Triangle Event Guide โ€“ Top Things To Do on Tuesday April 7th

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and across the Triangle this Tuesday? From free community events and brewery meetups to family-friendly activities and unbeatable food deals, hereโ€™s your curated DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide for Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

All-Day Deals & Ongoing Events

Take advantage of these all-day specials and experiences happening across the Triangle:

Wendyโ€™s Deal โ€“ Free fries and a Frosty (if there was a dunk in the NCAA Championship game) ๐Ÿ•’ All Day | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE | ๐Ÿ“ Wendyโ€™s (multiple locations)

North Carolina Science Festival โ€“ Month-long celebration of science ๐Ÿ•’ All Day | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE | ๐Ÿ“ Various locations across NC

Discount Movie Tuesday โ€“ Tickets for just $6.25 ๐Ÿ•’ All Day | ๐Ÿ’ฒ $6.25 | ๐Ÿ“ The Lumina Theater, Chapel Hill

Literary Peeps Diorama Exhibit โ€“ Vote for your favorites ๐Ÿ•’ During library hours | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE | ๐Ÿ“ Orange County Public Library, Hillsborough


Morning & Midday Events

Start your day with networking, family fun, or casual vibes:

Coffee & Connection ๐Ÿ•˜ 9:00 AM โ€“ 11:00 AM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ The Williams House Craft Taproom, Cary

North Hills Kids: Hop Into Spring ๐Ÿ•ค 9:30 AM โ€“ 11:00 AM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ The Commons at North Hills, Raleigh

Tequila Tuesday at bmc brewing ๐Ÿ•š 11:00 AM โ€“ 8:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ Discounted ๐Ÿ“ Pittsboro


Afternoon & Early Evening Fun

Looking for laid-back social events or hobbies? Check these out:

Magic: The Gathering Meet Up ๐Ÿ•“ 4:00 PM โ€“ 10:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Oaklyn Springs Brewery, Fuquay-Varina

Free Line Dancing Class ๐Ÿ•• 6:00 PM โ€“ 7:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ The Snow Approach, Hillsborough

Bond Brothers Run Club ๐Ÿ•• 6:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary

Chess Club ๐Ÿ•• 6:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell


Evening Events & Nightlife

From live music to trivia, bingo, and moreโ€”Tuesday nights in the Triangle are anything but boring:

Craft & Draft (Raleigh) ๐Ÿ•ก 6:30 PM โ€“ 8:30 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Crank Arm Brewing

Company Craft & Draft Tuesdays (Durham) ๐Ÿ•ก 6:30 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Crank Arm Brewing

Beer & Banjos (Raleigh) ๐Ÿ•ก 6:30 PM โ€“ 9:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard

Beer & Banjos (Carrboro) ๐Ÿ•– 7:00 PM โ€“ 9:30 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Speakeasy

Music Bingo ๐Ÿ•– 7:00 PM โ€“ 9:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Game Night + $6 Drafts ๐Ÿ•– 7:00 PM โ€“ 10:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ The Williams House Craft Taproom, Cary

Video Game Night ๐Ÿ•– 7:00 PM โ€“ 11:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Moon Dog Meadery, Durham

Karaoke Night ๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM โ€“ 11:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Open Jam Session ๐Ÿ•˜ 9:00 PM | ๐Ÿ’ฒ FREE ๐Ÿ“ Slimโ€™s, Raleigh


Final Thoughts

Whether youโ€™re looking for free events, family-friendly activities, or a fun night out with friends, the Triangle has something happening every hour of the day. From community gatherings and fitness meetups to live music and game nights, Tuesday is packed with opportunities to explore Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond.

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Triangle Event Guide: Black History Month Edition (2026) โ€” Events Across The Triangle

February is Black History Month, and across the Triangle โ€” including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Carrboro, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, and surrounding communities โ€” organizations are hosting programs that celebrate Black culture, history, arts, resilience, and community leadership.

This curated guide highlights major events, educational opportunities, performances, cultural festivals, and family-friendly activities happening throughout the month.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Be sure to follow individual event links or venue pages for full details, registration, and updates.

Early Kickoff Events

January 31, 2026

Musical Storytime: Celebrating Tina Turner

11:00 AMโ€“12:00 PM | FREE

Liberation Station Bookstore โ€” Raleigh

Living in Color Exhibit Opening Reception

1:00โ€“3:30 PM | FREE

Chapel at Dix Park โ€” Raleigh

February 1โ€“7 Highlights

February 1

Living in Color Artist Exhibit โ€” Dix Park (FREE) Breach of Peace Performance (Apex Black History Month Series) โ€” FREE Black History Month Concert (Carrboro) โ€” FREE

February 2

A Century of Black History Commemorations

Carrboro | FREE

Educational discussion featuring historians and cultural leaders.

February 4

Senior Black History Bingo

Carrboro | FREE

February 6

Hayti Heritage Center Trip (Carrboro) Black History Walking Tour โ€” Wake Forest (FREE) SoulFULL Celebrations Cooking Demo โ€” Cary (FREE)

February 7

Major celebration day featuring:

Black History Month Celebration โ€” John Chavis Memorial Park (Raleigh) Stagville Historic Site Freedom Tours (Multiple Times) Duke Homestead History Tours Liberation Listening Session โ€” Raleigh

Mid-Month Cultural Events

February 9

Black History Commemorations Discussion Series

Carrboro | FREE

February 12

Black History Trivia Night

Apex Senior Center | FREE

February 13

Wake Forest Black History Walking Tour

FREE

Valentineโ€™s Weekend + Cultural Programming

February 14

Duke Homestead Tours (FREE) Living in Color Exhibit โ€” Dix Park Jazz, R&B & Funk Concert โ€” Cary Arts Center

February 15

Highlights include:

A Raisin in the Sun Film Screening โ€” Cary Theater Black History Theater Production โ€” Carrboro Community Concert Programming โ€” Carrboro

Arts, Film & Cultural Conversations (Feb 19โ€“22)

February 19

The Color Purple Screening

Cary Theater

February 20

Wake Forest Walking Tour Black Superhero Gallery โ€” City of Raleigh Museum

February 21

Major highlights:

Bill Traylor Art Programs โ€” Cary Spades Tournament โ€” Apex Black History Trolley Tour โ€” Raleigh Emancipation Day Program โ€” Historic Oak View Book Harvest Celebration โ€” Durham

February 22

Living History Event โ€” Carrboro Performance: Indivisible by Dr. Sonny Kelly Black History Concert Series

Late-Month Events & Cultural Celebrations

February 24

Art Cart Inspired by Black History

Downtown Cary Park | FREE

February 27

Black Expressions Art Exhibit Reception โ€” Holly Springs Black & Nerdy Gamers Community Night โ€” Cary Live Performance Showcase โ€” Holly Springs

Major Finale Events: February 28

Key Highlights Include:

25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration

North Carolina Museum of Art โ€” Raleigh

FREE festival with performances, storytelling, vendors, panels, and cultural programming.

For the Culture Food Truck Festival

Durham Central Park

FREE community festival celebrating Black food, culture, and entrepreneurship.

Black History Month Celebration โ€” Southeast Raleigh YMCA

FREE community event highlighting culture and contributions.

Additional programming includes:

Youth Advocacy Summit โ€” Cary Health & Wellness Fair โ€” Carrboro Historic Tours at Duke Homestead Living in Color Exhibit Finale Willie Hinton Collection Performance โ€” Cary Arts Center

Why Black History Month Matters in the Triangle

The Triangle has a deep legacy of:

Civil rights leadership Black entrepreneurship Historically Black neighborhoods and institutions Arts, music, and cultural innovation Educational excellence and advocacy

Events throughout the month provide opportunities to:

โœ” Learn local history

โœ” Support Black artists and businesses

โœ” Engage in cultural dialogue

โœ” Celebrate community achievements

โœ” Inspire future generations

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The Triangle Event Guide Things To Do Friday January 30th Edition

Looking for free and affordable things to do around Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and beyond? This Triangle Event Guide for Friday, January 30, 2026, is packed with free food, live music, art openings, trivia, tastings, movie nights, and community events happening all across the region.

Whether youโ€™re celebrating National Croissant Day, catching a Final Friday art reception, or enjoying live music and brewery events, thereโ€™s something for everyoneโ€”without breaking the bank.


Food & Drink Highlights

Free Butter Croissant for National Croissant Day

All Day | FREE | Lidl (participating locations)

Celebrate National Croissant Day with a free butter croissant at participating Lidl stores across the Triangle.

Tasting at Ten โ€“ Free Coffee Tasting

10:00 AM | FREE | Counter Culture Coffee HQ, Durham

Enjoy a guided coffee tasting at Counter Cultureโ€™s headquarters and training center.

Free Distillery Tour & Tasting

6:00 โ€“ 8:00 PM | FREE | Mystic Farm & Distillery, Durham


Daytime Events & Family-Friendly Activities

Winter Storytime at JC Raulston Arboretum

10:00 โ€“ 11:00 AM | $5 | JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh

Houseplants & Pottery Sale

10:00 AM โ€“ 6:00 PM | Loganโ€™s Garden Center at the NC Farmers Market

Curatorโ€™s Tour: โ€œBill Bamberger: Boys Will Be Menโ€

3:30 โ€“ 4:30 PM | FREE | Ackland Art Museum, Chapel Hill


Live Music, Arts & Evening Events

Live Music: Emily Musolino & Azul

5:30 โ€“ 7:00 PM | FREE | Boxyard RTP

Final Friday Reception: โ€œAnything Goesโ€

6:00 โ€“ 8:00 PM | FREE | Cary Gallery of Artists

Teen Science Cafรฉ

6:00 โ€“ 8:00 PM | FREE | Morehead Planetarium, Chapel Hill

Free Turkish Music Concert

6:00 โ€“ 8:30 PM | FREE | Turkish House, Cary

Art Openings in Hillsborough

From the Heart โ€“ Margaret Lane Gallery (6โ€“9 PM | FREE) Proximity โ€“ Hillsborough Gallery of Arts (6โ€“9 PM | FREE)

Final Friday Cary Art Loop

6:00 โ€“ 9:00 PM | FREE | Downtown Cary


Breweries, Games & Nightlife

Vinyl Night

6:00 โ€“ 9:00 PM | FREE | Sneaky Penguin Brewing, Raleigh

Live DJ: Al Ski-Love

6:00 โ€“ 9:00 PM | FREE | Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

Queer Game Night

6:00 โ€“ 9:00 PM | FREE | Speakeasy, Carrboro

Live Music: Grace Lucia

7:00 โ€“ 9:30 PM | FREE | White Street Brewing, Wake Forest

Bombshell Beer Company 12-Year Anniversary

7:00 โ€“ 10:00 PM | FREE | Bombshell Beer Company, Holly Springs

Storytelling Open Mic Night

7:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

Bounce & Brews DJ Night

7:00 โ€“ 9:00 PM | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Karaoke Bingo Nights

7:00 โ€“ 10:00 PM | FREE | KลMANA Brewing, Cary

Hoppy Hour Cinema Movie Series

7:00 โ€“ 10:00 PM | FREE | The Glass Jug Downtown, Durham

Video Game Night

7:00 โ€“ 11:00 PM | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham

Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic

8:00 โ€“ 11:00 PM | FREE | Durty Bull Brewing, Durham

Karaoke with Mega Mike

8:00 โ€“ 11:00 PM | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing, Raleigh

Hypnotic Focus: Cerebral Dance & Flow

9:00 PM | FREE | Speakeasy, Carrboro


Make the Most of Your Friday Night

From free croissants and coffee tastings to art walks, live music, trivia, movies, and karaoke, Friday night in the Triangle offers endless ways to explore your community without spending muchโ€”or anything at all.

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The Triangle Event Guide: Weekend Edition โ€“ Fridayโ€“Sunday December 12โ€“14th

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and across the Triangle this weekend? From free Santa photos and holiday markets to Christmas light displays, parades, live music, and family-friendly events, the DoRaleigh Triangle Weekend Event Guide is packed with festive fun for all ages.

Whether youโ€™re planning a full weekend itinerary or just looking for one standout event, hereโ€™s whatโ€™s happening across the Triangle from Friday, December 12 through Sunday, December 14, 2025.

๐ŸŽ„ Friday, December 12, 2025

Kick off the weekend with holiday deals, light displays, cultural events, and plenty of free activities.

Highlights & Free Events

Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozen โ€“ Buy a dozen, get a dozen for $1 All Day | $1 | Krispy Kreme (multiple locations) Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops Santaโ€™s Wonderland All Day | FREE | Multiple locations Cary Gingerbread House Competition All Day | FREE | Downtown Cary North Carolina Executive Mansion Holiday Open House 10:00 AMโ€“5:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh Holiday Open House at the NC State Capitol 10:00 AMโ€“3:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh Nature Tales for Children 10:00โ€“11:00 AM | FREE | NC Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill

Afternoon & Evening Events

Illuminate Art Walk 4:45 PM | FREE | Downtown Raleigh Moore Square Winterfaire 5:00โ€“9:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh Soulful Holiday Open House 5:30โ€“9:00 PM | FREE | John Chavis Memorial Park 18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market 5:00โ€“9:00 PM | FREE | NC State Fairgrounds Santaโ€™s Trolley 5:00โ€“8:00 PM | $15 | Mordecai Historic Park North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival 6:00โ€“10:00 PM | Paid | Koka Booth Amphitheatre

Lights, Music & Nightlife

Christmas light displays in Wendell, Wake Forest, Wilson, Cary, Middlesex Free concerts, karaoke, comedy open mics, trivia, and brewery events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs

๐ŸŽ… Saturday, December 13, 2025

Saturday is packed with parades, markets, Santa events, tours, and holiday traditions across the Triangle.

Morning & Daytime Events

Durham Holiday Parade 10:00 AM | FREE | Downtown Durham Knightdale Christmas Parade 10:00 AM | FREE | Knightdale Happy Holly Days Parade 10:00 AMโ€“12:00 PM | FREE | Holly Springs Durham Craft Market 8:00 AMโ€“12:00 PM | FREE | Durham Central Park Santa Express at New Hope Valley Railway Multiple times | Paid | New Hill Free Holiday Mug Giveaway at Loweโ€™s 10:00 AM | FREE | Multiple locations Holiday Open House at the Executive Mansion 10:00 AMโ€“5:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh

Family & Community Events

Festive Family Fun Day โ€“ City of Raleigh Museum Free Toy Giveaways โ€“ Shaw University, Kingdom Life Church, AJโ€™s Cheesecakes Shop Local Raleigh: Holidays on Hammell Moore Square Winterfaire & Santa Meet-and-Greet

Afternoon & Evening Highlights

Krampus Walk & Krampus Night Market โ€“ Durham Winter Lantern Walk โ€“ NC Museum of Art Illuminate Art Walk โ€“ Downtown Raleigh Live Nativities & Walk-Through Christmas Dramas โ€“ Raleigh, Durham, Apex, Creedmoor Christmas Light Farms & Hayrides โ€“ Clayton, Cary, Middlesex

Night Events

Skywatching: Geminid Meteor Shower โ€“ Stagville & West Point on the Eno Live music, comedy showcases, karaoke nights, and movie screenings throughout the Triangle

๐ŸŽ Sunday, December 14, 2025

Wrap up the weekend with relaxed, family-friendly holiday events.

Sunday Highlights

Holiday Kiln Opening at Mark Hewitt Pottery 12:00โ€“5:00 PM | FREE | Pittsboro Moore Square Winterfaire 10:00 AMโ€“4:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh Durham Craft Market Holiday Edition 10:00 AMโ€“4:00 PM | FREE | Durham Santa Express at New Hope Valley Railway Multiple times | Paid Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops & Nordstrom All Day | FREE Hike with a Naturalist 9:30โ€“11:00 AM | FREE | Historic Yates Mill Park

๐ŸŽ„ Plan Your Triangle Weekend

This weekend is one of the busiest holiday weekends of the season in the Triangle, with hundreds of free and low-cost events for families, couples, and groups of friends. Many Santa events and trolley rides require advance reservations, so plan ahead where needed.

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The Triangle Event Guide Wednesday December 10th Edition

The Triangle is full of free holiday fun, local brewery events, creative meetups, community concerts, and seasonal light displays. From Santa photos at Bass Pro to poetry nights, drum circles, food distribution services, and family programming, today offers something special in every city.

Use this DoRaleigh.com daily guide to plan your Wednesday across Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, Apex, Pittsboro, Wake Forest, Wendell, Wilson, and Holly Springs.

๐ŸŽ… All-Day & Morning Events

Free Santa Photos โ€” Santaโ€™s Wonderland

All Day | FREE | Bass Pro Shops (multiple locations)

A beloved holiday tradition with free Santa photos and festive displays. Expect seasonal dรฉcor, holiday cheer, and family activities.

Cary Gingerbread House Competition

All Day | FREE | Downtown Cary

Browse downtown Cary and view dazzling gingerbread house creations by bakers, artists, kids, and local families.

Holly Springs Small Business Network

9:00 amโ€“10:00 am | FREE | Bombshell Beer Company, Holly Springs

Local entrepreneurs, makers, and creatives meet to network and discuss small business growth in Holly Springs.

Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event

9:30 am | FREE | Eubanks Road Park & Ride Lot, Chapel Hill

A community-based food distribution event providing resources and groceries to families and individuals in need.

Total Tot Time โ€” Kids Free Play

10:00 amโ€“12:00 pm | FREE | W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

A supervised free play experience for children up to age 5, featuring toys, movement, and parent interaction.

Board Game Night (Early Start)

12:00 pmโ€“10:00 pm | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

An all-day casual board game social with great brewery vibes โ€” ideal for remote workers, game lovers, and friends.

๐ŸŒฟ Educational & Afternoon Events

Window on Animal Health

1:30 pm | FREE | Nature Research Center, NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh

Learn more about veterinary science, wildlife health, and research insights with this free educational program.

Menchieโ€™s Celebrates Disneyโ€™s โ€˜Percy Jacksonโ€™

3:00 pm | FREE | Menchieโ€™s Frozen Yogurt (multiple locations)

Get free frozen yogurt and toppings while celebrating Disneyโ€™s new Percy Jackson release โ€” a fun family treat.

Board Game Night (Second Edition)

4:00 pmโ€“10:00 pm | FREE | PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, Raleigh

Another Triangle gaming session with relaxed community vibes and great beverages.

Illuminate Art Walk โ€” Downtown Raleigh

4:45 pm | FREE | Downtown Raleigh

Walk through illuminated public art displays, creative lighting installations, murals, and holiday-themed activations.

๐ŸŒŒ Evening Events, Yoga, and Light Displays

Free Acro Yoga โ€” Indoor

5:30 pmโ€“8:30 pm | FREE | Pullen Park, Raleigh

A welcoming community acro yoga meetup โ€” perfect for beginners or experienced participants.

Piper Lights

5:30 pmโ€“9:00 pm | FREE | Wake Forest

A cheerful, family-friendly holiday light display featuring music, movement, and festive dรฉcor.

Contentnea Fire Department Holiday Lights

5:30 pmโ€“9:00 pm | FREE | Wilson

A charming neighborhood display with community spirit and Christmas lights.

Lake Myra Christmas Lights

5:30 pmโ€“10:00 pm | FREE | Wendell

One of the Triangleโ€™s most impressive synchronized light shows โ€” a regional favorite.

Poetry at The Plant

6:00 pmโ€“7:00 pm | FREE | Fair Game Beverage Co., Pittsboro

Local poets and literary creatives gather for readings, reflection, storytelling, and warm beverages.

Crokinole

6:00 pmโ€“8:00 pm | FREE | Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

A casual social meetup to learn and play the classic game of crokinole in a laid-back brewery environment.

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival

6:00 pmโ€“10:00 pm | $16.74โ€“$30.64 | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary

Massive illuminated lanterns, cultural performances, and brilliant installations transform Cary into a glowing wonderland.

๐ŸŽจ Creativity, Crafting & Community

Bring Your Own Craft Night

6:30 pmโ€“9:30 pm | FREE | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

Bring knitting, embroidery, art journaling, or any portable project and connect with other creatives.

Jazz for the Holidays

7:00 pm | FREE | Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Durham

A warm and seasonal community jazz concert to celebrate holiday melodies.

Triangle String Orchestra โ€” Holiday Concert

7:00 pm | FREE | Carswell Auditorium, Meredith College, Raleigh

A beautiful showcase of local orchestral talent performing festive classics.

Raleigh Drum Circle & Hoop Jam

7:00 pmโ€“8:30 pm | FREE | Method Road Park, Raleigh

An energetic outdoor gathering featuring drumming, movement, hoop dance, and community rhythm.

Stitch Nโ€™ Bitch Craft Night

7:00 pmโ€“11:00 pm | FREE | Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

Bring a craft project, enjoy great beer, and unwind with fellow makers and creatives.

๐ŸŽค Trivia, Karaoke & Nightlife

Karaoke Night โ€” Apex

8:00 pmโ€“10:30 pm | FREE | The Backyard Bar, Apex

Sing, unwind, and enjoy an evening of community karaoke.

Weekly Skee Ball Tournament

8:00 pmโ€“10:30 pm | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Great for groups, competitive spirits, or casual arcade fun.

Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery

8:00 pmโ€“11:45 pm | FREE | Durham

Sip locally crafted mead and enjoy a festive karaoke night downtown.

Open Mic Week โ€” Cary

8:00 pm | FREE | Abbey Road Cary

A creative showcase for musicians, poets, singers, and performers.

Beer Pong Tournament

8:30 pmโ€“11:00 pm | FREE | Boxcar Bar & Arcade, Raleigh

Compete in a playful beer pong tournament with prizes and lively energy.

โญ Your Triangle Wednesday Plan

Wednesday, December 10th offers free family programs, kid-friendly play time, brewery game nights, holiday lights, craft meetups, concerts, poetry hours, yoga events, and late-night arcade tournaments.

Whether you want fun for kids, a date night, creative community time, or nighttime adventure โ€” the Triangle has something happening everywhere.

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