Looking for something to do with friends and family Thanksgiving weekend, 2025? Here is a big list of things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. More will be added! What do you think should be on the list? We've highlighted a few major attractions and fun ideas, but please scroll down for a more comprehensive day-by-day list. Or just jump to the day-by-day list. On Triangle on … [Read more...] about Big list of things to do Thanksgiving Weekend 2025 with friends and family
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Nov. 28
The last Friday of every month, from February to November, 2025, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Starting in March, Hillsborough Arts Council will present special programming each month. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be live … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Nov. 28
Where to ski in North Carolina — and the opening date of each resort
Where to Ski in North Carolina There are six ski resorts in Western North Carolina. Three of them are clustered in the northern part of the North Carolina mountains, near Boone: Sugar Mountain Resort, Appalachian Ski Mtn., and Beech Mountain Ski Resort. Hatley Pointe (formerly Wolf Ridge) is in Mars Hill, near Asheville. Cataloochee Ski Area is in Maggie Valley, near Cherokee, Waynesville, … [Read more...] about Where to ski in North Carolina — and the opening date of each resort
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
Chipotle offers buy-one-get-one free entrée on Thanksgiving Eve, Nov. 26
Enjoy a frugal meal at Chipotle before the big Thanksgiving feast. Chipotle is offering a buy-one-get-one free entrée on Thanksgiving eve, November 26, 2025, from 4 p.m. to closing. The offer is open to all customers and is available only in-restaurant. There is a limit of five free entrées per check -- each one requiring the purchase of another entrée of equal or greater value. Kids' meals … [Read more...] about Chipotle offers buy-one-get-one free entrée on Thanksgiving Eve, Nov. 26
51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner with Durham Rescue Mission Nov. 27 — learn how you can help
Durham Rescue Mission is hosting its 51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's held outside at the Mission campus. This event feeds homeless, hungry and needy men, women and children. Doors open at 11 a.m. and dinner starts at 12 p.m. Those in need can enjoy a free hot turkey dinner with all the trimmings, … [Read more...] about 51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner with Durham Rescue Mission Nov. 27 — learn how you can help
Best deals on turkey in the Triangle for Thanksgiving 2025
If you're planning a Thanksgiving feast, now is the time to be shopping for a turkey. Many grocery stores in the Triangle have very low prices on frozen turkeys right now. These turkeys are no different than the ones stores are selling for much higher prices. They are just "loss leaders" -- the deals meant to draw you to the store, where you are likely to buy more groceries. In some cases, you … [Read more...] about Best deals on turkey in the Triangle for Thanksgiving 2025
Bull City Kids Closet — shop for FREE clothes Nov. 25
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting Bull City Kids Closet. They're collecting clean, cold-weather clothing for kids newborn to 18 years old. Read to to learn how to donate clothing and how to receive clothing. Donate to Bull City Kids Closet Please consider donating your gently used kids' clothing, all sizes. The clothing drive is taking place November 12 to 22, 2025, Monday to … [Read more...] about Bull City Kids Closet — shop for FREE clothes Nov. 25
Thanksgiving food giveaways: FREE turkeys and groceries in the Triangle
Each year, local organizations and community groups in Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina, plus surrounding areas in the Triangle, sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing food insecurity or financial hardship can gather together for a traditional meal. This list has been updated for 2025. We’re collecting as many of these turkey giveaways and food … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving food giveaways: FREE turkeys and groceries in the Triangle
Urban Ministries of Wake County hosting turkey giveaway Nov. 25
Urban Ministries of Wake County is hosting a Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m., (or while supplies last) at 1390 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE drive-thru event, held with support by the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation. The organization announced the giveaway on their Facebook page. … [Read more...] about Urban Ministries of Wake County hosting turkey giveaway Nov. 25
