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UPDATE: The "pay what you want" program is no longer in effect. Learn about the free days at museums all over the Triangle. More upcoming events and activities for kids in the Triangle … [Read more...] about “Pay What You Can” at Kidzu Children’s Museum — no longer in effect
Check out the new pump track at Martin Luther King Park, 1120 Hillsborough Road, Carrboro. Join members of the Carrboro Police Department on Saturday, February 29th, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and ride the track with them. The officers will be promoting bicycle safety and riding the track with participants. This is a free event. The event will be rescheduled if the track is … [Read more...] about Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
The museum is temporarily closed now. Please check back soon for updates. Museum of Life + Science, at 433 West Murray Avenue in Durham, is an interactive science park on 84 acres. It includes a two-story science center, a large butterfly conservatory, and 60 species of live animals in its outdoor exhibits. Admission is $21 for adults, $19 for seniors and military members, and $16 for kids … [Read more...] about Free admission to Museum of Life + Science to Durham residents on Community Days
The Triangle Formation Synchronized Ice Skating team will host the Triangle Formation + Friends Ice Show and U.S. Nationals Send Off on Saturday, February 22, 2020, from 9:15-10:15 a.m. at Polar Ice House at The Factory, 1839 S Main Street, Wake Forest. This is a free event. Enjoy fabulous skating from the Triangle Figure Skating Club members and the four Triangle Formation Synchronized Ice … [Read more...] about Triangle Formation + Friends Ice Show and U.S. National Championship Send Off
The Wake Forest Mardi Gras Festival will take place in downtown Wake Forest, on White Street, Saturday, February 22nd, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will include a parade, festival, kids' activities, and contests. Also, merchants will be offering discounts and activities throughout the day. Food trucks will be at the Fidelity Bank parking lot, 231 South White … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Mardi Gras Festival
Update: The Kite Festival has been canceled for 2020. The Town of Cary's annual Kite Festival will take place Saturday, October 17th, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at WakeMed Soccer Park, 201 Soccer Park Road. You might also be interested in: Calendar of Triangle events Free things to do this week Subscribing to Triangle on the Cheap's emails Free and cheap events for … [Read more...] about Canceled: Annual Kite Festival in Cary
This event was postponed. Live & Local Spring Fest is presented by Artsplosure in partnership with Live It Up! Hillsborough Street. This spring celebration is your chance to join your community in celebrating the unique art, music, food and beer of North Carolina. Enjoy an afternoon of performances on the Main Stage, a Kids' Zone with performances and craft activities for the youngest … [Read more...] about Live & Local Spring Fest on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and Jordan Lake State Park present Family Fishing Fiesta on Sunday, April 19th, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jordan Lake State Park, White Oak Recreation Center, on White Oak Beach Road in Apex. This free event will give families a chance to enjoy bank fishing, plus a bunch of hands-on activities. You don't need a fishing license to fish at this … [Read more...] about Family Fishing Fiesta at Jordan Lake State Park
The 7th annual Wake Forest Dirt Day takes place Saturday, April 4th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., along South White Street in downtown Wake Forest. This popular festival is a celebration of the outdoors and spring. There will be activities for adults and kids. Some of what is going on: Check back soon for details. … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Dirt Day April 4
UPDATE: The Lightup Festival has been canceled. Here's the statement from the organizer: The Chinese New Year Celebration in Raleigh has also been canceled. The Chinese School at Chapel Hill is presenting Lightup Festival on Sunday, February 2nd, 2020, from 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 140 W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill. Celebrate the Year of the Rat at this free event. The Lightup … [Read more...] about Lightup Festival in Chapel Hill has been canceled
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