Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, is hosting its Scarecrow Festival and Pumpkin Patch Bash on Saturday, October 3rd 2020, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Scarecrow Festival The Scarecrow Festival will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. It's free to participate but you need to sign up. To register go to RecLink and search for program #259399. You'll need to register each person who will want … [Read more...] about Pullen Park Scarecrow Festival and Pumpkin Patch Bash, including foam punkin-chunkin’
116 free and cheap things to do this week in the Triangle
This list will be a combination of in-person and virtual events for some time. Make sure to subscribe by email. Your email address will never be shared, sold, or spammed. We're also on Facebook and Twitter. Tell your friends! You might also be interested in: Subscribing to Triangle on the Cheap's email list Triangle on the Cheap event … [Read more...] about 116 free and cheap things to do this week in the Triangle
Trick or Treat at Old Mill Farm in Durham, with animals
Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC 751 in Durham, is holding a ticketed event, Trick or Treat at Old Mill Farm, on Saturday, October 31st, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wear your costume and take pictures with costumed animals! You will also adventure through the haunted vineyard, pick out a pumpkin to carve or decorate at home, and get candy. You can enter a costume contest for a chance to win a … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat at Old Mill Farm in Durham, with animals
Tickets on sale for Witch’s Haunted Barn at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, is bringing some inexpensive fun to families this fall. Firefly Farm, featuring the Witch's Haunted Barn, will be open to visitors all five Saturdays in October from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is just $15 per family. Tickets are available online now. This is a whimsical look at Halloween, fun for kids of all ages. The barn will be … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale for Witch’s Haunted Barn at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
Big list of free walking tours in the Triangle
There's plenty to see in the Triangle and often the best vantage point is on foot. Read on for a day by day list of free guided walking tours throughout the Triangle. Most of these were canceled for some time and some are starting back up. So keep checking back...more are on the way. A walking tour can be a great way to get some exercise, as well as to learn about a place that's new to … [Read more...] about Big list of free walking tours in the Triangle
October First Friday Spotlight: Molly Sawyer at The Centerpiece in Raleigh
The Centerpiece, at 719 N Person Street, Raleigh, is featuring the work of Molly Sawyer at its October First Friday Spotlight on Friday, October 2nd, 2020, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Molly Sawyer is a sculptor and mixed media artist who lives in Asheville, NC. Her work is self-described as "praise for the strength of the human spirit" and focuses on a search for balance. The piece pictured here, … [Read more...] about October First Friday Spotlight: Molly Sawyer at The Centerpiece in Raleigh
Free “Haunted Asylum” at Comic World in Zebulon
Comic World, at 122 E Gannon Avenue, Zebulon, is presenting their annual haunted house on Saturday, October 31st, 2020, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. The Halloween party includes more than the "Haunted Asylum." There will also be a costume contest for ages up to 15 years, and, of course, candy! To allow for safe distancing, only two to four people will be allowed to go … [Read more...] about Free “Haunted Asylum” at Comic World in Zebulon
8 Christmas Trains in North Carolina and their current status for 2020
Pullen Park's Holiday Express was canceled for 2020, which is a big disappointment for both Raleigh Parks, and for families who look forward to this tradition every year. So we thought we'd put together a list of the other Christmas trains in the area and around North Carolina, and the status of each. For attractions outside of the Triangle, we've indicated the number of miles it is from … [Read more...] about 8 Christmas Trains in North Carolina and their current status for 2020
Museum of Life + Science’s Pumpkin Patch Express starts this weekend
Museum of Life + Science, 433 West Murray Avenue, Durham, is presenting the Pumpkin Patch Express again, for 2020. You need to purchase tickets in advance, and they do tend to sell out. Tickets are on sale now. Dates are: October 3-4 October 10-11 October 17-18 October 24-25 There have been some modifications to the event: Guests will travel to the pumpkin patch site by … [Read more...] about Museum of Life + Science’s Pumpkin Patch Express starts this weekend
National Taco Day deals in the Triangle for 2020
Sunday, October 4th, 2020, is National Taco Day. Several restaurants in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill areas are celebrating with special deals on tacos. Last year there were also deals at Taco Bell, Tijuana Flats, and more, so we're definitely keeping our eyes open for more announcements! You might also be interested in: Subscribing to Triangle on the Cheap's email list Big list … [Read more...] about National Taco Day deals in the Triangle for 2020
