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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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The Triangle Entertainment Guide Friday Oct 10th Edition

Looking for something exciting to do this Friday across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and beyond? Whether you’re in the mood for live music, art walks, outdoor fun, or spooky fall adventures, the Triangle is packed with free and low-cost events to kick off your weekend in style.

🌼 Morning & Afternoon Events

Día de los Muertos Ofrenda

📍 Duke University Chapel | 🎟️ Free

Honor loved ones and explore cultural traditions through this beautiful Día de los Muertos altar installation.

Sculpture in the Garden (Free with $5 suggested donation)

🕘 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 📍 North Carolina Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill

Enjoy a walk through stunning outdoor sculptures surrounded by fall blooms.

Nature Tales for Children

🕙 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | 📍 North Carolina Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill

Bring the kids for a morning of storytelling, nature play, and creative fun.

Incredible Science

🕜 1:30 p.m. | 📍 North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh

Engage your curiosity with hands-on science experiments and demonstrations.

Reflections: Virtual Tour

🕑 2:00 p.m. | 📍 Nasher Museum of Art, Durham | 💻 Online

Join this free online tour exploring powerful art, culture, and social commentary.

Fall Into History: Living History at Moore Square

🕓 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | 📍 Moore Square, Raleigh | 🎟️ Free

Step back in time with candlelit monologues, crafts, and historical reenactments hosted by the City of Raleigh Museum.

🍂 Evening Events & Festivals

Hargraves Fall Carnival

🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | 📍 Hargraves Community Center, Chapel Hill | 🎟️ Free

Enjoy games, treats, and seasonal fun for the whole family.

Live Music: The Back Roads

🕔 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 The Glass Jug Beer Lab, RTP | 🎟️ Free

Kick off your weekend with country and classic rock under the evening sky.

Fridays at Sweetwater Apex

🕔 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 Sweetwater Apex | 🎟️ Free

Live music, a vendor market, and great eats — your all-in-one Friday night destination.

Bike Night

🕠 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 Red Moose Brewing Company, Pittsboro | 🎟️ Free

Bikers unite for a night of brews, conversation, and community.

Spooky Night Market

🕕 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham | 🎟️ Free

Explore eerie art, spooky handmade goods, and festive fun at this Halloween-themed market.

TGIF: Fear Street at The Durham Hotel Coffee Bar

🕕 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 The Durham Hotel | 🎟️ Free

Catch a throwback horror movie and sip seasonal cocktails.

Downtown Cary Park Movie Series: The Nightmare Before Christmas

🕕 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 📍 Downtown Cary Park | 🎟️ Free

Bring a blanket and enjoy a spooky-cute outdoor movie night.

2nd Friday ArtWalk

🕕 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 Chapel Hill & Carrboro | 🎟️ Free

Stroll through local galleries and meet artists during this monthly creative showcase.

Free Wine Tasting

🕕 6:00 p.m. | 📍 Local 919, Raleigh | 🎟️ Free

Sip and sample wines from local and regional vineyards.

Plant Bingo

🕡 6:30 p.m. | 📍 Oaklyn Springs Brewery, Fuquay-Varina | 💵 $5

Test your luck — and maybe win a new plant friend!

Chime In Open Mic (Poetry, storytelling & songwriting)

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 Lanza’s Café, Carrboro | 🎟️ Free

Enjoy original works from local creatives in an intimate setting.

Spirits of Wake Forest: Ghost Walks

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | 📍 Wake Forest Town Hall | 💵 $20

Tour Wake Forest’s haunted history with spine-chilling stories and lantern-lit streets.

🎶 Late-Night Fun

Beats N Bars Music Festival

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. | 📍 Black Wall Street, Durham | 🎟️ Free

Celebrate hip-hop, DJs, and community culture all night long.

Durham Community Concert Band: Fall Concert

🕖 7:00 p.m. | 📍 Durham Central Park | 🎟️ Free

An inspiring performance of seasonal favorites under the stars.

Video Game Night

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 📍 Moon Dog Meadery, Durham | 🎟️ Free

Grab a controller, a drink, and some friends for a night of gaming.

Comedy Open Mic

🕖 7:00 p.m. | 📍 The Common Market, Durham | 🎟️ Free

Local comedians take the stage for laughs and good vibes.

Live Music at Growler Grlz

🕖 7:00 p.m. | 📍 Growler Grlz, Durham | 🎟️ Free

Enjoy laid-back tunes with your favorite craft beer.

Cary Town Band: Heroes and Hope

🕢 7:30 p.m. | 📍 Cary Arts Center | 🎟️ Free

A heartfelt symphonic performance dedicated to courage and community.

Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic

🕗 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 📍 Durty Bull Brewing Co., Durham | 🎟️ Free

A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Showcase

🕗 8:00 p.m. | 📍 Vault Craft Beer, Raleigh | 🎟️ Free

Karaoke with Mega Mike

🕗 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 📍 Crank Arm Brewing Co., Raleigh | 🎟️ Free

Karaoke Bingo Nights

🕘 9:00 p.m. | 📍 KōMANA Brewing Co., Cary | 🎟️ Free

Make It a Friday to Remember

From free concerts and art walks to spooky tours and comedy nights, there’s something for everyone in the Triangle this Friday. Explore, connect, and celebrate all that Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill have to offer!

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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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The Triangle Event Guide Sunday September 21st Edition

Sundays in the Triangle are made for exploring, and September 21, 2025, is packed with festivals, live music, food, and cultural experiences across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and beyond. Start your day with The Raleigh Market at the N.C. State Fairgrounds or stroll through Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden for Fall Open Nursery and Garden Days. Over at Dix Park, families can take part in a Flower Making Workshop for Día de Oakwood, while art enthusiasts can head to the North Carolina Museum of Art for End Paper: Art Book Market, a Tar River Poetry Live Reading, and curated Printed Matter Tours.

Durham shines with community spirit at CenterFest Downtown Arts Festival, while Code Wiz hosts an open house for future innovators. Carrboro brings charm with Sunday Brunch Music on the Lawn at Weaver Street Market, and food lovers can’t miss Raleigh Foodie Fare at Moore Square or La Fiesta Del Pueblo on Fayetteville Street, celebrating Hispanic culture with live performances, food, and family fun.

The afternoon offers even more variety: free Ukulele Lessons at KōMANA Brewing Company in Cary, the Black Farmers’ Market with live music from Zoe Hare, and interactive sessions like Drop-In Linocut Stations at NCMA or an Open Studio at Artspace Raleigh. For those interested in history, the African American Walking Tour of Raleigh’s Third Ward at the Pope House offers powerful insights.

As the evening sets in, music fills the region: Sounds on Oberlin: From Baroque to Romantic at White Memorial Presbyterian Church, Music on Mangum in Durham, Bluegrass Open Jam at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary, and Live Irish Music at Red Moose Brewing in Pittsboro. Raleigh residents can enjoy the Raleigh Concert Series featuring the Tune Swingers at Fred Fletcher Park or head to Brier Creek Fall Food Truck Festival for food and family fun. Oktoberfest celebrations continue at Ponysaurus Brewing Co. with Wolfpack Sound and at D’s Bottle Shop with D’s Oktoberfest. Cap off your night with Sunday Open Mic at Moon Dog Meadery in Durham or Sundays at Sundown Live Music in Chapel Hill.

No matter your vibe—arts, food, history, or music—this Sunday in the Triangle offers countless ways to connect with culture and community. Your week, your city, your fun — stay connected with everything happening in the Triangle at DoRaleigh.com

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Weekend Guide: Fremont Solstice, Lid I-5 bike tour, Move Redmond open streets festival + How to spread the word about your bike event

Summer is officially here! Below is a look at some of the bike events happening around town this weekend.

Do you have an idea for a fun bike event? Make it happen! Then be sure to list the details for free on the Seattle Bike Blog Events Calendar so we can help spread the word.

Saturday

Lid I-5 biking tour

Tour existing and possible future freeway lids in the U District and along SR 520. Starts 9 a.m. at University Playfield and ends at Yarrow Point.

Move Redmond Open Streets Festival in Overlake Village

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Overlake Village Station to Esterra Park. Lots of activities along the street and on the main stage:

Fremont Solstice Parade and naked bike ride

Riders gather around 12:30 p.m. at Gas Works Park to begin riding. Spectators should find a spot along the parade route around that time. More details in our previous post.

Sunday

NE 8th St Bridge Opening

An all-ages ride leaving 10:30 a.m. from the Totem Lake Salt & Straw to the noon bridge opening celebration near Wilburton Station.

Redmond History Ride

Join Bob Svercl on a leisurely ride and learn about old Salmonberg starting at 1 p.m.

All Weekend

Bicycle Weekends on Lake Washington Blvd

It’s Bicycle Weekend! Lake Washington Blvd will be car-free from 10 a.m. Saturday to 6 p.m. Sunday between Seward and Mount Baker Parks.

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