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60 Black History Month events in the Triangle 2026
Black History Month, which takes place in February every year, is celebrated throughout Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, … [Read More...]

Town of Cary’s Black History Month Events: food, music, film, art, more…
The Town of Cary is presenting several Black History Month programs in February of 2026. The theme this year is … [Read More...]

Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle
No matter how you like to celebrate Mardi Gras, there's a party for you in the Triangle. Learn about a couple of the … [Read More...]

Lunar New Year 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse in the Triangle
By Jody Mace
The Lunar New Year takes place February 17, 2026, and is celebrated for several weeks, starting in late … [Read More...]

February in the Triangle — the top things to do in the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill
By Jody Mace
There's lots of fun packed into the 28 days of February, 2026! Plan your month with this list of the top things to do … [Read More...]
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Free Community Meal at Elizabeth Street UMC Feb. 24
Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, at 1209 N Elizabeth Street, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent free … [Read More...]
Artist Reception at Block Gallery for Relevant Material: Contemporary Quilting Feb. 19
Block Gallery, on the first and second floors of the Raleigh Municipal Building at 222 W. Hargett Street, Raleigh, … [Read More...]
Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Feb. 24 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Beer and Bellydance is a recurring event hosted by Electric Shimmy Bellydance that features live music and dancing. The … [Read More...]
Free Turkish Music Concert in Cary Feb. 21
American-Turkish Association NC is presenting a free concert on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at … [Read More...]
Winter Soup Swap on Feb. 19 at The Daily Beer Bar in Durham, and more
The Daily Beer Bar, at 108 E Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, is an independently owned bar and cafe in Downtown … [Read More...]
Free bowl of chili at Wendy’s Feb. 26 for National Chili Day
To celebrate National Chili Day, Wendy’s is offering a FREE small chili with any purchase of $5 or more on Thursday, … [Read More...]
“Love Durham Market” at the Durham Visitor Info Center Feb. 20
On Friday, January 20, 2026, stop by the Durham Visitors Center, at 212 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, for … [Read More...]
Winter Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park Feb. 22
Durham Central Park’s Food Truck Rodeos take place several times a year on Sunday afternoons. Dozens of the Triangle's … [Read More...]
Kids can make a birdhouse for free at Lowe’s on Feb. 21
Lowe's Kids' Workshops and The Home Depot Kids' Workshops are both fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance … [Read More...]
Purim Celebrations in the Triangle
Purim is many Jewish kids' favorite holiday. It's got it all -- costumes, pastries, noise, games. Purim commemorates … [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
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Triangle restaurants open for Christmas 2025, including dine-in, takeout, and delivery
By Jody Mace
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Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map (updated again!)
By Jody Mace
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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
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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...]

