Celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2026 in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas at one of these events. We will be adding to this list all the time and expect it to grow a lot by St. Patrick's Day. When is St. Patrick's Day 2026? St. Patrick's Day is Tuesday, March 17, 2026, but many events take place the prior weekend. A huge favorite is back this year -- the Raleigh St. Patrick's … [Read more...] about 40+ St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the Triangle 2026
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Spring Eggstravaganza in Garner March 28
Garner Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources is hosting a Spring Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Barner, North Carolina. This is a free event. The event includes: Make sure to bring your camera or phone for the Easter Bunny pictures. The egg hunts are for kids ages 0-12: Pets are not allowed at this … [Read more...] about Spring Eggstravaganza in Garner March 28
Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations in the Triangle
This year marks the 56th anniversary of Earth Day. There are many ways to celebrate Earth Day in the Triangle in 2026, including festivals, tree giveaways, and much more. Keep reading for a list of Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations. History of Earth Day In early 1969, there was a huge oil spill near Santa Barbara, California, dumping around 100,000 barrels of crude oil into the channel … [Read more...] about Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations in the Triangle
Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at Fenton, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. The celebration takes place by Paragon Theaters. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a special swim event on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Homestead Aquatic Center, 300 Aquatic Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dive for Gold in the swimming pool and search for hidden gold coins. This event is for ages 3 to 10. Admission is $10 for Chapel Hill residents and $15 for non-residents. Register … [Read more...] about Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
Three Egg Hunts with Durham Parks and Recreation
Durham Parks and Recreation is offering several Easter Egg Hunts for 2026. Read on to learn about each one. Spring Egg DiveSunday, March 22, 20263 to 5 p.m.Campus Hills Pool2000 S. Alston Avenue, Durham$6 for Durham residents; $11 for non-residents It's an Eggstravaganza! Dive, splash, and swim for eggs and win prizes at the Spring Egg Dive event. All swim levels are welcome and life vests … [Read more...] about Three Egg Hunts with Durham Parks and Recreation
3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing Cary on March 22: Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny, more…
Socks Off Entertainment is presenting the 3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing on Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Fortnight Brewing Cary, 1006 Southwest Maynard Road, Cary, North Carolina. This event is FREE, but registration is required for the Easter Egg Hunt. Register here. Look for updates on the Facebook event. This event features an Easter Egg Hunt for ages 0-12, … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing Cary on March 22: Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny, more…
Free Easter Bunny pictures at Bass Pro Shops
The Easter Bunny is coming to Bass Pro Shops in 2026, and we've got the details! The Easter Bunny will be at Bass Pro Shops in Cary, NC and Garner, NC March 21 and 22, and March 28 to April 5, 2026, for free pictures. Hours for Easter Bunny at Bass Pro Shops in 2025 Times may vary. The Easter Bunny may take breaks throughout these time periods. Reservations open on March 14, … [Read more...] about Free Easter Bunny pictures at Bass Pro Shops
Free Easter Bunny Pictures in the Triangle
If you'd like a picture of your child (or yourself!) with the Easter Bunny, you do not have to pay for expensive mall pictures! There are many opportunities for FREE pictures with the Easter Bunny in the Triangle. You'll find events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and the rest of the Triangle. At most of these events you'll take the picture yourself, but there are also a few with a … [Read more...] about Free Easter Bunny Pictures in the Triangle
Create a literary marshmallow peeps diorama for Orange County Public Library’s contest
Orange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All entries need to be based on a book and family-friendly. All ages are welcome to enter! Entry Categories: Youth, Teen, Adult, and Family. Entries will be judged … [Read more...] about Create a literary marshmallow peeps diorama for Orange County Public Library’s contest
