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Free fitness classes and events in the Triangle

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Get active with some of these free fitness events and classes in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. The opportunities include yoga classes, organized hikes, martial arts classes, and much more. Know of other free fitness classes? Let us know by emailing jody@triangleonthecheap.com and we'll add them to the list! We're adding new events every day. You might also be interested in: … [Read more...] about Free fitness classes and events in the Triangle

Harvest and Hornworm Festival at Duke Homestead State Historic Site

Duke Homestead State Historic Site, 2828 Duke Homestead Road in Durham, is hosting the Harvest and Hornworm Festival on Saturday, August 24th, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. The festival celebrates North Carolina's farming culture and history. Highlights are the looping contest, moon pie eating contest, and hornworm race. This event will feature live music, local arts and … [Read more...] about Harvest and Hornworm Festival at Duke Homestead State Historic Site

Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State with headliner Delta Rae

    Packapalooza is a huge, free, family-friendly block party welcoming the Wolfpack back to campus. It takes place on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, on Saturday, August 24th, 2019, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The headlining performer is Delta Rae.  The whole community is invited. The festival includes … [Read more...] about Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State with headliner Delta Rae

Storytime at Locopops Dessert Cafe

Locopops Dessert Cafe, at 2618 Hillsborough Road, Durham, offers more than just tasty treats and coffee. It hosts music jam sessions and other events as well. All are free to attend. Just pay for your popsicles, ice cream, baked goods or coffee. Here's what's coming up: Old Time Learning Jam Every Tuesday 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free This jam is focused on teaching and learning Old Time … [Read more...] about Storytime at Locopops Dessert Cafe

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Help Break Record for the World’s Longest Soul Train Line Dance

The City of Raleigh, in partnership with the African American Cultural Festival, is training its eyes at the Guinness World Record for the longest Soul Train Dance, and you can be a part of it. The current record is 426 people. On Saturday, August 24th, 2019, at 9 a.m., join the World's Longest Soul Train Line Dance at John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Blvd., … [Read more...] about Help Break Record for the World’s Longest Soul Train Line Dance

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8 big discounts on kids’ activities

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As the summer winds down if you're finding the kids are going a little bit stir crazy, here are some ways for them to burn off some energy in Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding areas, without burning through your cash. Included are deals on indoor rock climbing, trampoline parks and more. All deals are active at the time of this post, but might expire at any time, so don't … [Read more...] about 8 big discounts on kids’ activities

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Oktoberfest celebrations in the Triangle

In September and October, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and nearby areas in the Triangle will be bursting with Oktoberfest celebrations. You'll find them at breweries, restaurants, music venues and more. At some of these celebrations you can enjoy beer that's not available other times of years. You'll also find German-inspired music and dancing, bratwursts, wiener races, stein hoisting … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest celebrations in the Triangle

Free and cheap things to do Labor Day Weekend in the Triangle

If you're one of the lucky people with a long weekend away from work, here are some fun, free things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas on Labor Day Weekend, 2018. Make sure to follow the links to get the details on the times, locations, and other important information. Labor Day Weekend is from Friday, August 30th, 2019, to Monday, September 2nd. Here are some … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do Labor Day Weekend in the Triangle

Upcoming free and cheap events for kids

Find plenty of free and cheap things for kids to do in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill and beyond, on this list. Events for all age kids are included, from toddlers to teens, so make sure to follow the links to learn more about each event. You'll also find some events on this list that, while not specifically designed for kids, are kid-friendly and a great way to spend time with the whole … [Read more...] about Upcoming free and cheap events for kids

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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

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