National Night Out is a national community-building event that takes place the first Tuesday in August. (Although not all the National Night Out events happen that day.) National Night Out started in 1984, and now takes place in 16,000 communities. Events are held all over the country to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement. At National Night Out events, you'll … [Read more...] about National Night Out Celebrations in the Triangle
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Free Yoga on Tuesdays at Frontier RTP
Frontier RTP, at 800 Park Office Drive, Durham, is a place for creative freelancers, startups, STEM professionals and emerging companies. The multi-building campus offers free co-working and meeting rooms, as well as a million square feet of private offices. Frontier RTP hosts many free events, both in-person and virtual. Here are some that are coming up. Please follow each link to learn more … [Read more...] about Free Yoga on Tuesdays at Frontier RTP
Fuquay-Varina Pride Celebration June 28
Fuquay-Varina Pride is presenting a celebration on June 28, 2025, as well as several other events that day. Read on to learn about each event. Fuquay-Varina Pride Fuquay-Varina Pride Story TimeSaturday, June 28, 20259:30 to 10 a.m.Falcon Park105 Falcon Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NCFree The Strut: Fuquay-Varina PrideSaturday, June 28, 202510 to 11 a.m.Falcon Park105 Falcon Drive, … [Read more...] about Fuquay-Varina Pride Celebration June 28
Durham Refugee Day Festival June 21
Durham Refugee Day is a community-wide event that celebrates the contributions and cultures of our refugee and immigrant neighbors. This is a free family-friendly festival with live music, community education booths, activities for kids and food vendors from around the world. Durham Refugee Day takes place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 3 to 6 p.m., at the Farmers Market Pavilion at Durham … [Read more...] about Durham Refugee Day Festival June 21
Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise
Stonehenge, near Salisbury, England, is probably the world's most recognizable prehistoric monument. The earliest structures are pits that appear to have held large pine totem-pole like posts, erected between 8500 and 7000 BC. The stones that we know today were set up around 2500 BC, and were arranged in the iconic circle around 200 or 300 years later. The largest of Stonehenge stones are 30 … [Read more...] about Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise
10 botanical gardens to visit in the Triangle, including a map
The Triangle is home to several very different botanical gardens, each with its own feel and focus. Some are sprawling research gardens that are part of major universities, while some are compact gems. What they all have in common is that they provide a peaceful, relaxing experience and a way to connect with nature. All are free to visit. Whether you're interested in getting ideas for your … [Read more...] about 10 botanical gardens to visit in the Triangle, including a map
Summer Solstice Sunrise Yoga at Dix Park June 20, and more…
Dorothea Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, is hosting a number of diverse activities, for both adults and kids. Many of the events are free. Also, most require pre-registration. Read on to learn all about Dorothea Dix Park, and then to see the upcoming events. Follow the links to register. All of the events and activities are free! Read on for more information about Dix Park, or jump to … [Read more...] about Summer Solstice Sunrise Yoga at Dix Park June 20, and more…
Treat Dad to Father’s Day dine-in and to-go meals in the Triangle, 2025
Celebrate Father's Day with a tasty meal! Father's Day is Sunday, June 15, 2025. We're putting together a list of restaurants in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and other parts of the Triangle for Father's Day meals ranging from brunch to dinner. We're including restaurants with a variety of price points. We're including restaurants where you can dine-in, but also restaurants that are offering … [Read more...] about Treat Dad to Father’s Day dine-in and to-go meals in the Triangle, 2025
Open House and Native Plant Sale at Simple Gifts Community Garden
Simple Gifts Community Garden, 3109 Tingen Road, Apex, North Carolina, is hosting an open house on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This event is free to attend and includes garden tours, kids' activities and refreshments. As part to the event, South Wake Conservationists will be there with a big native plant sale. Most plants are in quart containers, with a few in pint … [Read more...] about Open House and Native Plant Sale at Simple Gifts Community Garden
Free events with Bike Durham during Bike Month
Bike Durham is an organization devoted to making Durham more bike friendly. May is Bike Month, nationwide, and Bike Durham and partners are planning lots of events. Bike Month in Durham Check out the Bike Month calendar for a full list of Bike Month events in Durham. You will also find them on Bike Durham's Facebook page. We are highlighting just a few of them below. Full Moon Fever … [Read more...] about Free events with Bike Durham during Bike Month