Pickleball coach Matthews Goodman is offering a free Pickleball: Learn to Play session on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 12 to 1 p.m., at Sanderford Road Park, 2623 Sanderford Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Space is limited. Register here. Learn how to play the fastest growing sport in America. Whether you are playing for the first time or want to brush up on your skills, this event is for … [Read more...] about Free Pickleball Class at Sanderford Road Park, Raleigh on Jan. 17
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Winter Chili Cook-Off at Oaklyn Springs Brewery on North Main Street: free chili-tasting, winner gets $100 gift card!
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 Winter Chili Cook-Off at Oaklyn Springs Brewery on North Main Street: free chili-tasting, winner gets $100 gift card!
Tropical Hopcation at Raleigh Brewing on Jan. 17: Island-vibes, contests, themed drinks, 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. If you're looking for information about Raleigh Brewing Company's Cary Arboretum location, you can find it here. The following are events at the Neil Street location. Upcoming Events Game NightFriday, January 16, 20266:30 p.m.Free Bring your … [Read more...] about Tropical Hopcation at Raleigh Brewing on Jan. 17: Island-vibes, contests, themed drinks, and more!
New tour at NC State Capitol in January — learn about the ancient Greek & Roman symbols
The North Carolina State Capitol is hosting a new tour, New Year, Ancient Ideas, in 2026. On four Saturdays in January, 2026, join a special tour and learn about the ancient Greek and Roman ideas, symbols and history that shaped modern America and North Carolina. Meet in the Capitol Rotunda 1 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, at noon on one of these days: The tours are free and no … [Read more...] about New tour at NC State Capitol in January — learn about the ancient Greek & Roman symbols
Christmas Tree Burning Parties at Steel String Brewery Pluck Farm
Steel String Brewery Pluck Farm is located at 6901 NC-54 West, Mebane, North Carolina. Enjoy the natural setting of the native plant gardens, seasonal blooms, and a 22-hole disc golf course. Events for both the Pluck Farm and Carrboro locations can be found on Steel String's Facebook page. Find events for the Carrboro location here. Read on for events at Steel String Pluck Farm. Upcoming … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Burning Parties at Steel String Brewery Pluck Farm
Durham Really Really Free Market Jan. 17
Durham Really Really Free Market is a community gathering that's all about sharing. Bring what you don't need and take anything you do need. It's not about buying, selling, trading or bartering. Just sharing. No money involved. Durham Really Really free Market generally takes place on the third Saturday of the month, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Orchard Park, 1000 S Duke Street, Durham, North … [Read more...] about Durham Really Really Free Market Jan. 17
Two Highland Cows Get Married at Mason Jar Lager Company Jan. 17
The Mason Jar Lager Co., at 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, hosts frequent events, many of them free. They host live music every Saturday. You can find them on The Mason Jar's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Finn and Goldie Wedding: Cows Get HitchedSaturday, January 17, 20263 p.m.Free Bring your lawn chairs to witness this beautiful union of the two adorable cows, Finn and Goldie. … [Read more...] about Two Highland Cows Get Married at Mason Jar Lager Company Jan. 17
Chatham County Stories and Music at Bynum Front Porch Storytelling Jan. 17
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro (Chatham County), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including storytelling, a music series, and a bluegrass jam session, open to all. Bynum Front Porch is a nonprofit that rents the old Bynum General Store, turning it into a community gathering … [Read more...] about Chatham County Stories and Music at Bynum Front Porch Storytelling Jan. 17
Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
On Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
Free Turkish Music Concert in Cary on Jan. 30
American-Turkish Association NC is presenting a free concert on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at ATA-NC Turkish House, 303 E Durham Road, Cary, North Carolina. The program includes: This concert is presented by ATA-NC and Cary Art Loop, and sponsored in part by the Town of Cary Parks Recreation and Cultural Resources Department. Free concert. Donations are welcome and … [Read more...] about Free Turkish Music Concert in Cary on Jan. 30
