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QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full Moon All Day
QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full MoonFriday, May 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 » Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office MaxDailyPhoto: Depositphotos Shredding your sensitive documents is an important step to protect yourself from identify theft and fraud. It's especially important to shred document that you have your social security number, credit card info or bank ... Read More » First Friday Bird Walk 8:00 am to 10:00 am
First Friday Bird WalkFriday, May 1, 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 » Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic GardenWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto by Mace Publishing, LLC Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare ... 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 » Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office MaxDailyPhoto: Depositphotos Shredding your sensitive documents is an important step to protect yourself from identify theft and fraud. It's especially important to shred document that you have your social security number, credit card info or bank ... Read More » Carrboro Farmers' Market: Strawberry Jamboree 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Carrboro Farmers' Market: Strawberry JamboreeSaturday, May 2, 2026 Carrboro Farmers' Market The Carrboro Farmers' Market is held on the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street Saturdays year round, and Wednesdays April to November. Saturdays:November to March: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.April to October: 7 ... Read More » Grace Filled Free Market 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Grace Filled Free MarketSaturday, May 2, 2026 Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church, 4926 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a Grace Filled Free Market on May 2, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. All are welcome. Everything is free! If you'd like to ... Read More » | |||||
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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 » Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic GardenWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto by Mace Publishing, LLC Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 10:00 am to 2:00 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 » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Letterland DaysDailyPhoto: Raleigh Parks The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character ... 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 » Vinyasa Yoga Flow -- All Levels (registration required) 10:00 am
Vinyasa Yoga Flow -- All Levels (registration required)Weekly on MondayThe Town of Cary is offering a series of FREE Yoga classes at USA Baseball National Training Complex, 280 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, North Carolina. There will be three different types of classes offered: Vinyasa Yoga: All ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office MaxDailyPhoto: Depositphotos Shredding your sensitive documents is an important step to protect yourself from identify theft and fraud. It's especially important to shred document that you have your social security number, credit card info or bank ... 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 » Plant-Lover's Tour: Mexican Plants 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Plant-Lover's Tour: Mexican PlantsTuesday, May 5, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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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 » Letterland Days 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Letterland DaysDailyPhoto: Raleigh Parks The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character ... Read More » Yoga for Seniors (registration required) 10:45 am
Yoga for Seniors (registration required)Weekly on WednesdayThe Town of Cary is offering a series of FREE Yoga classes at USA Baseball National Training Complex, 280 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, North Carolina. There will be three different types of classes offered: Vinyasa Yoga: All ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Letterland DaysDailyPhoto: Raleigh Parks The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character ... 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 » Live at Lunch: Vibexotica 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Live at Lunch: VibexoticaThursday, May 7, 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 » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic GardenWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto by Mace Publishing, LLC Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare ... Read More » Garden Storytime 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Garden StorytimeWeekly on FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a ... Read More » Letterland Days 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Letterland DaysDailyPhoto: Raleigh Parks The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 8 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 » Free food and clothing giveaway at The Ark Church 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free food and clothing giveaway at The Ark ChurchEvery 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayThe Ark Church, 3308 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, Suite 138, Durham, North Carolina, host a food and clothing giveaway once a month, on the 2nd Saturday of the month. Make sure to check on The ... Read More » Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic GardenWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto by Mace Publishing, LLC Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare ... Read More » |
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Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic GardenWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto by Mace Publishing, LLC Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 10:00 am to 2:00 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 » Letterland Days 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Letterland DaysDailyPhoto: Raleigh Parks The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 to 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Throughout the week Letterlander character ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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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 » Vinyasa Yoga Flow -- All Levels (registration required) 10:00 am
Vinyasa Yoga Flow -- All Levels (registration required)Weekly on MondayThe Town of Cary is offering a series of FREE Yoga classes at USA Baseball National Training Complex, 280 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, North Carolina. There will be three different types of classes offered: Vinyasa Yoga: All ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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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 Yappy HourMonday, April 20, 20265 to 7 p.m.$10 donation (includes 2 drink tickets ... 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 » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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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 » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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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 » Mini Med School -- monthly series from UNC School of Medicine 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Mini Med School -- monthly series from UNC School of MedicineThursday, May 14, 2026 UNC School of Medicine is presenting a free monthly lecture series, Mini Med School, at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. All ages are welcome. You can also attend on Zoom. ... Read More » Durham Beer and Banjos 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Durham Beer and BanjosWeekly on ThursdayDurham Beer and Banjos is a music series featuring roots, bluegrass, Americana and folk music. It takes place every Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Old Mill Farm, 8794 North Carolina 751, Durham, North ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic GardenWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto by Mace Publishing, LLC Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare ... Read More » Hike with a Naturalist 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Hike with a NaturalistWeekly on FridayHistoric Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered ... 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 » | Durham Greek Festival 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Durham Greek FestivalSaturday, May 16, 2026 Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 ... Read More » Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 8 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 » Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic GardenWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto by Mace Publishing, LLC Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare ... Read More » |
Durham Greek Festival 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Durham Greek FestivalSunday, May 17, 2026 Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 ... Read More » Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic GardenWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto by Mace Publishing, LLC Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare ... 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, May 17, 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 » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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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 » Vinyasa Yoga Flow -- All Levels (registration required) 10:00 am
Vinyasa Yoga Flow -- All Levels (registration required)Weekly on MondayThe Town of Cary is offering a series of FREE Yoga classes at USA Baseball National Training Complex, 280 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, North Carolina. There will be three different types of classes offered: Vinyasa Yoga: All ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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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 Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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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 » Yoga for Seniors (registration required) 10:45 am
Yoga for Seniors (registration required)Weekly on WednesdayThe Town of Cary is offering a series of FREE Yoga classes at USA Baseball National Training Complex, 280 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, North Carolina. There will be three different types of classes offered: Vinyasa Yoga: All ... Read More » Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Mellow Swells 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Mellow SwellsWeekly 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 » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Live at Lunch: Mike DavisThursday, May 21, 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 » Live at Lake Raleigh: Palmyra 5:00 pm
Live at Lake Raleigh: PalmyraThursday, May 21, 2026 Photo courtesy of Robert Davezac NC State's very popular free, family-friendly, outdoor concert series, LIVE @ Lake Raleigh, is returning in April and May of 2026. It takes place at Lake Raleigh, Main Campus Drive & Campus ... Read More » Durham Beer and Banjos 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Durham Beer and BanjosWeekly on ThursdayDurham Beer and Banjos is a music series featuring roots, bluegrass, Americana and folk music. It takes place every Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Old Mill Farm, 8794 North Carolina 751, Durham, North ... Read More » | Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
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Park Tales: The Little Red HenFriday, May 22, 2026 Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered ... Read More » Garden Storytime 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Garden StorytimeWeekly on FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a ... 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 Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max All Day
Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office MaxDailyPhoto: Depositphotos Shredding your sensitive documents is an important step to protect yourself from identify theft and fraud. It's especially important to shred document that you have your social security number, credit card info or bank ... Read More » Durham Craft Market 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 8 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 » 9th Annual Raleigh Spring Train Show 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
9th Annual Raleigh Spring Train ShowSaturday, May 23, 2026 Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club is presenting the 9th Annual Raleigh Spring Train Show on May 23 and 24, 2026, at the Jim Graham Building at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, ... 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 » |
9th Annual Raleigh Spring Train Show 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
9th Annual Raleigh Spring Train ShowSunday, May 24, 2026 Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club is presenting the 9th Annual Raleigh Spring Train Show on May 23 and 24, 2026, at the Jim Graham Building at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 10:00 am to 2:00 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 » NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market Food Truck Rodeo 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market Food Truck RodeoSunday, May 24, 2026 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 ... Read More » JawsFest (prices vary for events and activities) 12:00 pm to 11:30 pm
JawsFest (prices vary for events and activities)Sunday, May 24, 2026 JAWSFest, a Memorial Day Weekend celebration, is returning to the Midway in downtown Chapel Hill, NC in 2026. It includes a mechanical shark, art, live music, a dunk tank, raffle, and, of course, Jaws on ... Read More » | Guided Canoe Paddle 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Guided Canoe PaddleMonday, May 25, 2026 Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Silent Reading Club 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Silent Reading ClubWeekly on MondayGlass Jug Beer Lab Downtown Durham. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The Glass Jug Beer Lab, Downtown Durham is at 545 Foster Street, Durham. The taproom is adjacent to Durham Central Park. They serve Glass Jug beers ... 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 » | 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 » Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Mellow Swells 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Shuffle: Lunch break music series -- Mellow SwellsWeekly 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 » 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 » | 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 » Durham Beer and Banjos 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Durham Beer and BanjosWeekly on ThursdayDurham Beer and Banjos is a music series featuring roots, bluegrass, Americana and folk music. It takes place every Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Old Mill Farm, 8794 North Carolina 751, Durham, North ... Read More » Midtown Beach Music Series 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Midtown Beach Music SeriesWeekly on ThursdayPhoto: North Hills Live music is returning to North Hills. Midtown Beach Music Series is a concert series that will take place at Midtown Park, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. The concert series features beach ... 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 » | 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 » Tray Wellington Band at The Ridge -- pay what you can 6:00 pm
Tray Wellington Band at The Ridge -- pay what you canFriday, May 29, 2026 The Tray Wellington Band is performing at The Ridge, 2011 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 6 p.m. The Courtyard will open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are "pay what you can," but ... Read More » Last Fridays Art Walk in Hillsborough 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Last Fridays Art Walk in HillsboroughEvery 1 monthsHillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC The last Friday of every month in 2026, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. ... Read More » Pop Up Music at North Hills 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Pop Up Music at North HillsWeekly on FridayPhoto: North Hills North Hills' outdoor music series, Pop Up Music at North Hills, returns in 2026. The series will offer acoustic music events, showcasing a variety of genres. The free concerts will take place from April ... Read More » | Durham Craft Market 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 8 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 » 4th Annual International Children's Day at the City of Raleigh Museum 10:00 am to 3:30 pm
4th Annual International Children's Day at the City of Raleigh MuseumSaturday, May 30, 2026 4th Annual International Children’s Day and Luisito's Bilingual Book Fair will take place Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is ... 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 » Millbrook United Methodist Church Food Pantry 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Millbrook United Methodist Church Food PantryWeekly on SaturdayPhoto: Depositphotos Millbrook United Methodist Church, at 1712 East Millbrook Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, has a food pantry that's open every Saturday (with some exceptions; see below) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All who need help ... Read More » |
Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoops All Day
Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoopsSunday, May 31, 2026 Photo: Baskin-Robbins On the 31st of every month (that has 31 days), Baskin Robbins is offering 31% off scoops all day at participating locations. Waffle cones, toppings and sundaes are excluded from the discount. The discount is only ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 10:00 am to 2:00 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 » Durham Central Park Food Truck Rodeo 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Durham Central Park Food Truck RodeoSunday, May 31, 2026 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 ... Read More » Mill Open House 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Mill Open HouseWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayHistoric Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered ... Read More » |
