
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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Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA 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 » 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 Verify events ... Read More » | Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: Police & Thieves 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: Police & ThievesWednesday, September 2, 2026 Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find ... Read More » Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA 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 » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... 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 » Jazz: The Session 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Jazz: The SessionWeekly on ThursdayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... Read More » | Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series: My Cousin Skinny 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series: My Cousin SkinnyFriday, September 4, 2026 The Bond Park Boathouse, at 801 High House Road, Cary, is playing host to musicians, food trucks and after-hours boat rentals at Bands, Bites and Boats. The special event features a local musician, a food ... Read More » Movie Night: Hamilton 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Movie Night: HamiltonFriday, September 4, 2026 Photo courtesy of Downtown Cary Park Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting movie nights throughout the spring, summer and fall of 2026. You can find all the movie nights ... Read More » | Cary Public Safety Day 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Cary Public Safety DaySaturday, September 5, 2026 The Cary Police Department is presenting Cary Public Safety Day on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free event will take place along South Academy Street from Dry Avenue to E. ... Read More » | ||
Cary Underground Market: Bands and Vendors 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cary Underground Market: Bands and VendorsEvery 1 months on the 1st SundayThe MAKRS Society presents Cary Underground Market the first Sunday of the month from March to December, 2026, 12 to 4 p.m., at Bond Brothers Beer Co., 202 E Cedar Street, Cary, North Carolina. These ... Read More » Kanikapila Ukulele Meetup 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Kanikapila Ukulele MeetupEvery 1 months on the 1st SundayKōMANA 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 » Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... 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 » | Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA 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 » 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 Verify events ... Read More » | Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: The Ray Band 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: The Ray BandWednesday, September 9, 2026 Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find ... Read More » Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA 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 » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... 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 » Jazz: The Session 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Jazz: The SessionWeekly on ThursdayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... Read More » | The Irish Session 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
The Irish SessionEvery 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... Read More » Carolina Circus Festival -- free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Carolina Circus Festival -- free event in Cary with performances, workshops and moreSaturday, September 12, 2026 Carolina Circus Festival is a FREE event that will take place in Cary on September 12, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m. The festival is a full day of circus related workshops and shows. There will ... Read More » Interfaith Peace Vigil in Remembrance of 9/11 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Interfaith Peace Vigil in Remembrance of 9/11Saturday, September 12, 2026 The Brahma Kumaris Raleigh Meditation Center, at 136 Quade Drive, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a Peace Vigil in Remembrance of 9/11 on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. This event is open ... Read More » | |
Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... Read More » Jazz'd Up Sundays: Niki Haris, featuring the Christian Tamburr Band 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Jazz'd Up Sundays: Niki Haris, featuring the Christian Tamburr BandSunday, September 13, 2026 Illustration: Depositphotos Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting an outdoor concert series, Jazz'd Up Sundays. It will take place on the Great Lawn Pavilion on select Sundays in September ... 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 » Open Mic Night 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Open Mic NightEvery 2 weeks 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 » | Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA 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 » 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 Verify events ... Read More » | Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: The Band of Oz 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: The Band of OzWednesday, September 16, 2026 Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find ... Read More » Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA 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 » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... 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 » Jazz: The Session 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Jazz: The SessionWeekly on ThursdayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... Read More » | Cary Night Market 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cary Night MarketFriday, September 18, 2026 Downtown Cary Park. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Cary Night Market is being held one Friday a month, from March to December, 2026, except for July. Each of these markets are at Downtown Cary Park, 319 S ... Read More » Grand Opening Weekend of Juliet Books 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Grand Opening Weekend of Juliet BooksFriday, September 18, 2026 Juliet Books, at 200 Parkthrough Street, Cary, North Carolina, is holding a Grand Opening Weekend Celebration on September 18 and 19, 2026. On Friday, September 18, 2026, there will be a Kendra Scott Pop-Up from 6 ... Read More » | Autumn Equinox Sunrise Yoga Class 7:30 am
Autumn Equinox Sunrise Yoga ClassSaturday, September 19, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos The Town of Cary is presenting FREE Sunrise Community Yoga for the Autumn Equinox. The class will be taught by Tiffany Cole Candioti on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The class takes place at Bond Park ... Read More » Asia Fest, including dragon boat races 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Asia Fest, including dragon boat racesSaturday, September 19, 2026 Asia Fest is returning for 2026. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, North Carolina. Tickets are $12, and ... Read More » DISCover Ultimate Day: Intro to Ultimate for Youth 9:30 am to 11:30 am
DISCover Ultimate Day: Intro to Ultimate for YouthSaturday, September 19, 2026 Triangle Ultimate is hosting DISCover Ultimate Day, a nationwide event presented by USA Ultimate! This free, two-hour clinic is designed specifically for middle school to high school-aged players (ages 11-18) who are new to the ... Read More » Grand Opening Weekend of Juliet Books 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Grand Opening Weekend of Juliet BooksSaturday, September 19, 2026 Juliet Books, at 200 Parkthrough Street, Cary, North Carolina, is holding a Grand Opening Weekend Celebration on September 18 and 19, 2026. On Friday, September 18, 2026, there will be a Kendra Scott Pop-Up from 6 ... Read More » |
Kanikapila Ukulele Meetup 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Kanikapila Ukulele MeetupEvery 1 months on the 3rd SundayKōMANA 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 » Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... 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 » | Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA 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 » 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 Verify events ... Read More » | Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: North Tower 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: North TowerWednesday, September 23, 2026 Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find ... Read More » Movie Night Under the Stars: Monsters Inc 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Movie Night Under the Stars: Monsters IncWednesday, September 23, 2026 The Town of Cary is hosting Movie Night Under the Stars on September 23, 2026, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, North Carolina. This is a ... Read More » Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA 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 » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... 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 » Jazz: The Session 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Jazz: The SessionWeekly on ThursdayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... Read More » | Final Friday Reception at Cary Gallery of Artists 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Final Friday Reception at Cary Gallery of ArtistsFriday, September 25, 2026 Cary Gallery of Artists, at 200 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is a cooperative operated by local artists. It features contemporary and traditional fine art and craft, with more than 300 artworks exhibited by ... 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 an ... Read More » One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with flow arts performance by Caroleena & Friends 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with flow arts performance by Caroleena & FriendsFriday, September 25, 2026 Photo courtesy of One Tribe During Cary's Final Friday Art Loop, make sure to visit the site of the old library, 310 S Academy Street, for One Tribe Final Friday Drum Circle with Fire Spinning by ... Read More » | Cary Really Really Free Market 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cary Really Really Free MarketEvery 1 months on the 4th SaturdayImage: Depositphotos A "Really Really Free Market" is just what it sounds like. Free. (Really) free. People bring stuff they want to give away, and also offer free services. There's no buying, selling, or bartering. Everything ... Read More » Free American Dance Festival Performances 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Free American Dance Festival PerformancesSaturday, September 26, 2026 Photo courtesy of Downtown Cary Park Enjoy free dance performances at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The performances will take place outdoors ... Read More » |
Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very ... 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 » Open Mic Night 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Open Mic NightEvery 2 weeks 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 » | Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA 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 » 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 Verify events ... Read More » | Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: 8 Track Minds 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place: 8 Track MindsWednesday, September 30, 2026 Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find ... Read More » Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA 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 » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... Read More » |
