Orange County will honor the sacrifices of America’s servicemen and women during the annual Orange County Veterans Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 25, 2026, from 8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Site, 2501 Homestead Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Program of Events Call to OrderJesse G. Torres, United States Marines Posting of ColorsOrange County Sheriff’s Office Honor … [Read more...] about Orange County Veterans Memorial Day Ceremony in Chapel Hill
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Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Oak City Music Collective and NC State Centennial Campus are presenting the concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on most Wednesdays from June 3 to August 5, 2026, from 12 to 1 p.m. No concert is listed for June 24 at the time of this post. The concerts take place at 321 Coffee, 930 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Food trucks … [Read more...] about Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Town of Cary Memorial Day Remembrance May 25
The Town of Cary is presenting a Memorial Day Remembrance on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., at Veterans Freedom Park, 1517 N Harrison Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. Event parking and shuttle service at Cary Academy. Meet at Veterans Freedom Park for a ceremony honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. This free event brings residents together for a patriotic … [Read more...] about Town of Cary Memorial Day Remembrance May 25
Memorial Day Remembrance with Durham County Veteran Services May 25
Durham County Veteran Services is presenting a Memorial Day Remembrance event on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 9 a.m., at William V. Bell Building (formerly Administration II Building), 201 E Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. It will take place in Conference Room 126. It's free and open to everyone. The program will feature a roll call recognizing the more than 350 known Durham County veterans … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Remembrance with Durham County Veteran Services May 25
Live Music at The Barn(n) at Sonark Farms in Hillsborough
Sonark Farms, 5292 Sonark Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is set on 63 scenic acres. It's a welcoming place to gather, celebrate and enjoy the countryside. At the heart of the property, The Bar(n) at Sonark Farms brings people together for live music, special events, weddings, and other events in a rustic, relaxed setting. The live music events are generally priced low, or even "pay what you … [Read more...] about Live Music at The Barn(n) at Sonark Farms in Hillsborough
Free Patriotic Pops concert by North Carolina Symphony in Southern Village in Chapel Hill June 18
The North Carolina Symphony is presenting a free concert on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 8 to 10 p.m., at Southern Village Green, Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. North Carolina Symphony, conducted by Sophie Mok, will perform patriotic favorites to celebrate America 250. Featuring vocalist Taylor Troyer. Program Enjoy patriotic favorites such as: You can bring blankets, low … [Read more...] about Free Patriotic Pops concert by North Carolina Symphony in Southern Village in Chapel Hill June 18
Wear flip flops and get a free smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Café June 5
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is bringing back National Flip Flop Day and celebrating the holiday with a FREE 12-ounce Mango Monsoon for customers who wear flip flops on June 5, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Mango Monsoon smoothie is made with mango, pineapple, papaya, guava, passion fruit and coconut. The offer is available only in the cafe. One per customer. No modifications to the free smoothie … [Read more...] about Wear flip flops and get a free smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Café June 5
Jazz: The Session at Bond Brothers Eastside on Thursdays, more…
Bond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very full music calendar, in addition to a great beer list. The food truck Bulkogi is there every day that Bond Brothers Eastside is open, offering the Bulkogi Burger, Galbi Basket, Ramen Fried … [Read more...] about Jazz: The Session at Bond Brothers Eastside on Thursdays, more…
Free Yoga and Fitness Classes in Cary
The Town of Cary is offering a series of FREE yoga and fitness classes at USA Baseball National Training Complex, 280 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, North Carolina. There will be three different types of classes offered: For each one, there will be two four-week sessions, with each class taking place once a week. When you register, you'll be registering for a four-week session. You can see and … [Read more...] about Free Yoga and Fitness Classes in Cary
Bimbé Weekday Events: Cypher at the Bull, more…
Leading up to the 56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival, there will be several Bimbé Weekday Events in Durham. These are FREE, community-centered happenings. Bimbé Block partyWednesday, May 13, 20266 to 8 p.m.Holton Career and Resource Center Athletic Field401 N. Driver Street, Durham, NCFreeAll Ages Enjoy an evening of carnival-style games, community fun, and great food. The first 150 … [Read more...] about Bimbé Weekday Events: Cypher at the Bull, more…
