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Triangle Event Guide September 24, 2026 Edition

Looking for free and affordable things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and nearby communities this Thursday? The Triangle Event Guide for September 24, 2026, features outdoor art, local history, live jazz, karaoke and community events.

Highlights include Jazz in the Square with the Turnabout Players, a free Historic Oakwood Cemetery tour and Benson Mule Days. Here’s what’s happening across the Triangle and surrounding areas.

All-Day and Morning Events

Stammtisch German Community Night — Durham
All day | Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps | Drink special
Gather for German community night, featuring steins of German beers for pint prices. Beverages are purchased separately.

Sculpture in the Garden — Chapel Hill
9 a.m.–5 p.m. | North Carolina Botanical Garden | Free; $5 suggested donation
Explore outdoor sculptures displayed among the garden’s landscapes. The garden confirms a 5 p.m. closing time, correcting the supplied listing’s 5 a.m. time. 

Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour — Raleigh
10–11 a.m. | Historic Oakwood Cemetery | Free
Discover local history during a morning tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery.

Afternoon Events and Community Resources

Live Music: John Ford — Raleigh
3–6 p.m. | Blackbird Books and Coffee | Free
Catch an afternoon performance by John Ford at Blackbird Books and Coffee.

Benson Mule Days — Benson
3–11 p.m. | Downtown Benson | Listed as free
Head to downtown Benson for Thursday’s Mule Days festivities. Check the festival schedule for individual activities and any separate charges.

Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day — Durham
4:30–5:30 p.m. | Parktown Food Hub | Free
Parktown Food Hub hosts an open food distribution. Contact the organizer for pickup procedures and availability.

Early Evening Music, Fitness and Culture

Jazz in the Square: Turnabout Players — Raleigh
6–8 p.m. | Moore Square | Free
Enjoy live jazz with the Turnabout Players in downtown Raleigh’s Moore Square.

Durham Beer and Banjos — Durham
6–8 p.m. | Old Mill Farm | Free
Spend part of Thursday evening at Old Mill Farm for Durham Beer and Banjos. Beverages are purchased separately.

Vinyl Nights — Durham
6–9 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works | Free
Visit Gizmo Brew Works’ Durham location for an evening centered on vinyl music.

NC Run Club — Apex
6–9 p.m. | Bottle Theory | Free
Connect with fellow runners at Bottle Theory. Check with the club for the departure time, route and pace options within the listed event window.

Live Music — Wendell
Starts at 6 p.m. | Bearded Bee Brewing Company | Free
Bearded Bee Brewing Company hosts Thursday evening live music in Wendell.

Latin Rhythm, African Roots — Raleigh
6:30–8 p.m. | John P. “Top” Greene Park | $5
This drumming program adds an affordable cultural activity to Thursday’s lineup.

Music Bingo, Games and Late-Night Entertainment

Music Bingo — Cary
7–9 p.m. | Fortnight Brewing | Free
Join music bingo at Fortnight Brewing for an evening activity in Cary.

Opinionation — Raleigh
7–9 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works | Free
Gather a group for Opinionation at Gizmo Brew Works’ Raleigh location.

Air Hockey Tournament — Durham
8–10 p.m. | Boxcar Bar + Arcade | Listed as free
Put air hockey skills to the test at Boxcar’s Durham location. Confirm tournament entry procedures with the venue.

Jazz: The Session — Cary
8–11 p.m. | Bond Brothers Eastside | Free
Keep the evening going with jazz at Bond Brothers Eastside.

Cosmic Cantina Karaoke — Chapel Hill
8–11:59 p.m. | Cosmic Cantina | Free
Step up to the microphone or enjoy the performances during Thursday karaoke.

Skee Ball Tournament — Raleigh
9–11 p.m. | Boxcar Bar and Arcade | Listed as free
Finish the night with a Skee Ball tournament at Boxcar’s Raleigh location. Check with the venue for participation details.

Karaoke Hosted by Empress — Carrboro
Starts at 9 p.m. | Speakeasy | Free
Empress hosts a late-night karaoke session at Speakeasy in Carrboro.

Plan Your Thursday in the Triangle

For a daytime outing, start with Sculpture in the Garden or the Historic Oakwood Cemetery tour. Evening options include free jazz in Raleigh and Cary, music bingo at Fortnight Brewing and karaoke in Chapel Hill and Carrboro.

Confirm schedules, registration requirements, age restrictions and weather updates with organizers before heading out. Free listings do not necessarily include food, beverages or other purchases. All times are local.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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Published by Bryan Tomlinson | BTDesigns.pro |

Triangle Event Guide September 24, 2026 Edition

Looking for free and affordable things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and nearby communities this Thursday? The Triangle Event Guide for September 24, 2026, features outdoor art, local history, live jazz, karaoke and community events.

Highlights include Jazz in the Square with the Turnabout Players, a free Historic Oakwood Cemetery tour and Benson Mule Days. Here’s what’s happening across the Triangle and surrounding areas.

All-Day and Morning Events

Stammtisch German Community Night — Durham
All day | Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps | Drink special
Gather for German community night, featuring steins of German beers for pint prices. Beverages are purchased separately.

Sculpture in the Garden — Chapel Hill
9 a.m.–5 p.m. | North Carolina Botanical Garden | Free; $5 suggested donation
Explore outdoor sculptures displayed among the garden’s landscapes. The garden confirms a 5 p.m. closing time, correcting the supplied listing’s 5 a.m. time. 

Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour — Raleigh
10–11 a.m. | Historic Oakwood Cemetery | Free
Discover local history during a morning tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery.

Afternoon Events and Community Resources

Live Music: John Ford — Raleigh
3–6 p.m. | Blackbird Books and Coffee | Free
Catch an afternoon performance by John Ford at Blackbird Books and Coffee.

Benson Mule Days — Benson
3–11 p.m. | Downtown Benson | Listed as free
Head to downtown Benson for Thursday’s Mule Days festivities. Check the festival schedule for individual activities and any separate charges.

Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day — Durham
4:30–5:30 p.m. | Parktown Food Hub | Free
Parktown Food Hub hosts an open food distribution. Contact the organizer for pickup procedures and availability.

Early Evening Music, Fitness and Culture

Jazz in the Square: Turnabout Players — Raleigh
6–8 p.m. | Moore Square | Free
Enjoy live jazz with the Turnabout Players in downtown Raleigh’s Moore Square.

Durham Beer and Banjos — Durham
6–8 p.m. | Old Mill Farm | Free
Spend part of Thursday evening at Old Mill Farm for Durham Beer and Banjos. Beverages are purchased separately.

Vinyl Nights — Durham
6–9 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works | Free
Visit Gizmo Brew Works’ Durham location for an evening centered on vinyl music.

NC Run Club — Apex
6–9 p.m. | Bottle Theory | Free
Connect with fellow runners at Bottle Theory. Check with the club for the departure time, route and pace options within the listed event window.

Live Music — Wendell
Starts at 6 p.m. | Bearded Bee Brewing Company | Free
Bearded Bee Brewing Company hosts Thursday evening live music in Wendell.

Latin Rhythm, African Roots — Raleigh
6:30–8 p.m. | John P. “Top” Greene Park | $5
This drumming program adds an affordable cultural activity to Thursday’s lineup.

Music Bingo, Games and Late-Night Entertainment

Music Bingo — Cary
7–9 p.m. | Fortnight Brewing | Free
Join music bingo at Fortnight Brewing for an evening activity in Cary.

Opinionation — Raleigh
7–9 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works | Free
Gather a group for Opinionation at Gizmo Brew Works’ Raleigh location.

Air Hockey Tournament — Durham
8–10 p.m. | Boxcar Bar + Arcade | Listed as free
Put air hockey skills to the test at Boxcar’s Durham location. Confirm tournament entry procedures with the venue.

Jazz: The Session — Cary
8–11 p.m. | Bond Brothers Eastside | Free
Keep the evening going with jazz at Bond Brothers Eastside.

Cosmic Cantina Karaoke — Chapel Hill
8–11:59 p.m. | Cosmic Cantina | Free
Step up to the microphone or enjoy the performances during Thursday karaoke.

Skee Ball Tournament — Raleigh
9–11 p.m. | Boxcar Bar and Arcade | Listed as free
Finish the night with a Skee Ball tournament at Boxcar’s Raleigh location. Check with the venue for participation details.

Karaoke Hosted by Empress — Carrboro
Starts at 9 p.m. | Speakeasy | Free
Empress hosts a late-night karaoke session at Speakeasy in Carrboro.

Plan Your Thursday in the Triangle

For a daytime outing, start with Sculpture in the Garden or the Historic Oakwood Cemetery tour. Evening options include free jazz in Raleigh and Cary, music bingo at Fortnight Brewing and karaoke in Chapel Hill and Carrboro.

Confirm schedules, registration requirements, age restrictions and weather updates with organizers before heading out. Free listings do not necessarily include food, beverages or other purchases. All times are local.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

Published by Bryan Tomlinson | BTDesigns.pro |

Triangle Event Guide September 23, 2026 Edition

Wednesday, September 23, brings free concerts, family activities, community gatherings and affordable nightlife to Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary and surrounding communities. This Triangle event guide includes a Raleigh Monopoly game giveaway, North Tower at Waverly Place, an outdoor screening of Monsters, Inc. and plenty of ways to enjoy the evening for $10 or less.

Morning and Midday Events

• Sculpture in the Garden: Starts at 9 a.m. at the North Carolina Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill. Free with a $5 suggested donation. Confirm the closing time before visiting; the supplied listing has an unclear end time.
• Holly Springs Small Business Network: 9–10:30 a.m. at Bombshell Beer Company in Holly Springs. Free networking for the small business community.
• Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event: 9:30 a.m. at Eubanks Road Park and Ride Lot. Free.
• Total Tot Time: 10 a.m.–noon at W.D. Hill Recreation Center in Durham. Free play program for children up to age 5.
• Centennial SoundBites: Noon–1 p.m. at 321 Coffee on NC State’s Centennial Campus. Free.
• Board Game Night: Noon–10 p.m. at Gizmo Brew Works in Durham. Free.

Afternoon Activities and Family Fun

• Meet Mr. Monopoly: 3–5 p.m. at Raleigh Diamond. Meet the character and take part in a free Monopoly Raleigh Edition game giveaway. Check with the organizer for giveaway availability and requirements.
• Market Bunch Kids’ Activities: 3–6 p.m. at Carrboro Farmers’ Market. Free children’s activities.
• Math Makers: 4–6 p.m. at Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park in Raleigh. Free, playful math exploration.
• “Pay What You Can” Farm Stand: 4–7 p.m. at Raleigh City Farm. Pick up produce through the farm’s pay-what-you-can model.
• Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie: 5–7:30 p.m. at Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh. Free.

Free Live Music and Outdoor Entertainment

• Wine Down Wednesday: 5–8 p.m. at La Vita Dolce at Southern Village in Chapel Hill. Free live music, with wine specials available for purchase.
• Sunset Music Series: North Tower: 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Waverly Place in Cary. Free.
• Duke Arts at American Tobacco: Ken Pomeroy: 6:30 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus in Durham. Free.
• Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam: 7–8:30 p.m. at Pullen Park. Free.
• Wednesday Singer/Songwriter Sessions: 7–10 p.m. at Speakeasy in Carrboro. Free.
• Movie Night Under the Stars: Monsters, Inc.: 7:30–9:30 p.m. at Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park in Cary. Free.

Fitness, Crafts and Community Gatherings

• Free Acro Yoga: 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Pullen Park in Raleigh.
• Wine + Weed: 6–7 p.m. at Raleigh City Farm. Free opportunity to learn about plants and farming.
• Improv at Fair Game: 6–7:30 p.m. at Fair Game Beverage Co. in Pittsboro. Free.
• Durham Chess Club: 6–8:30 p.m. at Durham Food Hall. Free chess for all ages and skill levels.
• Bring Your Own Craft Night: 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Raleigh Brewing. Free.
• Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride: 6:30 p.m. at Crank Arm Brewing in Durham. Free.
• Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night: 7–10 p.m. at Steel String Brewery in Carrboro. Free.

Trivia, Bingo and Arcade Competitions

• Horror Movie Trivia: 7 p.m. at PourWorks Beer and Wine Shop in Raleigh. Free.
• Music Bingo: 7–9:30 p.m. at Growler Grlz in Durham. Free.
• DSSOLVR Durham Bingo Night: 7 p.m. at DSSOLVR Durham. Free.
• Trivia Night: 7 p.m. at Raleigh Beer Garden. Free.
• Weekly Skee Ball Tournament: 8–10 p.m. at Boxcar Bar + Arcade in Durham. Free.
• Beer Pong Tournament: 8:30–11 p.m. at Boxcar Bar and Arcade in Raleigh. Free.

Dancing and Open Mic Nights

• Ballroom Dancing Social with Pullen Dance: 7–9 p.m. at Pullen Community Center in Raleigh. $5.
• Cajun Dance Party: 7–9:30 p.m. at Lapin Bleu in Chapel Hill. Free, with a dance lesson and live music.
• Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social: 7:30–11:30 p.m. at KōMANA Brewing Company in Cary. $10.
• City Soul Cafe Open Mic: 8–11 p.m. at Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge in Raleigh. $10.
• Open Mic Night: 8 p.m. at Abbey Road Cary. Free.

Plan Your Wednesday in the Triangle

Families can explore Math Makers at Dix Park, sensory-friendly activities at Marbles or Cary’s outdoor movie night. Music fans have free performances in Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill and Carrboro, while trivia, craft gatherings and dance socials offer more evening options across the Triangle.

Event details and prices are based on the supplied listings and may change. Confirm registration requirements, age restrictions, weather updates and availability with organizers before heading out. Free event admission does not necessarily include food, drinks or other purchases.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

Published by Bryan Tomlinson | BTDesigns.pro |

Triangle Event Guide September 23, 2026 Edition

Wednesday, September 23, brings free concerts, family activities, community gatherings and affordable nightlife to Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary and surrounding communities. This Triangle event guide includes a Raleigh Monopoly game giveaway, North Tower at Waverly Place, an outdoor screening of Monsters, Inc. and plenty of ways to enjoy the evening for $10 or less.

Morning and Midday Events

• Sculpture in the Garden: Starts at 9 a.m. at the North Carolina Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill. Free with a $5 suggested donation. Confirm the closing time before visiting; the supplied listing has an unclear end time.
• Holly Springs Small Business Network: 9–10:30 a.m. at Bombshell Beer Company in Holly Springs. Free networking for the small business community.
• Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event: 9:30 a.m. at Eubanks Road Park and Ride Lot. Free.
• Total Tot Time: 10 a.m.–noon at W.D. Hill Recreation Center in Durham. Free play program for children up to age 5.
• Centennial SoundBites: Noon–1 p.m. at 321 Coffee on NC State’s Centennial Campus. Free.
• Board Game Night: Noon–10 p.m. at Gizmo Brew Works in Durham. Free.

Afternoon Activities and Family Fun

• Meet Mr. Monopoly: 3–5 p.m. at Raleigh Diamond. Meet the character and take part in a free Monopoly Raleigh Edition game giveaway. Check with the organizer for giveaway availability and requirements.
• Market Bunch Kids’ Activities: 3–6 p.m. at Carrboro Farmers’ Market. Free children’s activities.
• Math Makers: 4–6 p.m. at Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park in Raleigh. Free, playful math exploration.
• “Pay What You Can” Farm Stand: 4–7 p.m. at Raleigh City Farm. Pick up produce through the farm’s pay-what-you-can model.
• Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie: 5–7:30 p.m. at Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh. Free.

Free Live Music and Outdoor Entertainment

• Wine Down Wednesday: 5–8 p.m. at La Vita Dolce at Southern Village in Chapel Hill. Free live music, with wine specials available for purchase.
• Sunset Music Series: North Tower: 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Waverly Place in Cary. Free.
• Duke Arts at American Tobacco: Ken Pomeroy: 6:30 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus in Durham. Free.
• Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam: 7–8:30 p.m. at Pullen Park. Free.
• Wednesday Singer/Songwriter Sessions: 7–10 p.m. at Speakeasy in Carrboro. Free.
• Movie Night Under the Stars: Monsters, Inc.: 7:30–9:30 p.m. at Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park in Cary. Free.

Fitness, Crafts and Community Gatherings

• Free Acro Yoga: 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Pullen Park in Raleigh.
• Wine + Weed: 6–7 p.m. at Raleigh City Farm. Free opportunity to learn about plants and farming.
• Improv at Fair Game: 6–7:30 p.m. at Fair Game Beverage Co. in Pittsboro. Free.
• Durham Chess Club: 6–8:30 p.m. at Durham Food Hall. Free chess for all ages and skill levels.
• Bring Your Own Craft Night: 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Raleigh Brewing. Free.
• Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride: 6:30 p.m. at Crank Arm Brewing in Durham. Free.
• Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night: 7–10 p.m. at Steel String Brewery in Carrboro. Free.

Trivia, Bingo and Arcade Competitions

• Horror Movie Trivia: 7 p.m. at PourWorks Beer and Wine Shop in Raleigh. Free.
• Music Bingo: 7–9:30 p.m. at Growler Grlz in Durham. Free.
• DSSOLVR Durham Bingo Night: 7 p.m. at DSSOLVR Durham. Free.
• Trivia Night: 7 p.m. at Raleigh Beer Garden. Free.
• Weekly Skee Ball Tournament: 8–10 p.m. at Boxcar Bar + Arcade in Durham. Free.
• Beer Pong Tournament: 8:30–11 p.m. at Boxcar Bar and Arcade in Raleigh. Free.

Dancing and Open Mic Nights

• Ballroom Dancing Social with Pullen Dance: 7–9 p.m. at Pullen Community Center in Raleigh. $5.
• Cajun Dance Party: 7–9:30 p.m. at Lapin Bleu in Chapel Hill. Free, with a dance lesson and live music.
• Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social: 7:30–11:30 p.m. at KōMANA Brewing Company in Cary. $10.
• City Soul Cafe Open Mic: 8–11 p.m. at Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge in Raleigh. $10.
• Open Mic Night: 8 p.m. at Abbey Road Cary. Free.

Plan Your Wednesday in the Triangle

Families can explore Math Makers at Dix Park, sensory-friendly activities at Marbles or Cary’s outdoor movie night. Music fans have free performances in Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill and Carrboro, while trivia, craft gatherings and dance socials offer more evening options across the Triangle.

Event details and prices are based on the supplied listings and may change. Confirm registration requirements, age restrictions, weather updates and availability with organizers before heading out. Free event admission does not necessarily include food, drinks or other purchases.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

Published by Bryan Tomlinson | BTDesigns.pro |