The 83rd Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival takes place Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, 2025, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, at NC State Fairgrounds, Holshouser Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. The theme this year is "Happy Holidays." Tickets are $5, with kids under 13 admitted for free. The festival features: This is a great opportunity to shop for a … [Read more...] about 83rd Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival Sept. 6-7
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Wake Forest Unplugged: free games, activities, and music Sep 7
Wake Forest Unplugged is a free event that encourages people to leave their technology behind and connect with the community through games, activities and a free concert. It takes place Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m., near the Walker Garden at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, NC. Enjoy sack and relay races, corn hole, and miniature golf. Food and dessert … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Unplugged: free games, activities, and music Sep 7
Chapel Hill Car Show and Soap Box Derby Sept. 7
Chapel Hill Community Center, 120 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting a Car Show and Soap Box Derby on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event will be free for spectators to enjoy. Entering either the car show or soap box derby will cost $20 in advance and $30 the day of the event. Prizes will be awarded. Learn more and register for car show or soap box … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill Car Show and Soap Box Derby Sept. 7
Hillsborough history celebration Sept. 6: A Celebration of The Third Provincial Congress
North Carolina's revolutionary past comes to life at Hillsborough's celebration of the 250th anniversary of The Third Provincial Congress on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., in historic downtown Hillsborough. This free public event honors the pivotal 1775 gathering that helped shape the path to independence and is part of North Carolina’s America 250 commemorations. The … [Read more...] about Hillsborough history celebration Sept. 6: A Celebration of The Third Provincial Congress
Lowe’s gives away free MANNA water bottles for one day only
Thirsty for a big giveaway? It’s time for students to get back to class. And that means they will need to keep a water bottle nearby for studying, exercising or just hanging out with friends. Lowe’s is hosting a one-day-only giveaway for kids to add a complimentary water bottle to their backpack, gym bag or study station at home. On Sept. 6, 2025, Lowe’s is celebrating the back-to-school … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free MANNA water bottles for one day only
WalkUP: Inaugural art, music and garden walk in University Park, Raleigh on Sept. 6
The University Park Community in Raleigh is hosting WalkUP: Experience University Park on Saturday, September 6, 2025. This is a free art, music and garden walk. Many venues are hosting special events. Free to participate! It takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The following Google Map shows all the locations and what you'll find at each one. Some of the highlights are: Be sure to … [Read more...] about WalkUP: Inaugural art, music and garden walk in University Park, Raleigh on Sept. 6
Oktoberfest at Durham Co-op Market Sept. 6
Durham Co-op Market, 1111 West Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. This event was announced on Facebook. It's free to attend. If you RSVP you'll receive one free pretzel. Traditional Oktoberfest attire encouraged. There will be prizes for the best dressed. Enjoy music, German style beers, … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Durham Co-op Market Sept. 6
DISCover Ultimate Day Sep. 6: Free Ultimate Frisbee Day for Youth
USA Ultimate is partnering with local ultimate frisbee organizations to host DISCover Ultimate Day on September 6, 2025, from 9 to 11 a.m. This is a fun and FREE event introducing youth athletes to the game of Ultimate Frisbee. It's designed for middle school and high school athletes (ages 11-18) interested in learning a new sport. Participants will learn the basics of ultimate in a fun, … [Read more...] about DISCover Ultimate Day Sep. 6: Free Ultimate Frisbee Day for Youth
Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale Sept. 6
Cool off at the Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale. This free event takes place at the splash pad at Knightdale Station Park, 700 N 1st Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on these days: There will be a variety of fun games, a DJ and food trucks. … [Read more...] about Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale Sept. 6
Free Sensory-friendly Film Series at Carolina Theatre of Durham: Free tickets, but you can reserve them
The Carolina Theatre of Durham, at 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC, is presenting a sensory friendly film series. These events are for people with autism and others who have sensory sensitivities. Tickets are FREE but they do sell out. You can reserve tickets in advance of the film screening online, by phone at 919-560-3030, or at the box office. A limited number of tickets will also … [Read more...] about Free Sensory-friendly Film Series at Carolina Theatre of Durham: Free tickets, but you can reserve them
