Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4 to 8, 2026, so you can expect to lots of deals and freebies for teachers during this … [Read More...]
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Cinco de Mayo celebrations and deals in the Triangle for 2026
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Raleigh, Durham, and the rest of the Triangle. Read on for a mix of parties, restaurant … [Read More...]

Nurses Appreciation Week Freebies and Deals 2026
Nurses Appreciation Week is May 6 to 12, 2026, and we all know that nurses deserve a ton of appreciation (all year … [Read More...]

Free and cheap things to do in Raleigh, NC and the rest of the Triangle this weekend
Are you looking for things to do in Raleigh, NC this weekend? Or Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, or other places … [Read More...]

Day by Day List of Outdoor Concert Series in the Triangle — Updated for 2026
There's nothing better on a warm evening than listening to music outdoors. We are updating a list of outdoor concert … [Read More...]
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Letterland Days and Activity Nights at Pullen Park
The very popular family event, Letterland, returns to Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, from May 4 … [Read More...]
Free and cheap things to do in the Triangle this week
Are you looking for things to do in Raleigh, NC this week? Or Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, or other places in … [Read More...]
City of Raleigh Museum Plant Swap on May 23
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Plant Swap on Saturday, May 23, … [Read More...]
Pickin’ in the Park in Knightdale May 16
The Town of Knightdale is presenting a new annual event, Pickin' in the Park, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 4 to 7 … [Read More...]
Target celebrates National Pet Month with free dog or cat kit giveaway on May 16
On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Target is celebrating National Pet Month with a FREE Dog or Cat Giveaway Kit at participating … [Read More...]
Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch in the Triangle for Dine-in or To-go 2026
Celebrate Mother's Day by taking Mom to brunch. Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026. We're putting together a list of … [Read More...]
Shake Shack celebrates National Burger Month with free burgers all May, with purchase
Shake Shack is celebrating National Burger Month with a giveaway for burger lovers every week in May. From May 1 to 31, … [Read More...]
Triangle String Orchestra: Hollywood in Concert on May 6
Triangle String Orchestra is a community orchestra of amateur string musicians. It meets at Meredith College in … [Read More...]
Hottest Amazon Deals in May — Big discounts on air fryers, Keurig, Fitbit, smart bird feeders, more…
Whether you're shopping for a gift or a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of today's deals at … [Read More...]
Star Wars Day Events in the Triangle — May the 4th Be With You
May the 4th is known as Star Wars Day. "May the 4th be with you..." It's on this day that you'll find many … [Read More...]
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Free and cheap New Year’s Eve Parties in the Triangle
By Jody Mace
Looking for fireworks near you for New Year's Eve? Or a festive champagne toast? We've got you covered! There are many … [Read More...]

Family friendly New Year’s celebrations in the Triangle, including Noon Year’s Eve and early countdowns
By Jody Mace
Ring in 2026 with the kids at these family-friendly Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area celebrations. These events are … [Read More...]

Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
By Jody Mace
Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. The holiday lasts … [Read More...]

Triangle restaurants open for Christmas 2025, including dine-in, takeout, and delivery
By Jody Mace
Diners in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area can cross a stress-free Christmas dinner off their holiday wish list. A … [Read More...]

Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map (updated again!)
By Jody Mace
Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a … [Read More...]

Day by Day Triangle Holiday Guide–Christmas and Holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond, for 2025
By Jody Mace
This is a growing list of 2025 holiday events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. This day by day guide will … [Read More...]

Order a fully cooked Christmas dinner to go in the Triangle in 2025 from restaurants, grocery stores, more…
By Jody Mace
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else for Christmas and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider … [Read More...]

Celebrate winter solstice in the Triangle with a lantern walk, labyrinths, and more — 2025
By Jody Mace
Winter solstice takes place when one of the Earth's poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. When that happens, … [Read More...]

Hanukkah Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
By Jody Mace
Looking for fun ways to celebrate the Festival of Lights in the Triangle? Here are some Hanukkah events in the … [Read More...]

Live Nativity Events in the Triangle in 2025
By Jody Mace
With all the excitement over Santa, sometimes the more sacred or spiritual aspects of Christmas can be … [Read More...]

Where to get free Santa pictures in the Triangle in 2025
By Jody Mace
Would you like your child to get a chance to meet Santa without having to pay for an expensive photo package? Make … [Read More...]

Free Holiday Concerts in the Triangle in 2025
By Jody Mace
Looking for free holiday concerts in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? You're in the right … [Read More...]

Big list of Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2025
By Jody Mace
Shop for gifts at these 2025 holiday markets in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Here's a growing list of … [Read More...]

25 Christmas and Holiday Parades in the Triangle from A(pex) to Z(ebulon)!
By Jody Mace
You can find Christmas parades in every corner of the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and many … [Read More...]

Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
By Jody Mace
All throughout the Triangle, in Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding towns, tree lighting events are marking the beginning … [Read More...]

