Triangle's Train: New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, is offering free train rides to military service members for Veterans Day. The special ride takes place November 11, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Order a free ticket and bring your military ID or copy of your DD214 to the Ticket Office on the day of the event. Guests of the military service member can ride at regular … [Read more...] about Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway offering free rides for veterans and military service members Nov. 11
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CosPaws for a Cause: Pet Costume Contest & Fundraiser Oct. 30
CosPaws for A Cause is a community pet costume contest and fundraiser bringing together pets, creativity, and community to support a great cause. This inaugural event will benefit Tati, an individual facing serious medical challenges and mounting medical expenses while caring for her beloved pets. CosPaws for a Cause takes place Friday, October 30, 2026, at 4 p.m., at Forest Hills Park, 1639 … [Read more...] about CosPaws for a Cause: Pet Costume Contest & Fundraiser Oct. 30
Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides, and more fall farm activities in the Raleigh and Triangle area — updated for 2026
Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas are ready for fall and Halloween! Here's a list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, fall farm activities, and more for the 2026 season. Some of these are a little bit of a drive, and are in areas that we don't typically include in Triangle on the Cheap, but are worth checking out. The attractions on this list are family-friendly. Some attractions … [Read more...] about Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides, and more fall farm activities in the Raleigh and Triangle area — updated for 2026
Get ready! Pullen Park’s Holiday Express tickets go on sale Oct 15
Pullen Park Holiday Express, presented by WRAL, is back in December, 2026. Tickets will go on sale the morning of October 15, 2026, at 9 a.m. The tickets are being sold on Ticketmaster. For your best chance at getting tickets, go to the Ticketmaster page 10 minutes before 9 a.m., and make sure you're signed in to your Ticketmaster account and that you have a valid form of payment. We will add a … [Read more...] about Get ready! Pullen Park’s Holiday Express tickets go on sale Oct 15
Costume parties, parades and contests for dogs this Halloween in the Triangle
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Looking for somewhere to show off your pet’s Halloween costume? Bring your pup to one of these canine costume parties in the Triangle. These events are for 2026. Make sure to click on the links for all the details. Also, please keep checking back, because more will almost certainly be added. Halloween Costume Events for Dogs … [Read more...] about Costume parties, parades and contests for dogs this Halloween in the Triangle
Kick or Treat the Trail in Knightdale Oct. 30
The Town of Knightdale and Neuse River Futbol Alliance are hosting Kick or Treat the Trail on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. It will take place at Knightdale Station Park, 306 Knightdale Station Run, Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a free event. The festivities include: Costumes are welcome. … [Read more...] about Kick or Treat the Trail in Knightdale Oct. 30
Halloween Events in the Triangle – costume parties, ghost tours, more
Celebrate Halloween in the Triangle with Halloween movies, zombie walks, haunted tours, trunk or treat events, and more. Keep checking back, because we're adding more to the list every day! We're including events for both kids and adults. We focus on the "free and cheap" here on Triangle on the Cheap, so we're passing on the frightfully pricey events. Day by day list of Halloween events in … [Read more...] about Halloween Events in the Triangle – costume parties, ghost tours, more
Tricks for Treats at PetSmart Oct. 17 and 25
PetSmart announced on Facebook that all PetSmart stores will be hosting Tricks for Treats on October 17, and October 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Dress your pet (and yourself!) in costume and stop at treat stations throughout the store. Come celebrate Halloween with FREE swag, treats and a selfie station. In addition, meet the "spooky" pets (that creep, slither and crawl) on … [Read more...] about Tricks for Treats at PetSmart Oct. 17 and 25
Diwali Festival in Morrisville Oct. 17
The Town of Morrisville is presenting a Diwali celebration on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. It will take place at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina. (Please note the corrected date.) It's free to attend. The celebration includes: Schedule and Highlights 5 p.m. | Event Starts 6 p.m. | Welcome from Morrisville Town … [Read more...] about Diwali Festival in Morrisville Oct. 17
Town of Garner Diwali Celebration Oct. 16
Town of Garner's Diwali celebration takes place Friday, October 16, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event includes: Follow the Facebook event for updates. … [Read more...] about Town of Garner Diwali Celebration Oct. 16
