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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...]

Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations in the Triangle
By Jody Mace
This year marks the 56th anniversary of Earth Day. There are many ways to celebrate Earth Day in the Triangle in 2026, … [Read More...]

Updated! 50+ Spring festivals in the Triangle in 2026
By Jody Mace
Spring festivals will be blooming in the Triangle! Here's Here's a big list of festivals in spring of 2026 in Raleigh, … [Read More...]
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Spring Plant Swap at Durham Main Library May 2
Durham County Library is hosting a Spring Plant Swap on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., in the MakerLab … [Read More...]
Top Things to do in the Triangle in April — big list of events
April marks the true beginning of spring, and that means that spring festivals and outdoor concerts are in full swing in … [Read More...]
One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with fire spinning by Caroleena & Friends in Cary
During Cary's Final Friday Art Loop, make sure to visit the site of the old library, 310 S Academy Street, for One Tribe … [Read More...]
Live Music at Mason Jar Lager Company, and more
The Mason Jar Lager Co., at 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, hosts frequent events, many of them free. They host live … [Read More...]
6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25
The 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chapel Hill … [Read More...]
Lake Wheeler Invitational — women’s intercollegiate rowing event on April 24-25
The Lake Wheeler Invitational is an annual intercollegiate women’s rowing event co-hosted by Duke University and the … [Read More...]
Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
The 5th Annual Raleigh Earth Day takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Dix Park. Specifically, it … [Read More...]
Sushi and Sumo in Apex May 7
The Town of Apex is presenting Sushi & Sumo, as part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, on … [Read More...]
Pay-What-You-Can Food Truck Rodeo with A Place at the Table April 19
A Place at the Table is Raleigh's first "pay what you can" cafe, at 300 W Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. On … [Read More...]
Farm Animal Days with NC State Extension
NC State Extension has announced Farm Animal Days, a FREE program for kids and families. The event, hosted by the Lake … [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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

