This list is a combination of in-person and virtual events that are happening in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, plus surrounding areas, this week, from Monday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much more. We focus on free and cheap events, but, of course, the definition of … [Read more...] about 152 free and cheap things to do this week in the Triangle
Durham County
15 best hikes in the Triangle
It's free, it's healthy, it's a natural antidepressant -- what's not to like about hiking? The Triangle area has networks of trails in easy reach, for all levels of ability. Several local trails are part of the larger Mountains-to-Sea network. Here are some favorites: Cary hikes Hemlock Bluffs Four trails, all around a mile long. Hemlock Bluffs houses a rare stand of Piedmont … [Read more...] about 15 best hikes in the Triangle
Free Children’s Choir Online Workshop with North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir
North Carolina Boys Choir and Girls Choir are offering a FREE online choir workshop for all children in the community, age 7-14. The workshop will take place on ZOOM on Saturday, January 23rd, 2021, from Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Girls and Boys from the Triangle area of North Carolina(ages 7-14) will have an opportunity to work with Professional Staff of the North Carolina Boys … [Read more...] about Free Children’s Choir Online Workshop with North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir
Durham Farmers’ Market: Pre-Thanksgiving Market
Durham Farmers' Market, at 501 Foster Street in Durham, is Durham's largest farmers' market. It's open Saturdays all year, and also Wednesdays from mid-April to mid-October. Scroll down for upcoming special events. Also, please check out our big list of farmers' markets throughout the Triangle. Summer Saturday hours (April through November 21, 2020): Saturdays 8 a.m. to 12 … [Read more...] about Durham Farmers’ Market: Pre-Thanksgiving Market
12 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2020
Summer is a little bit different this year. A lot of the summer break activities that we usually list are not available this summer. But here are some ideas of ways to still have fun. Can you think of more things to do this strange summer? Let us know! We will be updating this list regularly, as the restrictions change. Have you subscribed to Triangle on the Cheap by email? It's the best way … [Read more...] about 12 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2020
Nasher Museum of Art
Update: The Nasher Museum is temporarily closed. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, offers free admission on Thursdays. It also hosts some free events. Normally admission is: $7 Adults $5 Seniors (65 and older) $4 Non-Duke students with student ID FREE ADMISSION FOR: Nasher Museum members Children 17 and under Duke students, faculty … [Read more...] about Nasher Museum of Art
Third Friday Durham: explore art and music
Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. This is a great time to check out the new and continuing exhibits. Musicians and other entertainers busk on the sidewalks (moving inside during inclement weather) and many artists open their studios to visitors. It's also a good time to check out shops and to try out a new … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham: explore art and music
Play music with Northgate Jams every Wednesday
Northgate Jams is an acoustic jam session that takes place every Wednesday, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Northgate Mall, 1058 West Club Boulevard in Durham. It's free and everyone is invited. The jam session takes place in space 134, across from Ashley Stewart. It's in the space that used to be Chick-fil-A, now referred to by the group as Pick-fil-A. Here's a directory of the mall. Follow the … [Read more...] about Play music with Northgate Jams every Wednesday
Winter Food Truck Rodeo in Durham Central Park features 40+ food trucks
Durham Central Park’s Food Truck Rodeos take place five times a year on Sunday afternoons. Dozens of the Triangle's most popular food trucks gather. It's free to attend. Just pay for what you want to eat. You'll also find locally-brewed craft beer and live music. Dogs are allowed at the Food Truck Rodeo if they're on non-retractable leashes. Durham Central Park is at 501 Foster … [Read more...] about Winter Food Truck Rodeo in Durham Central Park features 40+ food trucks
Tasting at Ten: Free tasting and tour at Counter Culture Coffee HQ
Counter Culture Coffee Headquarters and Training Center, 812 Mallard Avenue in Durham, invites the public to Tasting at Ten, a free coffee tasting session, every Friday at 10 a.m. Follow the above link and you'll see an Eventbrite link to each week's tasting for you to register at. Each week Counter Culture Coffee will choose a coffee or coffees to feature and a complementary brewing method to … [Read more...] about Tasting at Ten: Free tasting and tour at Counter Culture Coffee HQ
