Durham YMCA announced on Facebook that they are hosting a produce giveaway on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Lakewood YMCA, 2119 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina. Come by and grab a bag of fresh fruits and veggies, absolutely free, while they last. This giveaway is held in partnership with Eatwell Exchange Inc. and Aetna. … [Read more...] about Produce Giveaway at Lakewood YMCA Durham Jan. 3
Food and drink
Pints and Pups Adoption Event Every First Tuesday at Ponysaurus Brewing Co. Raleigh, more
Ponysaurus Brewing Co. Raleigh, at 2221 Iron Works Drive, Suite 100, Raleigh, North Carolina, is Ponysaurus' second location in the Triangle. On this page we are listing some events at the Raleigh location. We list the events for Ponysaurus Durham here. Upcoming Events at Ponysaurus Raleigh Check back soon. Recurring Events at Ponysaurus Raleigh Geeks Who Drink Trivia NightMondays … [Read more...] about Pints and Pups Adoption Event Every First Tuesday at Ponysaurus Brewing Co. Raleigh, more
Taste of Soul in Durham May 23
The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and bounce houses Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on May 23, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Durham … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Durham May 23
NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market in Raleigh May 24
NC Sugar Rush is taking place Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC. 20+ vendors will be there, selling all kind of treats to satisfy your sweet tooth. There will also be a DJ and live performances. It's free to attend. You pay for your food and drink. … [Read more...] about NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market in Raleigh May 24
Restaurants open for dine-in, takeout, and delivery on New Year’s Day 2026 — some with lucky New Year’s menus
Interested in not cooking on New Year's Day 2026? Check out this growing list of restaurants in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle that are open on January 1st, 2026. Most listed will be available for take-out as well, and, in some cases, delivery. Most (if not all) will also be open on New Year's Eve. Some will serve a special New Year's Eve or Day meal, and some … [Read more...] about Restaurants open for dine-in, takeout, and delivery on New Year’s Day 2026 — some with lucky New Year’s menus
Clyde Cooper’s BBQ: New Year’s Day Buffet
Clyde Cooper's BBQ, at 327 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC, has been serving Carolina-style barbecue in Downtown Raleigh since 1938. It will be moving to a new location in Raleigh soon. As a farewell celebration, Clyde Cooper's Barbeque is is holding an New Year's Day Buffet on January 1, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m. If you buy your ticket the day of the event it's $28.95 for adults and $14.95 … [Read more...] about Clyde Cooper’s BBQ: New Year’s Day Buffet
Wendy’s celebrates National Bacon Day with 1¢ Jr. Bacon Cheeseburgers Dec. 30
Wendy's is celebrating National Bacon Day with a special deal. On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, fans can snag a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger (JBC) for $0.01 with any purchase by redeeming the offer in the Wendy's app. Wendy's Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger features a fresh, never-frozen square beef patty, topped with two strips of bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and creamy mayo on a toasted … [Read more...] about Wendy’s celebrates National Bacon Day with 1¢ Jr. Bacon Cheeseburgers Dec. 30
Order your fully cooked New Year’s Eve dinner or New Year’s Day meal to enjoy at home
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else when you ring in 2026, consider ordering your New Year's Eve dinner or New Year's Day meal from a grocery store, caterer, or restaurant. We've put together a list of businesses in the Triangle where you can order a fully-cooked New Year's meal. There are even a couple of "traditional, lucky New Year's Day meals" available! In many cases, … [Read more...] about Order your fully cooked New Year’s Eve dinner or New Year’s Day meal to enjoy at home
Triangle restaurants open for Christmas 2025, including dine-in, takeout, and delivery
Diners in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area can cross a stress-free Christmas dinner off their holiday wish list. A number of restaurants serve a special Christmas Eve or Christmas Day menu. Others are open with their regular menu. Most restaurants on this list also offer takeout and delivery. Here are some options at various price points. Make sure to note if the meal is just on … [Read more...] about Triangle restaurants open for Christmas 2025, including dine-in, takeout, and delivery
Bars open on Christmas Day in the Triangle
Looking for a bar open on Christmas Day in the Triangle? Maybe you’d like to go have a drink with your out of town guests. Or maybe you need to get away from your guests. Or maybe you don’t have family in town, and would just like to get out of the house and connect with others. No matter the reason, this list should help. We’ve asked around and have put together a list of bars open on … [Read more...] about Bars open on Christmas Day in the Triangle
