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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...]

65+ free and cheap things for kids in the Triangle to do during Spring Break 2026
For most public schools in the Triangle, Spring Break, including weekends, starts March 28, 2026, and ends April 6. Some … [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...]

Logan’s Garden Center’s Spring Festival March 27 and 28 — giveaways, doorbuster sales, demos, more…
By Jody Mace
Logan's Garden Center at the NC Farmers Market, 1208 Farmers Market Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its … [Read More...]

Top things to do in March in the Triangle
By Jody Mace
March brings the beginning of spring activities in the Triangle. Plan March 2026 with this list of the top things to do … [Read More...]
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26 farms in the Triangle where you can pick your own strawberries
Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great … [Read More...]
Summer Camps in the Triangle for 2026
Looking for a summer camp in the Triangle for your child? We get a lot of requests from parents about summer camps in … [Read More...]
Where to go for Easter Brunch or Dinner in the Triangle
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Wendy’s gives away free Frosty & fries if there’s a dunk in the NCAA Championship game
March Madness reaches peak excitement this weekend and Wendy’s is turning an exciting moment in the championship game … [Read More...]
Won Buddhism Temple Open House in Chapel Hill Apr. 25: Tea ceremony, kids’ activities, Qigong, more…
Won Buddhism of North Carolina is hosting a Spring Open House at 8021 Old NC 86, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on … [Read More...]
Save 50% on tickets to the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show April 10-12
Your projects begin here!The Southern Ideal Home Show returns April 10 to 12, 2026, at the North Carolina State … [Read More...]
65+ free and cheap things for kids in the Triangle to do during Spring Break 2026
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Free and cheap things to do in Raleigh, NC and the rest of the Triangle this weekend
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Busk and Bloom: A Spring Buskers Day Celebration at North Carolina Museum of Art on Apr. 4
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Super Mario Galaxy Party at Marbles Kids Museum Apr. 4
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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...]

