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…
Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides and more fall farm activities in the Raleigh and the Triangle — updated for 2025
Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas are ready for fall and Halloween! Here's a list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches fall farm activities and more, for the 2025 season. Some of these are a little bit of a drive, and are in areas that we don't typically include in Triangle on the Cheap, but are worth checking out. The attractions on this list are family-friendly. Some … [Read more...] about Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides and more fall farm activities in the Raleigh and the Triangle — updated for 2025
Pumpkin Patch (including storytime) at Highland United Methodist Church in Raleigh
Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is offering a pumpkin patch from October 4 to 31, 2025. Come by and pick out your favorite pumpkin. The pumpkin patch is a fundraiser for the church's youth ministry. No cash accepted. Please bring a card or device. The price depends on the size of the pumpkin. The pumpkin patch is open from October 4 to 31, 2025, … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Patch (including storytime) at Highland United Methodist Church in Raleigh
Haunted Trails and Houses in Raleigh and the Triangle — updated for 2025
Plan Spooky Season with this list of haunted trails near Raleigh, NC, and the rest of the Triangle! All of the attractions listed below are within driving distance of parts of the Triangle -- some closer than others, of course. We've listed the basic info for each attraction, but make sure to follow the links to get the latest info, and to buy tickets in advance if required. Some or most of … [Read more...] about Haunted Trails and Houses in Raleigh and the Triangle — updated for 2025
Halloween Comedy Improv at Fair Game Beverage Oct. 22, more…
Fair Game Beverage Company, at 193 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is one of the businesses at The Plant. This Chatham County distillery and winery features North Carolina grown and produced wine and spirits. Fair Game regularly hosts events, and many of them are free. You can find them on Fair Game's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Halloween Comedy Improv with Wild MindWednesday, … [Read more...] about Halloween Comedy Improv at Fair Game Beverage Oct. 22, more…
Bring Your Own Craft Night at Raleigh Brewing, Oct. 22, more…
Raleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. If you're looking for information about Raleigh Brewing Company's Cary Arboretum location, you can find it here. The following are events at the Neil Street location. Upcoming Events Barks and BrewsSaturday, October 25, 20252 to 6 p.m.Free Meet … [Read more...] about Bring Your Own Craft Night at Raleigh Brewing, Oct. 22, more…
Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, will once again host Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from April 2 to October 22, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is the 8th year for Wine Down Wednesday and it's a favorite tradition in Chapel Hill. Mingle, sip, and enjoy great weather and live music at this open social. This is a kid-friendly and dog-friendly … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
