Friday, May 3, to Sunday, May 5

First Friday Raleigh

Friday, May 3

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Downtown Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food at their monthly gallery walk. Dozens of venues will be hosting art receptions. You’ll also find lots of deals on food and drinks. Visit the First Friday Raleigh website for a map of participating venues.

The Carrboro Really Really Free Market

Saturday, May 4

2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Carrboro Town Commons near Town Hall, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro

This is just what it sounds like. Nothing is bought or bartered. Everything is free. You never know what you’ll find. You can bring stuff to give away too.

Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 4

Various comic book stores

The first Saturday in May is Free Comic Book Day. Many comic book stores around the Triangle are participating by giving away free comic books. Some have additional activities too, like artists doing sketches, and costume contests.

PeakFest

Saturday, May 4

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Downtown Apex

Celebrate the “Peak of Good Living” in Apex with this free festival. There will be live music all day, with The Embers featuring Craig Woolard headlining. There will also be entertainment like a stilt walker, balloon twisting, magicians and princesses.

Fest in the West

Saturday, May 4

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

USA Baseball Training Complex, Thomas Brooks Park, 7445 Green Hope School Road, Cary

This annual festival in Cary features live music, dance, a pie eating contest and much more.

Durham Greek Festival

Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5

11 a.m. to 8 p.m., both days

St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham

Enjoy traditional and popular Greek music and folk dance by adult and youth in authentic costumes. There will also be Greek cultural exhibits, travel videos, tours of the church, a fun zone for kids, and Greek food for purchase. Free dance lessons upon request.