Triangle Event Guide for Monday March 9th Edition

Things to Do in Raleigh, Durham & Cary

Looking for things to do in the Triangle today? The DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide highlights the best events happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Carrboro on Monday, March 9, 2026.

From Daylight Saving Time deals and movie specials to family programs, yoga in the park, comedy shows, karaoke, and open mic nights, there are plenty of ways to start the week with something fun to do around the Triangle.

Whether you’re searching for free events, nightlife, or family-friendly activities, this guide will help you plan your Monday in the Raleigh-Durham area.

Daylight Saving Time Deals & Specials

BOGO Dozen for Daylight Saving Time

🕘 All Day

💲 Discounted

📍 Krispy Kreme — Multiple locations

Celebrate the time change with a sweet deal. Krispy Kreme is offering a Buy One Get One Dozen promotion for Daylight Saving Time.

Regal’s Best Picture Film Festival

🕘 All Day (showtimes vary)

💲 $5

📍 Regal Cinemas — Multiple locations

Catch award-winning films on the big screen during Regal’s Best Picture Film Festival, featuring select nominees at a discounted price.

Freebies & Deals for Daylight Saving Time

🕘 All Day

💲 Various Deals

📍 Multiple locations across the Triangle

Several businesses around the Triangle are celebrating the time change with special promotions, discounts, and freebies.

Family-Friendly & Community Events

Total Tot Time – Free Play Program (Ages 5 & Under)

🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

Parents and caregivers can bring young children for a fun free play program designed for kids up to age five.

Stretch and Refresh

🕙 10:00 AM

💲 FREE

📍 Downtown Cary Park

Start the day with a morning stretch session at Downtown Cary Park, perfect for anyone looking to relax and recharge.

Children’s Bingo

🕓 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Downtown Cary Park

Kids can enjoy a fun evening of bingo, prizes, and community activities at Downtown Cary Park.

Health & Wellness

Free Yoga at Dix Park (Registration Required)

🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Harvey Hill at Dix Park, Raleigh

Relax and unwind with outdoor yoga at Dix Park, one of Raleigh’s most scenic locations for wellness activities.

Tap Yard Yoga – Pay What You Can

🕡 6:30 PM

💲 Pay What You Can

📍 Tap Yard, Raleigh

Join a flexible community yoga session at Tap Yard with a pay-what-you-can pricing model.

Nightlife, Comedy & Entertainment

Early Karaoke

🕕 6:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 The Northside District, Raleigh

Warm up your vocal cords and enjoy early evening karaoke with friends.

Open Mic Night

🕕 6:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

Enjoy live local talent including music, poetry, and comedy at Steel String Brewery.

Smut Book Club

🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

Book lovers can gather for a lively discussion at the Smut Book Club, pairing reading with craft beer.

Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Flying Saucer, Raleigh

Laugh the night away at Cosmic Chuckles, a weekly comedy showcase featuring local comedians.

Board Game Night

🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham

Grab friends and enjoy a night of board games and mead tasting in Durham.

Carrboro Open Mic

🕢 7:30 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro

Carrboro’s creative community comes together for music, spoken word, and performance art.

Air Hockey Tournament

🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

Compete in a friendly air hockey tournament at Boxcar, one of Raleigh’s most popular arcade bars.

Explore More Triangle Events

The Triangle region continues to offer something for everyone, from family-friendly programs and outdoor fitness to comedy, music, and nightlife. Whether you’re exploring Downtown Raleigh, Durham, Cary, or Carrboro, Monday nights in the Triangle are far from boring.

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The Triangle Entertainment Guide Tuesday September 30th Edition

Looking for free things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond this Tuesday? From outdoor adventures and kid-friendly programs to yoga in the park, open mics, and live music, the Triangle has something for everyone on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Explore today’s highlights below and make your Tuesday unforgettable.

🌿 Take a Child Outside Week: Self-guided Scavenger Hunt

Time: All Day | Cost: FREE

Location: JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh

Enjoy a nature adventure with your kids by exploring the Arboretum’s gardens through a fun self-guided scavenger hunt.

🍻 Oktoberfest

Time: All Day | Cost: FREE

Location: Ponysaurus Brewing Co., Raleigh

Celebrate Oktoberfest at one of Raleigh’s favorite breweries with seasonal brews and community vibes.

👶 North Hills Kids: Senses & Smiles

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: The Commons at North Hills, Raleigh

A morning filled with sensory activities and smiles designed especially for young children.

🔬 Incredible Science

Time: 1:30 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh

Spark curiosity with hands-on science experiments and fascinating demonstrations.

🐾 Window on Animal Health

Time: 1:30 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Nature Research Center, Raleigh

Learn from animal health experts at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences about the latest in veterinary science.

🎨 Adult Coloring Night

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham

Unwind with friends, craft beer, and coloring sheets for a creative stress-free evening.

🏃 Bond Brothers Run Club

Time: 6:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary

Join this welcoming weekly run club, perfect for all levels, followed by post-run beers.

🖌️ Artful Evenings: Live Art

Time: 6:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: JB Duke Hotel, Durham

Experience live art demonstrations and a relaxing creative atmosphere.

🧘 Free Yoga in Durham Central Park

Time: 6:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Durham Central Park, Durham

Stretch, breathe, and relax with a free community yoga session in the heart of Durham.

🍽️ Free Community Meal

Time: 6:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, Durham

Enjoy a free meal with neighbors and connect with your community.

🎶 Beer & Banjos Raleigh

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, Raleigh

Catch live Americana, bluegrass, and folk music in a cozy setting.

🎨 Crafts & Drafts

Time: 6:30 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh

Sip local brews while getting hands-on with DIY crafts.

🎵 Music Bingo

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Play bingo with a musical twist and win fun prizes!

🎶 Beer & Banjos Carrboro

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Enjoy another installment of live banjo-driven tunes in Carrboro.

🎮 Video Game Night

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop, Durham

Challenge friends to classic and modern video games while sipping mead.

🎤 Open Mic – Yonder

Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, Hillsborough

Share your talent or cheer on local performers at this welcoming open mic night.

💃 Weekly Swing Dancing + Lesson

Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Cost: Pay What You Can

Location: Back Studio Stomp, Durham

Learn swing dance basics and dance the night away with friends.

🎤 Karaoke Night

Time: 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Sing your heart out while enjoying arcade games and drinks.

😂 Backyard Bar Comedy Night

Time: 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: The Backyard Bar, Apex

Catch local comedians for a night of laughs under the stars.

🎶 Open Mic with a Live Band

Time: 9:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. | Cost: FREE

Location: Slim’s, Raleigh

Step on stage with a live band backing you at Slim’s Downtown.

Make the Most of Your Tuesday

Whether you’re bringing kids to explore nature, grabbing a beer with friends, or jumping on stage at an open mic, Triangle Tuesdays are packed with free fun. Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Apex, and Hillsborough all have events that make this Tuesday one to remember.

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Triangle Event Guide Tuesday August 12th Edition

Looking for something to do this Tuesday? The Triangle is packed with free events for all ages, from outdoor art festivals and science programs to open mics, trivia nights, and live music. Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, or the surrounding area, there’s something happening near you.

All-Day Fun

🎨 Uproar Festival of Public Art – Orange County

📍 Various Locations | FREE

Enjoy an inspiring day exploring large-scale outdoor art installations in communities across Orange County.

Morning Events

🍎 Free Food Giveaway – Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC

🕘 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | 📍 Bennett Baptist Church, Bennett | FREE

🎬 Free Summer Movies – Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse & Migration

🕤 9:30 a.m. | 📍 Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12 | FREE

🎥 Free Kids’ Movie – The Iron Giant

🕙 10:00 a.m. | 📍 Triangle Cinemas @ Six Forks | FREE

📚 Storytime with Barnaby D. Troll

🕥 10:30 a.m. | 📍 Durham Central Park | FREE

Midday Activities

🧘 Free Yoga at Frontier RTP

🕛 12:00 p.m. | 📍 The Frontier, RTP | FREE

🔬 Incredible Science

🕜 1:30 p.m. | 📍 NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh | FREE

🐾 Window on Animal Health

🕜 1:30 p.m. | 📍 Nature Research Center, Raleigh | FREE

🎨 Monthly Reflections Tour – For People with Dementia & Their Partners

🕑 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | 📍 Nasher Museum of Art, Durham | FREE

Afternoon & Evening Events

🌸 Evening Garden Stroll

🕓 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | 📍 JC Raulston Arboretum | FREE

🎨 Adult Coloring Night

🕕 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 📍 Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham | FREE

🏃 Bond Brothers Run Club

🕕 6:00 p.m. | 📍 Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary | FREE

🧘 Free Yoga – Durham Central Park

🕕 6:00 p.m. | FREE

🍎 From Orchard to Glass

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 Ment Beverage Co., Durham | FREE

🎶 Beer & Banjos Raleigh

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 Bowstring Pizza & Brewyard, Raleigh | FREE

🐴 Pony Ride – Ponysaurus Brewing

🕡 6:30 p.m. | 📍 Durham | FREE

💃 Capital Squares: Free Square Dance Open House

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 St. James United Methodist Church, Raleigh | FREE

🧠 Jeopardy Bar League Trivia

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 Edit Beer Co., Raleigh | FREE

🎵 Music Bingo – Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | FREE

🎶 Beer & Banjos Carrboro

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | 📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro | FREE

🎤 Open Mic Night with Jonathan Hose

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 📍 Downtown Public House, Wilson | FREE

🎮 Video Game Night – Moon Dog Meadery

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 📍 Durham | FREE

🎤 Ruckus Open Mic with Brian Jones

🕖 7:00 p.m. | 📍 Ruckus Pizza, Mission Valley, Raleigh | FREE

🎤 Open Mic – Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew

🕢 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | 📍 Hillsborough | FREE

😂 Backyard Bar Comedy Night

🕣 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | 📍 The Backyard Bar, Apex | FREE

🎶 Open Mic with Live Band – Slim’s Downtown Raleigh

🕘 9:00 p.m. – Midnight | FREE

✅ Plan Your Tuesday in the Triangle

From art walks to science fun, live music, and open mics, there’s a free event for every mood today.

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