Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a huge list! Some of these displays are professional operations, but many of them, often synchronized to Christmas music, are put on by regular people, at their own expense, and it takes an incredible amount of time and creativity. So visit and let them know you appreciate it. If … [Read more...] about draft christmas lights
Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map
Where are the best Christmas lights in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle? Read on! We have a huge list! Some of these displays are professional operations, but many of them, often synchronized to Christmas music, are put on by regular people, at their own expense, and it takes an incredible amount of time and creativity. So visit and let them know you appreciate it. If … [Read more...] about Tour the Best Christmas Lights in the Triangle — a list and map
Tons of free meals for Veterans Day, more…
Many businesses thank veterans and active military members by offering them a free meal or other gift on Veterans Day, which is Tuesday, November 11, 2025. If you're a member of the military, please check out this list, and see if there's a deal that you might be able to take advantage of. If you're not a military member, you probably know one. Why not share this information and also thank them … [Read more...] about Tons of free meals for Veterans Day, more…
KFC popping up at UNC to give away free chicken sandwiches Nov. 11
KFC announced in a press release that it is going on a Size Matters Tour, popping up on some college campuses to give away food and more. At each stop, guests can enjoy a free sandwich and exclusive merch, while supplies last. Sandwiches available on the tour will be offered in both classic and spicy varieties, each made with an Extra Crispy™ chicken breast filet on a toasted brioche bun with … [Read more...] about KFC popping up at UNC to give away free chicken sandwiches Nov. 11
Christmas tree farms and lots in the Triangle for 2025
Interested in choosing your own Christmas tree near Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas? The holiday season is almost here, which for many means that it will soon be time to find the perfect Christmas tree for this year's decorations. Below, you'll find a list of Christmas tree farms and lots, organized by county, where you can find a tree to take home. In some cases you can … [Read more...] about Christmas tree farms and lots in the Triangle for 2025
Restaurants open for Thanksgiving dinner in the Triangle for 2025
If cooking dinner doesn't sound like a holiday to you here's a list of Triangle restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 27, 2025. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up early, so make sure to make reservations right away. There are a few takeout options included in this list as well. These restaurants are in all price ranges. We abandoned our … [Read more...] about Restaurants open for Thanksgiving dinner in the Triangle for 2025
Discover The Triangle’s Pinball Scene with the Pinball Map
Arcade and video game trends come and go, but there seems to be one constant: pinball machines. What's the appeal, beyond nostalgia? Pinball machines are tactile -- the physics of the ball, flippers and bumpers create a different experience every time. Pinball machines feature fun themes, often based on movies or TV shows. The visual art on the machines can be really stunning. Pinball fans … [Read more...] about Discover The Triangle’s Pinball Scene with the Pinball Map
Free Hot Dogs for Veterans at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest, Nov. 11, and more
Blackbird Brewery, 3608 Rogers Branch Road #101, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a family-owned, brewer-owned brewery with a 1,000-square-foot taproom, and a 5,000-square-foot outdoor patio and beer garden. You can find their events on the brewery's events calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music in November 2025: Free Hot Dogs for VeteransTuesday, November 11, 20251 to 10 … [Read more...] about Free Hot Dogs for Veterans at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest, Nov. 11, and more
Veterans Day Ceremony in Apex Nov. 11
Apex American Legion Post 124 has organized a Veterans Day Ceremony for Tuesday, November 11, 2025, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., at the Downtown Service Memorial, at the corner of Saunders Street and North Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina. This annual event honors U.S. military personnel who have served in the United States armed forces. Members of Apex public safety, Apex Town Council, and the … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Ceremony in Apex Nov. 11
Free Food Giveaway with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC in Bennett Nov. 11
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup kitchens and other organizations that distribute food to those in need. You can find the current schedule of the pop-up markets at foodbankcenc.org/popup-markets. The schedule is usually … [Read more...] about Free Food Giveaway with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC in Bennett Nov. 11
