A free market is different than a vendor market or a flea market, because everything is (really) free. No money is exchanged and there's no bartering or trading. Everything is given away freely. If you have stuff you'd like to give away, you can bring it. (Just make sure to take away anything that's not taken at the end of the market.) If you want or need stuff, just take it. You can offer … [Read more...] about (Really Really) Free Markets in the Triangle
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JAWSFest in Chapel Hill Memorial Day Weekend: music, movies, mechanical shark, more…
JAWSFest, a Memorial Day Weekend celebration, is returning to the Midway in downtown Chapel Hill, NC in 2025. It includes a flea market, live music, karaoke, a mechanical shark, a dunk tank, and, of course, Jaws on the big screen. There's a lot going on at different businesses, and it's a little bit hard to pin down online exactly everything that's happening, but if you go there, you'll figure … [Read more...] about JAWSFest in Chapel Hill Memorial Day Weekend: music, movies, mechanical shark, more…
NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market in Raleigh May 25
NC Sugar Rush is taking place Sunday, May 25, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC. Numerous vendors will be there, selling all kind of treats to satisfy your sweet tooth. There will also be a DJ and live performances. Dessert Vendors Merchandise Vendors … [Read more...] about NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market in Raleigh May 25
Darkness RISING — Live Black Arts & Mental Health Block Party May 24
Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event. Now in its 8th year, the block party features the Black Broadway community and RDU local singers performing inspirational songs, as well as Black mental health providers as guest speakers. The event is hosted by Darkness RISING Project Nonprofit, a 501(c)3 organization which provides direct mental health resources to … [Read more...] about Darkness RISING — Live Black Arts & Mental Health Block Party May 24
Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Sept. 25
Durham Night Market returns to American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, in 2025. It's planned for four evenings (see below) from 5 to 9 p.m. At each of these events there will be a wide variety of vendors. This is a great way to support local! 2025 Durham Night Markets … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Sept. 25
Clothing and Art Supply Swap at Eno Arts Mill May 17
Circular Triangle, along with Orange County Sustainability and Orange County Arts Commission, are hosting a Clothing and Art Swap at Eno Arts Mill, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It's free to attend. Clean out your closets and find a new home for your no-longer-loved items. Bring gently used clothing and art … [Read more...] about Clothing and Art Supply Swap at Eno Arts Mill May 17
55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 17
The 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival will take place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This festival is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. This is a FREE event for all ages. The event includes: Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Main Stage … [Read more...] about 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 17
Mother’s Day Sunday Funday Market at The Plant in Pittsboro May 11
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Mother's Day Sunday Funday Market on Sunday, May 11, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. Enjoy shopping from a variety of vendors. At 12:30 p.m., there will be live music from The Pigeons. Food and beverages available at Fair Game, BMC Brewing, Lilly Den Meats & Eats, Kingston 99, Metal Brixx and JDub's PoBoys. … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Sunday Funday Market at The Plant in Pittsboro May 11
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 11
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. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2025 … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 11
Fall Back Vintage Market at R&D Brewery May 11
Shop for retro finds at Fall Back Vintage Market on Sunday, May 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at R&D Brewery, 1399 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. 30+ Vintage vendors will be selling vintage clothing, accessories, jewelry, records, furniture, home goods, upcycled creations, fresh plants in vintage vessels, and more! Food trucks will be on hand, and, … [Read more...] about Fall Back Vintage Market at R&D Brewery May 11
