Triangle Entertainment Guide Wednesday, August 20th Edition

Looking for things to do this Wednesday in the Triangle? From free family-friendly fun to live music, movies, and even stargazing, today’s lineup is packed with exciting events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and beyond. Best of all—many of them are FREE!

All-Day & Morning Events

🌟 Uproar Festival of Public Art

📍 Various Locations | ⏰ All Day | 💲 FREE

Enjoy vibrant public art installations across Orange County, perfect for a midweek cultural adventure.

🌟 Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science

📍 Museum of Life + Science, Durham | ⏰ 10 AM – 5 PM | 💲 FREE for Durham County residents

Explore interactive exhibits, science fun, and nature trails—ideal for families.

🌟 Artful Story Time: Summer Sounds

📍 NC Museum of Art, Raleigh | ⏰ 10:30 AM – 11 AM | 💲 FREE

A creative story time experience for little ones, blending art and music.

🌟 Nature Families: Fish Tales

📍 Crowder County Park, Apex | ⏰ 11 AM – 12 PM | 💲 FREE

Families can dive into the world of fish with stories and hands-on fun.

🌟 Incredible Science

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

Mind-blowing science demonstrations for curious kids (and adults!).

🌟 Window on Animal Health

📍 Nature Research Center, Raleigh | ⏰ 1:30 PM | 💲 FREE

Learn about animal wellness from expert researchers.

Afternoon Fun

🌟 Market Bunch Kids’ Activities

📍 Carrboro Farmers’ Market | ⏰ 3 PM – 6 PM | 💲 FREE

Hands-on fun for kids while parents shop local produce.

🌟 Summer BreakOUT!

📍 Downtown Cary Park | ⏰ 4 PM – 10 PM | 💲 FREE

Bubble artists, magic shows, Wicked-themed fun, and more—a full afternoon of entertainment.

🌟 Pay What You Can Farm Stand

📍 Raleigh City Farm | ⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM | 💲 FREE

Fresh, local produce available for all budgets.

🌟 Board Game Night

📍 PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, Raleigh | ⏰ 4 PM – 10 PM | 💲 FREE

Grab a drink and get your game on with friends.

🌟 Free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park

📍 Raleigh | ⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 💲 FREE

Stretch, balance, and connect with the community

Evening Entertainment

🎶 Live After 5 Concert Series: Chatham Rabbits & Jack the Radio

📍 City Plaza, Raleigh | ⏰ 6 PM – 9 PM | 💲 FREE

A Triangle summer tradition—live local music in the heart of downtown.

🎬 Downtown Cary Park Movie Series: Wicked

📍 Cary | ⏰ 6 PM – 10 PM | 💲 FREE

A magical evening under the stars with a fan-favorite film.

🌿 Wine + Weed (Learn About Plants & Farming)

📍 Raleigh City Farm | ⏰ 6 PM – 7 PM | 💲 FREE

Discover the connection between viticulture and sustainable farming.

🍷 Wine Down Wednesday

📍 La Vita Dolce, Southern Village | ⏰ 6 PM – 8 PM | 💲 FREE

Live music, good vibes, and wine specials.

🎲 Game Night

📍 The Glass Jug Taproom, Durham | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 💲 FREE

🎤 Open Mic Night

📍 Fair Game Beverage Co., Pittsboro | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 9 PM | 💲 FREE

🥁 Raleigh Drum Circle & Hoop Jam

📍 Pullen Park | ⏰ 7 PM – 8:30 PM | 💲 FREE

💃 Ballroom Dancing with Live Music

📍 Pullen Community Center, Raleigh | ⏰ 7 PM – 9 PM | 💲 $8

🌍 Durham-Chapel Hill International Folk Dancers

📍 Carol Woods Fitness Center, Chapel Hill | ⏰ 7 PM – 9:30 PM | 💲 FREE

🧵 Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night

📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro | ⏰ 7 PM – 11 PM | 💲 FREE

✨ Stargazing from The Willard Rooftop

📍 The Willard Rooftop Lounge, Raleigh | ⏰ 8 PM – 10 PM | 💲 FREE

🎤 Karaoke Night at The Backyard Bar

📍 Apex | ⏰ 8 PM – 10:30 PM | 💲 FREE

🎤 Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery

📍 Durham | ⏰ 8 PM – 11:45 PM | 💲 FREE

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