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25 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2026
Ready to have some fun? Here's a list of free and inexpensive things for kids to do during summer break of 2026. Have … [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...]

Top Things to do in the Triangle in June — big list of events!
By Jody Mace
The summer is in full swing in June. There are lots of outdoor movies, festivals and much more. Plan the month with … [Read More...]

Free and Cheap Summer Weekday Movie Series for Kids in the Triangle
By Jody Mace
Looking for affordable indoor summer movies the Triangle? Treat your kids to a fun cinematic experience without breaking … [Read More...]
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Free Community Meal at Elizabeth Street UMC June 30
Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, at 1209 N Elizabeth Street, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent free … [Read More...]
Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Raleigh Fire Museum, 105 Keeter Center Drive in Raleigh, is open just one day a month to the public, although tours can … [Read More...]
American Eagle jeans and shorts all 25-50% off
American Eagle has a huge sale going on right now, with ALL jeans and shorts, for both men and women, at least 25% off. … [Read More...]
Game Nights every Tuesday at Trophy on Maywood
Trophy Brewing, at 656 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, features a brewhouse, taproom, patio and food trucks, just minutes from … [Read More...]
Krispy Kreme celebrates World Cup with soccer-themed doughnuts and a special deal June 11-14
Krispy Kreme is celebrating the World Cup with the Match Day Dozen. The special soccer-themed set of doughnuts will be … [Read More...]
Soccer Square Fan Fest — World Cup Watch Party and Festival at Moore Square June 11-14
Soccer Square Fan Fest is a four-day World Cup watch party and community fan festival at Moore Square, 201 S Blount … [Read More...]
Independence Weekend Fireworks after Zebulon Devil Dogz Game July 5
The Town of Zebulon and the Zebulon Devil Dogz are partnering to present an Independence Weekend Fireworks Show after … [Read More...]
Where to order Father’s Day family-style meals in advance or make reservations for dine-in
Celebrate Father's Day with a tasty meal! Father's Day is Sunday, June 21, 2026. We're putting together a list of … [Read More...]
Oops! All Clowns! Shakespeare! At Carrboro Town Commons August 1
Oops! All Clowns! Shakespeare is a 20-minute family-friendly musical romp through your favorite Shakespeare plays. All … [Read More...]
Save up to 60% on Lands End Swimwear (and at least 40% on almost everything else)
Right now you can save 50-60% on swimwear at Lands End, and 40% off almost everything else. The way the Lands End sales … [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...]

