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2025-12-30

The Triangle Event Guide Things To Do Tuesday December 30th Edition

Looking for the best things to do in the Triangle on Tuesday, December 30, 2025? From food deals and holiday light displays to free community events, live entertainment, and nightlife, the Triangle is packed with ways to close out the year. Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, Wendell, Pittsboro, or Wilson, this guide highlights can’t-miss events happening across the region.

🎉 Featured Triangle Events – Tuesday, December 30, 2025

🥓 Food & Drink Specials

National Bacon Day Deal All Day | $0.01 Celebrate with a 1¢ Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger with any purchase in the app at Wendy’s (multiple locations).

Tequila Tuesday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm | Discounted Enjoy tequila specials at BMC Brewing in Pittsboro.

👨‍🚒 Community & Family-Friendly Events

Community & Family-Friendly Events offer fun for all ages throughout the day, starting with Blades and Badges Day at Skate Fenton, where first responders and military members receive $3 off admission all day at Fenton (be sure to check the website for skating hours). Families can also enjoy the Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train Show, a longtime seasonal favorite featuring detailed model trains and festive displays, running from 10:00 am–12:30 pm and again from 1:30–5:00 pm at the Durham County Main Library, with free admission for everyone.

Holiday Lights & Seasonal Experiences

Holiday Lights & Seasonal Experiences brighten the Triangle on Tuesday evening, starting with the Illuminate Art Walk at 4:45 pm, a free guided stroll showcasing illuminated public art throughout Downtown Raleigh. From 5:30–9:00 pm, families can enjoy the dazzling Piper Lights neighborhood display in Wake Forest, or take a festive drive through the Contentnea Fire Department Christmas Light Display in Wilson. The holiday glow continues from 5:30–10:00 pm with the Lake Myra Christmas Lights in Wendell, offering a classic seasonal experience for all ages. Wrapping up the night, the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival runs from 6:00–10:00 pm at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, featuring spectacular handcrafted lanterns and one of the Triangle’s most beloved holiday traditions (tickets required).

🎨 Arts, Games & Social Events

Arts, Games & Social Events round out Tuesday night across the Triangle with plenty of free ways to unwind and connect. Get creative during Adult Coloring Night from 6:00–10:00 pm at Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, or lace up for the Bond Brothers Run Club at 6:00 pm starting from Bond Brothers Beer Company. Test your music knowledge during Music Bingo from 7:00–9:00 pm at Gizmo Brew Works, catch local talent at Open Mic Night from 7:00–9:00 pm at The Williams House Craft Taproom, or enjoy Video Game Night from 7:00–11:00 pm at Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop. Trivia fans can jump into Tricycle Trivia at 7:00 pm at Crank Arm Brewing, while performers take the stage for Karaoke Night from 8:00–11:00 pm at Boxcar Bar + Arcade. The night wraps up with Open Mic with a Live Band from 9:00 pm to just before midnight at Slim’s, making it easy to find your vibe anywhere in the Triangle.

📍 Plan Your Night in the Triangle

From free holiday lights and cultural festivals to trivia, karaoke, and food deals, Tuesday, December 30, 2025 offers something for everyone across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond. Check event pages for last-minute updates and arrive early for popular experiences.

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2025-12-23

The Triangle Event Guide – Tuesday December 23rd Edition

Looking for things to do in the Triangle on Tuesday, December 23, 2025? From free holiday experiences and community giveaways to ice skating, trivia nights, and festive light displays, the Triangle is packed with events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Wendell, Clayton, and beyond.

🎄 All-Day & Daytime Events

• Burger King: Free Original Chicken Sandwich with $5 Purchase

All Day | FREE | Burger King (participating locations)

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

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

• The RINK: Outdoor Ice Skating

All Day | $6–$15 | Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh

• Blades and Badges Day at Skate Fenton

All Day | Discounted | Fenton, Cary

First responders and military receive $3 off admission.

• Free Food Giveaway – Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC

10:00 AM–12:00 PM | FREE | Saint Augustine University Athletic Complex, Raleigh

• Little WORLD Charity Holiday Model Train Show

10:00 AM–12:30 PM & 1:30 PM–5:00 PM | FREE | Durham County Main Library

• Holiday at the Farm

10:00 AM–3:00 PM | $12–$25 | 1870 Farm, Chapel Hill

• Durham Rescue Mission’s 48th Annual Toy Giveaway & Community Dinner

11:00 AM | FREE | Durham Rescue Mission

• Tequila Tuesday

11:00 AM–8:00 PM | Discounted | bmc brewing, Pittsboro

• Window on Animal Health

1:30 PM | FREE | Nature Research Center, Raleigh

🎨 Afternoon & Early Evening Events

• Illuminate Art Walk

4:45 PM | FREE | Downtown Raleigh

• Taylor’s Wine Shop: Free Wine Tasting

5:30 PM–7:00 PM | FREE | Taylor’s Wine Shop

• Piper Lights

5:30 PM–9:00 PM | FREE | Wake Forest

• Contentnea Fire Department Christmas Light Display

5:30 PM–9:00 PM | FREE | Wilson

• Lake Myra Christmas Lights

5:30 PM–10:00 PM | FREE | Wendell

• Lights on the Neuse (Hayride Experience)

6:00 PM–8:00 PM | $11 | Boyette Family Farms, Clayton

• North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival

6:00 PM–10:00 PM | $16.74–$30.64 | Koka Booth Amphitheatre

🍻 Nightlife, Trivia & Live Entertainment

• Adult Coloring Night

6:00 PM–10:00 PM | FREE | Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham

• Bond Brothers Run Club

6:00 PM | FREE | Bond Brothers Beer Company

• Board Game Night

6:30 PM–8:30 PM | FREE | Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell

• Christmas Lights on the Farm

6:30 PM–9:00 PM | $15 | Big Daddy’s Farms, Middlesex

• Music Bingo

7:00 PM–9:00 PM | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

• Open Mic Night

7:00 PM–9:00 PM | FREE | The Williams House Craft Taproom, Cary

• Video Game Night

7:00 PM–11:00 PM | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham

• Tricycle Trivia

7:00 PM | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing, Durham

• Karaoke Night

8:00 PM–11:00 PM | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

• Christmas Eve Eve Party

9:00 PM | FREE | The Northside District

• Open Mic with a Live Band

9:00 PM–11:59 PM | FREE | Slim’s, Raleigh

🎁 Plan Your Day in the Triangle

Whether you’re looking for free holiday lights, family-friendly daytime activities, or late-night entertainment, Tuesday in the Triangle offers something for everyone. Be sure to double-check event details and times before heading out.

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