
The Triangle events calendar features free and cheap things to do every day in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and elsewhere in the Triangle. Think there's nothing to do? Look at this list to get some ideas. You'll find concerts, festivals, fitness events, and much more.
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PJ Purim at NCMA 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
PJ Purim at NCMASunday, March 1, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos Purim is many Jewish kids' favorite holiday. It's got it all -- costumes, pastries, noise, games. Purim commemorates the thwarting of the plans to kill all the Jews in the Persian empire. The story ... Read More » Artspace Open Studio 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Artspace Open StudioWeekly on SundayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on ... Read More » | Craft and Draft 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Craft and DraftWeekly on TuesdayCrank Arm Brewing Company, 319 West Davie Street, Raleigh, is a craft brewery & tasting room located in downtown Raleigh, NC. It's the 2016 GABF Bronze Medal winner in American Belgo category with Whitewall Wheat. You ... Read More » | Bring Your Own Craft Night 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Bring Your Own Craft NightWeekly on WednesdayRaleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Stanley Cup Final Watch PartiesEvery game in the Stanley Cup Files! (See ... Read More » | Feminist First Friday at Hartwell: free headshots, art, vendors, more... 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Feminist First Friday at Hartwell: free headshots, art, vendors, more...Friday, March 6, 2026 Downtown Raleigh Alliance presents Feminist First Friday on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Hartwell, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event is part of Raleigh's First Friday festivities, ... Read More » Artspace First Friday: Live Art-Making and more 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Artspace First Friday: Live Art-Making and moreEvery 1 months on the 1st FridayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on ... Read More » First Friday Gallery Walk in Raleigh 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
First Friday Gallery Walk in RaleighEvery 1 months on the 1st FridayImage: Downtown Raleigh Alliance The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food at First Friday Raleigh. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative ... Read More » | |||
Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black History Month 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black History MonthSunday, March 8, 2026 Haven Farm Venue and Shoppe, at 8521 Buffaloe Road, Knightdale, North Carolina, is hosting Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black Excellence for All on March 8, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is a ... Read More » Artspace Open Studio 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Artspace Open StudioWeekly on SundayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on ... Read More » | Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA 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 » | 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 » Craft and Draft 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Craft and DraftWeekly on TuesdayCrank Arm Brewing Company, 319 West Davie Street, Raleigh, is a craft brewery & tasting room located in downtown Raleigh, NC. It's the 2016 GABF Bronze Medal winner in American Belgo category with Whitewall Wheat. You ... Read More » | Bring Your Own Craft Night 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Bring Your Own Craft NightWeekly on WednesdayRaleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Stanley Cup Final Watch PartiesEvery game in the Stanley Cup Files! (See ... Read More » | Capital Quilters Guild's Annual Quilt Show 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Capital Quilters Guild's Annual Quilt ShowDailyCapital Quilters Guild's Annual Quilt Show takes place March 13 and 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North ... Read More » 2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and CarrboroEvery 1 months on the 2nd FridayThe second Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., head to Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the 2nd Friday ArtWalk. Explore art galleries, artist studios, shops and restaurants. There will also be live ... Read More » | Capital Quilters Guild's Annual Quilt Show 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Capital Quilters Guild's Annual Quilt ShowDailyCapital Quilters Guild's Annual Quilt Show takes place March 13 and 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North ... Read More » Fisherette Art Gallery & Exchange 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fisherette Art Gallery & ExchangeSaturday, March 14, 2026 The Fisherette is a collective where artists and art appreciators can meet peers, display favorite pieces, vend for free, and exchange craft supplies. The event takes place on March 14, 2026, from 6 to 9 ... Read More » Art in Bloom Stargazing Community Night 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Art in Bloom Stargazing Community NightSaturday, March 14, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and the Raleigh Astronomy Club are joining up for a night of sky watching in the Museum Park at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge ... Read More » | |
Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Bazaar Craft & Art Market in CarrboroSunday, March 15, 2026 The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market ... Read More » Artspace Open Studio 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Artspace Open StudioWeekly on SundayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on ... Read More » | Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA 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 » | Craft and Draft 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Craft and DraftWeekly on TuesdayCrank Arm Brewing Company, 319 West Davie Street, Raleigh, is a craft brewery & tasting room located in downtown Raleigh, NC. It's the 2016 GABF Bronze Medal winner in American Belgo category with Whitewall Wheat. You ... Read More » | Bring Your Own Craft Night 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Bring Your Own Craft NightWeekly on WednesdayRaleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Stanley Cup Final Watch PartiesEvery game in the Stanley Cup Files! (See ... Read More » | Third Friday at CCB Plaza: Live painting, music, dancing and more 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Third Friday at CCB Plaza: Live painting, music, dancing and moreFriday, March 20, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Kick off Durham Third Friday with Durham Art Guild and Durham Arts Council at CCB Plaza, 201 N Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, on March 20, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. There ... Read More » Liberty Arts' Spring Aluminum Pour 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Liberty Arts' Spring Aluminum PourFriday, March 20, 2026 Join Liberty Arts for their first Aluminum Pour of the year at the Liberty Arts Foundry in Durham Central Park, 530 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It will take place on Friday, March 20, 2026, during ... Read More » Third Friday Durham -- art receptions, exhibits and performances 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Third Friday Durham -- art receptions, exhibits and performancesEvery 1 months on the 3rd FridayThird 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 » | Pop-Up Raleigh Art & Vintage Market 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Pop-Up Raleigh Art & Vintage MarketEvery 1 months on the 3rd SaturdayPop-Up Raleigh brings artisans and vintage vendors together, creating an opportunity for shoppers to find that unique gift and support local businesses at the same time. At each of these markets you'll find some of your ... Read More » | |
Artspace Open Studio 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Artspace Open StudioWeekly on SundayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on ... Read More » | Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA 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 » | Craft and Draft 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Craft and DraftWeekly on TuesdayCrank Arm Brewing Company, 319 West Davie Street, Raleigh, is a craft brewery & tasting room located in downtown Raleigh, NC. It's the 2016 GABF Bronze Medal winner in American Belgo category with Whitewall Wheat. You ... Read More » | Art Club at Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar (admission free; donations suggested for supplies) 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Art Club at Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar (admission free; donations suggested for supplies)Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Anticapitalist Crafts is hosting a monthly art club at Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar, 725 N Mangum Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. on these dates: March 25, 2026 April 29, 2026 May 27, 2026 This ... Read More » Bring Your Own Craft Night 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Bring Your Own Craft NightWeekly on WednesdayRaleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Stanley Cup Final Watch PartiesEvery game in the Stanley Cup Files! (See ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Meet the Artists: Triangle Book Arts: History of Book Binding 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Meet the Artists: Triangle Book Arts: History of Book BindingFriday, March 27, 2026 The Page-Walker Art & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting two "Meet the Artist" receptions for exhibitions at the center during Cary Art Loop's Final Friday on Friday, March 27, 2026. Meet ... Read More » Meet the Artist: Judi H Bastion 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Meet the Artist: Judi H BastionFriday, March 27, 2026 Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary, North Carolina, hosts art and performances of many kinds. During the Final Friday Cary Art Loop, Cary Arts Center will be host two "Meet the Artist" events. Both are ... Read More » Meet the Artists: Professional Art Quilters Alliance-South (PAQA-S): ARTQUILTSjourney 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Meet the Artists: Professional Art Quilters Alliance-South (PAQA-S): ARTQUILTSjourneyFriday, March 27, 2026 The Page-Walker Art & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting two "Meet the Artist" receptions for exhibitions at the center during Cary Art Loop's Final Friday on Friday, March 27, 2026. Meet ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » |
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Artspace Open Studio 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Artspace Open StudioWeekly on SundayPhoto: Mace Publishing, LLC Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on ... Read More » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA 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 » | View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hours All Day
View Literary Peeps Show Dioramas (and vote for your favorites!) -- during library hoursDailyOrange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All ... Read More » Craft and Draft 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Craft and DraftWeekly on TuesdayCrank Arm Brewing Company, 319 West Davie Street, Raleigh, is a craft brewery & tasting room located in downtown Raleigh, NC. It's the 2016 GABF Bronze Medal winner in American Belgo category with Whitewall Wheat. You ... Read More » |
