3 Bluebirds Farm, at 1001 Horse Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Rubber Duck Race Fundraiser on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free but activities have a cost. This fun day features: 3 Bluebirds farm is a nonprofit currently providing autism services through their summer and track-out camps for children with autism and social clubs for teens … [Read more...] about Rubber Duck Race (and more) at 3 Bluebirds Farm Apr. 25
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Canine Field Day at Rock Quarry Park April 25
Show your dog a good time at Canine Field Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. Canine Field Day features: … [Read more...] about Canine Field Day at Rock Quarry Park April 25
26th Annual Mildred Council Community Dinner in Chapel Hill on April 26
The 26th Annual Mildred Council Community Dinner takes place April 26, 2026. Each year, Orange County, NC, honors the legacy of Mildred Council—affectionately known as “Mama Dip”—by sharing a meal and strengthening our community. Sponsored by Orange County, this gathering brings together neighbors, friends, and families for an evening of fellowship, reflection, and service. Who Was Mildred … [Read more...] about 26th Annual Mildred Council Community Dinner in Chapel Hill on April 26
Film and skywatching at West Point Environmental Education Pavilion April 24
Silver Screen & Starry Skies: Apollo 13 is a free event at West Point Environmental Education Pavilion, 5235 N Roxboro Road, Durham, North Carolina, on April 24, 2026, from 8 to 11 p.m. Although it's free, registration is required. Bring your blankets, chairs, and friends as we gather under the night sky to watch the film Apollo 13 (1995). This film dramatizes the true story of the 1970 … [Read more...] about Film and skywatching at West Point Environmental Education Pavilion April 24
Asian Night at East Chapel Hill High School Apr. 24 — vendors, performers, food trucks
The Asian student organizations at three high schools, Chapel Hill High School, Carrboro High School and East Chapel Hill High School, are joining together to present Asian Night. This event will take place at East Chapel Hill High School, 500 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $10, with proceeds going toward the OneSky … [Read more...] about Asian Night at East Chapel Hill High School Apr. 24 — vendors, performers, food trucks
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center: $5 admission
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, 250 E Franklin Center, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, might be best known for its planetarium shows, but it offers much more. Exhibits include: Discounted Fridays On every Friday in April, 2026, (except for the spring holiday, April 3) Morehead is offering $5 general admission tickets. (Not the planetarium shows.) Dates are April 10, 17 and 24, … [Read more...] about Morehead Planetarium & Science Center: $5 admission
RDU Book Crawl — visit independent bookstores for a chance to win prizes Apr. 24-26
The RDU Book Crawl is a weekend long event celebrating independent bookstores across the "Raleigh and Durham" area. Participants are encouraged to visit as many participating bookstores as they can during the crawl. For the purposes of this crawl, the "Raleigh Durham area" is the whole Triangle, and more. One of the bookstores is in Fayetteville, which is pretty far away from everything else, … [Read more...] about RDU Book Crawl — visit independent bookstores for a chance to win prizes Apr. 24-26
Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series at Neuse River Amphitheater
The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2026. It will take place at the Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. The concerts are all at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live music, food and fun. This concert was announced on Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department's Facebook … [Read more...] about Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series at Neuse River Amphitheater
Cary Gallery of Artists’ Final Friday Reception Apr. 24
Cary Gallery of Artists, at 200 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is a cooperative operated by local artists. It features contemporary and traditional fine art and craft, with more than 300 artworks exhibited by 24 artists from around the Triangle. Displays change monthly, and are introduced with a "Final Friday" evening reception. Final Friday Reception The Final Friday Receptions … [Read more...] about Cary Gallery of Artists’ Final Friday Reception Apr. 24
Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
The 5th Annual Raleigh Earth Day takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Dix Park. Specifically, it will be at Harvey Hill, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This family-friendly event brings together community members, local organizations, and city departments for an evening dedicated to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and … [Read more...] about Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
