The Triangle Entertainment Guide Thursday October 2nd Edition

Looking for the best things to do around the Triangle this Thursday? From free family-friendly activities to live music, art, and Oktoberfest celebrations, October 2, 2025, is packed with entertainment across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, and beyond. Whether you’re into local culture, ghost tours, or simply relaxing with live music, today’s guide has something for everyone.

Start your morning with free food giveaways at Hopkins Chapel Baptist Church in Zebulon (9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.) or enjoy plein air drawing and painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery in Raleigh. Families can explore Bilingual Storytime at the Nasher Museum of Art in Durham (10:30 a.m.) or enjoy the beauty of the Sculpture in the Garden exhibit at the NC Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill.

Midday highlights include Live at Lunch featuring Ed Stephenson Duo at Downtown Cary Park (11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.) and Incredible Science at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh (1:30 p.m.). For theater lovers, PlayMakers offers a free performance of King James at Chatham Community Library at 4:00 p.m.

As the evening kicks off, downtown Raleigh lights up with Jazz in the Square featuring Patrick McGrew Trio and Também at Moore Square (6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.), and the Raleigh Wide Open Kickoff Celebration at NC State’s Centennial Campus (6:00 p.m.). Around the Triangle, enjoy open mic performances in Durham, game nights in Garner and Durham, live music in Wake Forest and Cary, and the Beer and Banjos showcase at Old Mill Farm in Durham (6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.).

For spooky fun, don’t miss Spirits of Wake Forest ghost walks (6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.), while musicians and creatives can join the Raleigh Uke Jam (7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) or the Jazz Jam Open Mic at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary (8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.). If games are more your style, enjoy Music Bingo at Fortnight Brewing (7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.), board game nights at Moon Dog Meadery in Durham, or even an Air Hockey Tournament at Boxcar Bar + Arcade (8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.).

And of course, Oktoberfest celebrations continue at Ponysaurus Brewing Co. in Raleigh, plus karaoke fun at Red Moose Brewing Company in Pittsboro (7:00 p.m.). With so many free and fun activities happening, the Triangle is the place to be this Thursday.

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City of Raleigh Event Guide Thursday September 11th Edition

Looking for ways to get engaged with your city or enjoy an evening out? The City of Raleigh Thursday Event Guide has you covered. From community workshops and advisory board meetings to live jazz in Moore Square, September 11, 2025, is packed with opportunities to learn, participate, and connect.

Thursday, September 11, 2025 – Raleigh Events

Doing Business with the City of Raleigh (Spanish only) 🕑 2:00 PM | Community and Workshops 📍 Online / Registration Required A special Spanish-only session offering guidance for entrepreneurs and small business owners interested in contracting opportunities with the City.

BPAC Community Outreach Committee 🕑 2:00 PM | Boards and Commissions 📍 City of Raleigh Learn how the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission is engaging the community to make Raleigh more walkable and bike-friendly.

Raleigh Transit Authority 🕒 3:30 PM | Boards and Commissions 📍 Raleigh Municipal Building Join discussions about current and future improvements to Raleigh’s transit system.

Environmental Advisory Board Meeting 🕓 4:00 PM | Boards and Commissions 📍 Raleigh Municipal Building A public session addressing sustainability initiatives, climate planning, and environmental goals for Raleigh’s future.

Jazz in the Square – Enloe Jazz Ambassadors and Juno Hill 🕕 6:00 PM | Arts and Entertainment 📍 Moore Square, Downtown Raleigh Wind down your Thursday with a free outdoor concert. The Enloe Jazz Ambassadors and Juno Hill bring lively rhythms and soulful sounds to the heart of downtown.

Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board 🕕 6:00 PM | Boards and Commissions 📍 Parks, Recreation & Athletics Division Participate in open discussions about Raleigh’s parks, recreation centers, and greenways.

Why Attend Raleigh’s Thursday Events?

Whether you’re a resident wanting to weigh in on local government decisions or someone seeking arts and culture downtown, Thursday is full of opportunities to get involved. Attending board meetings helps shape policy, while cultural events like Jazz in the Square keep Raleigh’s community spirit thriving.

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