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Cary Really Really Free Market Oct. 24

A "Really Really Free Market" is just what it sounds like. Free. (Really) free. People bring stuff they want to give away, and also offer free services. There's no buying, selling, or bartering. Everything is freely given. The Cary Really Really Free Market takes place the fourth Saturday of the month, from 2 to 4 p.m., at Walnut Park, 1420 Walnut Street, Cary, North Carolina. Look for more … [Read more...] about Cary Really Really Free Market Oct. 24

Person Street Plaza Block Party Oct. 24: In Celebration of Dolly Parton

Celebrate the life of Dolly Parton at the Person Street Block Party on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It takes place at Edge of Urge, at Person Street Plaza, North Person Street and East Franklin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event! Check back soon for details! You can expect: … [Read more...] about Person Street Plaza Block Party Oct. 24: In Celebration of Dolly Parton

The People’s Free Market in Clayton Oct. 24

Down Home North Carolina hosts The People's Free Market monthly at Phillip R. Wright Community Park, 988 Powhatan Road, Clayton, North Carolina. Sometimes this park is also called the Wilson's Mills Community Park. At a free market, like this one, you can bring stuff you want to give away, and take what you want or need. There is no buying, selling or trading. Just sharing! If you bring items, … [Read more...] about The People’s Free Market in Clayton Oct. 24

Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Market: Halloween Edition Oct. 24

Raleigh Retro Gamers is presenting Triangle Town Market -- Halloween Edition on October 24, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Shop thousands of retro and modern video games, Pokémon, collectibles, geek art, crafts, and more from 70+ vendors. The event features: … [Read more...] about Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Market: Halloween Edition Oct. 24

Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Nov. 21

Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season in Downtown Durham on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Downtown Durham Tree Lighting. This is a free event. It will take place at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 4 to 8 p.m. What to Expect … [Read more...] about Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Nov. 21

Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 5

The annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair takes place Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children under 13 years old. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair is a celebration of the rich traditions of the Nordic countries: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and … [Read more...] about Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 5

Chapel Hill Really Really Free Market 3rd Monday of Month

Chapel Hill Really Really Free Market takes 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 takes place October 19, 2026. Please make sure to follow @chapelhillrrfm on Instagram for updates. At a free market, everything is freely given. Take what you need or want. There's no buying, selling, … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill Really Really Free Market 3rd Monday of Month

The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro Oct. 18

The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina.  It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This event features: Please note that the October 11 Bazaar has been rescheduled to … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro Oct. 18

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