The Triangle Entertainment Guide Sunday October 5th
Looking for a full day of local adventures? The Triangle is alive this Sunday with festivals, book crawls, open studios, outdoor performances, and free cultural events across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and beyond. Whether you’re into books, art, music, or furry friends, there’s something happening in every corner of the Triangle.
📚 Morning Events
Start your day exploring creativity and community Chapboro Book Crawl – All Day, FREE, Various Locations Visit four bookstores in Chapel Hill and Carrboro for a chance to win prizes and discover local authors. Museums on Us: Free Admission at Marbles Kids Museum – All Day, FREE, Raleigh Bank of America customers and employees enjoy free museum admission this weekend. Día de los Muertos Ofrenda – All Day, FREE, Duke University Chapel Honor loved ones and celebrate Latin heritage with a traditional ofrenda inside the historic chapel. Sculpture in the Garden – 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., FREE, NC Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill Explore outdoor sculptures from regional artists surrounded by fall blooms. Pop-Up ARTernative Market – 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., FREE, Chapel of Bones Coffee, Raleigh Shop handmade goods, local art, and creative vendors while sipping local coffee. St. Paul’s Blessing of the Animals – 9:00 a.m., FREE, Raleigh Bring your pets for a morning blessing celebrating the bond between people and animals.
🛍️ Midday Markets & Festivals
As the day unfolds, you can enjoy a variety of local markets, art shows, and cultural festivals. Start your day at the Calico Makers Fall Market from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Calico Studio in Chapel Hill, which is free to attend. Then, head to the Illuminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival at Durham Armory, also from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and enjoy the free festivities. For those interested in pottery and glass, the Fall Pottery & Glass Festival is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Cedar Creek Gallery in Creedmoor, with free admission. Participate in a Flower-Making Workshop for Día de Oakwood from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Chapel at Dix Park in Raleigh, which is also free. Finally, unwind with Sunday Brunch Music on the Lawn from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Weaver Street Market in Carrboro, where you can enjoy free music.
🏙️ Afternoon Adventures
Spend your afternoon exploring art, music, and community events throughout the Triangle. Start with the Move-A-Bull City Open Streets from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Downtown Durham, which is free to attend. Then, head to Downtown Selma for the Railroad Days from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., also free. In the evening, enjoy the Oktoberfest Celebrations from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Gizmo Brew Works in Raleigh and The Plant in Pittsboro, which are free as well. In Cary, visit the Underground Market featuring bands and vendors from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Bond Brothers Beer Company, and take advantage of free ukulele lessons from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at KōMANA Brewing Company. The Black Farmers’ Market is open from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Durham Tech Main Campus. In Downtown Raleigh, explore the Artspace Open Studio from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., and participate in a free improv class and jam from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro. For a unique experience, attend the Secret Cinema Sundays from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Raleigh Brewing. Lastly, join the African American Walking Tour in Raleigh’s Third Ward from 2:00 p.m. for $5–10, starting at the Pope House Museum.
🐾 Blessing of the Animals – Across the Triangle
In honor of St. Francis Day, several churches are hosting free blessings for pets and families. St. John’s Episcopal in Wake Forest will offer blessings at 12:00 p.m., while Holy Infant Catholic in Durham will conduct them from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Saint Andrews UMC in Garner will have their blessings at 3:00 p.m. In Raleigh, Highland UMC will offer blessings from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Soapstone UMC at 4:00 p.m., Genesis UMC in Cary at 4:00 p.m., St. Ambrose Episcopal at 4:00 p.m., and White Memorial Presbyterian from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran will also hold blessings at 5:00 p.m., accompanied by a concert featuring the Kudzu Ramblers at the same time. Additionally, Hillyer Memorial at St. Mary’s School in Raleigh will offer blessings at 5:15 p.m.
🎭 Evening Entertainment
Wrap up your Sunday with a variety of local events, including theater, live music, and gatherings. Start at 4:30 p.m. with a free performance of “PlayMakers: King James” at Jewish For Good in Durham. Then, head to Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the Bluegrass Open Jam. Enjoy “Beer, Bacon, & Bluegrass” at Oaklyn Springs Brewery in Fuquay-Varina beginning at 3:00 p.m. Finally, end your evening with the Sunday Open Mic at Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop in Durham from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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