Outdoor movies are a summer tradition in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill, and beyond. The summer of 2020, obviously, is not a normal summer. Most of the outdoor movie series are not taking place this year. However, there are still some chances to catch a movie outdoors. Drive-in movies are experiencing a resurgence. Permanent drive-in theaters, like Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre in Henderson, … [Read more...] about Drive-in and outdoor movies in the Triangle this summer
Best of summer
12 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2020
Summer is a little bit different this year. A lot of the summer break activities that we usually list are not available this summer. But here are some ideas of ways to still have fun. Can you think of more things to do this strange summer? Let us know! We will be updating this list regularly, as the restrictions change. Have you subscribed to Triangle on the Cheap by email? It's the best way … [Read more...] about 12 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2020
Places to Cool Off in the Triangle–pools, splash pads and swimming holes
The weather is heating up, and everyone is looking for a way to cool down. Unfortunately, it’s tougher this summer to find a place to swim. Here’s what is open. Swimming Pools and Splash Pads in Raleigh Starting on July 6th, 2020, seven pools in Raleigh will open with limited capacity. There are additional provisions, as well as some new pricing for 2020, on Raleigh's pools. More … [Read more...] about Places to Cool Off in the Triangle–pools, splash pads and swimming holes
Free summer meals for kids in 2020
Free, nutritious meals are available to children this summer through the Summer Food Services Program, funded by the federal government. Children do not need to feel out any forms. Visit this site to see if there are participating locations in your community. Or call 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) (for English), or 1-877-8-HAMBRE (1-877-842-6273) (for Spanish) between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. Or … [Read more...] about Free summer meals for kids in 2020
37 Free Outdoor Concert Series in the Triangle 2019
There's nothing better on a warm evening than listening to music outdoors. Here's a big list of free summer concert series for 2019 in the Triangle--Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham and beyond. Maybe "summer" stretches a little bit into spring and autumn too. Most of these concert series are family friendly. At many you can purchase food from food trucks. Know of more that should be on this … [Read more...] about 37 Free Outdoor Concert Series in the Triangle 2019
Free (and cheap) bowling for kids this summer in the Triangle 2019
Kids Bowl Free is a free summer bowling for kids. You need to register your child, age 15 or younger, up to bowl at a particular center. Then he or she will get to bowl two free games a day. Shoe rental, however, is required. First find the bowling center closest to you and then register. Brooks Street Bowl 413 S Brooks Street Wake Forest, NC, 27587 (919) 488-4651 B & B Bowling … [Read more...] about Free (and cheap) bowling for kids this summer in the Triangle 2019
9 Food Truck Rodeos and Rallies in the Triangle
Somehow food just seems to taste better when it comes from a truck. It can't be explained. It's even better when there are lots of trucks to choose from. Here's a list of some of the biggest food truck events in the Triangle. We're listing food truck events that are somewhat regularly scheduled. Know of others that should be listed? Just email jody@triangleonthecheap.com. We've included a … [Read more...] about 9 Food Truck Rodeos and Rallies in the Triangle
