Enjoy an iconic drive-in movie experience right in Raleigh! Triangle Cinemas and Drive-In is showing drive-in movies at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, every weekend. Gates open at 7 p.m., and the movie starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $11 for adults and $9 for children 12 and under (plus fees.) Triangle Cinemas and Drive-In Schedule: Learn more and buy tickets. … [Read more...] about Triangle Drive-In: A Minecraft Movie
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NCMA Family Movie Night: Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds on April 12
North Carolina Museum of Arts is hosting a Family Movie Night on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the SECU Auditorium in the East Wing. The movie is Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds. Tickets are $10 ($12.87 with fees when purchased online.) Tickets for museum members are $5. Tickets for children 6 and under are free. Purchase tickets here. North Carolina Museum of Art is at … [Read more...] about NCMA Family Movie Night: Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds on April 12
Grand Opening of The Makery at Boxyard RTP April 11
Celebrate the grand opening of The Makery at Boxyard by Kidzu Children's Museum, at 900 Park Office Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The Makery will be a hub for creativity and innovation, a place for upper elementary kids, tweens, and adults to dive into hands-on crafting, 3D printing, robotics, and more. Definitely check it out if you're into design thinking, upcycling, or digital … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of The Makery at Boxyard RTP April 11
Pullen Amusements extends hours for the spring — plus special activities Friday nights
Pullen Park Amusements, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, has started to stay open later for the spring, giving everyone more time to enjoy the carousel, playground and train ride. The new hours, which started March 21, 2025, are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the week. The train runs until sunset. In addition, there will be special entertainment on Friday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. … [Read more...] about Pullen Amusements extends hours for the spring — plus special activities Friday nights
Movie in the Park in Morrisville: Sing on April 11
Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is hosting Movie in the Park on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC. This is a free event. The movie will begin at 8 p.m., but it's recommended that you arrive early to grab a great spot. Bring a chair or blanket. The movie is Sing. The Snack Cabinet food truck will be … [Read more...] about Movie in the Park in Morrisville: Sing on April 11
Great deals on LEGO Star Wars sets for Star Wars Day
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May 4th, 2025, is Star Wars Day. (May the Fourth be with you!) There are lots of fun Star Wars Day events in the Triangle, including movies, costume parties and markets. Amazon has a number of LEGO Star Wars sets on sale right now! The current discount, at the time of this post, is generally 20%, but that can change at any time. The price can go up or down, or items can sell out. Here are … [Read more...] about Great deals on LEGO Star Wars sets for Star Wars Day
Library Fest with Durham County Library — North Carolina Edition April 7-12
Join Durham County Library in the community celebration of Library Fest. Taking place April 7 to 12, 2025, Library Fest will showcase the many diverse ways the library can be a part of your life. This year, the focus of Library Fest is North Carolina. Programs take place a variety of venues. The week-long celebration includes a variety of programs, including: Library Fest Events See the … [Read more...] about Library Fest with Durham County Library — North Carolina Edition April 7-12
Free Bike Workshop Series with Oaks and Spokes
Oaks and Spokes is hosting a free bike workshop series on the second Tuesday of each month at Raleigh Brewing, 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The workshops take place in January, February, March, and April, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 14th: Flat Repair and Demystifying Tubeless Tires In this workshop, learn how to change a flat tire on both your front and rear wheels. … [Read more...] about Free Bike Workshop Series with Oaks and Spokes
Carrboro Earth Day and Open Streets April 6
Carrboro, North Carolina, will celebrate Earth Day and Open Streets Open Streets on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. This combined celebration will bring people together for an afternoon of eco-friendly activities and outdoor fun. Enjoy a car-free Weaver Street as downtown Carrboro transforms into vibrant spaces for cycling, walking, and exploring green initiatives. The idea of … [Read more...] about Carrboro Earth Day and Open Streets April 6
UNC Science Expo April 5
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, in partnership with the students and faculty at UNC, celebrate science with our community — as a part of the North Carolina Science Festival. UNC Science Expo takes place Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This annual celebration of science … [Read more...] about UNC Science Expo April 5
