Free events in Cary, NC

Challenge your knowledge at a general trivia night hosted by Just Dave at Ment Beverage Co. and Honeygirl Meadery. The game runs on the first and third Monday of each month. It is free to play, and prizes are awarded to the first, second, and third place teams. Arrive early to reserve space for your team.

Seniors can enjoy bingo over lunch with Blue Cross NC at the Raleigh Beyond Blue Neighborhood Center. Expect a complimentary meal and opportunities to win prizes in a welcoming setting. This is a recurring program at the center. Space is limited and registration is available. For assistance, call 1-888-275-7513, ext. 1.

Find a midweek reset at the Raleigh Beyond Blue Neighborhood Center with complimentary 50-minute yoga sessions led by the Raleigh nonprofit You Call This Yoga. The format alternates throughout the month, with chair-based classes on the first and third Wednesday and mat-based classes on the second and fourth Wednesday. Seating is provided for chair sessions. For mat sessions, bring your own mat if you have one, and borrow one on site if needed. Space is limited, so advance registration is requested.

Elevated Energy Healing hosts a free weekly series where guest speakers introduce their work through no-cost talks and mini workshops. This session focuses on Reiki Crystal Grids, highlighting how intention and crystal placement can support healing and a vision of world peace, presented by Edhriz Siraliev, PhD with Tria Prima Wellness, LLC. The gathering welcomes seekers, healers, and the spiritually curious, offering a calm setting to listen, reflect, and ask questions.

Sensory Friendly Playtime is a free event reserved for children with disabilities and their families, providing time to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter setting. It occurs monthly throughout the year. A Lights Up, Sound Down IMAX screening of Flight of the Butterflies is also offered. Registration is required.

This outdoor acro yoga jam at Pullen Park welcomes participants of all experience levels. The session is free.

Try Systema in a complimentary trial class that highlights a whole-person approach to training. The practice weaves together principles from martial arts, yoga, massage, and meditation to build practical self-protection skills. Participants cultivate natural, intuitive responses while developing strength, mobility, and a calmer mind. Instruction focuses on relaxed, efficient movement supported by solid structure, with as little excess tension as possible. Through a thoughtful progression, students build awareness, adaptability, and poise under pressure, aiming not only for physical ability but also for staying centered when situations are uncertain. Each session is different, and everyone works at a comfortable pace while improving movement quality, efficiency, and understanding over time. Classes often begin with breathing, mobility, and conditioning specific to Russian martial arts to release tension and build resilience, then move into rolling, safe falling, ground work, and themed movement drills. NC Systema is an official school of Systema Vasiliev, and its instructors are certified annually through the headquarters in Toronto.

Durham’s own Ally J brings live music to a rooftop setting alongside specials on food and drinks. Expect $6 glasses of rosé and bubbly and a $14 Girl Dinner with a tray that includes guac and chips, flavored popcorn, pickled veggies, and local cheeses. City views and craft cocktails set the scene, and there is no cover charge.

Hosted by the Morrisville Senior Center, this free resources fair connects adults age 55 and up with healthcare professionals, wellness specialists, and active living organizations. Attendees can explore services that promote health, wellbeing, and an active lifestyle, and learn about local programs available to seniors in the Morrisville community.

Enjoy a free beginner zouk class as part of a festival pre-party at Durham Friends Meeting. New dancers are welcome to continue with an open-level class and stay for the social at a discounted rate by checking with the person working the door. The following week introduces a mix of beginner and intermediate classes, with socials continuing as usual. A four-week discount is available for $65, which includes class and social. Drop-in options are offered at $20 for class plus social, $15 for class only, and $8 for the social. Sign up via the Venmo listed on the event image. For arrival, it is a little farther than typical GPS directions. Look for the Ronald McDonald parking sign, and head to the building on the right side on the second floor. The right side of the parking lot downhill from the meetinghouse is available, while the left side is reserved for Ronald McDonald House staff and guests. The small DFM lot to the right in front of the smaller meetinghouse is also available. The Duke Security lot directly across the street is generally permitted unless a spot is marked otherwise. Do not park in the lot downhill from the Duke Security lot near the Episcopal Student Center, or in the lot near the Campus Security Office at the far end beside the Episcopal Center. Some street parking may be available.

Experience a free trial class that introduces Systema, a whole-person approach to training that unites martial arts with elements of yoga, massage, and meditation in a practical and approachable way. The focus is on building real-world self protection through natural, intuitive movement while developing strength, flexibility, and ease from fear and stress. Core principles emphasize relaxed, well aligned movement with minimal unnecessary tension. Training progresses thoughtfully so participants build awareness, adaptability, and calm under pressure. The aim extends beyond technique to support staying centered and responsive when situations become unpredictable. Sessions vary to keep practice engaging, and everyone works at a comfortable pace with attention on quality of movement, efficiency, and lasting understanding. A typical class begins with breathing, mobility, and conditioning inspired by Russian martial traditions to release tension and develop a resilient, adaptable body. Practice then moves into skills such as rolling, safe falling, groundwork, and themed movement exercises. NC Systema is an official Systema Vasiliev school, and instructors renew their certification annually through Headquarters in Toronto. For questions, email taylor@ncsystema.com.

Explore the North Hills Farmers Market with 100% Wagyu beef and Berkshire pork raised in North Carolina. Stock up for weekend cookouts, game day eats, or simply to have something special on hand.

A weekly market at Hub RTP brings together the South Durham farming community and local artisans. Its mission is to connect the community with high quality locally grown food while advancing farmland preservation and care for the local environment through sustainable agricultural practices. Visitors can meet the farmers who grow the fruits and vegetables they buy and explore distinctive creations from local artisans. Whether seeking fresh ingredients or aiming to support local businesses and sustainable farming, there is something for everyone. For weekly vendor details and special happenings, check the market’s calendar on its website.

Hosted at New Hope Collaborative, this free event explores the caregiving experience and life with multiple sclerosis. Experts, people living with MS, and caregivers will share personal stories and offer practical support, with an emphasis on turning awareness into action. Registration is required. The organizers are also seeking volunteers to help with this event and future initiatives.

At Raleigh Iron Works in Raleigh, NC, the Raleigh Book Fair welcomes attendees with free entry. Open to all, the event includes a tent or table offering book-themed giveaways and a lineup of five psychological thrillers.

This welcoming group therapy session supports people who care for loved ones, offering heartfelt conversation, emotional support, and practical coping strategies. It takes place in a private, judgment-free setting with refreshments and the chance to win door prizes. To protect everyone’s privacy, participants will sign a nondisclosure agreement before the group begins, creating a safe and confidential environment. Attendance is free and centers the mental health needs of caregivers.

Make time for hands-on creativity in a shared space for arts and crafts, then head to the outdoor patio to watch local fire artists in a lively fire spinning jam. Admission is free.

Enjoy a free concert. Arrive early to relax with a drink, have dinner, and then stay for the music.

The Durham Armory sets the scene for a Cottagecore take on the Durham Geek and Grub Market, a free, woodland-themed marketplace with more than 40 whimsical geeky vendors, food trucks, special guests, and storybook-inspired activities surrounded by mushroom motifs, meadow vibes, and cozy cottage aesthetics. Guests can start at the main entrance check-in, where kids receive a complimentary treat and details for a no-cost scavenger hunt. Track down eight cottagecore Gambits, then stop by the HQ desk to claim a prize. The indoor Geek Tavern serves non-alcoholic themed mocktails and other beverages. No tickets are required. The event is fully accessible. Street parking is plentiful with weekend free options, and nearby garages offer paid parking. Only service dogs are allowed. A vendor list and map will be posted online ten days in advance, and a detailed schedule will follow soon.

Test your reflexes at a no-cost weekly air hockey tournament at Super Rad Retro Lounge. All experience levels are welcome, from first-timers to seasoned players, and the focus is on friendly matches, bragging rights, and having fun. Newcomers can learn the basics on site with encouragement from a welcoming air hockey community.

A free beginner trial of Systema takes place at Triangle Aikido. This Russian martial art offers a holistic approach for mind, body, and spirit, combining martial arts with elements of yoga, massage, and meditation in a practical format. Instruction emphasizes intuitive self protection and natural responses while building strength, flexibility, and a more relaxed relationship with stress. The core of the practice is efficient, free movement supported by solid structure and low tension. Through a progressive approach, participants develop awareness, adaptability, and composure so they can remain centered and responsive in challenging or unpredictable situations. Training varies from session to session, and everyone works at a comfortable pace with attention to movement quality, efficiency, and understanding. Classes often open with breathing, movement, and conditioning drills rooted in Russian martial arts to release mental and physical tension and build resilience. Work then progresses into rolling, falling, groundwork, and movement drills organized around central themes. NC Systema is an officially recognized Systema Vasiliev school, and instructors are certified annually by the headquarters in Toronto. Questions can be directed to taylor@ncsystema.com.