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Valentine’s Day Dinner, plus Food Deals in the Triangle (also heart-shaped pizza)

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Looking for a restaurant for Valentine's Day 2026 in the Triangle? Here are some restaurants to check out for Valentine's Dinner in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas. We're including both dine-in and take-home choices. Also, please scroll down for a list of Valentine's Day fast food and pizza deals. If you want to think outside the box, we have also compiled a list of free … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Dinner, plus Food Deals in the Triangle (also heart-shaped pizza)

Trivia at The Can Opener in Durham on Thursdays

The Can Opener, at 205 South Gregson Street, Durham, North Carolina, hosts trivia night every Thursday from 7:30 to 10 p.m. It's hosted by Arturo, a seasoned trivia vet. It promises to be the rowdiest trivia night in town. Prizes for the winning team. … [Read more...] about Trivia at The Can Opener in Durham on Thursdays

Qdoba: BOGO free entrée on Valentine’s Day for loyalty club members

This Valentine's Day, February 14th, 2026, Qdoba is once again offering a BOGO deal. One day only, buy an entrée and a drink and get a second entrée for FREE (of equal or lesser value) at participating locations. The deal cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Quesadillas are excluded from the offer. Available online and in-restaurant. The offer is only available to QDOBA … [Read more...] about Qdoba: BOGO free entrée on Valentine’s Day for loyalty club members

Pretty in Pink Valentine’s Day Prom Party at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery Feb. 14

ZincHouse Winery & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Road, Durham, NC, sits on 87 acres of land that feature vineyards, fields, and a pond. The main winery/brewery includes 14,000 square feet of air conditioned space, plus 7,300 square feet of roof decks. Zinc House is for ages 21+ unless otherwise specified for a specific event. ZincHouse hosts wine tastings, live music, comedy and more. You … [Read more...] about Pretty in Pink Valentine’s Day Prom Party at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery Feb. 14

McDonald’s launches McNugget Caviar kits — here’s how to get one for free

McDonald's wants to be a part of your luxe Valentine's Day celebration, and if that's a surprising thing to read, imagine how surprising it was to write. The Golden Arches have teamed up in an unlikely partnership with Paramount Caviar — to offer an online-only, limited-edition McNugget Caviar kit. You can sign up to get your FREE McNugget Caviar kit by dropping in at McNuggetCaviar.com on … [Read more...] about McDonald’s launches McNugget Caviar kits — here’s how to get one for free

Board Game Night at TCB — The Corner Biergarten, Feb. 10, and more

TCB - The Corner Biergarten, 1625 N. Main St., Ste. 133, Fuquay-Varina, is a fun and dog-friendly German Taproom and Bottle Shop. Enjoy 20+ German, Craft, and Domestic Beers on tap as well as a large selection of ciders, wines and craft sodas. You can find TCB's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Board Game NightTuesday, February 10, 20266 to 9:30 … [Read more...] about Board Game Night at TCB — The Corner Biergarten, Feb. 10, and more

National Pizza Day deals Feb 9

Although the first pizza is thought to have been invented in Naples in the early 1500s, there's no denying that pizza is the one of the most popular foods (or at least the most frequently delivered food) for many Americans.  February 9th, 2026, is National Pizza Day! Read on for the current deals from some pizzerias. Unless otherwise specified, these deals are "limited time only." Then … [Read more...] about National Pizza Day deals Feb 9

Super Bowl Potluck at Downtown Public House in Wilson

Downtown Public House, 113 Goldsboro Street N, Wilson, North Carolina, is hosting a Super Bowl Potluck. It takes place Sunday, February 8, 2026, starting at 6 p.m. Free to attend. TVs and sound will be on. Guaranteed snacks are meatballs and pigs in blankets. … [Read more...] about Super Bowl Potluck at Downtown Public House in Wilson

“Souper Bowl” at Dram & Draught — Super Bowl Watch Party and Soup Competition

Dram & Draught Raleigh, at 1 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Souper Bowl on Sunday, February 8, 2026, starting at 6 p.m. This event is free to attend. It's both a Super Bowl watch party and a soup competition. It's free to compete in the soup contest and it's free to be a taster/voter. Guests can bring a crockpot to compete, or can just taste, vote, and … [Read more...] about “Souper Bowl” at Dram & Draught — Super Bowl Watch Party and Soup Competition

Super Bowl Parties at Carolina Ale House locations in NC

Carolina Ale House is hosting Super Bowl parties at its North Carolina, Florida and Tennessee locations. Enjoy the festivities on Sunday, February 8, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m. Triangle Locations Brier Creek7981 Skyland Ridge Pkway, Raleigh, NC Cary2240 Walnut Street, Cary, NC Durham3911 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC Garner400 Conservation Road, Garner, NC North Raleigh4512 Falls of … [Read more...] about Super Bowl Parties at Carolina Ale House locations in NC

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