Triangle Event Guide Things to Do Around Raleigh, Durham, Cary & the Triangle – Thursday, June 25, 2026

Looking for the best things to do in the Triangle today? From free family activities and live music to outdoor adventures, food giveaways, trivia, and community events, there’s something happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, Mebane, Pittsboro, and Carrboro on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

Whether you’re searching for free events in Raleigh today, live entertainment, or family-friendly activities, DoRaleigh has you covered.

Top Things to Do in the Triangle Today

🚲 Learn to Ride at Dix Park (FREE)

9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park – Raleigh

New riders can build confidence during this free Learn to Ride program. Registration is required.

🌳 Historic Oakwood Cemetery Walking Tour (FREE)

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Historic Oakwood Cemetery – Raleigh

Take a guided stroll through one of Raleigh’s most historic landmarks while learning about the city’s rich history.

🎬 Free Kids Movie: Curious George

10:00 a.m.
Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks – Raleigh

Enjoy a free family movie featuring the beloved Curious George.

🍎 Community Food Distribution Events

• 1:00 p.m. – Free Community Food Distribution at Imani Metropolitan Community Church (Durham)
• 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day (Durham)

These community programs help provide free food resources to local residents.

🎒 Kick-off to Kindergarten at Marbles Kids Museum

3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Marbles Kids Museum – Raleigh

Families with rising year-round kindergartners can enjoy this special educational event. Registration is required.

Arts, Music & Culture

• Craft Night at the North Carolina Museum of Art (5:30–8:00 p.m.)
• Taking Back Thursday Live Music at Boxyard RTP (5:30–7:30 p.m.)
• Gallery Guide Tour: American Experience at the Nasher Museum of Art (6:00–7:00 p.m.)
• Durham Beer & Banjos at Old Mill Farm (6:00–8:00 p.m.)
• Unisong Guided Song Circles at People’s Solidarity Hub (6:30–8:00 p.m.)

Live Music Around the Triangle

Music lovers have plenty of options this evening:

• JT Parrothead at Blackbird Brewery (Wake Forest)
• Live Music at Blackbird Brewery
• Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park (Raleigh)
• Vinyl Nights at Gizmo Brew Works (Durham)
• Open Mic Night at Steel String Brewery – Pluck Farm (Mebane)
• Jazz: The Session at Bond Brothers Eastside (Cary)

Games, Trivia & Nightlife

Looking for something fun after work?

• Music Bingo at Fortnight Brewing (Cary)
• N64 Tournament at The Glass Jug Downtown Durham
• Public Domain Movie Night at bmc brewing (Pittsboro)
• Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery (Durham)
• Air Hockey Tournament at Boxcar Durham
• Skee Ball Tournament at Boxcar Raleigh
• Karaoke hosted by Empress at Speakeasy (Carrboro)

Thursday Deals

Don’t miss today’s food deals:

• PrimoHoagies: 50% off Primo Size American Hoagies at participating locations.
• Whole Foods Market: 50% off select ice cream and frozen treats.

Plan Your Thursday

Whether you’re spending the day with family, looking for a free date night, enjoying live music, or exploring local museums and parks, Thursday is packed with affordable and free events throughout the Triangle.

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Triangle Event Guide Weekend Edition (June 5-7, 2026)

Looking for the best things to do in the Triangle this weekend? From First Friday celebrations and Pride Month events to food festivals, live music, outdoor movies, family-friendly activities, farmers markets, and Stanley Cup watch parties, there is something happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Apex, Fuquay-Varina, and beyond.

Here’s your complete DoRaleigh Weekend Event Guide for June 5-7, 2026.

Friday, June 5 Highlights

Friday kicks off with plenty of free activities and community events throughout the Triangle.

Featured Friday Events

• National Donut Day freebies and deals at participating locations
• Pride First Friday Block Party in Downtown Raleigh
• First Friday Market & Movie featuring Puss in Boots: The Last Wish at Moore Square
• Artspace First Friday and Raleigh Gallery Walk
• USA Baseball Play Ball Weekend in Cary
• Morrisville Music in the Park Pride Celebration
• PLAYlist Concert Series featuring Dom Flemons in Durham
• One Tribe Drum Circle at Dix Park
• First Friday Under the Stars Skywatching Event in Creedmoor
• Front Porch Friday at Haven Farm
• TGI F-Ride at New Hope Valley Railway

Families can also enjoy free story times, bird walks, coffee tastings, and outdoor community events throughout the day.

Saturday, June 6 Highlights

Saturday is packed with festivals, markets, family activities, food events, and live entertainment.

Must-Attend Saturday Events

Raleigh’s International Food Festival

One of the largest events of the weekend returns to City Plaza featuring international cuisine, cultural performances, vendors, and family-friendly entertainment.

Wake County Veterans Stand Down

Veterans can access free services including legal assistance, clothing, haircuts, healthcare resources, and pet veterinary services at William Peace University.

Pollinator Festival

Celebrate nature and learn about local ecosystems at Lake Crabtree County Park.

Boxyard RTP 5th Birthday Celebration

Enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, activities, and community festivities throughout the day.

Chapel Hill Pride Promenade

Celebrate Pride Month with community gatherings, performances, and activities.

Clayton Square to Square Festival

A family-friendly community festival featuring local vendors, entertainment, and activities.

Stanley Cup Finals Watch Parties

Hurricanes fans can gather throughout the Triangle to cheer on Carolina during Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Popular watch party locations include:

• Lenovo Center
• Raleigh Brewing
• Rialto Theatre
• White Street Brewing
• Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company

Sunday, June 7 Highlights

Sunday offers a more relaxed lineup featuring markets, live music, arts events, and community gatherings.

Featured Sunday Events

• Summer Kiln Opening at Mark Hewitt Pottery
• Black Farmers’ Market at Durham Technical Community College
• Cary Underground Market
• Historic Raleigh Trolley Pride Ride
• Drag Me to Brunch in Pittsboro
• Durham Hunger Day
• Sunday Brunch Music at Weaver Street Market
• Raleigh Concert Series featuring Blue Notes Jazz Band
• Guitar Hero Competition at Crank Arm Brewing
• Sundays at Sundown Live Music in Chapel Hill

Families can also enjoy free yoga, board games, open mic events, farmers markets, and community activities throughout the region.

Free Events This Weekend

Some of the best free events happening across the Triangle include:

• First Friday celebrations across Raleigh and Fuquay-Varina
• Raleigh International Food Festival
• Chapel Hill Pride Promenade
• Black Farmers’ Market
• Boxyard RTP Birthday Party
• Pollinator Festival
• USA Baseball Play Ball Weekend
• First Friday Market & Movie
• PLAYlist Concert Series
• Durham Craft Market
• Carrboro Farmers’ Market
• Raleigh Gallery Walk

Plan Your Weekend

Whether you’re celebrating Pride Month, exploring local art, enjoying live music, supporting local businesses, attending family-friendly festivals, or cheering on the Carolina Hurricanes, the Triangle is packed with exciting events this weekend.

Be sure to check venue websites and event organizers for updates, registration requirements, and weather-related changes before attending.

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Triangle Event Guide for Tuesday June 2 Edition – Free Movies, Stanley Cup Watch Parties, Yoga, Live Music & More

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Wendell, Hillsborough, and across the Triangle on Tuesday, June 2, 2026? We’ve rounded up the best free and low-cost events happening today, including Stanley Cup Finals watch parties, outdoor movies, yoga, trivia, live music, run clubs, adoption events, and more.

Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities, nightlife, sports viewing parties, or outdoor fun, the Triangle has something for everyone this Tuesday.

Deals and Discounts

Walgreens Senior Day

All Day
📍 Walgreens (multiple locations)

Rewards members age 55+ can save 20% during Walgreens Senior Day.

$6.25 Tuesday Movies

All Day
📍 The Lumina Theater, Chapel Hill

Enjoy discounted movie tickets all day Tuesday for just $6.25.

Health and Wellness

Free Sunrise Yoga Series

🕗 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
📍 University Place, Chapel Hill
💲 FREE

Start your morning with a relaxing outdoor yoga session.

Bond Brothers Run Club

🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary
💲 FREE

Join fellow runners for an evening group run followed by community socializing.

Food and Drink Events

Tequila Tuesday

🕚 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📍 BMC Brewing, Pittsboro

Enjoy discounted tequila specials throughout the day.

Catalog Cupping: Taste Counter Culture’s Menu

🕐 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Counter Culture Coffee Headquarters & Training Center, Durham
💲 FREE

Sample and learn about Counter Culture Coffee’s current offerings.

Live Music and Entertainment

Brothers Osborne Pre-Watch Party Concert

🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Lenovo Center, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Kick off the evening with a free performance from Brothers Osborne before the big game festivities.

Beer & Banjos

🕡 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Enjoy live bluegrass music, local beer, and a lively community atmosphere.

Beer & Banjos Carrboro

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro
💲 FREE

The popular music series continues in Carrboro.

Open Mic Night

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Slim’s, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Watch local performers or take the stage yourself.

Stanley Cup Finals Watch Parties

Hockey fans across the Triangle can cheer on the action at multiple watch parties tonight:

Stanley Cup Finals Watch Party

🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Moore Square, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Canes Stanley Cup Final Watch Party

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 White Street Brewing, Wake Forest
💲 FREE

Official Stanley Cup Watch Party Outside Lenovo Center

🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Lenovo Center, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Stanley Cup Final Watch Party

🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh
💲 FREE

The Stanley Cup Finals Watch Party

🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Family-Friendly Events

Outdoor Movie at Pullen Park: The SpongeBob Movie

🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Pullen Park, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Bring blankets and lawn chairs for a family movie night under the stars.

Pints and Pups Adoption Event

🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Ponysaurus Brewing Co., Raleigh
💲 FREE

Meet adoptable pets from Hope Animal Shelter while enjoying local brews.

Games, Trivia, and Social Events

Poker Night

🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary
💲 FREE

Chess Club

🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell
💲 FREE

Craft and Draft

🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Craft & Draft Tuesdays

🕡 6:30 PM
📍 Crank Arm Brewing, Durham
💲 FREE

Jeopardy! Bar League Trivia

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh
💲 FREE

Jeopardy! Bar League Trivia

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Edit Beer Co., Raleigh
💲 FREE

Video Game Night

🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop, Durham
💲 FREE

Karaoke Night

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham
💲 FREE

Love Island Watch Party

🕗 8:00 PM
📍 10th & Terrace at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown
💲 FREE

More Free Fun

Free Line Dancing Class

🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 The Snow Approach, Hillsborough
💲 FREE

Get moving and learn new dance steps in a welcoming atmosphere.

Plan Your Tuesday in the Triangle

From outdoor movies and yoga to Stanley Cup Finals watch parties and live music, Tuesday, June 2 offers plenty of opportunities to explore the Triangle. Whether you’re looking for family fun, sports excitement, or a relaxing evening out, there’s no shortage of great events happening today.

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Triangle Event Guide Monday January 12th Edition

Looking for free events in Raleigh, Durham, and Morrisville tonight? The Triangle is kicking off the week with laid-back social gatherings, community celebrations, comedy, karaoke, and game nights—perfect for unwinding without spending a dime. Here’s your DoRaleigh.com Triangle Event Guide for Monday, January 12, 2026.

📍 Monday, January 12, 2026 — Free Triangle Events

📖 Silent Reading Club

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE

📍 The Glass Jug Downtown Durham Taproom

Bring your current read and enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere where reading together is the vibe. Optional discussion and great local brews available.

🎤 Early Karaoke

6:00 PM | FREE

📍 The Northside District

Warm up your vocals early and sing your favorites in this fun, low-pressure karaoke session.

✊ Dream and Create: A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE

📍 Cedar Fork Community Center

A family-friendly community celebration honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through creativity, reflection, and connection.

📚 Smut Book Club

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

📍 Raleigh Brewing

A playful, judgment-free book club centered on romance and spicy reads—plus craft beer and great conversation.

😂 Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

📍 Flying Saucer Raleigh

Laugh your way through Monday night with rotating local comedians and drink specials.

🎲 Board Game Night

7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

📍 Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop

Grab friends (or make new ones) for casual board games paired with mead and a welcoming vibe.

🏒 Air Hockey Tournament

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar and Arcade

Fast-paced competition meets classic arcade fun—test your skills and enjoy a nostalgic night out.

🔎 Why This Matters

Monday nights don’t have to be boring. Whether you’re into books, comedy, community events, or friendly competition, the Triangle offers free, accessible experiences that bring people together.

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The Triangle Event Guide: Friday Edition November 21st Edition

The Triangle comes alive this Friday with holiday kickoffs, family activities, art walks, live music, and foodie events — most of them completely free. Whether you’re in Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Morrisville, or Chapel Hill, there’s something happening from morning to late night.

Use this guide to plan your perfect Friday!

🎁 All-Day Events

Duke Promo: Free Sub at Harris Teeter

All Day | FREE | Select Harris Teeter Locations

Duke fans score big today with a free sub promo at participating Harris Teeter stores.

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops

All Day | FREE | Bass Pro Shops, Multiple Locations

Enjoy free Santa photos, activities, crafts, and festive displays — a family favorite every holiday season.

Sculpture in the Garden

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | FREE ($5 suggested donation) | NC Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill

Explore the region’s largest outdoor sculpture showcase among garden paths and fall blooms.

🌿 Afternoon Events

Calvin Jones House Guided Tour

2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m. | FREE | Wake Forest Historical Museum

Experience Wake Forest history through this docent-led museum tour.

🎄 Evening Holiday Events & Tree Lightings

Tree Lighting Celebration at Waverly Place

5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. | FREE | Waverly Place, Cary

A family-friendly celebration with performances, holiday vendors, treats, and Santa.

Holiday Gift Basket Tasting

5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. | FREE | Self Care Marketplace, Raleigh

Sample artisan holiday gift baskets and seasonal beverages.

Cary Night Market — Holiday Edition

5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Downtown Cary Park

Shop handmade goods, art, holiday décor, food trucks, and live music.

Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting & Holiday Market

5:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. | FREE | Moore Square, Raleigh

One of the Triangle’s biggest holiday traditions — with vendors, entertainment, and free photos with Santa.

Winter Wonderland at Park West Village

5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. | FREE | Park West Village, Morrisville

Snowfall, characters, carriage rides, and glowing holiday activations.

🍽️ Food & Night Market Events

Durham Foodie Fare

5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | FREE | Durham Central Park

A weekly favorite featuring local food vendors, desserts, beverages, and artisan pop-ups.

🔬 Science, Art & Culture

Teen Science Café — Morehead Planetarium

6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. | FREE | Chapel Hill

Teens explore real science topics with hands-on activities and expert speakers.

Third Friday Durham Art Walk

6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Downtown Durham

A monthly celebration of galleries, studios, performances, and public art.

Loose Leaf Gallery — Third Friday Event

6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Durham Food Hall

Pop-up art exhibitions, maker booths, and meet-the-artist sessions.

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival

6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | $16.74–$30.64 | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary

Walk through illuminated large-scale lantern displays and cultural performances.

🍷 Food & Drink Tastings

Free Wine Tasting at Local 919

6:00 p.m. | FREE | Raleigh

Explore a curated selection of seasonal wines.

🎬 Movies, Games & More

“Pay What You Can” Screening of Afloat

6:30 p.m. | Varsity Theatre, Chapel Hill

A community-based film event with flexible admission.

Speed Puzzling Night

6:30 p.m. | FREE | Raleigh Brewing

Race the clock at this fast-paced jigsaw competition.

🎵 Live Music

Grace Lucia (Live Music)

7:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | FREE | White Street Brewing, Wake Forest

Forest Rising Band (Live Music)

7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Lonerider Brewing Company, Raleigh

🎤 Open Mic, Comedy & DJ Nights

Third Space Music Open Mic

7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Lanza’s Cafe, Carrboro

Bounce & Brews DJ Night

7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Video Game Night

7:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham

Rhinestone Country Night

7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. | FREE | Bearded Bee Brewing, Wendell

Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic

8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. | FREE | Durty Bull Brewing Company, Durham

Karaoke with Mega Mike

8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing, Raleigh

A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Showcase

8:00 p.m. | FREE | Vault Craft Beer, Raleigh

🎤 Late Night Fun

Karaoke Bingo Nights

9:00 p.m. | FREE | KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary

Sing, win prizes, and enjoy late-night brews at this crowd favorite.

Plan Your Friday in the Triangle

Whether you’re looking for holiday cheer, family fun, live music, art, or food events, the Triangle is packed with Friday options — most of them free. Bookmark this guide and explore the region one event at a time.

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Triangle Event Guide Thursday November 20th Edition

Looking for the best free events, live music, holiday fun, and nightlife across the Triangle today? This Triangle Event Guide for Thursday, November 20, 2025 brings together the top things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Sanford, and beyond. From Santa photos to beer-and-banjo jams, there’s something for everyone.

🎅 Holiday & Family Events

Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops — Santa’s Wonderland

📅 All Day

📍 Bass Pro Shops (Multiple Locations)

💵 FREE

Celebrate the holiday season with free professional Santa photos, crafts, festive décor, and holiday activities. One of the Triangle’s most popular family attractions every year.

Village District Holiday Open House

⏰ 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

📍 Village District, Raleigh

💵 FREE

Kick off the season with Santa visits, hot cocoa, live music, store specials, and beautifully decorated streets in one of Raleigh’s most beloved shopping districts.

🌿 Arts, Culture & Community

Sculpture in the Garden

⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

📍 North Carolina Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill

💵 FREE (Suggested $5 Donation)

Explore dozens of stunning outdoor sculptures integrated into the natural landscapes of the botanical garden. A perfect daytime outing for art and nature lovers.

Free Food Giveaway with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC

⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

📍 CCCC — Center for Workforce Innovation, Sanford

A community-centered opportunity to pick up free groceries and household staples. Open to all; no ID or pre-registration required.

Get Free Tech Help with a Raleigh Digital Ambassador

⏰ 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

📍 Marsh Creek Community Center, Raleigh

Receive one-on-one help with smartphones, tablets, laptops, apps, and online tools in this hands-on digital literacy session.

Jazz Vespers: A Service of Thanksgiving

⏰ 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

📍 Duke University Chapel

A moving blend of jazz music and spiritual reflection in one of the Triangle’s most iconic spaces.

🍺 Drink Specials, Tastings & Social Events

Bricks & Brews

⏰ 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

📍 Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh

FREE

Enjoy drinks, LEGO builds, community, and creative fun. A great casual hangout after work.

Free Wine Tasting on the Rooftop

⏰ 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

📍 10th & Terrace at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown

Sip complimentary wine with rooftop skyline views — a perfect pre-dinner stop.

Beer and Banjos Durham

⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

📍 Old Mill Farm, Durham

Live folk, bluegrass, and Americana paired with local brews in a cozy farm setting.

Level Up and Sip

⏰ 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

📍 Crank Arm Brewing, Durham

Retro gaming, good beer, and social vibes. Play classic games and compete with friends.

Free Comedy Show

⏰ 7:30 p.m.

📍 Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company, Raleigh

Enjoy local stand-up talent and craft beer in a relaxed taproom atmosphere.

🎵 Live Music Across the Triangle

Live Music: Story Charlemagne

⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

📍 Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

FREE

Live Music at Bearded Bee Brewing Company

⏰ 6:00 p.m.

📍 Wendell

FREE

Irish Music at The Plant

⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

📍 Fair Game Beverage Co., Pittsboro

Traditional Irish tunes in a community-driven outdoor setting.

Jazz Jam Open Mic

⏰ 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

📍 Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

A vibrant open jam session featuring local jazz musicians — all skill levels welcome.

🎮 Games, Community Fun & Nightlife

Game Night

⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

📍 The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner

Board games, brews, and chill vibes.

Vinyl Nights

⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

📍 Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Bring your favorite records or enjoy curated vinyl playlists all night.

Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

⏰ 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

📍 Durham

Play everything from classics to indie tabletop games with the Triangle gaming community.

Free Square Dance Fun Nights

⏰ 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

📍 First United Methodist Church, Cary

A welcoming intro for beginners — no partner required.

Air Hockey Tournament

⏰ 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Skee-Ball Tournament

⏰ 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

Thursday Karaoke at Tap Yard

⏰ 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

📍 Raleigh

Late-night karaoke under the stars at one of Raleigh’s favorite outdoor bars.

🌟 Ticketed Attraction

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival

⏰ 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre

💵 $16.74–$30.64

A dazzling display of large-scale illuminated sculptures, cultural performances, food, and gorgeous waterfront views.

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Your Triangle-wide picks for free fun are here: from holiday photo-ops and science exhibits to live poetry and board game nights — all on Wednesday, November 12.
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The Triangle Events Guide Monday November 10th Edition

Your all-day, all-fun roundup of things to do around the Triangle!

From Cary to Carrboro, Durham to Downtown Raleigh — explore free activities, family fun, food deals, and local happenings. Bookmark this daily guide from DoRaleigh.com to plan your perfect Monday.

🌟 All-Day Highlights

🛼 Cheapskate Day at Skate the Square at Fenton

📍 Fenton, Cary | 💸 $3 Off Admission | ⏰ All Day

Roll into the week with savings! Enjoy $3 off admission at Skate the Square. Bring your friends, grab your skates, and glide through the day at Cary’s coolest pop-up rink.

🔗 Visit Fenton’s website for hours →

🎅 Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops’ Santa’s Wonderland

📍 Multiple Locations | 💸 FREE | ⏰ All Day

Santa’s Wonderland is back! Stop by Bass Pro Shops for a free Santa photo, holiday crafts, and festive fun for all ages. Reservations recommended for photo times.

🥞 Free Original Grand Slam Breakfast

📍 Denny’s (participating locations) | 💸 FREE | ⏰ All Day

Rewards members enjoy a free Original Grand Slam at Denny’s! Sign up online, grab your breakfast favorites, and start Monday deliciously.

🪖 Military Appreciation Week at the NC Zoo

📍 North Carolina Zoo | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Active duty, reserve, veteran, and retired military members receive free admission plus a guest all week long. Explore wildlife, conservation exhibits, and more in Asheboro.

🧩 Morning & Midday Fun

🧩 Drop-in Puzzling & Puzzle Swap

📍 Downtown Cary Park | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Love puzzles? Bring one, swap one, or just relax with a challenge at Downtown Cary Park’s casual puzzle lounge.

👶 Total Tot Time: Free Play for Kids

📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Little ones (up to age 5) can climb, play, and explore in this fun, safe environment for early learners.

🇺🇸 14th Annual Veterans Day Recognition & Celebration

📍 Durham County Social Services Building | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 11:00 a.m.

Honor those who served at Durham’s annual Veterans Day Recognition Program, featuring special guests, live music, and community fellowship.

🍗 Chicken Hut Community Meal Giveaway

📍 The Chicken Hut, Durham | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

400 pre-packaged meals will be distributed to community members facing food insecurity. First come, first served — one of Durham’s most heartwarming local traditions.

🍻 Afternoon & Evening Events

🏈 Monday Night NFL Football Watch Party

📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 3:00–7:00 p.m.

Catch the game with fellow fans at one of Raleigh’s favorite breweries. Enjoy craft beer, good vibes, and plenty of screen time.

🎲 Children’s Bingo

📍 Downtown Cary Park | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.

A family-friendly bingo session full of laughter, small prizes, and snacks. Great way to end the school day!

🍗 Durham Beer Garden: 75¢ Wings

📍 Durham Beer Garden | 💸 $0.75 each | ⏰ 5:00–10:00 p.m.

Grab your crew for Monday Wing Night — dine-in only, with drink specials and a full menu available.

🌙 Nightlife & Creative Meetups

🎤 Open Mic Night

📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 6:00–11:00 p.m.

Take the stage or cheer on local talent at Carrboro’s longest-running open mic series.

📚 Raleigh Brewing’s Smut Book Club

📍 Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Sip craft brews and discuss romance reads in a welcoming, no-judgment space.

😂 Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show

📍 Flying Saucer, Raleigh | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 7:00–9:00 p.m.

Laugh the night away with local comedians and surprise guests — perfect after-work entertainment.

🎨 Adult Coloring Night

📍 KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 7:00–9:00 p.m.

Unwind with brews and creativity at this laid-back art night.

🎲 Game Night

📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 7:00–10:00 p.m.

Board games, group laughs, and craft beer — your Monday social fix in the Warehouse District.

♟️ Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 7:00–11:00 p.m.

Play classics or new finds over mead and cider with fellow board-game lovers.

🕹️ Air Hockey Tournament

📍 Boxcar Bar & Arcade, Raleigh | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 8:00–10:00 p.m.

Show off your reflexes and score bragging rights in this weekly arcade showdown.

🎙️ Carrboro Open Mic at Speakeasy

📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro | 💸 FREE | ⏰ 8:00 p.m.–Midnight

Wrap up the night with live performances and creative energy — an open mic that keeps Carrboro’s artistic spirit alive.

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