July starts off with a bang, but even after the fireworks end, there's plenty to do and celebrate in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle. Read on for a list of some of the top events in the Triangle in July. We focus on the "free and cheap" so many of these events will be easy on your wallet. July Highlights in the Triangle 4th of July Fireworks and … [Read more...] about Top things to do in July in the Triangle — big list of events!
Outdoors
Historic Oak County Park: children’s book readings and crafts
Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, is free to visit. The park is a 19th-century historic farmstead, with a mission to interpret North Carolina's agricultural heritage and rural history via educational programs, special events and exhibits. Several goats live at Historic Oak View County Park, which makes it a unique destination in Wake County. Historic Oak View … [Read more...] about Historic Oak County Park: children’s book readings and crafts
“Shell-a-Brate” World Turtle Day at Piedmont Wildlife Center May 23
Piedmont Wildlife Center, at Leigh Farm Park, 364 Leigh Farm Road, Durham, connects people and nature through outdoor camps, school programs and more. They care for a number of animal ambassadors, including snakes, owls, turtles, hawks, rabbits, and more. Here is an upcoming event: "Shell-a-Brate" World Turtle DayThursday, May 23, 20245:30 to 7 p.m.Free with suggested $10 donation Join … [Read more...] about “Shell-a-Brate” World Turtle Day at Piedmont Wildlife Center May 23
Haw River Festival May 4
Haw River Festival takes place Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Haywagon Stage at 1624 Jordan Drive, Saxapahaw, North Carolina. The address might show up on your GPS as in Graham, NC. Haw River Festival is the kickoff to this season's Saturdays in Saxapahaw concerts. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Besides the music, the festival … [Read more...] about Haw River Festival May 4
Partial Eclipse Viewing Party at Imagination Station, Wilson
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On April 8, 2024, we will experience a partial solar eclipse in North Carolina. At approximately 3:15 p.m. (depending where in the Triangle you are) there will be around 78% to 80% coverage. Imagination Station, at 224 Nash Street SE, Wilson, North Carolina, will hold an eclipse viewing event in its pollinator garden from 2:30 to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Make sure to use look at the sun … [Read more...] about Partial Eclipse Viewing Party at Imagination Station, Wilson
Celestial Celebration — Solar Eclipse Event at Raleigh-Cary Jewish Community Center
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The Raleigh-Cary JCC is hosting A Celestial Celebration -- a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party on Monday, April 8, 2024, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m., at David R. Kahn Community Campus, 12804 Norwood Road, Raleigh, NC. This free event is open to the public, but registration is required. The first 50 people to register get free solar eclipse glasses. Any remaining glasses will be distributed on a … [Read more...] about Celestial Celebration — Solar Eclipse Event at Raleigh-Cary Jewish Community Center
Solar Eclipse Viewing Parties in the Triangle
The April 8, 2024, solar eclipse will be a partial eclipse in Charlotte. Approximately 80% of the sun will be obscured by the moon for a few minutes. Learn all about the solar eclipse, including what it will look like in the Triangle. There will be many solar eclipse viewing parties in the Charlotte area, for those who would like to experience this rare phenomenon with the community. You'll … [Read more...] about Solar Eclipse Viewing Parties in the Triangle
Monarch Butterfly Eclipse — solar eclipse event at Museum of Life + Science
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Museum of Life + Science, at 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, has a special event planned for Solar Eclipse Day. Monarch Butterfly Eclipse takes place Monday, April 8, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m. The museum will be closed, but the event will take place on the south side of campus, and will be free to the public. The migratory route of Monarch Butterflies resembles the path of the … [Read more...] about Monarch Butterfly Eclipse — solar eclipse event at Museum of Life + Science
Free eclipse glasses at Warby Parker starting April 1
If you plan to watch the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, make sure you are prepared with eclipse glasses. You can not safely watch the eclipse with regular sunglasses. You'll immediately and permanently injure your eyes. The eclipse will be a partial eclipse in the Triangle. The moon will take a big "bite" out of the sun, but a sliver will still be visible. It will take place from around 1:57 … [Read more...] about Free eclipse glasses at Warby Parker starting April 1
Free Picnic Photoshoot with Southern Picnics at Dix Park’s Daffodil Field
Southern Picnics is offering a free picnic photo shoot at Dix Park's Daffodil Field on Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m. There's no cost for the photo shoot and no registration is required. You can take your own picture or bring a photographer of your choice. You'll have one to two minutes to take the pictures. The daffodils are in Flowers Field at Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, … [Read more...] about Free Picnic Photoshoot with Southern Picnics at Dix Park’s Daffodil Field
