Midtown Housing Coalition is hosting Forest Grove Festival on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., at American Legion Post 7, 406 E Trinity Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. This event is a fundraiser to build a tiny home community for adults with developmental disabilities. Forest Grove Festival Features Event Schedule … [Read more...] about Forest Grove Festival Aug. 29
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Rhythm & Reels: Free concert and movie series in Apex
Rhythm & Reels is a FREE outdoor concert and movie series that takes place from June 6 to August 22, 2026, at Nature Park Amphitheatre, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. On select Saturday evenings, enjoy a night of music or movies under the stars. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Movies begin at dusk. Learn about each musical artist and movie here. Concerts Movies … [Read more...] about Rhythm & Reels: Free concert and movie series in Apex
UNC Charity Softball Game, plus touch-a-truck and more on Aug. 29
The UNC Charity Softball Game takes place Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Anderson Stadium, 912 Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Admission is free, but this event is a fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House, so donations are welcome. Your donations help provide comfort and care for families who are staying close to their child during medical treatment. Keep … [Read more...] about UNC Charity Softball Game, plus touch-a-truck and more on Aug. 29
Durham Ballet Theatre Costume Sale Aug. 29
Durham Ballet Theatre, at 608 N Duke Street, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a costume sale on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. It's free to attend, and there's a huge selection under $10. Come early for the biggest selection. Take advantage of Durham Ballet Theatre's massive spring cleaning of their storage area. You'll find theater and dance costumes for children, teens … [Read more...] about Durham Ballet Theatre Costume Sale Aug. 29
The Throwdown Presents Food Truck Rodeo at Triangle Town Center Aug. 29
The Throwdown Events and Entertainment presents NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. This event is free to attend. Pay for food and drink. NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo features: … [Read more...] about The Throwdown Presents Food Truck Rodeo at Triangle Town Center Aug. 29
Free Wine Tastings at Taps and Social, and more
Taps and Social, 9954 Chapel Hill Road, Cary, North Carolina, offers a wide variety of beer and wine on tap, as well as on the shelves. It also hosts many events throughout the year, which you can find on their Facebook page. Deals & Discounts … [Read more...] about Free Wine Tastings at Taps and Social, and more
CCS Nerd Yard Sale at Triangle Town Center Aug. 30
Charlie’s Collectible Show is bringing CCS Nerd Yard Sale to Triangle Town Center, 3801 Sumner Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on August 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will take place in the former Macy’s space. This is a free event. Items will be for sale, and parking is free too. Collectors, fans, and hobbyists will open up their shelves, clear out their stashes, and pass along the … [Read more...] about CCS Nerd Yard Sale at Triangle Town Center Aug. 30
Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant Aug. 30
The Plant and Fullsteam Brewery are presenting the second Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. Celebrate North America’s largest native fruit at Pawpaw Palooza. Sample creative uses of this regional treasure while enjoying local food, drinks, shopping, and live music. Festival … [Read more...] about Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant Aug. 30
The Children’s Place: Extra 25% off with promo code, plus deep discounts on clearance items
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Play Rock, Paper, Scissors at Two Roosters Ice Cream for a chance at a discount on Aug. 27
Two Roosters Ice Cream is celebrating World Rock, Paper, Scissors Day on August 27, 2026, with a challenge. After you make your purchase, challenge a scooper at the register to play Rock, Paper, Scissors. If you win, get 10% off your order. Announced on Facebook. One game per transaction! No "best of 3, best of 5," etc.! And standard rules apply. Rock. Paper. Scissors. (No Lizard. No … [Read more...] about Play Rock, Paper, Scissors at Two Roosters Ice Cream for a chance at a discount on Aug. 27
