The Chatham Mills "Pollinator Paradise" Garden, at 480 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, features over over 240 species of perennials, trees, shrubs, vines and grasses. 85% of them are native to North Carolina. This garden is maintained by Agricultural Extension Agent Debbie Roos and a small crew of volunteers. It's open every day and is free to visit. You're likely to see bees, … [Read more...] about Free Tour of Pollinator Paradise Garden in Pittsboro Aug. 25
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
OGMBC Expungement and Driver License Restoration Clinic
Orange Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 505 East End Avenue, Durham, NC, hosts an Expungement and Driver License Restoration Clinic the 4th Tuesday of the month. It's free to attend. Learn how you can receive expungement help from Legal Aid of North Carolina's Second Chance Project. Open to Durham County residents only. Click here to register for one of the sessions. The sessions take place at … [Read more...] about OGMBC Expungement and Driver License Restoration Clinic
CramBetter is offering a free month of tutoring to UNC and NC State students
Tutoring company CramBetter is offering a full month of its 24/7 services to UNC and NC State students for free. The regular price is $40 a month. This could be a way for students to see if CramBetter is useful before signing up for a paid membership. Use one of these promo codes by August 29, 2026: CramBetter is not an AI tool. CramBetter is aligned to specific math and science courses in … [Read more...] about CramBetter is offering a free month of tutoring to UNC and NC State students
Live music at Slim’s Downtown Raleigh
Slim's Downtown Raleigh, at 227 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, has a rich history spanning 25 years. It's considered to be a hidden gem dive bar, with affordable drinks and lots of good times. Slim's frequently hosts live music at a low price. You can see upcoming events on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Event Live Music:($5 cover unless otherwise … [Read more...] about Live music at Slim’s Downtown Raleigh
Rita’s Italian Ice: Buy a custard cone and get a free Italian ice
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has a special deal for the rest of August. Now through August 31, 2026, Rita's Ice app users who purchase a Small Frozen Custard Cone can get a FREE Small Italian Ice. The deal is available at participating Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard shops nationwide. Offer available exclusively through the Rita's Ice app. One Free Small Italian Ice reward … [Read more...] about Rita’s Italian Ice: Buy a custard cone and get a free Italian ice
Kohl’s Cash Giveaway Aug. 22-23 (plus, a back to school sale)
Check back soon for more deals! … [Read more...] about Kohl’s Cash Giveaway Aug. 22-23 (plus, a back to school sale)
Raleigh’s Summer Concert Series: Carpe Diem Saxophone Quartet Aug. 23
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is hosting a summer concert series in Fletcher Park and Pullen Park the summer of 2026. These concerts are free to attend. They take place on select Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. from May 31 to August 23, 2026 Raleigh Summer Concert Series 2026 Check here for any changes to the schedule. Fred Fletcher Park Pullen Park … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Summer Concert Series: Carpe Diem Saxophone Quartet Aug. 23
Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 22-23
The Town of Cary's Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is back for 2026! It will take place August 22 and 23, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall Campus in Downtown Cary, 316 N. Academy Street, Cary. This is a free festival. The 50th Annual Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival features: Jump for more information on: Artist Gallery Over 250 artists are … [Read more...] about Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 22-23
Oktoberfest at Durham Beer Garden on Sept. 19
Durham Beer Garden, 812 N Mangum Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1 to 10 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy a full day of German beer, food, live music, competitions and Oktoberfest fun, including pretzel necklace making. German-Style Beers: They'll be pouring a variety of traditional styles, including Märzen, … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Durham Beer Garden on Sept. 19
Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 22
Packapalooza is a huge, free, family-friendly block party and street festival welcoming the Wolfpack back to campus. It takes place on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The whole community is invited to this free street festival. The festival includes music, games, vendors and much … [Read more...] about Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 22
