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
Hillsborough
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
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
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk
The last Friday of every month, January through November, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. The activity takes place mostly on and around Churton Street, between West Margaret Lane and West Queen Street. You can … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk
Fun Triangle hikes with kids
While collecting our 15 Best Hikes in the Triangle, we noticed several that seemed perfect for families, with a mix of easy hikes, lively scenery, picnicking and playgrounds. That Makes Sense Interpretive Trail, Horton Grove Nature Preserve, Durham. Print out a scavenger hunt list from the website and fill it in as you follow the signs explaining how all animals, including people, use their … [Read more...] about Fun Triangle hikes with kids
