Duke Homestead staff on site for a special program, “Field & Factory: A Look at Tobacco’s Laborers.” These walks will highlight the contributions … [Read more...] about Free Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead Saturdays in February
25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art Feb. 28
North Carolina Museum of History's 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed for renovation. The festival takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast for January 31. This … [Read more...] about 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art Feb. 28
Purim Celebrations in the Triangle
Purim is many Jewish kids' favorite holiday. It's got it all -- costumes, pastries, noise, games. Purim commemorates the thwarting of the plans to kill all the Jews in the Persian empire. The story is told in the Book of Esther, and dates to the 5th century BC. Read on to learn a little bit about the holiday, the traditions associated with it, and how you can celebrate Purim in the … [Read more...] about Purim Celebrations in the Triangle
Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
Holly Springs Parks and Recreation and Holly Springs Cultural Center are hosting Black Expressions -- a Celebration of Art, Voice and Performance on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6 p.m., at Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration starts with an artist reception from 6 to 7 p.m. The art reception is free to attend. Meet the artists and … [Read more...] about Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
A Shakespeare Sampler — free condensed performances at Five Points Center in Raleigh Feb. 27
A Shakespeare Sampler is 90 minutes of engaging live theater featuring highlights from some of Shakespeare’s most iconic plays and characters. Performed by a talented cast of Raleigh’s top actors, these interactive, condensed performances offer a dynamic and accessible take on classic works. A Shakespeare Sampler will be performed on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Five … [Read more...] about A Shakespeare Sampler — free condensed performances at Five Points Center in Raleigh Feb. 27
The Players Retreat Celebrating 75th Birthday with 25¢ hot dogs and 35¢ beers
The Players Retreat, at 105 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating its 75th anniversary by turning back the clock. On Thursday, February 26, 2026, starting at 11:30 a.m., it's rolling back prices to 1951, when the bar and restaurant began. Hot dogs are 25 cents and Budweiser drafts are 35 cents. While supplies last! Come early and grab a hot dog and a beer, and celebrate with … [Read more...] about The Players Retreat Celebrating 75th Birthday with 25¢ hot dogs and 35¢ beers
