On January 4, 2026, the town of Selma is celebrating Three Kings Day with a free event for the whole community. Selma Three Kings Fiesta Selma Three Kings Day CelebrationSunday, January 4, 20262 to 5 p.m.Downtown Selma105 Raiford Street, Selma, NCFree Celebrate Three Kings Day in downtown Selma. A skit in both English and Spanish explaining Three Kings Day will be performed. The … [Read more...] about Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
NC Collector’s Roadshow Jan. 3 and 4
Raleigh's largest sports cards, toys and collectibles show will be at the Jim Graham Buildingon NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, on January 3 and 4, 2026. The event will feature over many tables of great finds, including: Admission is only $5 for adults and is free for kids 12 and under. A pass for the whole weekend is just $7. … [Read more...] about NC Collector’s Roadshow Jan. 3 and 4
Produce Giveaway at Lakewood YMCA Durham Jan. 3
Durham YMCA announced on Facebook that they are hosting a produce giveaway on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Lakewood YMCA, 2119 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina. Come by and grab a bag of fresh fruits and veggies, absolutely free, while they last. This giveaway is held in partnership with Eatwell Exchange Inc. and Aetna. … [Read more...] about Produce Giveaway at Lakewood YMCA Durham Jan. 3
Emancipation Day: Fighting for Freedom: Black Civil War Reenactors at Pope House Museum Jan. 3
For Emancipation Day, the Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, will be presenting Fighting for Freedom: Black Civil War Reenactors. This free event takes place on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No registration is required. Travel back in time to see United States Colored Troops and allies as they tell stories of real-life Black soldiers … [Read more...] about Emancipation Day: Fighting for Freedom: Black Civil War Reenactors at Pope House Museum Jan. 3
Emancipation Day Trolley Tour: Oberlin Village Tour Jan. 3
A longstanding North Carolina tradition is to celebrate Emancipation Day, a commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Traditionally this was celebrated on January 1st, and included a parade and program, followed by singing, poetry reading, and speeches by both black and white leaders. Located on the outskirts of Raleigh, Oberlin Village was a vibrant African American communityestablished … [Read more...] about Emancipation Day Trolley Tour: Oberlin Village Tour Jan. 3
Emancipation Day: Breakfast and Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum January 3
Emancipation Day, a long-standing North Carolina Tradition, is a commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Traditionally this was celebrated on January 1st, and included a parade and program, followed by singing, poetry reading, and speeches by both black and white leaders. The City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Emancipation Day … [Read more...] about Emancipation Day: Breakfast and Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum January 3
How to recycle Christmas trees in the Triangle for mulch — or to share with goats and pigs
When the time comes that you have to let your Christmas tree go, it's easy and free to do, and even "pays it forward" -- as Christmas trees are turned into mulch. Dried out Christmas trees become increasingly flammable as days go by, so don't hold onto it for too long. Most towns and cities recycle Christmas trees for mulch, so recycling your tree is a way of "paying it forward." Read on for … [Read more...] about How to recycle Christmas trees in the Triangle for mulch — or to share with goats and pigs
NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market in Raleigh May 24
NC Sugar Rush is taking place Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC. 20+ vendors will be there, selling all kind of treats to satisfy your sweet tooth. There will also be a DJ and live performances. It's free to attend. You pay for your food and drink. … [Read more...] about NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market in Raleigh May 24
Restaurants open for dine-in, takeout, and delivery on New Year’s Day 2026 — some with lucky New Year’s menus
Interested in not cooking on New Year's Day 2026? Check out this growing list of restaurants in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle that are open on January 1st, 2026. Most listed will be available for take-out as well, and, in some cases, delivery. Most (if not all) will also be open on New Year's Eve. Some will serve a special New Year's Eve or Day meal, and some … [Read more...] about Restaurants open for dine-in, takeout, and delivery on New Year’s Day 2026 — some with lucky New Year’s menus
Clyde Cooper’s BBQ: New Year’s Day Buffet
Clyde Cooper's BBQ, at 327 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC, has been serving Carolina-style barbecue in Downtown Raleigh since 1938. It will be moving to a new location in Raleigh soon. As a farewell celebration, Clyde Cooper's Barbeque is is holding an New Year's Day Buffet on January 1, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m. If you buy your ticket the day of the event it's $28.95 for adults and $14.95 … [Read more...] about Clyde Cooper’s BBQ: New Year’s Day Buffet
