Día de Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a traditional Mexican holiday in which participants remember and pray for their friends and family members who have passed away. The holiday features altars to loved ones and brightly painted sugar skulls. Read on to learn about some some celebrations, festivals and workshops in Raleigh, Durham, and the rest of the Triangle, where you can learn about and … [Read more...] about 8 Day of the Dead celebrations in the Triangle
7 productions of Nutcracker in the Triangle in 2025
Many people love to see the ballet, The Nutcracker, during the Christmas season, and the Triangle always affords several chances to do so. Performances are presented by youth and adult groups, and include both traditional presentations and performances with innovative twists. Included this list are The Nutcracker, which is the full ballet, and The Nutcracker Suite, which is a selection of … [Read more...] about 7 productions of Nutcracker in the Triangle in 2025
Dave’s Hot Chicken gives away free chicken sliders Oct. 23
In celebration of FREE Slider Day, Dave’s Hot Chicken is giving away a FREE Chicken Slider on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at participating locations — from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. No purchase required. Each piece of hand-breaded chicken is spiced-to-order, using a spice-blend crafted specifically for its heat level. Choose from seven spice levels ranging from No Spice to Reaper. (The latter requires a … [Read more...] about Dave’s Hot Chicken gives away free chicken sliders Oct. 23
Witches Night Out on the roof of The Durham Oct. 23
The Durham, 315 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Witches Night Out on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Admission is free. No reservations are required. Dress in your best witchy attire, grab your crew, and get ready for an enchanting evening of femme empowerment with themed cocktails, spellbinding tunes from DJ Gemynii, and interactive experiences for … [Read more...] about Witches Night Out on the roof of The Durham Oct. 23
Free Square Dance Fun Nights with Cary Cross Trailers Oct. 23 and Nov. 20
Cary Cross Trailers Square and Round Dance Club is offering two FREE Square Dance Fun Nights at Cary First United Methodist Church, Building C, 117 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The classes are on October 23 and November 20, 2025, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a fun way to "try on" square dancing. No experience or partner needed. Dress is casual No traditional square dance attire … [Read more...] about Free Square Dance Fun Nights with Cary Cross Trailers Oct. 23 and Nov. 20
Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
The Westin Raleigh-Durham, at 3931 Macaw Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, has opened the Halcyon Rooftop, where you can enjoy craft cocktails, small bites and sweeping views. You can sip a cocktail and watch planes glide into RDU, for a unique atmosphere. Westin Raleigh-Durham is hosting a FREE live music series on the rooftop on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This is the upcoming artist … [Read more...] about Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
Free Tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery Oct. 23, more…
The 72 acre Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, has a rich history of more than 140 years. Its park-like setting is the final resting place for over 22,000 people, including many prominent city, state and national leaders. Among the buried here are seven governors, five U. S. Senators, eight North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justices, four Civil War generals … [Read more...] about Free Tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery Oct. 23, more…
Bright Black: Scented Reading Club Oct. 23
Bright Black, at 2020 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina, is a local family business that creates candles. They use scent as a medium and candles as a platform for sharing positive narratives about Blackness. The Bright Black Scent Showroom features in-person shopping. Bright Black also hosts art exhibits, offers workshops, and more. Here's what's coming up. Scented Reading … [Read more...] about Bright Black: Scented Reading Club Oct. 23
Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Oct. 23
Durham Night Market returns to American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, in 2025. It's planned for four evenings (see below) from 5 to 9 p.m. At each of these events there will be a wide variety of vendors. This is a great way to support local! 2025 Durham Night Markets … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market at American Tobacco Oct. 23
Howl-Ween Market at South Durham Farmers’ Market Oct. 25: Costume contest for kids and dogs, and more…
South Durham Farmers' Market, at 500 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Howl-Ween Market on October 25, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The market will be joined by the Triangle Canine Club, and there will be both a dog and a children's costume contest with different prizes. There will be free activities for the community, like painting a pumpkin and touch-a-truck. Come in … [Read more...] about Howl-Ween Market at South Durham Farmers’ Market Oct. 25: Costume contest for kids and dogs, and more…
