There's lots of fun packed into the 28 days of February, 2026! Plan your month with this list of the top things to do this February in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle. We are highlighting several major events (or groups of events) this month. After the highlights, check out the full calendar of February events. Of course, we focus on the "free and cheap" here, … [Read more...] about February in the Triangle — the top things to do in the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Wendy’s: $3 key tag gets free Jr. Frosty throughout 2026
Want to get FREE Jr. Frostys at Wendy's throughout 2026? If you enjoy a little sweet treat with your meal (or just as a snack), you’ll definitely want to snag one of the chain’s popular key tags. Purchase a 2026 Frosty Key Tag for just $3 and enjoy a FREE Jr. Frosty with any purchase every time you visit Wendy’s — through December 31, 2026. All you have to do is flash your key tag at checkout … [Read more...] about Wendy’s: $3 key tag gets free Jr. Frosty throughout 2026
Black History Month events at Downtown Cary Park
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting several Black History Month events in February of 2026. Read on to learn about each of them. Cooking Demo: SoulFULL CelebrationsFriday, February 6, 20266 to 8 p.m.Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, NCAcademy PavilionFree (Registration required) Chef Amelia Irene will demonstrate how to bring nostalgia to … [Read more...] about Black History Month events at Downtown Cary Park
National Frozen Yogurt Day deals Feb 6
Friday, February 6th, 2026, is National Frozen Yogurt Day. Read on to learn about some of the special deals to satisfy your sweet tooth. Menchie's Menchie's: Menchie's is offering Buy One, Get One Free frozen yogurt, with toppings, on Friday, February 6, 2026. Valid at participating locations all day. The complimentary cup must be of equal or lesser value. Plus, mySmileage rewards members … [Read more...] about National Frozen Yogurt Day deals Feb 6
Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe Feb. 6
Once a month, N.C. Museum of Natural sciences holds a free event for teens, Teen Science Café. These events usually take place the first Friday of the month (with a couple of exceptions; see below) during the school year, from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Daily Planet Cafe, the coffee shop within the Nature Research Center, at 121 W Jones Street, Raleigh. Each cafe will includes a science … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe Feb. 6
Liberation Listening Session with Education Justice Alliance Feb. 7
Liberation Listening Session is a free event on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Education Justice Alliance Hub, 202 N Tarboro street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Listen to music that tells our stories and moves our souls. Celebrate the soundtrack of generations! Join us as we honor the powerful legacy of Black music with a listening session. We will start with the rhythms of … [Read more...] about Liberation Listening Session with Education Justice Alliance Feb. 7
30 community bands, orchestras and choirs in the Triangle — learn how you can participate
The Triangle is home to a large number of community bands, orchestras and choirs. The membership varies. Some are made up of professional or almost-professional musicians, and some are open to anyone with an interest in performing. There are community bands, orchestras and choruses in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Pittsboro, Smithfield and more. Whether you've performed professionally … [Read more...] about 30 community bands, orchestras and choirs in the Triangle — learn how you can participate
Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 mile south of I-40 Exit 274. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Enjoy fabulous Greek food and scrumptious … [Read more...] about Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
The Krispy Kreme Challenge was started by NC State students with a passion for running and for doughnuts. The race puts your stomach, not just your legs, to the test. As they say, it is a "unique challenge of both athletic and gastrointestinal skill." The Krispy Kreme Challenge requires participants to run 2.5 miles, starting at the Memorial Belltower on the NC State campus, at 2011 … [Read more...] about The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
Chili Cookoff at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery Feb. 7, 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 Chili Cookoff at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery Feb. 7, and more…
