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New Year's Day Open Art Studio at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2 (pay what you can) 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
New Year's Day Open Art Studio at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2 (pay what you can)Thursday, January 1, 2026 Start the year off with some creative flair! Join Margaret Lane Gallery at an Open Studio Event at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2, at 302 W Corbin Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, which is co-located with ... Read More » Clyde Cooper's BBQ Farewell New Year's Day Buffet 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Clyde Cooper's BBQ Farewell New Year's Day BuffetThursday, January 1, 2026 Clyde Cooper's BBQ, at 327 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC, has been serving Carolina-style barbecue in Downtown Raleigh since 1938. It will be moving to a new location in Raleigh soon. As a farewell celebration, Clyde ... Read More » Kwanzaa Fest with the African American Dance Ensemble 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Kwanzaa Fest with the African American Dance EnsembleThursday, January 1, 2026 The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 40th Kwanzaa Fest on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 12 to 5:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 12 p.m. ... Read More » New Year's Day Chili Cook-Off 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
New Year's Day Chili Cook-OffThursday, January 1, 2026 Blackbird Brewery, 3608 Rogers Branch Road #101, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a family-owned, brewer-owned brewery with a 1,000-square-foot taproom, and a 5,000-square-foot outdoor patio and beer garden. You can find their events on the brewery's ... Read More » | First Friday Bird Walk 8:00 am to 10:00 am
First Friday Bird WalkFriday, January 2, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos The Town of Garner is offering First Friday Bird Walks. They generally take place on the first Friday of each month, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., alternating between Lake Benson Park and ... Read More » Hike with a Naturalist 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Hike with a NaturalistFriday, January 2, 2026 Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered ... Read More » Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train Show 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train ShowDailyDurham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More » Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train Show 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train ShowDailyDurham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More » | Cars and Coffee Morrisville 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Cars and Coffee MorrisvilleSaturday, January 3, 2026 Cars and Coffee Morrisville is a free event that takes place the first Saturday of the month, year round, at the Imperial Center, 5425 Page Road, Durham. This is one of the Southeast's largest monthly ... Read More » Emancipation Day Breakfast and Lecture 8:30 am to 9:30 am
Emancipation Day Breakfast and LectureSaturday, January 3, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Emancipation Day, a long-standing North Carolina Tradition, is a commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Traditionally this was celebrated on January 1st, and included a parade and program, followed by singing, poetry reading, ... Read More » Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Tow Truck 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Tow TruckSaturday, January 3, 2026 Lowe's Kids' Workshops and The Home Depot Kids' Workshops are both fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory. The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic building ... Read More » NC Collector's Roadshow 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
NC Collector's RoadshowSaturday, January 3, 2026 Photo courtesy of Inside Pitch Promotions Raleigh's largest sports cards, toys and collectibles show will be at the Jim Graham Buildingon NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, on January 3 and 4, 2026. Saturday, ... Read More » | ||||
Hike with a Naturalist 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Hike with a NaturalistDailyHistoric Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered ... Read More » NC Collector's Roadshow 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
NC Collector's RoadshowSunday, January 4, 2026 Photo courtesy of Inside Pitch Promotions Raleigh's largest sports cards, toys and collectibles show will be at the Jim Graham Buildingon NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, on January 3 and 4, 2026. Saturday, ... Read More » Pay-What-You-Can Yoga 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pay-What-You-Can YogaWeekly on SundayCompass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Live Music: Thomas RuckerFriday, January 2, 20267 ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Visit Cow SanctuaryWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayBrajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday and Sunday, the sanctuary is open for ... Read More » | Cheapskate Day at Skate the Square at Fenton: $3 off (check website for hours) All Day
Cheapskate Day at Skate the Square at Fenton: $3 off (check website for hours)Weekly on MondayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Fenton in Cary is once again hosting an outdoor ice skating rink in the winter of 2025. The skating rink will be in Fenton Square, 21 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC. Fenton also ... Read More » Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train Show 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train ShowDailyDurham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More » Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train Show 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train ShowDailyDurham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, ... Read More » Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church 2:00 pm
Free Food Distribution at Elizabeth Street United Methodist ChurchMonday, January 5, 2026 Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, at 1209 N Elizabeth Street, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent free community events. They list their events on their Facebook page. Free Food Distribution Elizabeth Street UMC usually hosts free food distributions ... Read More » | Walgreens Senior Day: 20% off for rewards members age 55+ All Day
Walgreens Senior Day: 20% off for rewards members age 55+Every 1 months on the 1st TuesdayPhoto: Depositphotos If you're age 55 or older, plan your Walgreens shopping for the first Tuesday of the month, which is Walgreens' Senior Day. On Senior Day, shoppers age 55+ receive 20% on all eligible regular-priced items. ... Read More » Blades and Badges Day at Skate Fenton: first responders and military get $3 off (check website for hours) All Day
Blades and Badges Day at Skate Fenton: first responders and military get $3 off (check website for hours)Weekly on TuesdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Fenton in Cary is once again hosting an outdoor ice skating rink in the winter of 2025. The skating rink will be in Fenton Square, 21 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC. Fenton also ... Read More » Tequila Tuesday 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tequila TuesdayWeekly on Tuesdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » Mystery Pint Night: Pull to Win 3:00 pm
Mystery Pint Night: Pull to WinTuesday, January 6, 2026 Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak ... Read More » | Board Game Night 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Board Game Night 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayPourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, at 900 E Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, hosts frequent events. You can see them all on their Facebook page. You should know that PourWorks is a Green Bay Packer fan ... Read More » Book Club at Bird's Nest 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Book Club at Bird's NestWednesday, January 7, 2026 Blackbird Brewery, 3608 Rogers Branch Road #101, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a family-owned, brewer-owned brewery with a 1,000-square-foot taproom, and a 5,000-square-foot outdoor patio and beer garden. You can find their events on the brewery's ... Read More » Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (indoors) 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (indoors)Weekly on WednesdaySource: Acro yoga at Pullen Park Facebook group Every Wednesday, experience free Acro Yoga at Method Park, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines ... Read More » | Siler City History Club 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Siler City History ClubThursday, January 8, 2026 Photo courtesy of Chatham County Historical Association Chatham County Historical Association is presenting a free history program from the Siler City History Club on Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., at First Baptist ... Read More » Throwback Thursday 3:00 pm
Throwback ThursdayThursday, January 8, 2026 Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak ... Read More » Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution DayEvery 1 months on the 2nd ThursdayParktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to ... Read More » North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival (price varies) 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival (price varies)DailyThe North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival is returning to Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, in 2025, for the 10th time! Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The popular holiday event features dazzling displays made from thousands of ... Read More » | Free food giveaway with Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free food giveaway with Food Bank of Central and Eastern NCFriday, January 9, 2026 Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup ... Read More » Reflections: Virtual Tour 2:00 pm
Reflections: Virtual TourEvery 1 months on the 2nd FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, is free for everyone every day that it's open. Reservations are not required. Monday: Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10 AM to ... Read More » Staff Pick Showdown 3:00 pm
Staff Pick ShowdownFriday, January 9, 2026 Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak ... Read More » Teen Science Café at Daily Planet 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Teen Science Café at Daily PlanetFriday, January 9, 2026 North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Photo by Mace Publishing, LLC. 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 ... Read More » | Durham Craft Market 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This ... Read More » Right-Sizing Your Stuff: How to Use Your Space Better 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Right-Sizing Your Stuff: How to Use Your Space BetterSaturday, January 10, 2026 Organize NC is offering a free program, Right-Sizing Your Stuff: How to Organize Your Space Better on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Laurel Hill Community Center, 3808 Edwards Mill ... Read More » Bluegrass Jam at Bynum Front Porch 10:00 am
Bluegrass Jam at Bynum Front PorchEvery 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayBynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro (Chatham County), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including ... Read More » Weekend Nature Walk in Durham Parks 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Weekend Nature Walk in Durham ParksSaturday, January 10, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos Durham Parks & Recreation leads monthly Weekend Nature Walks throughout the year in Durham Parks. Make sure to follow each link, below, to register. The cost is $1.50 for Durham residents and $6.50 for ... Read More » |
Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science: free admission for Durham County residents 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science: free admission for Durham County residentsSunday, January 11, 2026 Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. The ... Read More » Anniversary Car Show 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Anniversary Car ShowSunday, January 11, 2026 Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak ... Read More » Pay-What-You-Can Yoga 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pay-What-You-Can YogaWeekly on SundayCompass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Live Music: Thomas RuckerFriday, January 2, 20267 ... Read More » Raleigh Really Really Free Market 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Raleigh Really Really Free MarketEvery 1 months on the 2nd SundayImage: Depositphotos Raleigh Really Really Free Market is a monthly event where people can give away stuff for free and take stuff for free. No money is exchanged. Raleigh Really Really Free Market takes place the second ... Read More » | Silent Reading Club 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Silent Reading ClubWeekly on MondayGlass Jug Beer Lab Downtown Durham. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The Glass Jug Beer Lab, Downtown Durham is at 545 Foster Street, Durham. The taproom is adjacent to Durham Central Park. They serve Glass Jug beers ... Read More » Early Karaoke 6:00 pm
Early KaraokeWeekly on MondayNorthside District, 403 W Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is holding a Christmas Eve Eve Party on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, starting at 9 p.m. and going until it ends. Enjoy musical jams after trivia, ... Read More » Dream and Create: A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Dream and Create: A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.Monday, January 12, 2026 Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is presenting Dream and Create: A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 12, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Cedar Fork Community Center, 1050 Town ... Read More » Smut Book Club 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Smut Book ClubMonday, January 12, 2026 Raleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. If you're looking for information about Raleigh Brewing Company's Cary Arboretum location, you ... Read More » | Free food giveaway with Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free food giveaway with Food Bank of Central and Eastern NCTuesday, January 13, 2026 Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup ... Read More » Tequila Tuesday 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tequila TuesdayWeekly on Tuesdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » Monthly Reflections Tour For People with Dementia and Their Partners 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Monthly Reflections Tour For People with Dementia and Their PartnersEvery 1 months on the 2nd TuesdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, is free for everyone every day that it's open. Reservations are not required. Monday: Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10 AM to ... Read More » Hockey Pre-Game and Tailgate: Canes vs. Blues 3:00 pm
Hockey Pre-Game and Tailgate: Canes vs. BluesTuesday, January 13, 2026 Raleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. If you're looking for information about Raleigh Brewing Company's Cary Arboretum location, you ... Read More » | Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event 9:30 am
Chapel Hill Food Distribution EventEvery 1 months on the 2nd WednesdayThe Town of Chapel Hill holds a regular food distribution, open to all community members, two times a month. It takes place at the Eubanks Park-and-Ride Lot, 2000 Eubanks Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on the ... Read More » Board Game Night 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Board Game Night 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayPourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, at 900 E Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, hosts frequent events. You can see them all on their Facebook page. You should know that PourWorks is a Green Bay Packer fan ... Read More » Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (indoors) 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (indoors)Weekly on WednesdaySource: Acro yoga at Pullen Park Facebook group Every Wednesday, experience free Acro Yoga at Method Park, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines ... Read More » | Free food giveaway with Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free food giveaway with Food Bank of Central and Eastern NCThursday, January 15, 2026 Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup ... Read More » Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and ScienceThursday, January 15, 2026 Photo courtesy of the Museum of Life and Science The Museum of Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Teen Science Cafe. Teen Science Cafe is a free event designed just for teens. ... Read More » North Carolina Chamber Music Institute's IMPACT Series: Chamber Music Treasures -- Music by Black Composers 7:00 pm
North Carolina Chamber Music Institute's IMPACT Series: Chamber Music Treasures -- Music by Black ComposersThursday, January 15, 2026 Photo courtesy of NC Chamber Music Institute North Carolina Chamber Music Institute has several concerts coming up. Read on to learn about one of the free concerts. James Dargan IMPACT Series I: Romantic OverturesOctober 26, 20254 to 5 ... Read More » Third Thursday Comedy Night 7:00 pm
Third Thursday Comedy NightThursday, January 15, 2026 Sneaky Penguin Brewing Co., at 7449 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC, is a newcomer to the Raleigh brewing scene. They're hosting events, which you can find on their website or Facebook page. Here are a ... Read More » | Park Tales: Little Owl's Snow 10:00 am to 10:45 am
Park Tales: Little Owl's SnowFriday, January 16, 2026 Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered ... Read More » Third Friday Durham at the Visitor Info Center: Artist reception with Jordan Abdur-Ra'off 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Third Friday Durham at the Visitor Info Center: Artist reception with Jordan Abdur-Ra'offFriday, January 16, 2026 Durham Visitor Info Center On Friday, January 16, 2026, stop by the Durham Visitors Center, at 212 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 6 to 8 p.m. as part of your Third Friday Durham experience. Celebrate ... Read More » Third Friday Art Opening - Anthony Garza Photography 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Third Friday Art Opening - Anthony Garza PhotographyFriday, January 16, 2026 Photo courtesy of Ment Beverage Co. Ment Beverage Co., at American Tobacco Campus, 312 Blackwell Street, Suite 103, Durham, North Carolina, is a diverse tasting room and home of Honeygirl Meadery. The tasting room has both indoor ... Read More » Third Friday Durham -- art receptions, exhibits and performances 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Third Friday Durham -- art receptions, exhibits and performancesFriday, January 16, 2026 Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and ... Read More » | MLK Unity March and Breakfast Reception 8:00 am
MLK Unity March and Breakfast ReceptionSaturday, January 17, 2026 The Town of Apex is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from January 16 to 19, 2026. All of these events are free and for all ages. Black Authors Exhibit On Friday, ... Read More » National Day of Racial Healing 8:30 am to 10:00 am
National Day of Racial HealingSaturday, January 17, 2026 Image: Depositphotos The Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has a mission of educating the community by expanding upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. They host several events every year. Here is what's ... Read More » Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Kickoff Event -- 46th Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony 9:00 am to 9:30 am
Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Kickoff Event -- 46th Annual Wreath Laying CeremonySaturday, January 17, 2026 Image: Depositphotos The Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has a mission of educating the community by expanding upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. They host several events every year. Here is what's ... Read More » Durham Craft Market 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This ... Read More » |
National Popcorn Day at Cinemark: BYO Bucket and fill it for $5 All Day
National Popcorn Day at Cinemark: BYO Bucket and fill it for $5Sunday, January 18, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos National Popcorn Day is Monday, January 19, 2026, and it's a popular event at movie theaters, for obvious reasons. One National Popcorn Day deal has been announced, and we expect more to be announced ... Read More » Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival 10:00 am to 6:30 pm
Tet Vietnamese New Year FestivalSunday, January 18, 2026 Celebrate the Vietnamese New Year at the Tet Vietnamese Year Festival on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Dorton Arena, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Daytime festivities are from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Admission is ... Read More » MLK Day Worship Service 11:00 am
MLK Day Worship ServiceSunday, January 18, 2026 The Town of Apex is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from January 16 to 19, 2026. All of these events are free and for all ages. Black Authors Exhibit On Friday, ... Read More » Pay-What-You-Can Yoga 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pay-What-You-Can YogaWeekly on SundayCompass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Live Music: Thomas RuckerFriday, January 2, 20267 ... Read More » | National Popcorn Day at Cinemark: BYO Bucket and fill it for $5 All Day
National Popcorn Day at Cinemark: BYO Bucket and fill it for $5DailyPhoto: Depositphotos National Popcorn Day is Monday, January 19, 2026, and it's a popular event at movie theaters, for obvious reasons. One National Popcorn Day deal has been announced, and we expect more to be announced ... Read More » 46th MLK, Jr. Interfaith Prayer Breakfast with Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee 6:00 am to 9:00 am
46th MLK, Jr. Interfaith Prayer Breakfast with Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. CommitteeMonday, January 19, 2026 Image: Depositphotos The Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has a mission of educating the community by expanding upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. They host several events every year. Here is what's ... Read More » MLK Day National Day of Service in Apex 9:00 am to 11:00 am
MLK Day National Day of Service in ApexMonday, January 19, 2026 The Town of Apex is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from January 16 to 19, 2026. All of these events are free and for all ages. Black Authors Exhibit On Friday, ... Read More » Fuquay-Varina MLK Day March and Celebration 9:00 am
Fuquay-Varina MLK Day March and CelebrationMonday, January 19, 2026 The Cultural Arts Society of Fuquay-Varina is hosting the 22nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026. The march will start at Falcon Park, 105 Falcon Drive, Fuquay-Varina, ... Read More » | Tequila Tuesday 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tequila TuesdayWeekly on Tuesdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » Book and Puzzle Swap 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Book and Puzzle SwapTuesday, January 20, 2026 Photo courtesy of Ment Beverage Co. Ment Beverage Co., at American Tobacco Campus, 312 Blackwell Street, Suite 103, Durham, North Carolina, is a diverse tasting room and home of Honeygirl Meadery. The tasting room has both indoor ... Read More » Book Club: Radium Girls by Kate Moore 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Book Club: Radium Girls by Kate MooreTuesday, January 20, 2026 Southern Peak Brewery, 950 Windy Road #100, Apex, hosts many events, including live music, crafts, food trucks, dog-friendly events, and more. Find them all on Southern Peak Brewery's Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming ... Read More » Pints & Pups 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Pints & PupsEvery 1 months on the 3rd TuesdayPonysaurus Brewing, at 219 Hood Street in Durham, describes itself as a "forward-thinking, backward-tasting brewery and taproom based in Durham, NC, creating beers that are meant to be savored, appreciated, contemplated, philosophized, studied, nuzzled, and ... Read More » | Board Game Night 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Wednesdays at One at Grace Lutheran Church: Free Lunch and Chocolate-Making 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Wednesdays at One at Grace Lutheran Church: Free Lunch and Chocolate-MakingWednesday, January 21, 2026 Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a special edition of their Wednesday at One program on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Enjoy lunch at 12:30 p.m., ... Read More » Board Game Night 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayPourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, at 900 E Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, hosts frequent events. You can see them all on their Facebook page. You should know that PourWorks is a Green Bay Packer fan ... Read More » Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (indoors) 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (indoors)Weekly on WednesdaySource: Acro yoga at Pullen Park Facebook group Every Wednesday, experience free Acro Yoga at Method Park, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines ... Read More » | Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution DayEvery 1 months on the 4th ThursdayParktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to ... Read More » MLK Community Celebration in Wake Forest 6:30 pm
MLK Community Celebration in Wake ForestThursday, January 22, 2026 Wake Forest's MLK Jr. Community Celebration takes place Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church, 237 Friendship Chapel Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This is a free, public celebration. The event's ... Read More » Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Board Game Night at Moon Dog MeaderyWeekly on Monday and ThursdayMoon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop, at 1104 Broad Street, Durham, in the basement under Joe Van Gogh Coffee, brews craft meads and fruit wines. They also carry North Carolina craft bears, wines, hard ciders, ... Read More » | 20th Annual Carrboro Film Festival (various times) All Day
20th Annual Carrboro Film Festival (various times)Friday, January 23, 2026 The 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest takes place in Carrboro, NC, January 24 to 25, 2026. The festival is a celebration of independent cinema, presenting Southern films in a non-competitive setting. Tickets are $8 for individual screenings ... Read More » Fourth Friday Fire with Durham Parks and Recreation 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Fourth Friday Fire with Durham Parks and RecreationFriday, January 23, 2026 Photo courtesy of Shay Kamstra The Fourth Friday of the month, during select months, Durham Parks and Recreation hosts Fourth Friday Fire. At these events, guests can sit next to a warm, crackling campfire, while learning ... Read More » Bounce and Brews DJ Night 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Bounce and Brews DJ NightWeekly on FridayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Karaoke Bingo Nights 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Karaoke Bingo NightsWeekly on FridayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » | 20th Annual Carrboro Film Festival (various times) All Day
20th Annual Carrboro Film Festival (various times)DailyThe 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest takes place in Carrboro, NC, January 24 to 25, 2026. The festival is a celebration of independent cinema, presenting Southern films in a non-competitive setting. Tickets are $8 for individual screenings ... Read More » 2nd Annual EagleFest at Jordan Lake 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
2nd Annual EagleFest at Jordan LakeSaturday, January 24, 2026 Jordan Lake, at 2060 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, North Carolina, is celebrating its population of Bald Eagles with its second annual EagleFest in January, 2026. There will be events from January 19 to 24, 2026. ... Read More » Durham Craft Market 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This ... Read More » Astronomy Days at NC Museum of Natural Sciences 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Astronomy Days at NC Museum of Natural SciencesSaturday, January 24, 2026 North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences' Astronomy Days will take place January 24 and 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The theme of Astronomy Days this years is Passport to the Moon. ... Read More » |
20th Annual Carrboro Film Festival (various times) All Day
20th Annual Carrboro Film Festival (various times)DailyThe 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest takes place in Carrboro, NC, January 24 to 25, 2026. The festival is a celebration of independent cinema, presenting Southern films in a non-competitive setting. Tickets are $8 for individual screenings ... Read More » Astronomy Days at NC Museum of Natural Sciences 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Astronomy Days at NC Museum of Natural SciencesDailyNorth Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences' Astronomy Days will take place January 24 and 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The theme of Astronomy Days this years is Passport to the Moon. ... Read More » Pay-What-You-Can Yoga 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pay-What-You-Can YogaWeekly on SundayCompass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Live Music: Thomas RuckerFriday, January 2, 20267 ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Visit Cow SanctuaryWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayBrajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday and Sunday, the sanctuary is open for ... Read More » | Triangle Restaurant Week All Day
Triangle Restaurant WeekMonday, January 26, 2026 Triangle Restaurant Week is returning soon! Restaurants all over the Triangle are participating, each offering a special meal at a special fixed pricing. It will take place from January 26 to February 1, 2025. Please also check ... Read More » Silent Reading Club 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Silent Reading ClubWeekly on MondayGlass Jug Beer Lab Downtown Durham. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The Glass Jug Beer Lab, Downtown Durham is at 545 Foster Street, Durham. The taproom is adjacent to Durham Central Park. They serve Glass Jug beers ... Read More » Early Karaoke 6:00 pm
Early KaraokeWeekly on MondayNorthside District, 403 W Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is holding a Christmas Eve Eve Party on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, starting at 9 p.m. and going until it ends. Enjoy musical jams after trivia, ... Read More » Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy ShowWeekly on MondayFlying Saucer, 328 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, offers over 300 beers, including 81 draughts and over 200 in bottles. They're always changing. Flying Saucer also offers food, including sandwiches, sandwiches, soup, pizza, snacks and ... Read More » | Free food giveaway with Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Free food giveaway with Food Bank of Central and Eastern NCTuesday, January 27, 2026 Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup ... Read More » Tequila Tuesday 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tequila TuesdayWeekly on Tuesdaybmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and ... Read More » Adult Coloring Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Adult Coloring NightWeekly on TuesdayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more ... Read More » Bond Brothers Run Club 6:00 pm
Bond Brothers Run ClubWeekly on TuesdayBond Brothers Beer Company is an NC craft brewery, taproom, and beer garden located at 202 East Cedar Street in Cary. Below are some of their free or cheap events. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Run ClubTuesdays6 ... Read More » | Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event 9:30 am
Chapel Hill Food Distribution EventEvery 1 months on the 4th WednesdayThe Town of Chapel Hill holds a regular food distribution, open to all community members, two times a month. It takes place at the Eubanks Park-and-Ride Lot, 2000 Eubanks Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on the ... Read More » Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science: free admission for Durham County residents 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science: free admission for Durham County residentsWednesday, January 28, 2026 Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. The ... Read More » Board Game Night 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Board Game NightWeekly on WednesdayGizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to ... Read More » Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (indoors) 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (indoors)Weekly on WednesdaySource: Acro yoga at Pullen Park Facebook group Every Wednesday, experience free Acro Yoga at Method Park, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines ... Read More » | Famous Last Drinks Series -- Mocktail Edition 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Famous Last Drinks Series -- Mocktail EditionThursday, January 29, 2026 Photo courtesy of Ment Beverage Co. Ment Beverage Co., at American Tobacco Campus, 312 Blackwell Street, Suite 103, Durham, North Carolina, is a diverse tasting room and home of Honeygirl Meadery. The tasting room has both indoor ... Read More » Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Board Game Night at Moon Dog MeaderyWeekly on Monday and ThursdayMoon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop, at 1104 Broad Street, Durham, in the basement under Joe Van Gogh Coffee, brews craft meads and fruit wines. They also carry North Carolina craft bears, wines, hard ciders, ... Read More » Air Hockey Tournament 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Air Hockey TournamentWeekly on ThursdayBoxcar Bar + Arcade's third location, at 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers 70+ arcade games, a full bar, including 24 craft drafts, a Neapolitan style pizza kitchen, private event space and more. You can find all ... Read More » | Teen Science Cafe at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Teen Science Cafe at Morehead Planetarium and Science CenterFriday, January 30, 2026 Teens ages 13-18 are invited to the free Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a chance for teens who are interested in science ... Read More » Opening reception for From the Heart 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Opening reception for From the HeartFriday, January 30, 2026 Margaret Lane Gallery, 121 West Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, features work from 35+ local artists, monthly curated show and rotating exhibits. The art gallery also hosts events and workshops. Learn about upcoming events on ... Read More » Vinyl Night 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Vinyl NightFriday, January 30, 2026 Sneaky Penguin Brewing Co., at 7449 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC, is a newcomer to the Raleigh brewing scene. They're hosting events, which you can find on their website or Facebook page. Here are a ... Read More » Final Friday Cary Art Loop 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Final Friday Cary Art LoopEvery 1 monthsThe final Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., downtown Cary showcases its artists and musicians during Final Friday Cary Art Loop. Visit art galleries and enjoy live performances. Scroll down for ... Read More » | Durham Craft Market 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Durham Craft MarketWeekly on SaturdayOn Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This ... Read More » 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (check back soon for time) 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (check back soon for time)Saturday, January 31, 2026 North Carolina Museum of History's 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed ... Read More » Lunar New Year Family Day 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Lunar New Year Family DaySaturday, January 31, 2026 Image: Mace Publishing, LLC Artspace, FASCA and Raleigh Chinese Language School are hosting a Lunar New Year Family Day on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The celebration takes place at Artspace, ... Read More » Visit Cow Sanctuary 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Visit Cow SanctuaryWeekly on Sunday and SaturdayBrajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday and Sunday, the sanctuary is open for ... Read More » |
