Enjoy dancing and delicious food at Himalayan Fried Chicken N Bar, at 109 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. On Friday, March 20, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., the restaurant will host a Latin Dance Party. DJ Abuelo Salsero Jack Wolf will be giving a short dance lesson at 6 followed by music and dancing from 6:30 to 8:30. Not a dancer? Come by and enjoy the venue and some good … [Read more...] about Latin Dancing at Himalayan Fried Chicken N Bar in Carrboro March 20
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Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen March 19
Dairy Queen is celebrating the day before the first day of spring with its annual Free Cone Day! On Thursday, March 19, 2026, DQ is giving every customer a FREE small vanilla cone at participating locations. Mall locations generally do not participate. No purchase required. Plus, DQ Rewards members earn 2x points for purchases on March 19. The free cone is available all day, while supplies … [Read more...] about Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen March 19
Drive-thru food pantry at Hillside Church in Chapel Hill Mar. 21
Hillside Church, 201 Culbreth Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, announced on Facebook that it's holding a food pantry event on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a drive-thru pantry. You must be in line by noon to be served, but consider arriving around 11:30 a.m. to avoid long wait times. Please prepare your trunk to receive at least two bags of groceries. ID is NEVER … [Read more...] about Drive-thru food pantry at Hillside Church in Chapel Hill Mar. 21
Krispy Kreme: Wear green and get a free doughnut March 16 and 17
Green beer abounds, so why not green doughnuts? Krispy Kreme says yes! Krispy Kreme is offering a special St. Patrick's Day Collection, a dozen doughnuts that include four festive doughnuts, packaged in a St. Patrick's Day themed box. These are the special doughnuts for the holiday: Also, March 16 and 17, 2026, Krispy Kreme is returning its O’riginal Glazed Doughnut – an Original … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: Wear green and get a free doughnut March 16 and 17
Wendell Crawl O’Green March 17
Wendell Crawl O-Green is a St. Patrick's Day bar crawl through downtown Wendell. It takes place Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m. Stop at each one and pick up your Crawl O'Green board. Make the required minimum purchase at each location (amounts may vary) and get your board stamped. Turn your board in at your final destination and score a custom Wendell Crawl O'Green prize, while … [Read more...] about Wendell Crawl O’Green March 17
Coffee & Connection at The Williams House Craft Taproom in Cary (and more)
The Williams House Craft Taproom, 210 East Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up both coffee and beer, as well as cider and hard seltzer. They are hosting many events, which you can find on their website. Upcoming Events Live music: Jared PlaceSaturday, February 7, 20267 to 10 p.m.Free Valentine's Day: Live music and moreSaturday, February 14, 20267 to 10 p.m.Free Live … [Read more...] about Coffee & Connection at The Williams House Craft Taproom in Cary (and more)
Fermentation Fest at The Plant in Pittsboro on March 15
Fermentation Fest is a celebrate of beer, cider, kombucha, sourdough, pickles and more. It takes place Sunday, March 15, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m., at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This festival brings together local producers, educational demonstrations, and hands-on tastings. Guests can explore the science and craft behind fermentation while … [Read more...] about Fermentation Fest at The Plant in Pittsboro on March 15
Grand opening of gluten-free bakery, JP’s Pastry, in Durham on March 14, with free treats
JP's Pastry is North Carolina's first certified gluten-free bakery. Its Durham location, at 7072 Highway 751, Suite 108, Durham, Carolina, is now open. Other locations are in Raleigh, Benson, and Greenville, North Carolina. JP's Pastry is celebrating its Durham Grand Opening on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Starting at 10 a.m., the first 25 customers will receive a tote bag … [Read more...] about Grand opening of gluten-free bakery, JP’s Pastry, in Durham on March 14, with free treats
Celebrate Pi Day 2026 in the Triangle with these deals and events
Saturday, March 14, 2026, (3/14) is Pi Day. Pi is the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. The number starts with 3.14, but it goes on for infinity. On Pi Day you can find some special deals on pies, including pizza pies! Pi Day Trivia: Did you know that Albert Einstein was born on Pi Day in 1879? At that time, there weren't as many Pi Day pizza deals, but it's still a fun … [Read more...] about Celebrate Pi Day 2026 in the Triangle with these deals and events
Shamrock Shuffle: St. Paddy’s Day Bar Crawl in Downtown Durham on March 14
The 2nd Annual Shamrock Shuffle takes place in Downtown Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 14, 2026, all day, starting at 12 p.m. Hop between participating bars and breweries. There will be drink specials at each. Grab a St. Paddy's Day beverage from each participating brewery fo ra chance to win one of five gift baskets. Participating Bars/Breweries … [Read more...] about Shamrock Shuffle: St. Paddy’s Day Bar Crawl in Downtown Durham on March 14
