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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 » National Pinball Day! Use the Pinball Map to find local pinball machines All Day
National Pinball Day! Use the Pinball Map to find local pinball machinesSaturday, August 1, 2026 Arcade and video game trends come and go, but there seems to be one constant: pinball machines. What's the appeal, beyond nostalgia? Pinball machines are tactile -- the physics of the ball, flippers and bumpers ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 » 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, NC. This is one of the Southeast's largest ... 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 » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of The Raleigh Market The Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend except when the NC State Fair is happening, in October. The hours are 9 ... Read More » Sunday Morning Yoga 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Sunday Morning YogaWeekly on SundayCompass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Free Live Music (Fridays, 7 to 9 ... Read More » | Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... 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 Community Meals Elizabeth ... 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 » | National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day freebies and deals All Day
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day freebies and dealsTuesday, August 4, 2026 National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day is Tuesday, August 4, 2026. (Not to be confused with National Chocolate Chip Day, in May, and National Cookie Day, which is in December.) This is a day to celebrate America's ... Read More » Raleigh Police Department National Night Out All Day
Raleigh Police Department National Night OutTuesday, August 4, 2026 Image: Depositphotos City of Raleigh National Night Out Events The Raleigh Police Department is going to be visiting many neighborhood National Night Out celebrations on August 4, 2026. Here is a list of Raleigh National Night Out neighborhood ... 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 » | National Oyster Day: 1/4 lb. fried oysters for $5 All Day
National Oyster Day: 1/4 lb. fried oysters for $5Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Skrimp Shack, at 3600 N Duke Street, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating National Oyster Day with a special deal. On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, get 1/4 pound of fried oysters for just $5. The regular price ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Free kids' movies at Marquee Cinemas 9:30 am
Free kids' movies at Marquee CinemasWeekly on Tuesday and WednesdayMarquee 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 16 to August 5, 2026. On each ... 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 the concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on most Wednesdays from June 3 to August 5, ... Read More » | Stammtisch (German community night) with steins of German beers for pint prices All Day
Stammtisch (German community night) with steins of German beers for pint pricesWeekly on ThursdayCourtesy of Der Nachbar Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, at 4916 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina, features 20 taps, wine by the glass, and non-alcoholic options. There's an outside patio, where leashed dogs are welcome. There's an ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... 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 to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: ... Read More » Taking Back Thursday: Live music with The Forryst Bruthers 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Taking Back Thursday: Live music with The Forryst BruthersWeekly on ThursdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Boxyard RTP, at 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, is a 15,000 square foot "cargotecture" development, made of upcycled shipping containers, with a central pavilion for performances. Boxyard RTP includes food and beverage vendors, ... Read More » | National Frozen Custard Day: Get $2, $3 & $4 Cones at Freddy's All Day
National Frozen Custard Day: Get $2, $3 & $4 Cones at Freddy'sDailyFreddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating National Frozen Custard Day from August 7 to 9, 2026, by offering three special deals at participating locations. From August 7 to 9, 2026, get these deals (one time ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » First Friday Bird Walk 8:00 am to 10:00 am
First Friday Bird WalkFriday, August 7, 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 » | National Frozen Custard Day: Get $2, $3 & $4 Cones at Freddy's All Day
National Frozen Custard Day: Get $2, $3 & $4 Cones at Freddy'sDailyFreddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating National Frozen Custard Day from August 7 to 9, 2026, by offering three special deals at participating locations. From August 7 to 9, 2026, get these deals (one time ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Triple Bucks Day at Durham Farmers' Market 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Triple Bucks Day at Durham Farmers' MarketSaturday, August 8, 2026 Durham Farmers' Market, at 501 Foster Street in Durham, is Durham's largest farmers' market. It's open Saturdays all year, and also Wednesdays from mid-April to mid-October. Scroll down for upcoming special events. April to November: Saturdays, ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 » |
National Frozen Custard Day: Get $2, $3 & $4 Cones at Freddy's All Day
National Frozen Custard Day: Get $2, $3 & $4 Cones at Freddy'sDailyFreddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating National Frozen Custard Day from August 7 to 9, 2026, by offering three special deals at participating locations. From August 7 to 9, 2026, get these deals (one time ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of The Raleigh Market The Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend except when the NC State Fair is happening, in October. The hours are 9 ... Read More » | Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Tour of Chatham Mills "Pollinator Paradise" Garden (registration required) 10:00 am
Tour of Chatham Mills "Pollinator Paradise" Garden (registration required)Monday, August 10, 2026 Monarch Butterfly on Swamp Milkweed. Stock photo from Depositphotos The Chatham Mills "Pollinator Paradise" Garden, at 480 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, features over over 240 species of perennials, trees, shrubs, vines and grasses. 85% of ... 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 » | 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 » Tuesday Toss: Roll the dice to decide your $5 draft fate All Day
Tuesday Toss: Roll the dice to decide your $5 draft fateWeekly on TuesdayCourtesy of Der Nachbar Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, at 4916 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina, features 20 taps, wine by the glass, and non-alcoholic options. There's an outside patio, where leashed dogs are welcome. There's an ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Pop-Up Play Date (outside games and activities) 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Pop-Up Play Date (outside games and activities)Weekly on TuesdayBring the kids to Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, for Pop-Up Play Dates. Enjoy summer mornings on the lawn. These FREE events take place every Tuesday in August, 2026, ... 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 Free Live Music in 2026 (Saturdays, 5:30 to 8 p.m.): June 27: Too Many ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... 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 » | Circle K Fuel Day: Save 40¢ per gallon (must be rewards member) All Day
Circle K Fuel Day: Save 40¢ per gallon (must be rewards member)Thursday, August 13, 2026 Image: Circle K On Thursday, August 13, 2026, Circle K is offering 40 cents off per gallon of fuel to Inner Circle Rewards Members at participating locations. You can sign up here. Customers can fuel up and ... Read More » Stammtisch (German community night) with steins of German beers for pint prices All Day
Stammtisch (German community night) with steins of German beers for pint pricesWeekly on ThursdayCourtesy of Der Nachbar Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, at 4916 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina, features 20 taps, wine by the glass, and non-alcoholic options. There's an outside patio, where leashed dogs are welcome. There's an ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Little Fentonians -- Dino Day 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Little Fentonians -- Dino DayThursday, August 13, 2026 Fenton, at 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, is a mixed-use property with retail, restaurants, apartments, and businesses. It regularly hosts FREE events for kids through its Little Fentonians program. On Thursday, August 13, 2026, from ... Read More » | Retracing the Lewis and Clark Expedition -- hear from a National Geographic Explorer! 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Retracing the Lewis and Clark Expedition -- hear from a National Geographic Explorer!Friday, August 14, 2026 Image courtesy of Dr. Roland Kays South Wake Conservationists is presenting a special event, Retracing the Lewis and Clark Expedition, on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., at Bass Lake Park, 900 Bass ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Mill History Tour 10:00 am
Mill History TourWeekly on FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC 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 ... 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 car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 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 » Shotwell Environmental Park's Summer Splash Bash, with waterslides, free lunch and more... 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Shotwell Environmental Park's Summer Splash Bash, with waterslides, free lunch and more...Saturday, August 15, 2026 Shotwell Environmental Park, 4624 Smithfield Road, Wendell, NC, is throwing a Summer Splash Bash on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Celebrate summer with family-friendly activities for all ages. Please RSVP here. Please ... Read More » |
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of The Raleigh Market The Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend except when the NC State Fair is happening, in October. The hours are 9 ... Read More » Yoga Flow & Chill -- pay what you can 10:00 am to 10:45 am
Yoga Flow & Chill -- pay what you canSunday, August 16, 2026 Yoga Flow & Chill is a donation-based yoga series at Weaver Street Market Raleigh, 404 W Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This class takes place once a month through August, 2026, from 10 a.m. to ... Read More » | Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Chapel Hill Really Really Free Market 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Chapel Hill Really Really Free MarketEvery 1 months on the 3rd MondayChapel Hill Really Really Free Market will be taking place the third Monday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Southern Village Green, 401 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The next one ... 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 » | 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 » Tuesday Toss: Roll the dice to decide your $5 draft fate All Day
Tuesday Toss: Roll the dice to decide your $5 draft fateWeekly on TuesdayCourtesy of Der Nachbar Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, at 4916 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina, features 20 taps, wine by the glass, and non-alcoholic options. There's an outside patio, where leashed dogs are welcome. There's an ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Pop-Up Play Date (outside games and activities) 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Pop-Up Play Date (outside games and activities)Weekly on TuesdayBring the kids to Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, for Pop-Up Play Dates. Enjoy summer mornings on the lawn. These FREE events take place every Tuesday in August, 2026, ... Read More » | Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Free Kids' Movie at Triangle Cinemas: Trolls 10:00 am
Free Kids' Movie at Triangle Cinemas: TrollsDailyTriangle 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 several Fridays, from June 16 to August 20, ... Read More » Durham Rescue Mission's Back to School Party, with free school supplies, lunch, groceries and more 11:00 am
Durham Rescue Mission's Back to School Party, with free school supplies, lunch, groceries and moreWednesday, August 19, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos Durham Rescue Mission, 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a Back-To-School Party on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. It's free to attend. The event was announced on Facebook. Doors open at 11 a.m. ... 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 » | Stammtisch (German community night) with steins of German beers for pint prices All Day
Stammtisch (German community night) with steins of German beers for pint pricesWeekly on ThursdayCourtesy of Der Nachbar Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, at 4916 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina, features 20 taps, wine by the glass, and non-alcoholic options. There's an outside patio, where leashed dogs are welcome. There's an ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Free Kids' Movie at Triangle Cinemas: Trolls 10:00 am
Free Kids' Movie at Triangle Cinemas: TrollsDailyTriangle 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 several Fridays, from June 16 to August 20, ... Read More » Free Wine Tasting on the Rooftop 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Free Wine Tasting on the RooftopEvery 1 months on the 3rd Thursday10th & Terrace is a rooftop lounge at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown, 616 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC. Its menu features shareable plates, desserts, wine, beer and cocktails. 10th & Terrace offers some events, which you can ... Read More » | Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... 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 Wine Tastings 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Free Wine TastingsWeekly on FridayBottle Theory, 3675 Green Level West Road, Apex, hosts frequent events. You can find them listed on Bottle Theory's calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Recurring Events Board Game NightMondays6 to 9 p.m.Free Gather with fellow board game enthusiasts ... Read More » Friday Night Tasting Party 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Friday Night Tasting PartyEvery 1 months on the 3rd FridayWeaver Street Market, 404 W Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts a FREE tasting party twice a month. On the first and 3rd Friday of the month, from 5 to 7 p.m., come by for to ... Read More » | Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 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 » 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 2026! It will take place August 22 and 23, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall ... Read More » |
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Cars and Coffee Raleigh 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Cars and Coffee RaleighEvery 1 months on the 4th SundayCars and Coffee Raleigh hosts car shows in the Triangle. The shows are family and pet friendly, and are free to attend. Each show has a different theme, meaning that you'll different, interesting things every ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of The Raleigh Market The Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend except when the NC State Fair is happening, in October. The hours are 9 ... Read More » | Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... 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 » | 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 » Tuesday Toss: Roll the dice to decide your $5 draft fate All Day
Tuesday Toss: Roll the dice to decide your $5 draft fateWeekly on TuesdayCourtesy of Der Nachbar Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, at 4916 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina, features 20 taps, wine by the glass, and non-alcoholic options. There's an outside patio, where leashed dogs are welcome. There's an ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Pop-Up Play Date (outside games and activities) 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Pop-Up Play Date (outside games and activities)Weekly on TuesdayBring the kids to Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, for Pop-Up Play Dates. Enjoy summer mornings on the lawn. These FREE events take place every Tuesday in August, 2026, ... Read More » | Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Learn to Ride -- free program to learn to ride a bike (registration required) 8:30 am to 10:30 am
Learn to Ride -- free program to learn to ride a bike (registration required)Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos Raleigh Parks and Oaks and Spokes hold frequent Learn to Ride events. Registration is required. Volunteers will help participants gain a sense of balance and control on a bicycle, without training wheels, by using the ... 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 » | Stammtisch (German community night) with steins of German beers for pint prices All Day
Stammtisch (German community night) with steins of German beers for pint pricesWeekly on ThursdayCourtesy of Der Nachbar Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, at 4916 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina, features 20 taps, wine by the glass, and non-alcoholic options. There's an outside patio, where leashed dogs are welcome. There's an ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Art in the Park: Sketching Summer 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Art in the Park: Sketching SummerThursday, August 27, 2026 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 » 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 residentsThursday, August 27, 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 » | QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full Moon All Day
QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full MoonFriday, August 28, 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. Learn ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Hike with a Naturalist 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Hike with a NaturalistFriday, August 28, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC 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 ... Read More » Free Friday at Mordecai Historic Park 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Free Friday at Mordecai Historic ParkFriday, August 28, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Mordecai Historic Park, at 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, includes the Mordecai House, which is the oldest house in Raleigh in its original location. It was built in 1785. It became ... Read More » | Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Durham Ballet Theatre Costume Sale 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Ballet Theatre Costume SaleSaturday, August 29, 2026 Durham Ballet Theatre, at 608 N Duke Street, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a costume sale on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. It's free to attend, and there's a huge selection ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 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 » |
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 8:00 am to 12:00 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 » The Raleigh Market 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Raleigh MarketWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayPhoto courtesy of The Raleigh Market The Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend except when the NC State Fair is happening, in October. The hours are 9 ... Read More » Sunday Morning Yoga 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Sunday Morning YogaWeekly on SundayCompass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Free Live Music (Fridays, 7 to 9 ... Read More » | Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoops All Day
Baskin Robbins: 31% off scoopsMonday, August 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 » Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Free car washes for teachers and school staff all August All Day
Free car washes for teachers and school staff all AugustDailyBack for a 2nd year! The RipTide Car Wash is offering FREE car washes all August, 2026, for teachers and school staff. Show your school ID at ANY RipTide and get a free car wash. RipTide ... 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 » |
