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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

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Best of summer · Kids

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

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

Bright Leaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 16

Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting several free or inexpensive events this summer. Bright Leaf Harvest DaySaturday, August 16, 202510 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Celebrate North Carolina farming culture and history at Duke Homestead! Duke Homestead will be harvesting their tobacco out of the field and demonstrating the process of tobacco looping. … [Read more...] about Bright Leaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 16

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Festival · Kids

Summer Slam Basketball Tournament in Apex — low-priced event with lots of free activities

The Town of Apex is hosting Summer Slam, a 3 vs 3 basketball tournament on July 26, 2025, from 11 a.m to 3 p.m., at John M. Brown Community Center, 53 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. The tournament is for ages 13+ (including adults) and costs just $50 per team. Make sure to secure your team's spot, as there is limited space. Age brackets: Potential prizes include exclusive Apex … [Read more...] about Summer Slam Basketball Tournament in Apex — low-priced event with lots of free activities

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Kids · Sports

Transform gamers into creators — Open House with Code Wiz, Durham, on June 22

Transform gamers into creators with Code Wiz. Code Wiz Durham, 7001 Fayetteville Road, Suite 133, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a free open house on Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. At this event, kids ages 6 to 17 will take part in hands-on coding activities and fun activities, including: … [Read more...] about Transform gamers into creators — Open House with Code Wiz, Durham, on June 22

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Kids · Learning

How to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in 2025

Free, nutritious meals are available to children up to age 18 this summer, through August, 2025. These programs, most of which are funded by the USDA, are available to all kids. There is no income requirement for the meals. The federal program is intended to fill the nutrition gap that can occur when school is not in session. We're listing a few different ways to find the free meal sites. Make … [Read more...] about How to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in 2025

Free Community Day at North Carolina Museum of Art June 21: “The Time Is Always Now”

North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a free family-friendly community day focusing on the exhibition "The Time Is Always Now" on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The special event takes place in the East Building and Museum Plaza. Enjoy free exhibition access and family-friendly tours, work on hands-on activities to create … [Read more...] about Free Community Day at North Carolina Museum of Art June 21: “The Time Is Always Now”

The Boulder Garden Solstice Festival June 21

The Boulder Garden, at 328 Roney Street, Durham, North Carolina, is a bouldering gym that combines bouldering, art, community building and environmental activism. The gym includes over 2,000 square feet of climbing terrain, a top-out section and outdoor event space. The Boulder Garden is celebrating solstice with a Garden Solstice Festival on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. … [Read more...] about The Boulder Garden Solstice Festival June 21

Zebulon Juneteenth Celebration June 19 and 21

The Town of Zebulon is celebrating Juneteenth in 2025 with two free events at Zebulon Community Center and Park. Juneteenth KickoffThursday, June 19, 20257 to 9 p.m.Zebulon Community Center301 S Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, North Carolina Local performers, music, kids' activities and educational experiences. Juneteenth CelebrationSaturday, June 21, 20254 to 7:30 p.m.Zebulon Community Park401 S … [Read more...] about Zebulon Juneteenth Celebration June 19 and 21

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