El Centro Hispano and Durham Parks and Recreation are hosting Durham Fiesta Latina on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This free event is a cultural celebration and a chance for community building. Enjoy: The entertainment schedule: … [Read more...] about Durham Fiesta Latina August 2
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Back to School events in the Triangle, including free school supplies, haircuts, kids’ activities and more
Soon the summer will be winding down, and school will be starting up before too long. Here's some information to help you prepare for the upcoming school year. Scroll down for a list of back-to-school events. Many include free school supplies. Some also feature fun activities and free food! Also, some include free haircuts and braiding. Back to School Celebrations Here's a growing (so … [Read more...] about Back to School events in the Triangle, including free school supplies, haircuts, kids’ activities and more
Wendell Baptist Church Community Day Aug. 1: Clothing giveaway, small engine repair, free lunch and kids’ block party
Wendell Baptist Church, at 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Day on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a clothing giveaway, kids' block party, free hot dog lunch and even a repair shop where you can get small engines repaired as well as some car care. Announced on Facebook. Clothing Giveaway From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a … [Read more...] about Wendell Baptist Church Community Day Aug. 1: Clothing giveaway, small engine repair, free lunch and kids’ block party
Discover The Triangle’s Pinball Scene with the Pinball Map
Arcade and video game trends come and go, but there seems to be one constant: pinball machines. What's the appeal, beyond nostalgia? Pinball machines are tactile -- the physics of the ball, flippers and bumpers create a different experience every time. Pinball machines feature fun themes, often based on movies or TV shows. The visual art on the machines can be really stunning. Pinball fans … [Read more...] about Discover The Triangle’s Pinball Scene with the Pinball Map
Tools For School at Durham County Main Library Aug. 1 — free school supplies
Bring the kids to the Durham County Main Library, 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, for Tools For School on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., while supplies last. (It's best to show up on the early side.) Kids can pick up a free backpack and choose one free school supply item, such as a notebook, colored pencils, or markers. Community partners will also be on site … [Read more...] about Tools For School at Durham County Main Library Aug. 1 — free school supplies
Grand Opening Celebration of Enso Movement – Raleigh’s Parkour & Acrobatics Gym Aug. 1
Eno Movement is officially celebrating the move to their new location, 5243 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, and would love for you to join them. The Grand Opening Event takes place Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. It's free, and no ticket is required. Enjoy an exciting day of free workshops, exclusive discounts, giveaways, and complimentary snacks. If you’ve been … [Read more...] about Grand Opening Celebration of Enso Movement – Raleigh’s Parkour & Acrobatics Gym Aug. 1
Oops! All Clowns! Shakespeare! At Carrboro Town Commons August 1
Oops! All Clowns! Shakespeare is a 20-minute family-friendly musical romp through your favorite Shakespeare plays. All the actors are dressed as clowns! It takes place Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, during the Carrboro Really Really Free Market. Performances will be at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. The show is FREE and is presented to … [Read more...] about Oops! All Clowns! Shakespeare! At Carrboro Town Commons August 1
Back2School Bash with Raleigh Dream Center and Hurricane Jaccob Slavin on Aug. 1 — free school supplies, festival rides, more
Raleigh Dream Center and presenting sponsor, Carolina Hurricanes player Jaccob Slavin, are hosting a Back2School Bash on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at New Hope Baptist Church, 4301 Louisburg Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Event Features Parking and Shuttle There will be no parking at the event! Only park at Crossroads Fellowship Church at 2721 E … [Read more...] about Back2School Bash with Raleigh Dream Center and Hurricane Jaccob Slavin on Aug. 1 — free school supplies, festival rides, more
Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 1
The Durham County Sheriff's Office is hosting a Back to School Community Resource Event on Saturday, August 1, 2026, 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. 1
Free Retro Family Days at Carolina Theatre in Durham: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Aug. 1
Carolina Theatre, 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC, is presenting Free Retro Family Days this summer. On select Saturdays in July and August, 2026, they'll be showing a retro family film for free. The films will be shown at 11 a.m. Tickets will be available at the box office 30 minutes before the start time of the film. Retro Family Days … [Read more...] about Free Retro Family Days at Carolina Theatre in Durham: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Aug. 1
