The Triangle area of North Carolina is rich with museums but you don't need riches to visit them because many are free. And some that aren't free offer free days. Raleigh, especially, as the state capital, has many free museum offerings, but you'll find some in Durham and Chapel Hill as well. Keep in mind that all the free museums welcome donations. Raleigh North Carolina Museum of … [Read more...] about Free days at museums in the Triangle
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
CatVideoFest: three locations in the Triangle in August
CatVideoFest is a nationwide project that curates the latest and best cat videos, creating a compilation reel that is shown in theaters across the country. CatVideoFest partners with a cat-focused charity near each theater, with proceeds from each show helping that organization. CatVideoFest is showing at three theaters in the Triangle. Here's where to catch it! CatVideoFest in Cary The … [Read more...] about CatVideoFest: three locations in the Triangle in August
Watermelon Day at State Farmers Market Aug. 7
State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street in Raleigh, includes 30,000 square feet for North Carolina farmers to sell fresh produce. It's open every day: In addition, there are three restaurants, the Market Grill, Seafood Restaurant and State Farmers Market Restaurant. State Farmers Market hosts many special events throughout the year. Here's one! Watermelon Day The State Farmers … [Read more...] about Watermelon Day at State Farmers Market Aug. 7
Outdoor movies at 321 Coffee (Downtown Raleigh): A Minecraft Movie Aug. 8
321 Coffee and L'Arche North Carolina are presenting an outdoor summer movie series in 2025. These are free and inclusive events that take place at 321 Coffee, 615 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The movies start at 7 p.m. Please bring your own blanket or chair. More information and updates will be at larchenc.org/events. Summer Movie Series Schedule L’Arche North … [Read more...] about Outdoor movies at 321 Coffee (Downtown Raleigh): A Minecraft Movie Aug. 8
Friday Family Flicks in Garner — free outdoor movies — A Minecraft Movie Aug. 8
Garner Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources is presenting Friday Family Flicks. These are free outdoor movies at Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. Concessions will be available for purchase. Free activities will be available one hour before the start of the movie. Next up is A Minecraft Movie on Friday, August 8, 2025. Activities and concessions start … [Read more...] about Friday Family Flicks in Garner — free outdoor movies — A Minecraft Movie Aug. 8
National Fried Chicken and Waffles Day: $5 off at Metro Diner Aug 8
Friday, August 8, 202, is National Fried Chicken and Waffles Day. Yes, there is also a fried chicken day and a waffles day, but this is Chicken and Waffle Day. Metro Diner is the force behind National Chicken and Waffles Day, and they invite you to celebrate them for the 7th year. In-Diner Discount: Anyone who orders Fried Chicken & Waffles in-dinner on August 8, 2025, will receive $5 … [Read more...] about National Fried Chicken and Waffles Day: $5 off at Metro Diner Aug 8
Sweet Carolina Summer Bash at Old Raleigh Village Aug. 9 — free lunch, mechanical bull, bounce house, more…
Olde Raleigh Village, 3231 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Sweet Carolina Summer Bash on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This free event is for all ages. Everything is free, including the food. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Sweet Carolina Summer Bash at Old Raleigh Village Aug. 9 — free lunch, mechanical bull, bounce house, more…
Back to School Bash hosted by Journey Church of the Nazarene in Wake Forest
Journey Church of the Nazarene is hosting a Back to School Bash next to the Perry Farms Pool, 1101 Averette Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. The church will be passing out free backpacks with school supplies, while they last. There will also be bounce houses and crafts. The church will be selling food and ice … [Read more...] about Back to School Bash hosted by Journey Church of the Nazarene in Wake Forest
Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 9
The Durham County Sheriff's Office is hosting a Back to School Community Resource Event on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Durham County Memorial Stadium, 750 Stadium Drive, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 9
Back to School Fun Day Bash at Mt. Peace Baptist Church in Raleigh Aug. 9 — free haircuts, school supplies, braiding, more…
Mt. Peace Baptist Church and Camp Fusion present Back to School Fun Day Bash on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 1601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but registration is required by August 2, 2025. Volunteers and donations are needed. The event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Fun Day Bash at Mt. Peace Baptist Church in Raleigh Aug. 9 — free haircuts, school supplies, braiding, more…
