May the 4th is known as Star Wars Day. "May the 4th be with you..." It's on this day that you'll find many organizations hosting Star Wars themed events like movie screenings, cosplay events and themed markets. This is the best day of the year to break out your light saber! Read on for a list of Star Wars Day events in the Triangle, including costume parties, movies, dance parties and more. … [Read more...] about Star Wars Day Events in the Triangle — May the 4th Be With You
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow May 30
The annual Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow will be held at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at Harvey Hill at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's open to the public and free to attend. Presented in partnership with Triangle Native American Society, experience a day of competition dancing and drumming, … [Read more...] about Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow May 30
Summer Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park May 31
Durham Central Park’s Food Truck Rodeos take place several times a year on Sunday afternoons. Dozens of the Triangle's most popular food trucks gather. It's free to attend. Just pay for what you want to eat and rink. Durham Central Park is at 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Enjoy fresh tunes, bring the kids to enjoy the bounce houses, face painting and other activities, and connect … [Read more...] about Summer Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park May 31
Star Wars Day Celebration at Bricks & Minifigs Durham
Bricks & Minifigs is a store that lets you buy, sell and trade LEGOs and LEGO sets! If you're looking for a special piece to complete a set (or fulfill your own imaginative plan), or you have some LEGO sets that you're ready to part with, this is the place for you! It's at 3823 Guess Road, Durham, North Carolina. Follow them on Facebook for updates and events. A Galactic Extravaganza … [Read more...] about Star Wars Day Celebration at Bricks & Minifigs Durham
Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street UMC May 4
Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, at 1209 N Elizabeth Street, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent free community events, including monthly food distributions and community meals. They list their events on their Facebook page. Free Food Distribution Elizabeth Street UMC usually hosts free food distributions the first Monday of the month at 2 p.m. If it's a holiday, the event will be … [Read more...] about Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street UMC May 4
Air Hockey Tournament at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh on Mondays, more…
Boxcar Bar and Arcade, 330 West Davie Street, Raleigh, and 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers a huge number of arcade games and pinball machines and console games, as well as air hockey, skeeball, foosball and more. See their whole list of games here. They also host lots of events, including some free ones. This page is for the Raleigh Boxcar location. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade … [Read more...] about Air Hockey Tournament at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh on Mondays, more…
Concerts on the Creek at Hub RTP: Too Phat Brass Band May 9
Hub RTP is hosting Concerts on the Creek the second Saturday of the month in March, April, May, June, and September, 2026, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. This is a FREE concert series. Families, friends and music lovers are invited to gather alongside Hub RTP’s Burdens Creek boardwalk for an open-air showcase of standout performers and nationally acclaimed musical talent. Band Lineup You'll find … [Read more...] about Concerts on the Creek at Hub RTP: Too Phat Brass Band May 9
Raleigh Really Really Free Market May 10
Raleigh Really Really Free Market is a monthly event where people can give away stuff for free and take stuff for free. No money is exchanged. In addition to goods, people might be sharing skills, services or activities. Some past shares have been: Raleigh Really Really Free Market takes place the second Sunday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Eliza Pool Park, 1600 Fayetteville Street, … [Read more...] about Raleigh Really Really Free Market May 10
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2026 season. Dates … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
Pop Up Skate Park at Dix Park May 16
Skate Raleigh is bringing a Pop Up Skate Park to Gipson Play Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This free all-ages, all-skill-level event welcomes beginners and experienced skaters alike. Real skate features will be set up in the park, with instructors and volunteers on hand to offer tips, support, and encouragement. Whether … [Read more...] about Pop Up Skate Park at Dix Park May 16
