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Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week All Day
Downtown Raleigh Restaurant WeekDailyDowntown Raleigh Restaurant Week is the perfect time to try a new restaurant, or go back to an old favorite. It runs from July 24 to August 3, 2025. Participating restaurants will offer any of the ... Read More » Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyFriday, August 1, 2025 Screenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » First Responders: Save 10% Every Friday All Day
First Responders: Save 10% Every FridayWeekly on FridayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each week 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each weekWeekly on FridayCounter 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 once a week they offer free coffee education ... Read More » | Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week All Day
Downtown Raleigh Restaurant WeekDailyDowntown Raleigh Restaurant Week is the perfect time to try a new restaurant, or go back to an old favorite. It runs from July 24 to August 3, 2025. Participating restaurants will offer any of the ... Read More » Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... 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, August 2, 2025 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 » 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 » | |||||
Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week All Day
Downtown Raleigh Restaurant WeekDailyDowntown Raleigh Restaurant Week is the perfect time to try a new restaurant, or go back to an old favorite. It runs from July 24 to August 3, 2025. Participating restaurants will offer any of the ... Read More » Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... 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 » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayThe Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Military Monday: Save 10% Every Monday 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Military Monday: Save 10% Every MondayWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » Music & Arts Camp (cost is for the whole week; registration required) 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Music & Arts Camp (cost is for the whole week; registration required)Monday, August 4, 2025 Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Music & Arts Camp for Kids Rising K-5th Grade (completed) from August 4 to 8, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. each ... 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. They list their events on their Facebook page. Community Meals Elizabeth Street UMC hosts a free community meal the ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... 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 » Plant-Lover's Tour: The Ten Oldest Trees in the Arboretum 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Plant-Lover's Tour: The Ten Oldest Trees in the ArboretumTuesday, August 5, 2025 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 Summer Movies at Marquee Cinemas: Transformers One and Trolls 9:30 am
Free Summer Movies at Marquee Cinemas: Transformers One and TrollsTuesday, August 5, 2025 Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 24 to August 13, 2025. On each ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Free Summer Movies at Marquee Cinemas: Transformers One and Trolls 9:30 am
Free Summer Movies at Marquee Cinemas: Transformers One and TrollsDailyMarquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 24 to August 13, 2025. On each ... Read More » Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: Over the Hedge 10:00 am
Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: Over the HedgeDailyTriangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus three Fridays, from June 24 to August 15, ... Read More » Music & Arts Camp (cost is for the whole week; registration required) 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Music & Arts Camp (cost is for the whole week; registration required)DailyHighland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Music & Arts Camp for Kids Rising K-5th Grade (completed) from August 4 to 8, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. each ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: Over the Hedge 10:00 am
Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: Over the HedgeDailyTriangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus three Fridays, from June 24 to August 15, ... Read More » Music & Arts Camp (cost is for the whole week; registration required) 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Music & Arts Camp (cost is for the whole week; registration required)DailyHighland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Music & Arts Camp for Kids Rising K-5th Grade (completed) from August 4 to 8, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. each ... Read More » Incredible Science 1:30 pm
Incredible ScienceWeekly on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » First Responders: Save 10% Every Friday All Day
First Responders: Save 10% Every FridayWeekly on FridayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each week 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each weekWeekly on FridayCounter 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 once a week they offer free coffee education ... Read More » Calvin Jones House Guided Tour 11:00 am
Calvin Jones House Guided TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of Wake Forest Historical Museum The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tuesday to Sunday: 10 a.m. ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Visit Cow SanctuaryWeekly on 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, the sanctuary is open for visitors from ... 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 » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayThe Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, ... Read More » |
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayThe Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, ... Read More » Raleigh Really Really Free Market 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Raleigh Really Really Free MarketEvery 1 months on the 2nd Sundayfree market street sign illustration design over a white background Raleigh 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. Raleigh ... Read More » Sunday Brunch Music on the lawn of Weaver Street Market in Carrboro 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday Brunch Music on the lawn of Weaver Street Market in CarrboroWeekly on SundayWeaver Street Market, a community owned grocery, has four locations. The Carrboro location is hosting free outdoor music series this summer and fall. Weaver Street Market locations Weaver Street Carrboro101 E. Weaver Street, Carrboro919-929-0010 Weaver Street Hillsborough228 S. ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Military Monday: Save 10% Every Monday 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Military Monday: Save 10% Every MondayWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » English Tiny Tots: The Eensy-Weensy Spider 10:15 am to 11:00 am
English Tiny Tots: The Eensy-Weensy SpiderMonday, August 11, 2025 Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests. Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayThere are two locations of Steel String Brewery: Taproom: 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro: Facebook pagePluck Farm: 6901 NC-54 West, Mebane: Facebook page Both locations host events, so please make sure to verify which location each event ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Free Summer Movies at Marquee Cinemas: Spider-Man -- Across the Spider-Verse and Migration 9:30 am
Free Summer Movies at Marquee Cinemas: Spider-Man -- Across the Spider-Verse and MigrationTuesday, August 12, 2025 Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 24 to August 13, 2025. On each ... Read More » Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: The Iron Giant 10:00 am
Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: The Iron GiantTuesday, August 12, 2025 Triangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus three Fridays, from June 24 to August 15, ... Read More » Storytime with Barnaby D. Troll 10:30 am
Storytime with Barnaby D. TrollWeekly on TuesdayEvery Tuesday from April 15, through November, 2025, except May 13, Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, is hosting Storytime with Barnaby D. Troll. This free program is for children ages 2 to 5, ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Holly Springs Small Business Network 9:00 am to 10:00 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 » Free Summer Movies at Marquee Cinemas: Spider-Man -- Across the Spider-Verse and Migration 9:30 am
Free Summer Movies at Marquee Cinemas: Spider-Man -- Across the Spider-Verse and MigrationDailyMarquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 24 to August 13, 2025. On each ... Read More » Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: The Iron Giant 10:00 am
Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: The Iron GiantDailyTriangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus three Fridays, from June 24 to August 15, ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Veteran's Coffee and Connection 8:00 am to 9:30 am
Veteran's Coffee and ConnectionEvery 1 months on the 2nd ThursdayFainting Goat Brewing Company, 330 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, is a small, independent, veteran and woman-owned, boutique brewery. It offers a variety of handcrafted brews in a casual atmosphere with a dog-friendly patio and outdoor ... Read More » Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tours at Historic Oakwood Cemetery 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tours at Historic Oakwood CemeteryEvery 1 months on the 2nd ThursdayThe 72 acre Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, has a rich history of more than 140 years. Its park-like setting is the final resting place for over 22,000 people, including many ... Read More » Music Day for Kids 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Music Day for KidsThursday, August 14, 2025 Little Fentonians Music Day is a fun-filled family day celebrating the joy of music. It takes place Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Fenton square by Paragon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » First Responders: Save 10% Every Friday All Day
First Responders: Save 10% Every FridayWeekly on FridayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each week 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each weekWeekly on FridayCounter 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 once a week they offer free coffee education ... Read More » Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: The Iron Giant 10:00 am
Free Kids' Movies at Triangle Cinemas: The Iron GiantDailyTriangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus three Fridays, from June 24 to August 15, ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Visit Cow SanctuaryWeekly on 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, the sanctuary is open for visitors from ... 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 » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayThe Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, ... Read More » |
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayThe Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, ... Read More » Sunday Brunch Music on the lawn of Weaver Street Market in Carrboro 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday Brunch Music on the lawn of Weaver Street Market in CarrboroWeekly on SundayWeaver Street Market, a community owned grocery, has four locations. The Carrboro location is hosting free outdoor music series this summer and fall. Weaver Street Market locations Weaver Street Carrboro101 E. Weaver Street, Carrboro919-929-0010 Weaver Street Hillsborough228 S. ... Read More » Calvin Jones House Guided Tour 11:00 am
Calvin Jones House Guided TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of Wake Forest Historical Museum The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tuesday to Sunday: 10 a.m. ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Military Monday: Save 10% Every Monday 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Military Monday: Save 10% Every MondayWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » Little Explorers -- nature program 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Little Explorers -- nature programMonday, August 18, 2025 Dorothea Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, is hosting a number of diverse activities, for both adults and kids. Many of the events are free. Also, most require pre-registration. Read on to learn all about ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayThere are two locations of Steel String Brewery: Taproom: 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro: Facebook pagePluck Farm: 6901 NC-54 West, Mebane: Facebook page Both locations host events, so please make sure to verify which location each event ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » North Hills Kids: Kidchella 9:30 am to 11:00 am
North Hills Kids: KidchellaTuesday, August 19, 2025 UPDATE: North Hills announced on Facebook that the July 15th event is going to start at 10 a.m. instead of 9:30 a.m. because of weather. Once a month this summer, there will be free kids' activities ... Read More » Storytime with Barnaby D. Troll 10:30 am
Storytime with Barnaby D. TrollWeekly on TuesdayEvery Tuesday from April 15, through November, 2025, except May 13, Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, is hosting Storytime with Barnaby D. Troll. This free program is for children ages 2 to 5, ... Read More » Free Yoga at Frontier RTP 12:00 pm
Free Yoga at Frontier RTPWeekly on TuesdayFrontier RTP, at 800 Park Office Drive, Durham, is a place for creative freelancers, startups, STEM professionals and emerging companies. The multi-building campus offers free co-working and meeting rooms, as well as a million square ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... 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 residentsWednesday, August 20, 2025 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 » Nature Families: Fish Tales 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Nature Families: Fish TalesWednesday, August 20, 2025 Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests. Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater ... Read More » Incredible Science 1:30 pm
Incredible ScienceWeekly on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Incredible Science 1:30 pm
Incredible ScienceWeekly on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all ... Read More » Bricks & Brews 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Bricks & BrewsEvery 1 months on the 3rd ThursdayGizmo 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 Live Music in Summer 2025: Friday, July 18, 6 to 9 ... Read More » Open Mic (music and poetry) 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Open Mic (music and poetry)Weekly on ThursdayCommon Market, 1821 Green Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting many events. The following events were sent out in their email newsletter, and you can follow along on their Instagram for updates. It would be ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » First Responders: Save 10% Every Friday All Day
First Responders: Save 10% Every FridayWeekly on FridayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each week 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each weekWeekly on FridayCounter 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 once a week they offer free coffee education ... Read More » Calvin Jones House Guided Tour 11:00 am
Calvin Jones House Guided TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of Wake Forest Historical Museum The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tuesday to Sunday: 10 a.m. ... Read More » | Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange County All Day
Uproar Festival of Public Art in Orange CountyDailyScreenshot Uproar Festival of Public Art is coming to Orange County, North Carolina, from August 1 to 23, 2025. Sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Visit Cow SanctuaryWeekly on 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, the sanctuary is open for visitors from ... 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 » Intro to Gardening in the South 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Intro to Gardening in the SouthSaturday, August 23, 2025 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 » |
The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayThe Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, ... Read More » Cary's Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cary's Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts FestivalDailyThe Town of Cary's Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is back for 2025! It will take place August 23 and 24, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall ... Read More » Sunday Brunch Music on the lawn of Weaver Street Market in Carrboro 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday Brunch Music on the lawn of Weaver Street Market in CarrboroWeekly on SundayWeaver Street Market, a community owned grocery, has four locations. The Carrboro location is hosting free outdoor music series this summer and fall. Weaver Street Market locations Weaver Street Carrboro101 E. Weaver Street, Carrboro919-929-0010 Weaver Street Hillsborough228 S. ... Read More » Calvin Jones House Guided Tour 11:00 am
Calvin Jones House Guided TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of Wake Forest Historical Museum The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tuesday to Sunday: 10 a.m. ... Read More » | Military Monday: Save 10% Every Monday 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Military Monday: Save 10% Every MondayWeekly on MondayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » Open Mic Night 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on MondayThere are two locations of Steel String Brewery: Taproom: 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro: Facebook pagePluck Farm: 6901 NC-54 West, Mebane: Facebook page Both locations host events, so please make sure to verify which location each event ... Read More » Disc Golf Putting League 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Disc Golf Putting LeagueWeekly on MondayThe Glass Jug Beer Lab has two locations: Original Location in South Durham (RTP)5410 NC Highway 55, Suite V, DurhamRetail craft beer and wine store with an on-site microbrewery, bar, and event space New Location in Downtown ... Read More » Adult Coloring Night 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Adult Coloring 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 ... Read More » | Free Yoga at Frontier RTP 12:00 pm
Free Yoga at Frontier RTPWeekly on TuesdayFrontier RTP, at 800 Park Office Drive, Durham, is a place for creative freelancers, startups, STEM professionals and emerging companies. The multi-building campus offers free co-working and meeting rooms, as well as a million square ... Read More » Incredible Science 1:30 pm
Incredible ScienceWeekly on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all ... Read More » Window on Animal Health 1:30 pm
Window on Animal HealthWeekly on Tuesday and WednesdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all ... Read More » Adult Coloring Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Adult Coloring NightWeekly on TuesdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more ... Read More » | Incredible Science 1:30 pm
Incredible ScienceWeekly on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all ... Read More » Window on Animal Health 1:30 pm
Window on Animal HealthWeekly on Tuesday and WednesdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all ... Read More » Market Bunch Kids' Activities 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Market Bunch Kids' ActivitiesWeekly on WednesdayCarrboro 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 » "Pay What You Can" Farm Stand at Raleigh City Farm 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
"Pay What You Can" Farm Stand at Raleigh City FarmWeekly on WednesdayRaleigh City Farm is a nonprofit urban farm founded in 2011 on a formerly vacant one-acre lot in Downtown Raleigh, at 800 N. Blount Street. Their mission is to grow the next generation of farmers ... Read More » | Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tours at Historic Oakwood Cemetery 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tours at Historic Oakwood CemeteryEvery 1 months on the 4th ThursdayThe 72 acre Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, has a rich history of more than 140 years. Its park-like setting is the final resting place for over 22,000 people, including many ... Read More » Incredible Science 1:30 pm
Incredible ScienceWeekly on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view 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 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 » Jazz in the Square: NCCU Jazz Collective 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Jazz in the Square: NCCU Jazz CollectiveThursday, August 28, 2025 Jazz in the Square is a free concert series presented by Downtown Raleigh Alliance, in partnership with Raleigh Parks and Sleepy Cat Records. It takes place in Moore Square, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, on ... Read More » | Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry ShowFriday, August 29, 2025 Treasures of the Earth is a gem, mineral and jewelry show that is coming to the Kerr Scott Building at NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, for three weekends in 2025. It's ... Read More » First Responders: Save 10% Every Friday All Day
First Responders: Save 10% Every FridayWeekly on FridayPhoto courtesy of Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall is at 67 JR Road, Selma, North Carolina. It's right off I-95, and it's a welcome stop for travelers. It's very close to the ... Read More » Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each week 10:00 am
Tasting at Ten: Free tasting at Counter Culture Coffee each weekWeekly on FridayCounter 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 once a week they offer free coffee education ... Read More » Calvin Jones House Guided Tour 11:00 am
Calvin Jones House Guided TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of Wake Forest Historical Museum The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tuesday to Sunday: 10 a.m. ... Read More » | Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry ShowSaturday, August 30, 2025 Treasures of the Earth is a gem, mineral and jewelry show that is coming to the Kerr Scott Building at NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, for three weekends in 2025. It's ... Read More » Bird Watching 7:30 am to 9:30 am
Bird WatchingSaturday, August 30, 2025 Dorothea Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, is hosting a number of diverse activities, for both adults and kids. Many of the events are free. Also, most require pre-registration. Read on to learn all about ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Visit Cow SanctuaryWeekly on 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, the sanctuary is open for visitors from ... 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 » |
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry ShowDailyTreasures of the Earth is a gem, mineral and jewelry show that is coming to the Kerr Scott Building at NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, for three weekends in 2025. It's ... Read More » Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoops All Day
Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoopsSunday, August 31, 2025 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 » Old-Fashioned Farmers' Days in Siler City 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Old-Fashioned Farmers' Days in Siler CityDailySilk Hope Farm Heritage Park, at 4221 Silk Hope Road, Siler City, NC, is hosting its 50th Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers' Day festival on August 30 and 31, 2025, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. This ... Read More » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayThe Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, ... Read More » |