If you prefer to drink your coffee in the company of several curious, adorable, adoptable cats, you'll feel right at home at one of the Triangle's cat cafés. You'll find them in Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest and Fuquay-Varina. Cat cafés have surged in popularity lately and they're a win/win. If you just need a dose of feline companionship you can get that. But the cats are adoptable, and … [Read more...] about Four Cat Cafés in the Triangle — Raleigh, Chapel Hill, more…
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Soccer Shots Free Fun Day on July 26
Soccer Shots is holding a Free Fun Day for kids ages 2 to 8 years old on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 9 to 11 a.m., at WakeMed Soccer Park (field 8), 101 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, North Carolina. The Free Fun Day includes: Registration is required. … [Read more...] about Soccer Shots Free Fun Day on July 26
Cinnaholic: $2 Old Skool Rolls on July 16
Cinnaholic is celebrating its 15th birthday on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, by offering Old Skool Rolls for $2. Limit one $2 roll per person. In-store only. Not valid with online or third party delivery orders. The Old Skool Roll is made with vanilla frosting only. Changing the frosting or adding toppings makes it a custom roll, which is full price. The special promotion was announced on … [Read more...] about Cinnaholic: $2 Old Skool Rolls on July 16
Stargazing from Willard Rooftop August 13
The Willard Rooftop Lounge, on the top of AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown, at 9 Glenwood Avenue, offers craft cocktails, beer wine, little and bigger bites, and a stunning view of Downtown Raleigh. It hosts events on its rooftop. You can see the upcoming events on its website and Facebook page. Here are some... Community & Cocktails: An Evening of Music and PhilanthropyWednesday, May 28, … [Read more...] about Stargazing from Willard Rooftop August 13
North Carolina State Fair Oct. 16 to 26 — everything you need to know!
Mark your calendar! The North Carolina State Fair will take place October 16 to 26, 2025. Read on to learn how to save money and to learn about some of special features of the Fair. The N.C. State Fair takes place at the N. C. State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. What's New? Check back soon for new foods and features in 2025. Daily Schedule Plan your outing … [Read more...] about North Carolina State Fair Oct. 16 to 26 — everything you need to know!
National Hot Dog Day Deals July 16
National Hot Dog Day is Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Learn about some of the popular hot dog restaurants in the Triangle, as well as some special deals for National Hot Dog Day. Please keep checking back! And if you know of a great National Hot Dog Day deal,let us know at info@triangleonthecheap.com, and we will try to add it to the list! If you run a local hot dog business, I'd especially love to … [Read more...] about National Hot Dog Day Deals July 16
Free fans from Orange County Department of Aging July 17
The Orange County Department of Aging is giving away free fans on Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. To receive a free fan you must be age 60+ or have a disability. Fans can not be reserved and must be picked up in person. Fans will be available while supplies last. These fan giveaway events have taken place … [Read more...] about Free fans from Orange County Department of Aging July 17
National Hot Dog Day Celebration at State Farmers Market — free Bright Leaf samples!
State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a National Hot Dog Day celebration on Wednesday, June 16, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bright Leaf Hot Dogs will be there giving out free hot dog samples. The celebration will also feature special and giveaways. State Farmers Market announced this event on Facebook. … [Read more...] about National Hot Dog Day Celebration at State Farmers Market — free Bright Leaf samples!
Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Oak City Music Collective and NC State Centennial Campus are presenting a new concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on Wednesdays from June 4 to July 30, 2025, from 12 to 1 p.m. There will not be a concert on July 2. Lawn space and chair seating will be available and food trucks will be on site. Centennial SoundBites Schedule … [Read more...] about Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Carolina Godiva Track Club holds a free summer track series for all ages in Chapel Hill
Carolina Godiva Track Club holds an annual Summer Track Series on Wednesdays from May 28 to August 6, 2005 (except for July 2), from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Culbreth Middle School, 225 Culbreth Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This free, weekly event is open to everyone with distances from just 100 meters to 5 kilometers. Whether you're 3 or 90, you'll be welcome! No RSVP is required -- just … [Read more...] about Carolina Godiva Track Club holds a free summer track series for all ages in Chapel Hill
