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QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full Moon All Day
QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full MoonWednesday, April 1, 2026 For every monthly full moon in 2026, QDOBA is offering a FREE order of Chips & Queso with the purchase of a full-size entrée at participating locations. The freebie is a medium (4-oz.) order. To redeem ... Read More » View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Butler Knowles presents Country & Western 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Butler Knowles presents Country & WesternWednesday, April 1, 2026 Hub RTP is hosting a mid-week lunch break concert on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Shuffle will take place March through June, 2026, and then September through October. It's free to attend. There will be ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Bilingual Storytime 10:30 am to 11:00 am
Bilingual StorytimeEvery 1 months on the 1st ThursdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, is free for everyone every day that it's open. Reservations are not required. Monday: Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10 AM to ... Read More » Catalog Cupping -- Taste Counter Culture's menu 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Catalog Cupping -- Taste Counter Culture's menuEvery 1 months on the 1st ThursdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Counter Culture Coffee is a coffee roaster committed to sustainably sourced coffee. The company's headquarters in Durham also serves as a training facility for regional staff, and they offer classes in brewing ... Read More » Free Easter Bunny Pictures at Bass Pro Shops 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Free Easter Bunny Pictures at Bass Pro ShopsDailyPhoto courtesy of Bass Pro Shops The Easter Bunny is coming to Bass Pro Shops in 2026, and we've got the details! The Easter Bunny will be at Bass Pro Shops in Cary, NC and Garner, NC March ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » First Friday Bird Walk 8:00 am to 10:00 am
First Friday Bird WalkFriday, April 3, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos The Town of Garner is offering First Friday Bird Walks. They generally take place on the first Friday of each month, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., alternating between Lake Benson Park and ... Read More » Tasting at Ten -- free coffee tasting at Counter Culture Coffee 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten -- free coffee tasting at Counter Culture CoffeeWeekly on FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Counter Culture Coffee is a coffee roaster committed to sustainably sourced coffee. The company's headquarters in Durham also serves as a training facility for regional staff, and they offer classes in brewing ... Read More » Free Easter Bunny Pictures at Bass Pro Shops 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Free Easter Bunny Pictures at Bass Pro ShopsFriday, April 3, 2026 Photo courtesy of Bass Pro Shops The Easter Bunny is coming to Bass Pro Shops in 2026, and we've got the details! The Easter Bunny will be at Bass Pro Shops in Cary, NC and Garner, NC March ... Read More » | Museums on Us: Free admission to Marbles Kids Museum first weekend of month for Bank of America customers and employees All Day
Museums on Us: Free admission to Marbles Kids Museum first weekend of month for Bank of America customers and employeesSaturday, April 4, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free through Bank of America's Museums on Us Program. Your credit or debit card ... Read More » View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Cars and Coffee Morrisville 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Cars and Coffee MorrisvilleEvery 1 months on the 1st SaturdayCars and Coffee Morrisville is a free event that takes place the first Saturday of the month, year round, at the Imperial Center, 5425 Page Road, Durham. This is one of the Southeast's largest monthly ... Read More » Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Farm Planter 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Farm PlanterSaturday, April 4, 2026 Lowe's Kids' Workshops and The Home Depot Kids' Workshops are both fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory. The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic building ... Read More » | |||
Museums on Us: Free admission to Marbles Kids Museum first weekend of month for Bank of America customers and employees All Day
Museums on Us: Free admission to Marbles Kids Museum first weekend of month for Bank of America customers and employeesDailyPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free through Bank of America's Museums on Us Program. Your credit or debit card ... Read More » View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Free Easter Bunny Pictures at Bass Pro Shops 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Free Easter Bunny Pictures at Bass Pro ShopsSunday, April 5, 2026 Photo courtesy of Bass Pro Shops The Easter Bunny is coming to Bass Pro Shops in 2026, and we've got the details! The Easter Bunny will be at Bass Pro Shops in Cary, NC and Garner, NC March ... Read More » Cary Underground Market: Bands and Vendors 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cary Underground Market: Bands and VendorsEvery 1 months on the 1st SundayThe MAKRS Society presents Cary Underground Market the first Sunday of the month from March to December, 2026, 12 to 4 p.m., at Bond Brothers Beer Co., 202 E Cedar Street, Cary, North Carolina. These events ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church 2:00 pm
Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street United Methodist ChurchEvery 1 months on the 1st MondayElizabeth 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 ... Read More » Free yoga at Dix Park (registration required) 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free yoga at Dix Park (registration required)Weekly on MondayPhoto: Depositphotos Dix Park is offering free yoga classes this spring. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Registration is required, and spaces can (and will) fill up. You can see all the ... Read More » | Walgreens Senior Day: 20% off for rewards members age 55+ All Day
Walgreens Senior Day: 20% off for rewards members age 55+Every 1 months on the 1st TuesdayPhoto: Depositphotos If you're age 55 or older, plan your Walgreens shopping for the first Tuesday of the month, which is Walgreens' Senior Day. On Senior Day, shoppers age 55+ receive 20% on all eligible regular-priced items. ... Read More » The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25 All Day
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25Weekly on TuesdayPhoto courtesy of The Lumina Theater The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is making movie-going more affordable with "Terrific Tuesdays." Every Tuesday, all year, every ticket is $6.25. Including taxes ... Read More » View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Coffee & Connection 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Coffee & ConnectionWeekly on TuesdayThe Williams House Craft Taproom, 210 East Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up both coffee and beer, as well as cider and hard seltzer. They are hosting many events, which you can find on ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Holly Springs Small Business Network 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Holly Springs Small Business NetworkEvery 1 months on the 2nd WednesdayBombshell Beer Company, at 120 Quantum Street, Holly Springs, is a 100% women-owned microbrewery. They package our beer in kegs and cans which can be found in restaurants and bars throughout the Greater Triangle, Triad, ... Read More » Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event 9:30 am
Chapel Hill Food Distribution EventEvery 1 months on the 2nd WednesdayThe Town of Chapel Hill holds a regular food distribution, open to all community members, two times a month. You can find them on the Town's calendar. It takes place at the Eubanks Park-and-Ride Lot, 2000 ... Read More » Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution DayEvery 1 months on the 2nd ThursdayParktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to ... Read More » Vinyl Nights 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Vinyl NightsWeekly on ThursdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » | Tarheel Antiques Festival 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tarheel Antiques FestivalFriday, April 10, 2026 Photo courtesy of Tarheel Antiques Festival The Tarheel Antiques Festival is a large antique event that takes place April 10 and 11, 2026, at Lloyds Farm, 226 North Lloyd's Dairy Road, Efland, North Carolina. The event takes ... Read More » Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science: free admission for Durham County residents 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science: free admission for Durham County residentsFriday, April 10, 2026 Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. The ... Read More » Tasting at Ten -- free coffee tasting at Counter Culture Coffee 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten -- free coffee tasting at Counter Culture CoffeeWeekly on FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Counter Culture Coffee is a coffee roaster committed to sustainably sourced coffee. The company's headquarters in Durham also serves as a training facility for regional staff, and they offer classes in brewing ... Read More » Reflections: Virtual Tour 2:00 pm
Reflections: Virtual TourEvery 1 months on the 2nd FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, is free for everyone every day that it's open. Reservations are not required. Monday: Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10 AM to ... Read More » | Cat Show: It's TICA Time Garden Pawty 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
Cat Show: It's TICA Time Garden PawtySaturday, April 11, 2026 Cat lovers won't want to miss the TICA Time Cat Show on April 11 and 12, 2026, at Dorton Arena at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Saturday: 9 a.m. to ... Read More » Durham Craft Market 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This ... Read More » Tarheel Antiques Festival 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tarheel Antiques FestivalDailyPhoto courtesy of Tarheel Antiques Festival The Tarheel Antiques Festival is a large antique event that takes place April 10 and 11, 2026, at Lloyds Farm, 226 North Lloyd's Dairy Road, Efland, North Carolina. The event takes ... Read More » Free Yoga for Durham Residents 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Free Yoga for Durham ResidentsWeekly on SaturdayDurham Parks and Recreation is offering FREE Yoga classes for Durham residents at Holton Career and Resource Center, 308 S Driver Street, Durham. North Carolina. The classes take place every Saturday through May 30, 2026, from ... Read More » |
12-Pack for $12 All Day
12-Pack for $12Every 1 monthsCarolina Brewery, 460 W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, is owned by a third-generation UNC alumnus. Its award-winning, handcrafted beers are distributed across the Carolinas and Eastern Tennessee. You can find their Carolina Brewery Chapel Hill's upcoming ... Read More » 12-pack for $12 All Day
12-pack for $12Every 1 monthsCarolina Brewery in Pittsboro, NC, is at 120 Lowes Drive #100. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for a full list. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events 12 for $12The 12th day of every month, all day, ... Read More » Cat Show: It's TICA Time Garden Pawty 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Cat Show: It's TICA Time Garden PawtySunday, April 12, 2026 Cat lovers won't want to miss the TICA Time Cat Show on April 11 and 12, 2026, at Dorton Arena at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Saturday: 9 a.m. to ... Read More » Raleigh Really Really Free Market 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Raleigh Really Really Free MarketEvery 1 months on the 2nd SundayRaleigh 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 ... Read More » | Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » Free yoga at Dix Park (registration required) 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free yoga at Dix Park (registration required)Weekly on MondayPhoto: Depositphotos Dix Park is offering free yoga classes this spring. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Registration is required, and spaces can (and will) fill up. You can see all the ... Read More » Early Karaoke 6:00 pm
Early KaraokeWeekly on MondayNorthside District, 403 W Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a bar and restaurant open every night from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. It hosts some events too. Recurring Events Both of these recurring events have ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondaySteel String Brewery Taproom is located at 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The Taproom includes indoor and outdoor seating, and is dog-friendly. Events for both the Carrboro and Pluck Farm locations can be ... Read More » | The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25 All Day
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25Weekly on TuesdayPhoto courtesy of The Lumina Theater The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is making movie-going more affordable with "Terrific Tuesdays." Every Tuesday, all year, every ticket is $6.25. Including taxes ... Read More » Coffee & Connection 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Coffee & ConnectionWeekly on TuesdayThe Williams House Craft Taproom, 210 East Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up both coffee and beer, as well as cider and hard seltzer. They are hosting many events, which you can find on ... Read More » Tequila Tuesday 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tequila TuesdayWeekly on Tuesdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » Monthly Reflections Tour For People with Dementia and Their Partners 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Monthly Reflections Tour For People with Dementia and Their PartnersEvery 1 months on the 2nd TuesdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, is free for everyone every day that it's open. Reservations are not required. Monday: Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10 AM to ... Read More » | Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Butler Knowles presents Country & Western 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Butler Knowles presents Country & WesternWeekly on WednesdayHub RTP is hosting a mid-week lunch break concert on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Shuffle will take place March through June, 2026, and then September through October. It's free to attend. There will be ... Read More » Centennial SoundBites 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Centennial SoundBitesWeekly on WednesdayOak City Music Collective and NC State Centennial Campus are presenting a new season of the concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on Wednesdays from March 4 ... Read More » Board Game Night 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » | Vinyl Nights 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Vinyl NightsWeekly on ThursdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Raleigh Uke Jam 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Raleigh Uke JamEvery 1 months on the 3rd ThursdayThe Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering open to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the ... Read More » Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » Public Domain Movie Night 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Public Domain Movie NightWeekly on Thursdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » | Tasting at Ten -- free coffee tasting at Counter Culture Coffee 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten -- free coffee tasting at Counter Culture CoffeeWeekly on FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Counter Culture Coffee is a coffee roaster committed to sustainably sourced coffee. The company's headquarters in Durham also serves as a training facility for regional staff, and they offer classes in brewing ... Read More » Cary Night Market 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cary Night MarketFriday, April 17, 2026 Downtown Cary Park. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Cary Night Market is being held one Friday a month, from March to December, 2025, except for July. Each of these markets are at Downtown Cary Park, 319 S ... Read More » Third Friday Durham -- art receptions, exhibits and performances 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Third Friday Durham -- art receptions, exhibits and performancesEvery 1 months on the 3rd FridayThird Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and ... Read More » Live Music 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Live MusicWeekly on FridayGizmo Brew Works Raleigh, 5907 Triangle Dr, Raleigh, holds frequent events and many are free. See their upcoming schedule on their calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events St. Patrick's Day PartySaturday, March 14, 20262 to 8 p.m.Free Celebrate ... Read More » | Fest in the West 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fest in the WestSaturday, April 18, 2026 Fest in the West is a free festival in Western Cary on Saturday, April 18, 2026. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Mills Park, 501 Mills Park Drive, Cary, North Carolina. Get ... Read More » Durham Craft Market 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This ... Read More » Lowe's DIY-U Kids' Workshop: Terrarium 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Lowe's DIY-U Kids' Workshop: TerrariumSaturday, April 18, 2026 Lowe's Kids' Workshops and The Home Depot Kids' Workshops are both fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory. The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic building ... Read More » Forest Fest 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Forest FestSaturday, April 18, 2026 Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free family event in Downtown Wake Forest focuses on celebrating the heart and history of Wake Forest. ... Read More » |
Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science: free admission for Durham County residents 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science: free admission for Durham County residentsSunday, April 19, 2026 Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. The ... Read More » Carrboro Day, Earth Day and Open Streets 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Carrboro Day, Earth Day and Open StreetsSunday, April 19, 2026 Carrboro, North Carolina, will celebrate Earth Day, Carrboro Day, and Open Streets on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. This combined celebration will bring people together for an afternoon of eco-friendly activities ... Read More » Durham Earth Day Festival 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Durham Earth Day FestivalSunday, April 19, 2026 Durham Earth Day Festival will take place Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Durham Earth Day Festival is free to attend. This event features music, kids' ... Read More » Hillsborough Really Really Free Market 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Hillsborough Really Really Free MarketEvery 1 months on the 3rd SundayThe Hillsborough Really Really Free Market is just what it sounds like: a market where everything is free. It's scheduled for the 3rd Sunday of every month from March to October in 2026, from 12 ... Read More » | Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » Free yoga at Dix Park (registration required) 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free yoga at Dix Park (registration required)Weekly on MondayPhoto: Depositphotos Dix Park is offering free yoga classes this spring. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Registration is required, and spaces can (and will) fill up. You can see all the ... Read More » Early Karaoke 6:00 pm
Early KaraokeWeekly on MondayNorthside District, 403 W Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a bar and restaurant open every night from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. It hosts some events too. Recurring Events Both of these recurring events have ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondaySteel String Brewery Taproom is located at 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The Taproom includes indoor and outdoor seating, and is dog-friendly. Events for both the Carrboro and Pluck Farm locations can be ... Read More » | The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25 All Day
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25Weekly on TuesdayPhoto courtesy of The Lumina Theater The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is making movie-going more affordable with "Terrific Tuesdays." Every Tuesday, all year, every ticket is $6.25. Including taxes ... Read More » Coffee & Connection 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Coffee & ConnectionWeekly on TuesdayThe Williams House Craft Taproom, 210 East Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up both coffee and beer, as well as cider and hard seltzer. They are hosting many events, which you can find on ... Read More » Tequila Tuesday 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tequila TuesdayWeekly on Tuesdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » Free line dancing class 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free line dancing classWeekly on TuesdayKatMoves Travelling Studio is offering FREE line dancing classes on Tuesdays in Hillsborough, North Carolina. They take place every Tuesday through December 15, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Snow Approach Foundation, 129 E ... Read More » | Holly Springs Small Business Network 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Holly Springs Small Business NetworkEvery 1 months on the 4th WednesdayBombshell Beer Company, at 120 Quantum Street, Holly Springs, is a 100% women-owned microbrewery. They package our beer in kegs and cans which can be found in restaurants and bars throughout the Greater Triangle, Triad, ... Read More » Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event 9:30 am
Chapel Hill Food Distribution EventEvery 1 months on the 4th WednesdayThe Town of Chapel Hill holds a regular food distribution, open to all community members, two times a month. You can find them on the Town's calendar. It takes place at the Eubanks Park-and-Ride Lot, 2000 ... Read More » Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Butler Knowles presents Country & Western 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Butler Knowles presents Country & WesternWeekly on WednesdayHub RTP is hosting a mid-week lunch break concert on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Shuffle will take place March through June, 2026, and then September through October. It's free to attend. There will be ... Read More » | Live at Lunch 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Live at LunchThursday, April 23, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a live music series, Live at Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Concerts return in spring of 2026. The free ... Read More » Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution DayEvery 1 months on the 4th ThursdayParktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to ... Read More » Vinyl Nights 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Vinyl NightsWeekly on ThursdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » | Wake Forest HerbFest 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wake Forest HerbFestFriday, April 24, 2026 Basil plant. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically ... Read More » Tasting at Ten -- free coffee tasting at Counter Culture Coffee 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten -- free coffee tasting at Counter Culture CoffeeWeekly on FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Counter Culture Coffee is a coffee roaster committed to sustainably sourced coffee. The company's headquarters in Durham also serves as a training facility for regional staff, and they offer classes in brewing ... Read More » Raleigh Earth Day 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Raleigh Earth DayFriday, April 24, 2026 Illustration: Depositphotos The 5th Annual Raleigh Earth Day takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Dix Park. Specifically, it will be at Harvey Hill, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is ... Read More » Teen Science Cafe at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Teen Science Cafe at Morehead Planetarium and Science CenterFriday, April 24, 2026 Teens ages 13-18 are invited to the free Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a chance for teens who are interested in science ... Read More » | Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts FestivalSaturday, April 25, 2026 Celebrate springtime and art at Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. It's free to attend. You might ... Read More » North Carolina Pickle Festival 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
North Carolina Pickle FestivalSaturday, April 25, 2026 The very popular North Carolina Pickle Festival is returning on April 25, 2026, with some events the night before. It takes place in nearby Mount Olive, North Carolina, the home of Mt. Olive Company. Friday, April ... Read More » Durham Craft Market 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This ... Read More » Wake Forest HerbFest 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wake Forest HerbFestWeekly on Friday and SaturdayBasil plant. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically ... Read More » |
Wake Forest HerbFest 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wake Forest HerbFestSunday, April 26, 2026 Basil plant. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically ... Read More » Durham Underground Market 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Durham Underground MarketSunday, April 26, 2026 The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Durham Underground Market seven Sundays ... Read More » Unleashed's Spring Fling (adoptable dogs and cats, live music, Doggie egg hunt, more) 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Unleashed's Spring Fling (adoptable dogs and cats, live music, Doggie egg hunt, more)Sunday, April 26, 2026 Unleashed's Annual Spring Fling is a fun, free event for families, including the canine family members. Parking is also free. It takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Visit Cow SanctuaryWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayBrajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday and Sunday, the sanctuary is open for ... Read More » | Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » Free yoga at Dix Park (registration required) 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free yoga at Dix Park (registration required)Weekly on MondayPhoto: Depositphotos Dix Park is offering free yoga classes this spring. Classes will be held in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Registration is required, and spaces can (and will) fill up. You can see all the ... Read More » Early Karaoke 6:00 pm
Early KaraokeWeekly on MondayNorthside District, 403 W Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a bar and restaurant open every night from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. It hosts some events too. Recurring Events Both of these recurring events have ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondaySteel String Brewery Taproom is located at 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The Taproom includes indoor and outdoor seating, and is dog-friendly. Events for both the Carrboro and Pluck Farm locations can be ... Read More » | The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25 All Day
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25Weekly on TuesdayPhoto courtesy of The Lumina Theater The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is making movie-going more affordable with "Terrific Tuesdays." Every Tuesday, all year, every ticket is $6.25. Including taxes ... Read More » Coffee & Connection 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Coffee & ConnectionWeekly on TuesdayThe Williams House Craft Taproom, 210 East Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up both coffee and beer, as well as cider and hard seltzer. They are hosting many events, which you can find on ... Read More » Tequila Tuesday 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tequila TuesdayWeekly on Tuesdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » Free line dancing class 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free line dancing classWeekly on TuesdayKatMoves Travelling Studio is offering FREE line dancing classes on Tuesdays in Hillsborough, North Carolina. They take place every Tuesday through December 15, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Snow Approach Foundation, 129 E ... Read More » | Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Total Tot Time: free play program for kids up to age 5Weekly on Monday and WednesdayTotal Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday ... Read More » Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Butler Knowles presents Country & Western 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Butler Knowles presents Country & WesternWeekly on WednesdayHub RTP is hosting a mid-week lunch break concert on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Shuffle will take place March through June, 2026, and then September through October. It's free to attend. There will be ... Read More » Centennial SoundBites 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Centennial SoundBitesWeekly on WednesdayOak City Music Collective and NC State Centennial Campus are presenting a new season of the concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on Wednesdays from March 4 ... Read More » Board Game Night 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » | Live Music: Blackbird Brewery 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Live Music: Blackbird BreweryThursday, April 30, 2026 Blackbird Brewery, 3608 Rogers Branch Road #101, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a family-owned, brewer-owned brewery with a 1,000-square-foot taproom, and a 5,000-square-foot outdoor patio and beer garden. You can find their events on the brewery's ... Read More » Vinyl Nights 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Vinyl NightsWeekly on ThursdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » Public Domain Movie Night 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Public Domain Movie NightWeekly on Thursdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » |
