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National Pretzel Day April 26: Pretzel freebies and deals
Sunday, April 26, 2026, is National Pretzel Day. Read on for a list of pretzel freebies and … [Read More...]

Top Things to do in the Triangle in April — big list of events
By Jody Mace
April marks the true beginning of spring, and that means that spring festivals and outdoor concerts are in full swing in … [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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Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, North Carolina, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and … [Read More...]
Frederick Douglass Community Reading at Stagville July 4
Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, North Carolina, contains the remnants of one of the … [Read More...]
Carrboro 4th of July Celebration includes live music, People’s Parade, and the annual community reading of Frederick Douglass’ essay
The Town of Carrboro is hosting an Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026. It will take place at … [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...]
Hymn Sing and Ice Cream at Genesis United Methodist Church in Cary June 7
Genesis United Methodist Church, 850 High House Road, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Hymn Sing and Ice Cream on … [Read More...]
McAlister’s Deli offers free tea to nurses and teachers May 4-8
McAlister's Deli announced that they are honoring two of our essential everyday heroes by offering teachers and nurses a … [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...]
Grace-Filled Free Market at Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church on May 2
Ernest Myatt Presbyterian Church, 4926 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a Grace Filled Free Market … [Read More...]
Spring Cleaning Swap Party at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham, May 3, and more
The Glass Jug Beer Lab, Downtown Durham is at 545 Foster Street, Durham. The taproom is adjacent to Durham Central Park. … [Read More...]
Free Stand-Up Comedy Showcase and THC Beverage Tasting at Incendiary Brewing in Raleigh, May 9
Incendiary Brewing, at 612 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, features rotating taps with local favorites. The … [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...]

