Town of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting Open Chapel Hill Day on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a town-wide open house featuring facility tours, fun activities, and a chance to meet Town staff. Anyone is welcome to participate at their own pace. You can start at any one of the seven Town of Chapel Hill locations. When you get there, you’ll pick up a passport … [Read more...] about Open Chapel Hill Day June 28 — facility tours and activities
Kids
Smithfield River Rat Regatta August 9
The Smithfield River Rat Regatta on the Neuse is scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 10 a.m. Rain date is August 23. This is your chance to test your boat-making skills in a race on the Neuse River! Spots are limited. Participants may pre-register at Smithfield Parks & Recreation Department (600 M Durwood Stephenson Pkway., Smithfield, NC 27577) up until Thursday, August 7th. … [Read more...] about Smithfield River Rat Regatta August 9
Kids Eat Free Deals in the Triangle — organized by the day of week
Save money every day by knowing where the “kids eat free” deals are in the Triangle. We verified every one of these deals in 2025, but they can change their deals at any time. Also, in many cases there are several locations of a restaurant, and when we call them we sometimes get varying information. And finally, it’s possible that the person who gave us the information wasn’t 100% sure of … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Free Deals in the Triangle — organized by the day of week
An Evening in the Garden at Apex Nature Park Pollinator Garden June 26
Celebrate Pollinator Week at An Evening in the Garden at Apex Nature Park Pollinator Garden, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. This free event takes place Thursday, June 26, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free event features: … [Read more...] about An Evening in the Garden at Apex Nature Park Pollinator Garden June 26
24 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2025
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Ready to have some fun? Here's a list of free and inexpensive things for kids to do during summer break of 2025. Have you subscribed to Triangle on the Cheap by email? It's the best way to stay up to date on the free and cheap goings-on. Also, follow us on Facebook. What else should be on this list? Let us know and we might add it! Also, make sure to check out list of summer camps in the … [Read more...] about 24 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2025
Summer Concert Series at Waverly Place: North Tower Band June 25
Waverly Place, 575 New Waverly Place in Cary, is presenting a Summer Concert Series every Wednesday in June, 2025. The concerts feature fun, high-energy bands. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. There will also be kids' activities at each event. Wine and beer will be available for purchase. Coolers and outside alcohol are not permitted. Schedule … [Read more...] about Summer Concert Series at Waverly Place: North Tower Band June 25
Flashback Flicks: free outdoor movies at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, on the Duke University campus, is hosting a summer outdoor movie series. The series celebrates the college experience with heartwarming films about determinatoin, humor and unforgettable friendships. The events take place at 8 p.m. every Wednesday in June, 2025 on Terrace on the Green. 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, North Carolina. The films are free and open … [Read more...] about Flashback Flicks: free outdoor movies at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Wake Forest Pride Events: Sound Bath and Pride Family Picnic
Wake Forest Price is holding the 2nd Wake Forest Pride Fest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Downtown Wake Forest, East Owen Avenue and Brooks Street. This is a free, family-friendly event with live music, food trucks, a kid zone and more. Although the main festival is in October, Wake Forest Pride does have several events planned for Pride Month (June, 2025.) You … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Pride Events: Sound Bath and Pride Family Picnic
Free kids’ movies this summer at Triangle Cinemas
Triangle Cinemas, at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is showing kids' movies for FREE this summer. The free movies take place from Tuesday to Thursday, plus three Fridays, from June 24 to August 15, 2025. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. and the movies start at 10 a.m. No outside food or drink permitted, but discounted Kid Combos are available. Summer 2025 Schedule … [Read more...] about Free kids’ movies this summer at Triangle Cinemas
Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, 10600 Common Oaks Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting free family movies this summer. The program runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from June 24 to August 13, 2025. On each day you'll get the choice of two movies at 9:30 a.m. Here's what's playing at Marquee Cinemas: … [Read more...] about Free summer movie program for kids at Marquee Wakefield 12
