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Triangle Event Guide Tuesday June 23rd Edition

Looking for affordable and family-friendly activities around the Triangle this Tuesday? From free movies and trivia nights to run clubs, line dancing, live music, and outdoor entertainment, there’s no shortage of things to do across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, and Wendell.

Here’s your DoRaleigh.com Triangle Event Guide for Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

Family-Friendly Events

Free Kids’ Movies at Marquee Cinemas

🕤 9:30 a.m.
📍 Marquee Cinemas Wakefield 12, Raleigh
💲 Free

Enjoy a free morning movie perfect for families and kids looking for summer fun.

Free Kids’ Movie: Curious George

🕙 10:00 a.m.
📍 Triangle Cinemas @ Six Forks, Raleigh
💲 Free

Bring the kids for a free screening of the beloved family favorite, Curious George.

Outdoor Movie at Pullen Park: The SpongeBob Movie

🕖 7:00 p.m.
📍 Pullen Park, Raleigh
💲 Free

Pack a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an evening under the stars with SpongeBob and friends at one of Raleigh’s most iconic parks.

Movie Deals

All Tuesday Tickets Are $6.25

🕐 All Day
📍 The Lumina Theater, Chapel Hill
💲 $6.25

Catch the latest blockbuster or indie film at a discounted price all day long.

Community Activities & Fitness

Bingo Night at Chick-fil-A

🕔 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Chick-fil-A Rand Village, Raleigh
💲 Free

Enjoy free bingo, prizes, and family-friendly fun.

Free Line Dancing Class

🕕 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 The Snow Approach, Hillsborough
💲 Free

Learn new moves and enjoy a fun evening of dancing.

Free Line Dancing Classes

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Sanderford Road Park, Raleigh
💲 Free

Another great opportunity to get moving and meet new people.

Run, Sweat, Beers Run Club

🕕 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Growler Grlz, Durham
💲 Free

Join fellow runners for an evening workout followed by social time.

Bond Brothers Run Club

🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary
💲 Free

A popular community run club for all experience levels.

Games, Trivia & Social Events

Poker Night

🕕 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
📍 KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary
💲 Free

Try your luck and enjoy a casual evening with friends.

Chess Club

🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell
💲 Free

Challenge fellow chess enthusiasts in a welcoming environment.

Board Game Night

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell
💲 Free

Bring your favorite game or discover a new one.

Triangle Taps and Tables Game Night

🕡 6:30 p.m.
📍 Trophy on Maywood, Raleigh
💲 Free

Board games, craft beer, and a great social atmosphere.

Jeopardy! Bar League Trivia

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Edit Beer Co., Raleigh
💲 Free

Test your knowledge and compete for bragging rights.

Video Game Night

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham
💲 Free

Retro and modern gaming fun for players of all skill levels.

Live Music & Creative Events

Craft and Draft

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh
💲 Free

Get creative while enjoying local craft beverages.

Craft & Draft Tuesdays

🕡 6:30 p.m.
📍 Crank Arm Brewing, Durham
💲 Free

A fun combination of arts, crafts, and community.

Beer & Banjos in Raleigh

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, Raleigh
💲 Free

Live bluegrass music and local brews make for a perfect Tuesday night.

Beer & Banjos Carrboro

🕖 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro
💲 Free

Enjoy one of the Triangle’s favorite weekly music traditions.

Open Mic Night

🕗 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
📍 Slim’s Downtown, Raleigh
💲 Free

Local musicians, comedians, poets, and performers take the stage.

Karaoke Night

🕗 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham
💲 Free

Grab the mic and sing your favorite songs.

Nature & Learning

The Beers and The Bees: Live Honey Extraction

🕡 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell
💲 Free

Learn how honey is harvested while enjoying local craft beverages and community conversation.

Plan Your Tuesday in the Triangle

Whether you’re looking for free family fun, outdoor movies, live music, fitness groups, trivia, gaming, or community events, Tuesday offers plenty of ways to explore the Triangle without breaking the budget.

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Published by Bryan Tomlinson | DoRaleigh.com

Triangle Event Guide – Free Things To Do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary & Beyond — Thursday, May 7th Edition

Looking for the best things to do around the Triangle this Thursday? From free live music and fitness classes to karaoke nights, outdoor events, community gatherings, and family-friendly activities, there’s plenty happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, Knightdale, Pittsboro, and beyond on May 7, 2026.

This edition of the Triangle Event Guide highlights free and low-cost events happening throughout the region, including outdoor concerts, brewery events, fitness classes, art experiences, and nightlife favorites.

Free Community Events & Deals Across the Triangle

Thursday also features several popular giveaways and promotions around the Triangle:

• Free document shredding at Office Depot and OfficeMax locations
• McAlister’s Deli offering free tea for teachers and nurses
• Shake Shack serving free burgers with purchase at participating locations

These limited-time deals make Thursday a great day to save money while exploring the Triangle.

Family-Friendly Events in Raleigh, Cary & Durham

Families looking for daytime activities can enjoy:

• Letterland Days at Pullen Park
• Bilingual Storytime at Nasher Museum of Art
• Live at Lunch featuring Vibexotica at Downtown Cary Park
• Letterland Activity Nights returning to Pullen Park in the evening

There are also several free fitness opportunities throughout the day, including Zumba classes in Cary and Wake Forest, bootcamp workouts, and adaptive Tai Chi at the North Carolina Museum of Art Museum Park.

Live Music, Brewery Nights & Entertainment

Music lovers have plenty of options Thursday night across the Triangle:

• Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park
• Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm
• Crossroads Plaza Weekly Music Series in Cary
• Jazz: The Session at Bond Brothers Eastside
• Live music performances in Wake Forest and Hillsborough
• Vinyl Nights at Gizmo Brew Works in Durham

Several breweries and venues are also hosting open mic nights, music bingo, karaoke, board game nights, and social events throughout the evening.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 Triangle Event Guide

All Day Events

• Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / OfficeMax — Various locations
• McAlister’s Deli: Free tea for teachers and nurses
• Shake Shack: Free burger with purchase

Morning & Afternoon Events

• Free Zumba Class — Parkside Town Commons, Cary
• Letterland Days — Pullen Park, Raleigh
• Siler City History Club — First Baptist Church, Siler City
• Bilingual Storytime — Nasher Museum of Art, Durham
• Senior Functional Fitness — USA Baseball National Training Complex, Cary
• Live at Lunch: Vibexotica — Downtown Cary Park
• Bootcamp Fitness Class — USA Baseball National Training Complex, Cary

Evening Events

• Live at Lake Raleigh: Laura Gonzqui — Lake Raleigh at NC State Centennial Campus
• Sushi and Sumo in Apex — Apex Community Park
• Art Swap with Durham Art Guild — Ment Beverage Co., Durham
• Pints and Paws Yappy Hour — Oak City Brewing Company, Knightdale
• Durham Beer and Banjos — Old Mill Farm, Durham
• Midtown Beach Music Series — Midtown Park, Raleigh
• Raleigh Uke Jam — Church of the Nativity, Raleigh
• Music Bingo — Fortnight Brewing, Cary
• Doodle & Drink — Ment Beverage Co., Durham
• Public Domain Movie Night — bmc brewing, Pittsboro
• Board Game Night — Moon Dog Meadery, Durham
• Jazz: The Session — Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary
• Thursday Karaoke — Tap Yard, Raleigh
• Skee Ball Tournament — Boxcar Bar and Arcade, Raleigh
• Karaoke hosted by Empress — Speakeasy, Carrboro

Whether you’re looking for free things to do in Raleigh tonight, live music in Durham, family-friendly events in Cary, or nightlife around the Triangle, Thursday’s lineup has something for everyone.

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