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Prime Big Deal Days Oct. 7-8

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Whether or not you took advantage of Prime Day in July, you have another chance to take advantage of extreme savings on Amazon before the Black Friday / Cyber Monday sales. Amazon is bringing back a very popular shopping event -- Prime Big Deal Days on October 7 and 8, 2025. This is a chance to get a jump on your holiday shopping and get the best deals on the products you've been looking … [Read more...] about Prime Big Deal Days Oct. 7-8

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Neon Fox Trivia Night at KoKyu on Thursdays

Neon Fox Trivia runs a weekly general trivia night on the deck at KoKyu, 245 E NC Highway 54, Durham, North Carolina. It takes place on Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. Check KoKyu's event calendar for any changes. Follow instagram.com/neonfoxtriva for more info about the trivia night. … [Read more...] about Neon Fox Trivia Night at KoKyu on Thursdays

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National Taco Day deals in the Triangle Oct. 7

National Taco Day is a cause for celebration. It's a day to honor the taco, one of the most versatile and tasty foods. It takes place on the first Tuesday of October, which is October 7, 2025. We will list Taco Day deals as they're announced. They might not all take place exactly on October 7, so make sure to read carefully. You might also be interested in: National Taco Day Deals for … [Read more...] about National Taco Day deals in the Triangle Oct. 7

Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science Oct. 7

The Museum of Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Teen Science Cafe. Teen Science Cafe is a free event designed just for teens. Connect with a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) professional, hear about their exciting career, enjoy some free snacks, and dive into a fun, hands-on activity. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your friends for a … [Read more...] about Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science Oct. 7

Apex Night Out, featuring Touch-a-Truck Oct. 7

The Apex Police Department and Town of Apex are presenting Apex Night Out on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 4:30 to 7 p.m., at Apex Town Hall, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy bounce houses, food trucks, safety information and displays, games and lots of interactive activities. The event also features Touch-a-Truck, which allows children to get in the … [Read more...] about Apex Night Out, featuring Touch-a-Truck Oct. 7

Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl for three nights

Bar Crawl LIVE! is presenting Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl on three nights: October 25 and 31, and November 1, 2025. Tickets vary based on purchase date. Discount for purchasing for multiple dates. Purchase tickets on Eventbrite. Partnering Bars Ticket Perks: … [Read more...] about Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl for three nights

12 Blessing of the Animals events at Churches in the Triangle

Many churches invite people to bring their pets for the Blessing of the Animals in early October. This special event has become a much-loved part of the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, which takes place October 4. The events take place on different dates this time of year. Saint Francis of Assisi was a Catholic friar in the 12th and 13th centuries who founded the religious order of the … [Read more...] about 12 Blessing of the Animals events at Churches in the Triangle

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October in the Triangle — the top things to do this month

October brings the beginning of cooler weather, campfires, fall foliage, spooky fun, and plenty of treats. Plan October 2025 with this list of the top things to do in the Triangle. We're highlighting some of the top things to do in October in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas. But then, scroll down for our huge (and we do mean huge) calendar of things to do in the Triangle in … [Read more...] about October in the Triangle — the top things to do this month

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National Cinnamon Roll Day deals Oct. 3-4

National Cinnamon Roll Day is on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Both Cinnabon and Cinnaholic have special deals, but please take note of the dates, because Cinnaholic is celebrating a day early. Cinnaholic Cinnaholic is celebrating National Cinnamon Roll Day on Friday, October 3, 2025, with $2 Old Skool Rolls. The deal will be available in-store only, from open to close. One per guest. The deal … [Read more...] about National Cinnamon Roll Day deals Oct. 3-4

Falling for Local at Dix Park Oct 4: free hayrides, inflatables, pumpkin patch, more

Falling for Local is a free event at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This festival is a celebration of fall and of local businesses. It's presented by Shop Local Raleigh, Dix Park Conservancy and Dorothea Dix Park. The festival features tons of local vendors, food trucks, North Carolina craft breweries, live music, FREE pumpkins … [Read more...] about Falling for Local at Dix Park Oct 4: free hayrides, inflatables, pumpkin patch, more

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