In partnership with the Garner Performing Arts Center, the NC Museum of History invites you to bring your favorite craft supplies to a free showing of the movie, Night at the Museum. Crafting at the Cinema takes place Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, North Carolina. Admission is free, but tickets are … [Read more...] about Crafting at the Cinema: Watch Night at the Museum while crafting on Aug. 20 at Garner Performing Arts Center
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
National Night Out in Fuquay-Varina Aug. 21
The Fuquay-Varina Police Department is hosting a National Night Out Celebration on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. It will take place in the Target parking lot at 3200 Gold Ring Road, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. The event includes: … [Read more...] about National Night Out in Fuquay-Varina Aug. 21
5 Points Gallery in Durham: Opening reception for The Long Exhale on Aug. 21
5 Points Gallery, at 109 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, features work from contemporary artists who live and work locally. Works include paintings, drawings, fused glass, sculptures and mixed media artworks. On Friday, August 21, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., 5 Points is hosting an opening reception for The Long Exhale: A Group Exhibition. As the pace of summer begins to soften, The … [Read more...] about 5 Points Gallery in Durham: Opening reception for The Long Exhale on Aug. 21
Chewy: Buy 3 pet toys and get 1 free
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Durham Rescue Mission’s Back to School Party, with free school supplies, lunch, groceries and more
Durham Rescue Mission, 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a Back-To-School Party on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. It's free to attend. The event was announced on Facebook. Doors open at 11 a.m. and the event begins at 12 p.m. All items are available while supplies last. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Durham Rescue Mission’s Back to School Party, with free school supplies, lunch, groceries and more
Summer Vibes Music Series in Cary: Night Shift Band on Aug. 19
The Town of Cary is presenting Summer Vibes Music Series in June, July and August, 2026. These free events features live music, food and drink. The events are appropriate for all ages. There will be crafts and activities at the park for kids. Adam Decker BandJune 17, 20266 to 8 p.m.Carpenter Fire Station Neighborhood Park7119 Carpenter Fire Station Road, Cary, NC Island Time BandJuly 15, … [Read more...] about Summer Vibes Music Series in Cary: Night Shift Band on Aug. 19
Oak City Voices Meet & Greet / Open Rehearsal for 10th Anniversary Season Aug. 18
Twice a year Oak City Voices (OCV) has a Meet & Greet event for prospective singers to come and see if OCV’s women’s chorus might fit their desire to make beautiful music in a fun environment with a highly professional director (Russell McKinney) and a wonderful accompanist (Martha Abernathy.) The next Meet & Greet is on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m., at St. Paul's Episcopal … [Read more...] about Oak City Voices Meet & Greet / Open Rehearsal for 10th Anniversary Season Aug. 18
Closed: Durty Bull Brewing Company
Durty Bull Brewing Company, at 206 Broadway Street, Durham, closed in the end of September, 2026. … [Read more...] about Closed: Durty Bull Brewing Company
Krispy Kreme: Wear Pokémon attire and receive a FREE doughnut on August 22 (plus a special Pokemon dozen!)
Krispy Kreme is teaming up with The Pokémon Company International to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with a new Pokémon Doughnut Collection, featuring five beloved Pokémon transformed into Krispy Kreme creations that fans can catch and share. PLUS, you can wear Pokemon-inspired clothing to a participating Krispy Kreme location on Saturday, August 22, 2026 to receive a FREE doughnut — details … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: Wear Pokémon attire and receive a FREE doughnut on August 22 (plus a special Pokemon dozen!)
August events: Top things to do in the Triangle
August marks the end of the summer (although it might not feel like it) and the beginning of the school year for many kids. There's still lots to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle, in August. Read on for more than 20 of the top events in the Triangle in August. Then keep reading for a day by day calendar of everything on Triangle on the Cheap's calendar in August, … [Read more...] about August events: Top things to do in the Triangle
