Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade is planned for Saturday, March 14, 2026. It starts at 10 a.m. and lasts about an hour and a half. This is a non-motorized parade. Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade Route The parade starts at 10 a.m. at Hillsborough Street and McDowell Street, heading west on Hillsborough Street. It then turns right on Glenwood Avenue, ending at W Lane Street. The official … [Read more...] about Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 14
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Lunar New Year Events with Wake County Public Libraries
Wake County Public Libraries is offering several programs to celebrate the Lunar New Year in 2026. Celebrate the year of the horse at one of these events! These are free events. Make sure to follow the link for additional details and to register, if required. Craft It: Chinese LanternsThursday, January 22, 20267 to 8 p.m.Morrisville Community Library310 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Events with Wake County Public Libraries
Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park Feb. 17
Celebrate Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a FREE, family-friendly event. Registration at above link is strongly recommended. The festivities include: … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park Feb. 17
Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2026 in the Triangle
If you’re planning for Valentine’s Day in the Triangle, check out our growing list of Valentine’s Day parties, markets, and gatherings of all kind. We’re not forgetting those among us who don’t have a romantic partner. Many of these ideas are perfect for enjoy with a friend, with family, or on your own. Follow the links for details, including addresses. Also, many events will require … [Read more...] about Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2026 in the Triangle
Valentine’s Date Night at Downtown Cary Park
Head to Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, for a Valentine's Date Night on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. There's no charge for the event. Celebrate love at this free Valentine’s Date Night in the Park! Perfect for couples looking for a cozy, creative evening out, this event offers arts & crafts activities to enjoy together, live music setting … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Date Night at Downtown Cary Park
Mardi Gras Live at Sports & Social in Cary Feb. 14
Sports & Social, 301 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Mardi Gras Live! on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The event features: More info in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Live at Sports & Social in Cary Feb. 14
My Bloody Valentine Market at Durham Central Park Feb. 14
M.I.N.E.(Minorities In Need of Each-other) is presenting My Bloody Valentine Market, an adult-only Valentine's Day market on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Free to attend. Ages 18+ only. Costumes are encouraged. … [Read more...] about My Bloody Valentine Market at Durham Central Park Feb. 14
How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
2026 is a big year for Friday the 13th. There will be three months that have a Friday the 13th -- February, March, and November. This is the maximum number of Friday the 13ths that are possible in one calendar year. So if you make it through February 13th unscathed, don't let down your guard. It will be back before you know it. There are a several origin stories that suggest why Friday the … [Read more...] about How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle
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No matter how you like to celebrate Mardi Gras, there's a party for you in the Triangle. Learn about a couple of the major events and then keep reading for a day by day list of Mardi Gras events that are free or cheap to attend in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Drinks are on you though! Fat Tuesday is on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, but events take place on other dates as well. We … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle
Monday Karaoke at The Northside District in Chapel Hill
Northside District, 403 W Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a bar and restaurant open every night from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. It hosts some events too. Recurring Events Both of these recurring events have been announced on Northside District's Facebook and Instagram pages, but please check to verify that there haven't been any changes. KaraokeMondays6 p.m.Free Terrible Trivia with … [Read more...] about Monday Karaoke at The Northside District in Chapel Hill
