The Triangle Event Guide Thursday September 18th Edition

Looking for the best free things to do across the Triangle? From Raleigh and Durham to Cary, Chapel Hill, and beyond, Thursday, September 18, 2025, is packed with live music, cultural activities, comedy shows, and community events. Whether you want to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day, discover art and science, or enjoy local breweries, today’s Triangle Event Guide has something for everyone.

Featured Events

National Cheeseburger Day Deals

📍 All Day | Across the Triangle

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day with local restaurant specials and tasty deals. Perfect for foodies craving a classic bite.

Free Food Giveaway with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC

🕘 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | FREE | Central Carolina Community Campus — Sanford

Support local families while getting involved with the Food Bank’s community outreach.

Live at Lunch: Peter Lamb/Mark Wells Duo

🕦 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | FREE | Downtown Cary Park

Bring your lunch and enjoy smooth live jazz at the park with this talented duo.

Incredible Science

🕜 1:30 PM | FREE | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh

A hands-on, fun-filled science experience for kids, families, and curious minds.

Jazz in the Square: Shirlette Ammons

🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE | Moore Square, Raleigh

Soak up the soulful sounds of Shirlette Ammons live at one of Raleigh’s favorite downtown gathering spots.

Live Music & Entertainment Highlights

Bricks & Brews | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh

Live at the Westin Rooftop | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | FREE | Westin Raleigh-Durham

Jared Place | 6:00 PM | FREE | Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell

Open Mic (Music & Poetry) | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE | The Common Market, Durham

Irish Music at the Plant | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE | Fair Game Beverage Co., Pittsboro

Beer & Banjos Durham | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE | Old Mill Farm, Durham

Thursday Night Live Music | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Southern Village, Chapel Hill

Jazz on the Roof with Al Strong | 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM | FREE | The Durham Hotel Raleigh

Uke Jam | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Church of the Nativity, Raleigh

Live Music: Kurt Stracener Trio | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE | Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, Hillsborough

Comedy, Games & Community Fun

Discover India: Kolam Art | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE | Cary Arts Center

Game Night | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner

Board Game Night | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham

Karaoke with JV Jams | 7:00 PM | FREE | Red Moose Brewing, Pittsboro

Music Bingo | 7:00 PM | FREE | Fortnight Brewing (Cary) & Steel String Brewery (Carrboro)

Free Comedy Shows | 7:30 PM & 8:00 PM | FREE | Sneaky Penguin Brewing Co. (Raleigh) & Clouds Brewing Taproom (Raleigh)

Air Hockey Tournament | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Jazz Jam Open Mic | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE | Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

Why You Should Go Out This Thursday

The Triangle is alive with free events, from food celebrations and jazz jams to comedy nights and community art. Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, or surrounding towns, September 18 is the perfect day to explore, connect, and enjoy local culture. Stay tuned to DoRaleigh.com for your daily dose of Triangle happenings.

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The Triangle Entertainment Guide Thursday, August 28th Edition

Morning Events

☀️ Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tours at Historic Oakwood Cemetery

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | FREE | Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh

Take a guided stroll through Historic Oakwood Cemetery and uncover fascinating stories of Raleigh’s past.

Afternoon Events

🔬 Incredible Science

1:30 PM | FREE | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh

A hands-on science program that brings experiments and discoveries to life.

🍎 Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | FREE | Parkwood United Methodist Church

Community food distribution open to all.

Evening Events

🌆 Live Music on the Rooftop

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | FREE | Westin Raleigh-Durham

Enjoy skyline views paired with live music at the Westin rooftop.

🎷 Jazz in the Square: NCCU Jazz Collective

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE | Moore Square, Raleigh

Relax under the stars with soulful jazz from the NCCU Jazz Collective in downtown Raleigh.

🎶 Live Music: Grace Lucia Lee

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

💿 Vinyl Night

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh & Durham

🎵 Live Music: Sterling Scott

6:00 PM | FREE | Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell

🎤 Open Mic (Music & Poetry)

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE | The Common Market, Durham

🎲 Game Night

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner

🎶 Beer and Hymns Gathering

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE | Fortnight Brewing, Wake Forest

🎶 Beer and Banjos Durham

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE | Old Mill Farm, Durham

🎶 Music Bingo

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Fortnight Brewing, Cary

7:00 PM | FREE | Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

🧠 Triangle Trivia Tournament

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

🎮 Level Up and Sip

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing, Durham

🎲 Board Game Night

7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham

🎤 Ruckus Open Mic with Brian Jones

7:00 PM | FREE | Ruckus Pizza – Park West, Morrisville

🏒 Air Hockey Tournament

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Free Comedy Show

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE | Clouds Brewing Taproom, Raleigh

🎷 Jazz Jam Open Mic

8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE | Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

Wrap-Up

From history tours and science fun to jazz in Moore Square, trivia tournaments, open mics, and comedy shows, the Triangle is packed with free entertainment this Thursday. Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, or Carrboro, you’ll find something exciting to do on August 28, 2025.

Your week, your city, your fun — stay connected with everything happening in the Triangle at DoRaleigh.com

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City of Raleigh Government Event Guide Thursday August 28th Edition

Government & Public Meetings

📌 CANCELLED – Transportation and Transit Committee Meeting

3:00 PM | Raleigh City Hall

Please note: The scheduled Transportation and Transit Committee Meeting has been cancelled.

📌 Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

4:00 PM | Raleigh Municipal Building

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss current development, zoning, and future land use matters.

📌 RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee

5:00 PM | Raleigh Historic Development Commission Office

The RHDC committee will review applications regarding historic properties and design guidelines within Raleigh’s historic districts.

Arts & Entertainment

🎶 Jazz in the Square – NCCU Jazz Collective

6:00 PM | Moore Square

End your Thursday evening with live music! Enjoy a free performance by the NCCU Jazz Collective in Moore Square, blending soulful sounds with Raleigh’s vibrant outdoor atmosphere.

Final Thoughts

From public committee meetings that shape Raleigh’s growth to live jazz in the heart of downtown, Thursday, August 28, 2025, offers both civic engagement and cultural enrichment. Whether you’re following city decisions or seeking a night out, Raleigh has something for everyone.

Your week, your city, your fun — stay connected with everything happening in the Raleigh at DoRaleigh.com

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