Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13, 2025. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Bynum Front Porch: Milll Town Yarns Sept. 13
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 Bynum Front Porch: Milll Town Yarns Sept. 13
Get a free ice cream from Simons Says Dip This in Durham on Sept. 13 (learn how inside!)
If you live in (or visit) the Durham area and you like freebies, you need to learn about Bull City Freebie Society! (BCFS) BCFS organizes "freebie drops" with local businesses. If you sign up for BCFS you'll receive an email and/or text a few days before the drop, letting you know about it. It's free to join Bull City Freebie Society. Then, you just show up on the date and time, show the … [Read more...] about Get a free ice cream from Simons Says Dip This in Durham on Sept. 13 (learn how inside!)
Hillsborough Classic Film Society: The Mirror on Sept. 14
The Hillsborough Classic Film Society is a group that shows classic, foreign and independent films once a month, at 2 p.m. Most screenings are at the Passmore Center, 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC. The Passmore Center is next to the Orange County SportsPlex. At each event, an expert speaker will set the background for the film. There is also free popcorn! The events are free to … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Classic Film Society: The Mirror on Sept. 14
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work, Free Dark Comedy at Raleigh Brewing, 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 Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: A Staged ReadingTuesday, September … [Read more...] about Teamwork Makes the Dream Work, Free Dark Comedy at Raleigh Brewing, and more…
Git Along Vintage Market at Lonerider Brewery, and more
Lonerider is at 8816 Gulf Ct., Raleigh, NC. Lonerider has been in operation since 2019. Their beer is distributed in nine states and has a portfolio of award-winning beers, including medals from the Great American Beer Festival. Lonerider hosts many events. Find them on the Lonerider Brewery Facebook page. You can also check their website calendar. Upcoming Events Oktoberfest at … [Read more...] about Git Along Vintage Market at Lonerider Brewery, and more
NatureFest at North Carolina Botanical Garden Oct 18
North Carolina Botanical Garden, 100 Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting NatureFest on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. This FREE event is a family-friendly celebration of native plants and animals. Explore the wonders of nature through a variety of engaging outdoor activity stations. This event is designed for families with children up to age 10. … [Read more...] about NatureFest at North Carolina Botanical Garden Oct 18
Day of the Dead celebrations in the Triangle
Día de Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a traditional Mexican holiday in which participants remember and pray for their friends and family members who have passed away. The holiday features altars to loved ones and brightly painted sugar skulls. Read on to learn about some some celebrations, festivals and workshops in Raleigh, Durham, and the rest of the Triangle, where you can learn about and … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead celebrations in the Triangle
Oktoberfest celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
This September and October, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and nearby areas in the Triangle will be bursting with Oktoberfest celebrations. You'll find them at breweries, restaurants, music venues and more. At some of these celebrations you can enjoy beer that's not available other times of years. At some you can enjoy wiener dog racing, beer stein hoisting competitions, and … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Find plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill and beyond, on this list. Events for all age kids are included, from toddlers to teens, so make sure to follow the links to learn more about each event. You'll also find some events on this list that, while not specifically designed for kids, are kid-friendly and a great way to spend time with the whole … [Read more...] about Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
