Geek and Grub Market is a celebration of all things geek! Play giant games, eat great food, and purchase geeky items from an array of local geek-themed artisans. This themed monthly market, which is presented by the folks at Triangle Game Night, is free to attend. Each market features 30+ geeky vendors, giant games, food trucks, and fun competitions. The events are free to attend. Geek … [Read more...] about Apex Geek & Grub Market — Love, Rainbow & Unicorn Edition June 14
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Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events
The Towns of Chapel Hill and Carrboro are joining together, along with Orgullo Latinx, to celebrate Small Town Pride during June, which is Pride Month. During this time, there will be several events to celebrate and embrace diversity. Chapel Hill Pride! PromenadeSaturday, June 7, 202512 to 3 p.m. Wear your colors. Wave your flag. Walk with Pride. This celebratory march starts at Peace & … [Read more...] about Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events
Father’s Day Picnic & Tournament of Dads at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery June 14 (and more)
Mystic Farm & Distillery is set on a 22-acre farm at 1413 Stallings Road, Durham, NC, just minutes from Downtown Durham and North Raleigh. It's a home-grown operation: they grow their own wheat and corn to distill and barrel in their 3000 square foot distillery. They've got bee hives on the farm producing honey. You can find Mystic's upcoming events by following their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Father’s Day Picnic & Tournament of Dads at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery June 14 (and more)
Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park in Wake Forest: Moana June 14
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is presenting Family Movies at Joyner Park once a month from May to August, 2025. The movie are free to attend and you don't have to make a reservation. Vendors might be selling food. You're also welcome to bring your own food. No alcohol is allowed. Please bring your blanket and/or chairs. Pre-show children's activities … [Read more...] about Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park in Wake Forest: Moana June 14
Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 14
The Annual Triangle Community Band Festival will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Multiple food trucks will be on site. Admission is free. The concert will feature five regional community bands: Food vendors: Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. All bands will play an encore together. … [Read more...] about Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 14
Live Irish Music at Red Moose Brewing Company in Pittsboro, more
Red Moose Brewing Company, at 90 East Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is a family-owned and owned brewery. Its mission is to create and share a warm and welcoming environment that's kid and pet friendly, while brewing high-quality craft beer using locally sourced ingredients. It's located in the heart of downtown Pittsboro, near the historic courthouse, and features a back deck and patio … [Read more...] about Live Irish Music at Red Moose Brewing Company in Pittsboro, more
How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
Friday the 13th doesn’t come around often. It does happen at least once every year, and sometimes more than once. In 2025, it happens just once, in June. If you make it through this Friday the 13th with your luck intact, you're safe until February 13, 2026. There are a several origin stories that suggest why Friday the 13th is considered unlucky, but it's not all bad. Here are 13 things to do … [Read more...] about How to Spend Friday the 13th in the Triangle
Chipotle marks Friday the 13th with buy-one-get-one deal, if you’re “tatted like a Chipotle bag”
On June 13, 2025, Chipotle is celebrating Friday the 13th with a special buy-one-get-one free entrée from 3 to 4 p.m. for all who are "tatted like a Chipotle bag." See examples below. Only customers with permanent tattoos, temporary tattoos or drawn on designs are eligible for the buy-one-get-one deal. The BOGO offer is limited to one per “tattooed” customer — for dine-in only. The BOGO offer … [Read more...] about Chipotle marks Friday the 13th with buy-one-get-one deal, if you’re “tatted like a Chipotle bag”
Krispy Kreme on Friday the 13th: Dozen Doughnuts for 13¢
If you're a Krispy Kreme fan, then Friday the 13th (June 13, 2025) is your lucky day! Buy any dozen and get a Original Glazed Dozen for 13¢. The Friday the 13th deal is part of Krispy Kreme's "14 Days of Glazed" promotion. Participating stores only. Krispy Kreme Shops in the Triangle Raleigh - Person Street549 N. Person StreetRaleigh, NC Knightdale - Shoppes of Midway6727 … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme on Friday the 13th: Dozen Doughnuts for 13¢
Orange County Juneteenth Celebration: Where Freedom Gathers, We Rise June 13
The Orange County Juneteenth Celebration: When Freedom Gathers, We Rise, takes place Friday, June 13, 2025, at multiple locations in Hillsborough, North Carolina. All the events are free and open to all. This full-day event honors the legacy of emancipation and the strength of African American families through three unique sessions. Celebrate Juneteenth in Orange County with music, … [Read more...] about Orange County Juneteenth Celebration: Where Freedom Gathers, We Rise June 13
