Plan your week on the cheap in the Triangle with this list of free things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas. This list goes from Monday, August 19th, to Sunday, August 25th, 2019. Triangle on the Cheap has a lot of ideas for free and cheap things to do, so make sure to subscribe by email. Your email address will never be shared, sold, or spammed. We're also on Facebook … [Read more...] about 116 free things to do this week in the Triangle
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Free: Beer & Banjos music series at Raleigh Times Bar
Every Tuesday, from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Raleigh Times Bar, at 14 East Hargett Street in Raleigh, hosts Beer and Banjos, a free music series that features acoustic music in the folk, bluegrass, Americana and traditional varieties. Local and regional artists will perform. Beer and Banjos is hosted by Hank Smith. Click on the Facebook events, below, to learn more about the upcoming … [Read more...] about Free: Beer & Banjos music series at Raleigh Times Bar
15 Things to See and Do at First Friday Gallery Walk in Raleigh August 2
The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food during its First Friday Gallery Walk. The event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., but venues' hours may vary. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative art venues and more. Museums stay open late on the first Friday of the month. Live music is plentiful and many restaurants … [Read more...] about 15 Things to See and Do at First Friday Gallery Walk in Raleigh August 2
Final Friday Cary Art Loop features fire spinning, live music, more
The final Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., downtown Cary showcases its artists and musicians during Final Friday Cary Art Loop. Visit art galleries and enjoy live performances. The Cary Art Loop Facebook page is updated frequently with information about the events. Scroll down for an interactive map of all the participating venues. Several venues are "entertainment hubs." Look … [Read more...] about Final Friday Cary Art Loop features fire spinning, live music, more
23 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2019
Ready to pack up the kids and go find some summertime fun? Here's a quick list of free and cheap things in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond, to get your feet wet. 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 and Twitter. What else should be on this list? Let us know and we might … [Read more...] about 23 free and cheap things for kids to do in the Triangle during summer break 2019
Cary Downtown Chowdown Food Truck Rally
Cary's Downtown Chowdown brings food and entertainment to Downtown Cary. The next two are Sunday, April 14th, 2019, and Sunday, July 14th, 2019, from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. They'll take place on Academy Street, between Dry Avenue and Waldo Street. Here's a map of the food trucks that will be at the July 14th Downtown Chowdown. Some of the food vendors: Cousin's Maine Lobster Queso … [Read more...] about Cary Downtown Chowdown Food Truck Rally
35 Triangle Farmer’s Markets
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Open Garden Day at Juniper Level Botanic Garden at JC Raulston Arboretum
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a living laboratory for research. It's free to visit. The Arboretum hosts many events and activities. Some are free and some have a cost associated with them. The cost for many events is low, $5, … [Read more...] about Open Garden Day at Juniper Level Botanic Garden at JC Raulston Arboretum
Watermelon Day at State Farmers Market in Raleigh–largest watermelon contest
State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street in Raleigh, includes 30,000 square feet for North Carolina farmers to sell fresh produce. It's open every day: Monday thru Saturday 5:00am - 6:00pm Sundays 8:00am - 6:00pm In addition, there are three restaurants, the Market Grill, Seafood Restaurant and State Farmers Market Restaurant. The market hosts many events through the year, … [Read more...] about Watermelon Day at State Farmers Market in Raleigh–largest watermelon contest
Free guided tours of North Carolina State Capitol every Saturday
The State Capitol, at One East Edenton Street, is open for free guided and self-guided tours. Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour any time between around 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday. Free guided tours are offered on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. You don't have to make a reservation. Just walk in the front of the building, … [Read more...] about Free guided tours of North Carolina State Capitol every Saturday
