If you're one of the lucky people with a long weekend away from work, here are some fun, free things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas on Labor Day Weekend, 2018. Make sure to follow the links to get the details on the times, locations, and other important information. Labor Day Weekend is from Friday, August 31st, 2018, to Monday, September 3rd. … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do Labor Day Weekend in the Triangle
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Sri Krishna Janmashtami–Hindu Festival in Hillsborough
Sri Krishna Janmashtami is an annual Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Krishna. The whole community is invited to a free celebration on Monday, September 3rd, 2018, from 4 p.m. to midnight, at Iskcon New Goloka, 1032 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough. * Spectacular Darshan Full Day (4:30pm to Midnight) * 12-Hour Non-Stop Kirtan (Noon to Midnight) * Maha Abhishek Ceremony (8pm) * … [Read more...] about Sri Krishna Janmashtami–Hindu Festival in Hillsborough
Haunted trails, pumpkin patches, corn mazes and fall activities in the Triangle 2018
Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas are ready for fall and Halloween! Here's a list of haunted trails, corn mazes, fall farm activities and more. Some of these are a little bit of a drive, and are in areas that we typically include in Triangle on the Cheap, but worth checking out. We've classified these attractions as either scary or not scary (or both.) This classification just … [Read more...] about Haunted trails, pumpkin patches, corn mazes and fall activities in the Triangle 2018
Didn’t get tickets to Pullen Park’s Holiday Express? Here are 9 other Christmas Trains in North Carolina
Tickets for Pullen Park's Holiday Express went on sale this morning (July 31st) and unless you were a (really) Early Bird and got a little lucky you probably left empty-handed. Triangle on the Cheap readers are saying that they sold out within 30 minutes. However, Pullen Park is not hosting the only Christmas train in the area. Here's a list of some of the other places you can take the kids to … [Read more...] about Didn’t get tickets to Pullen Park’s Holiday Express? Here are 9 other Christmas Trains in North Carolina
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Holiday Parade
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Holiday Parade will take place Saturday, December 8th, 2018. It will start at Morehead Planetarium at 10 a.m. and end at the Carrboro Town Hall at 12 p.m. The parade will feature marching bands, vocalists, decorated floats, youth group performances, elves, reindeer, candy canes and Santa Claus. More holiday events will be added soon: … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-Carrboro Holiday Parade
Festival for the Eno
The 39th Annual Festival for the Eno, on Wednesday, July 4th, 2018, and Saturday, July 7th, features more than 70 bands on 5 stages, as well as crafts and artisans. It takes place at West Point on the Eno, 5101 N Roxboro Rd, Durham. The festival is a 4th of July tradition in Durham. Tickets are $35 for both days, or $23 for a single day ticket. Single day tickets for kids age 13-17 are $11, … [Read more...] about Festival for the Eno
Triangle 4th of July fireworks, parades and celebrations
Find out about all the ways to celebrate Independence Day 2018 in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Enjoy fireworks, parades, festivals and more. Know of others that should be on this list? Email jody@triangleonthecheap.com. Also, have you subscribed by email? Your email address will never be shared, sold, or spammed. We're also on Facebook and Twitter. Tell your friends! And follow each … [Read more...] about Triangle 4th of July fireworks, parades and celebrations
7 food deals for 4th of July
As you plan your 4th of July festivities, keep in mind these restaurant freebies and deals. All specify "participating locations" so you might want to call ahead and verify before setting out. These deals are for 2018. Scroll down for a big list of 4th of July events. Hint: Some of them include free hot dogs or hamburgers! You might also be interested in: Free events this week Outdoor … [Read more...] about 7 food deals for 4th of July
Sleigh Rides and Cider at Historic Oak View County Park
Historic Oak View Park, 4028 Carya Dr, Raleigh, is hosting Sleigh Rides and Cider on Saturday, December 1st, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This is a free event and no reservations are required. This is a popular event and it's first-come, first-served. Here's what's you can do at the event: Ride in a horse-drawn carriage Enjoy hot apple cider and a cookie Games and activities … [Read more...] about Sleigh Rides and Cider at Historic Oak View County Park
Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park
Pumpkin Flotilla is an annual event at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. It will take place Friday, October 26th, 2018. Participants bring their carved pumpkins to the boathouse, and they set sail at twilight, around 6:30 p.m. Bring your carved pumpkin to the boathouse between 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Make sure they adhere to the guidelines below. Only 40 can be used. It's free to participate … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park
