The Raleigh Fire Department and the Raleigh Police Department will face off on the ice in the Battle of the Badges at Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday, March 27, 2027. This game is FREE to watch, and parking at Lenovo will also be free. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the parking lots will be open at 4 p.m. for tailgating. The game will benefit two local … [Read more...] about Free Battle of the Badges Hockey Game Between Raleigh Police and Fire Departments March 27
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Raleigh Kidical Mass: Kid-focused group bike rides
Oaks & Spokes is hosting Kidical Mass -- family-friendly, kid-focused group bike rides. It's free to participate. At each of these rides, there will be a pre-ride party, and a midpoint stop to enjoy a sweet treat. You can see the route for each of these rides, and more information, here. Kidical Mass Bike Rides Friday, March 27, 20265:30 p.m.: Pre-ride party6 p.m.: Ride startsStart and … [Read more...] about Raleigh Kidical Mass: Kid-focused group bike rides
Landon Donovan is playing in TST — get your TST tickets for 10% off
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The Soccer Tournament is returning to Cary for the 4th year in a row! TST 2026 Dates: May 27 - June 1) Fans will experience three $1 million competitions featuring world-class athletes and celebrities, as well as TST's one-of-a-kind Global Soccer Festival featuring international food & beverage, meet & greets, live entertainment, and family fun for all! Use promo code TOTC10 for 10% off … [Read more...] about Landon Donovan is playing in TST — get your TST tickets for 10% off
Durham Bulls Fan Fest March 27 (free, but you need to reserve tickets)
Durham Bulls are hosting their Fan Fest on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event is free, but tickets are required and go quickly. Reserve your tickets now. Fan Fest Features Add-on opportunities include: … [Read more...] about Durham Bulls Fan Fest March 27 (free, but you need to reserve tickets)
Carolina Roller Derby Match on March 21: Pretty in Rink
Skaters from the Carolina Roller Derby home teams, the Dogwood Destroyers and the Box Turtle Bruisers, will compete in a match, Pretty in Rink, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 11 a.m. The match takes place at Wheels Durham, 715 N Hoover Road, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Kids get in for $6. Buy tickets here. They're getting glitzy and celebrating … [Read more...] about Carolina Roller Derby Match on March 21: Pretty in Rink
Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike
Raleigh Parks and Oaks and Spokes hold frequent Learn to Ride events. Registration is required. Volunteers will help participants gain a sense of balance and control on a bicycle, without training wheels, by using the balance bike method. A balance bike is a bike with the pedals removed, which allows riders to steady themselves using their feet. Participants ages 5+ are welcome. A balance … [Read more...] about Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike
Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a special swim event on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Homestead Aquatic Center, 300 Aquatic Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dive for Gold in the swimming pool and search for hidden gold coins. This event is for ages 3 to 10. Admission is $10 for Chapel Hill residents and $15 for non-residents. Register … [Read more...] about Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
NC State vs UNC Spring Volleyball Match
Have a fun day out at NC State, with a FREE spring volleyball exhibition between NC State and UNC Volleyball. The match takes place at Williams Neal Reynolds Coliseum, 2411 Dunn Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 1 p.m. … [Read more...] about NC State vs UNC Spring Volleyball Match
ParTee at Capital Marketplace: Free mini golf, arcade passes and pizza on March 14 — tickets required
For one morning only, ParTee Shack North Raleigh, 6321 Triangle Plantation Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is offering a chance to play for free. PartTee at Capital Marketplace takes place Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is FREE, but tickets are required. It's limited to 200 people. Walk-ins will not be admitted. You'll need to RSVP on Eventbrite and show your … [Read more...] about ParTee at Capital Marketplace: Free mini golf, arcade passes and pizza on March 14 — tickets required
Super Bowl watch parties, order-ahead feasts and game-day food deals
Looking for a place to watch Super Bowl in 2026 in the Triangle without spending a football field of money? Or do you want to watch from the comfort of home, but with great deals on food? We've put together a list of local Super Bowl watch parties, as well as a list of sports bars, and restaurants that are offering take-home feasts for Super Bowl Sunday. Plus some special food deals. So, read on … [Read more...] about Super Bowl watch parties, order-ahead feasts and game-day food deals
