Are you looking for things to do in Raleigh, NC this weekend? Or Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, or other places in the Triangle? This list includes fun things to do in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill this weekend, plus surrounding areas, from Friday to Sunday. (Or Monday if it's a holiday weekend.)This list is updated every single week! You'll find a ton of things to do this … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do in Raleigh, NC and the rest of the Triangle this weekend
“Souper Bowl” at Dram & Draught — Super Bowl Watch Party and Soup Competition
Dram & Draught Raleigh, at 1 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Souper Bowl on Sunday, February 8, 2026, starting at 6 p.m. This event is free to attend. It's both a Super Bowl watch party and a soup competition. It's free to compete in the soup contest and it's free to be a taster/voter. Guests can bring a crockpot to compete or come taste, vote, and … [Read more...] about “Souper Bowl” at Dram & Draught — Super Bowl Watch Party and Soup Competition
Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Celebrate the Vietnamese New Year at the Tet Vietnamese Year Festival on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Dorton Arena, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Daytime festivities are from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Admission is $20. Those under age 7 or over 75 are admitted for free. The festival typically features: Follow The Vietnamese American Association of Raleigh on Facebook for … [Read more...] about Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Opening Reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection at the Levin JCC on Jan. 18
Jewish for Good (Levin JCC) is hosting the opening reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at the Marcus Family Gallery at the Levin JCC, 1937 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, North Carolina. The reception is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are required and donations are welcome. This exhibition features work from Holocaust victim Sofia … [Read more...] about Opening Reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection at the Levin JCC on Jan. 18
Free concert by Eric Pritchard and Guests at Duke University Jan. 18: Music of Bill Robinson
Duke University is hosting a free concert on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m., at East Duke 201 (Nelson Music Room), 1304 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The concert is free and open to the public. The following description is from Duke University. Step into a heartfelt musical celebration as Duke violinist Eric Pritchard and an ensemble of distinguished guest musicians honor … [Read more...] about Free concert by Eric Pritchard and Guests at Duke University Jan. 18: Music of Bill Robinson
Free Air Hockey Tournament at Super Rad Retro Lounge on Sundays
Super Rad Retro Lounge Arcade Bar, at 106 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts a FREE air hockey tournament every Wednesday, at 1 p.m. All skill levels are welcome, and there's no cost to compete. All ages. The pinball tournament is listed every Sunday through January 25, 2026, on Super Rad Retro Lounge's event calendar. You'll also find other events, including pinball … [Read more...] about Free Air Hockey Tournament at Super Rad Retro Lounge on Sundays
When Community Gathers: MLK Day celebration at Greene African American Cultural Center Jan. 18
When Community Gathers takes place on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 3 to 6 p.m., at John P. "Top" Greene African American Cultural Center, 401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event hosted by the North Carolina Black Women Empowered 50+ Group. On the eve of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, come together to celebrate unity and community through music, dance, … [Read more...] about When Community Gathers: MLK Day celebration at Greene African American Cultural Center Jan. 18
The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with Ardora Trio in Cary Jan. 18
The Classical Concerts -- a concert series created by Dr. Anthony C. Lee -- is presenting their second chamber concert on January 18, 2026, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Saint Francis Methodist Church, 2965 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, North Carolina. All ages are invited, with a suggested donation of $15 per person or $30 per family. The concert features Ardora Trio. Violinist Jessica Ryou, cellist … [Read more...] about The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with Ardora Trio in Cary Jan. 18
19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King J. Celebration Musical in Zebulon
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the MLK Community Zebulon Chapter Workshop Choir's 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Musical. This event takes place at Zebulon Community Center, 301 S Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, North Carolina, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3 p.m. This performance brings together voices from Wake and Johnston counties for a powerful tribute through … [Read more...] about 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King J. Celebration Musical in Zebulon
11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment at Millbrook United Methodist Church Jan 18
Millbrook United Methodist Church's Racial Healing Team is presenting the 11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. This free event will take place in the Pryor-Bradford Christian Ministry Center worship area of the church, at 1712 E Millbrook Road, North Carolina. Millbrook UMC is collaborating with Bethlehem Baptist Church and The Encouraging … [Read more...] about 11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment at Millbrook United Methodist Church Jan 18
