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  1. Triangle Event Guide – Thursday January 29th Edition

    Things to Do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest & Beyond

    Looking for things to do around the Triangle this Thursday? From live music, film screenings, trivia-style games, and jazz jams to wine specials, karaoke, and community discussions, the Triangle Event Guide for Thursday, January 29, 2026 highlights some of the best free and low-cost events happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, Wendell, and Carrboro.

    Whether you’re planning an after-work outing, a casual night with friends, or something a little different, there’s something on the calendar for everyone.

    🎤 Community, Culture & Conversations

    Great Decisions Discussion Series

    🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 The Woman’s Club of Raleigh

    Start your Thursday with thoughtful conversation at this engaging discussion series focused on global issues, civic engagement, and informed dialogue.

    Food, Drinks & Social Nights

    Thursday Uncorked: Half-Priced Bottles of Wine

    🕓 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

    💲 Discounted

    📍 The Longleaf Hotel – Raleigh

    Unwind after work with half-priced bottles of wine in a relaxed downtown Raleigh setting.


    Live Music & Open Mics

    Vinyl Nights

    🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Gizmo Brew Works – Durham

    Enjoy classic and curated vinyl selections while sipping local brews.

    Live Music

    🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Blackbird Brewery – Wake Forest

    Live Music

    🕕 6:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company – Wendell

    Jazz Jam Open Mic

    🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Bond Brothers Eastside – Cary

    Local musicians and jazz lovers come together for an energetic open jam session.


    Film, Games & Interactive Events

    Full Frame Winter Road Show: Come See Me in the Good Light (Reserve Tickets)

    🕖 7:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 The Cary Theater

    Catch this special Full Frame Documentary Film Festival screening—advance reservations recommended.

    Music Bingo

    🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Fortnight Brewing – Cary

    Board Game Night

    🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop – Durham

    Air Hockey Tournament

    🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade – Durham

    Skee Ball Tournament

    🕘 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade – Raleigh


    Karaoke & Late-Night Fun

    Karaoke hosted by Empress

    🕘 9:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Speakeasy – Carrboro

    Thursday Karaoke

    🕘 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    💲 FREE

    📍 Tap Yard – Raleigh

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  2. Triangle Event Guide Free Things To Do on Friday January 23rd Edition

    Looking for free events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, and Wendell this Friday? The Triangle Event Guide for Friday, January 23, 2026 is packed with live music, outdoor activities, community gatherings, open mics, and family-friendly experiences — all at no cost.

    Whether you’re planning a daytime outing or a full night out, here’s what’s happening around the Triangle 👇

    🎉 Friday, January 23, 2026 — Free Events Across the Triangle

    Free Friday at Mordecai Historic Park

    🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Raleigh

    Explore one of Raleigh’s most historic sites with free admission all day — perfect for history lovers and families.

    Visiting Hours for Walk for Peace in Apex — Lunchtime Stop

    🕥 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    Stop by during lunch hours to reflect, connect, and support this meaningful community initiative.

    Free Laundry Event with Uplift Laundry Truck (2 Free Loads!)

    🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE

    📍 The Wash House

    A powerful community support event offering free laundry services for those in need.

    Live Music: Emily Musolino & Azul

    🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Boxyard RTP

    Kick off the evening with live music at one of the Triangle’s most popular outdoor food and music destinations.

    Fourth Friday Fire with Durham Parks & Recreation

    🕕 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | FREE

    📍 West Point on the Eno

    Gather around the fire for an evening of community and nature along the Eno River.

    Visiting Hours for Walk for Peace in Apex — Evening Session

    🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Apex High School

    An evening opportunity to participate in this community-centered event in Apex.

    Acoustic Open Mic Night

    🕡 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Esmeralda’s Cafe

    Enjoy local talent, poetry, and acoustic sets in a cozy café setting.

    Bounce & Brews DJ Night

    🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Gizmo Brew Works

    A high-energy DJ night pairing beats with craft beer favorites.

    Karaoke Bingo Night

    🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

    📍 KōMANA Brewing Company

    A fun twist on karaoke and bingo — great for groups and after-work crowds.

    Hoppy Hour Cinema Movie Series

    🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

    📍 The Glass Jug Downtown Durham Taproom

    Watch a movie while sipping local brews in downtown Durham.

    Video Game Night

    🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop

    Retro and modern gaming paired with mead and craft beverages.

    Live Music: Rhinestone Country Night ft. Russ Varnell & His Too Country Band

    🕢 7:30 PM | FREE

    📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company

    A lively country music night in Wendell with dancing encouraged.

    Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic

    🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Durty Bull Brewing Company

    Catch rising comedians testing new material in a relaxed brewery setting.

    Karaoke with Mega Mike

    🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company

    Wrap up the night with crowd-favorite karaoke in downtown Raleigh.

    📍 Explore More Triangle Events

    From Raleigh to Durham, Cary, Apex, and beyond, the Triangle is full of free ways to connect, unwind, and explore your community.


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    Discover free events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, and Wendell on Friday, January 23, 2026. Live music, community events, open mics, movies, and more in the DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide.

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  3. The Triangle Event Guide – Things to Do Tuesday January 20th Edition

    Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, and Pittsboro this Tuesday? The Triangle Event Guide for Tuesday, January 20, 2026 is packed with free and low-cost events—from trivia nights and run clubs to cultural celebrations, book clubs, live music, and community gatherings. Whether you’re planning a laid-back evening or a full night out, there’s something happening across the Triangle.

    🌮🍹 Food, Drink & Social Events

    Tequila Tuesday

    🕚 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Discounted

    📍 bmc brewing (Pittsboro)

    Pints & Pups

    🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Ponysaurus

    Bond Brothers Run Club

    🕕 6:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Bond Brothers Beer Company

    Beer & Banjos in Raleigh

    🕡 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard

    📚 Culture, Learning & Community

    Japanese Taiko Drumming & Cultural Celebration

    🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | FREE

    📍 Durham County Main Library

    Book & Puzzle Swap

    🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Ment Beverage Co.

    Durham Chess Enthusiasts

    🕠 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

    📍 Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps

    National Day of Racial Healing (MLK Day Event)

    🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE

    📍 City of Raleigh Museum

    Hosted with the Raleigh Human Relations Commission

    🎨 Hobbies, Games & Meetups

    Book Club: Radium Girls by Kate Moore

    🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Southern Peak Brewery

    Adult Coloring Night

    🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt

    Pint-Sized Paleontology

    🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

    📍 Ponysaurus

    Not Rocket Science Trivia

    🕡 6:30 PM | FREE

    📍 Amberly Local

    Team Trivia

    🕖 7:00 PM | FREE

    📍 D’s Bottle Shop and Craft Beer College

    Music Bingo

    🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Gizmo Brew Works

    Video Game Night

    🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop

    🎶 Nightlife, Music & Entertainment

    New Year Beginner Square Dance Lessons – First Night

    🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | $8

    📍 St. James United Methodist Church

    Movie Night

    🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Ponysaurus

    Karaoke Night

    🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

    📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade

    Open Mic with a Live Band

    🕘 9:00 PM – 11:59 PM | FREE

    📍 Slims

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  4. The Triangle Entertainment Guide Monday October 6th Edition

    Looking for something fun, free, or family-friendly to do this Monday across the Triangle? From Durham to Raleigh and Carrboro, the region is packed with creative ways to kick off your week — from Día de los Muertos celebrations to open mics, game nights, and community gatherings.

    🕯️ Día de los Muertos Ofrenda

    📍 Duke University Chapel, Durham

    💸 FREE

    Honor and celebrate the lives of loved ones during Duke University Chapel’s annual Día de los Muertos Ofrenda. This traditional altar invites the community to reflect, share memories, and participate in one of Durham’s most meaningful cultural displays.

    🧸 Total Tot Time: Free Play for Kids

    🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

    💸 FREE

    Bring your little ones to enjoy two hours of unstructured playtime! Perfect for kids up to age 5, this free program encourages movement, fun, and social development in a safe environment.

    🍎 Free Food Distribution

    🕑 2:00 PM

    📍 Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, Durham

    💸 FREE

    Elizabeth Street UMC continues its mission to support the local community by offering free food to those in need. Volunteers are welcome to lend a helping hand!

    🏈 Monday Night NFL Football Watch Party

    🕒 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

    📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh

    💸 FREE

    Grab a pint and catch all the gridiron action as your favorite teams face off on Monday Night Football! Crank Arm’s big screens, local brews, and friendly atmosphere make it the ultimate game-day hangout.

    🍗 Durham Beer Garden: 75¢ Wing Night

    🕔 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

    📍 Durham Beer Garden, Durham

    💸 $0.75 per wing (dine-in only)

    Start your week with unbeatable deals and delicious wings at Durham Beer Garden. Pair them with local craft brews and enjoy the laid-back vibe.

    🎤 Open Mic Night

    🕕 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

    💸 FREE

    Take the stage or cheer on local performers at Carrboro’s favorite open mic night. Expect a mix of acoustic sets, original songs, and spontaneous creativity.

    🏈 Flag Football Skills for Girls

    🕕 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM

    📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

    💸 $6.00–$11.00 (for the full series)

    A fun, empowering program designed to build athletic confidence and teamwork for girls interested in flag football.

    🎮 Game Night at Crank Arm Brewing

    🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

    📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh

    💸 FREE

    Stay after the football fun for Crank Arm’s Game Night! Challenge your friends to trivia, board games, and brews in this downtown Raleigh favorite.

    😂 Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show

    🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    📍 Flying Saucer Raleigh

    💸 FREE

    Kick off your week with laughs at Flying Saucer’s free Cosmic Chuckles Comedy Show — featuring some of the Triangle’s funniest up-and-coming comedians.

    🎨 Adult Coloring Night

    🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    📍 KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary

    💸 FREE

    Unwind and destress with coloring pages, cold drinks, and creative vibes at this relaxed community night for grown-ups.

    🧩 Monthly Puzzle Challenge

    🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

    📍 Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham

    💸 FREE

    Put your brain to the test in a friendly, timed jigsaw puzzle competition! Gather your team and see who can piece it together the fastest.

    🎲 Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

    🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham

    💸 FREE

    Game on! Explore tabletop favorites or discover something new during this weekly board game meetup.

    🎙️ Carrboro Open Mic at Speakeasy

    🕗 8:00 PM – 11:59 PM

    📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro

    💸 FREE

    Wrap up your Monday night with music, poetry, and local talent at the Carrboro Open Mic — a creative community staple that never disappoints.

    🎉 Make Monday Matter in the Triangle

    From family fun to creative nights out, the Triangle has something for everyone this Monday. Explore, connect, and discover new places that make our region shine.

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