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Town of Cary Weekend Event Guide (April 3–5, 2026)

Looking for things to do in Cary, NC this weekend? The DoRaleigh Town of Cary Weekend Event Guide highlights a mix of eco-friendly initiatives, local sports, and live entertainment happening from Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Whether you’re interested in sustainability, community events, or catching a game, here’s what’s happening in Cary this weekend.

🌱 Weekend Highlight: Compost Bin & Rain Barrel Sale

Dates: April 3, 4, & 5 Event: Compost Bin & Rain Barrel Sale

Support sustainable living in Cary by taking part in this eco-friendly community initiative. Residents can purchase discounted compost bins and rain barrels to help reduce waste and conserve water at home.

This is a great opportunity to:

Start composting at home Reduce your environmental footprint Save money on water usage Support Cary’s sustainability efforts

Friday, April 3 Events

William Peace University vs. Mary Baldwin University 🕓 4:00 PM 📍 Cary area

Catch an exciting college baseball matchup featuring William Peace University. A great outing for sports fans and families alike.

Bands, Bites, and Boats 🕔 5:00 PM

Enjoy a relaxing evening featuring live music, local food, and scenic waterfront vibes. Perfect for winding down your Friday in Cary.

Saturday, April 4 Events

Compost Bin & Rain Barrel Sale Continue your sustainability journey with this weekend-long event. William Peace University vs. Mary Baldwin University 🕐 1:00 PM

Another chance to catch this college baseball series and enjoy a day outdoors.

Sunday, April 5 Events

Compost Bin & Rain Barrel Sale

Wrap up your weekend by taking advantage of this final day of Cary’s sustainability sale and prepare your home for the spring season.

Town of Cary Weekend Event Guide (April 3–5, 2026)

Looking for things to do in Cary, NC this weekend? The Town of Cary Weekend Event Guide highlights a mix of eco-friendly initiatives, local sports, and live entertainment happening from Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Whether you’re interested in sustainability, community events, or catching a game, here’s what’s happening in Cary this weekend.

Why This Weekend in Cary is Worth Exploring

From green initiatives and outdoor events to sports and live entertainment, Cary offers something for everyone this weekend. Whether you’re spending time with family, exploring sustainability, or enjoying local culture, this lineup makes it easy to stay connected to the community.

Plan Your Weekend in Cary

Be sure to check event details, arrive early for popular activities, and take advantage of everything Cary has to offer this weekend.

Looking for more events across the Triangle? Stay tuned to DoRaleigh for daily guides and local highlights.

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Triangle Event Guide: First Friday Edition (April 3, 2026)

Looking for the best things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and the Triangle this First Friday? DoRaleigh got you covered. From free events and live music to food deals, art walks, and family-friendly activities, this curated guide highlights everything happening across the Triangle on Friday, April 3, 2026.

Whether you’re planning a daytime outing or a full night downtown, this First Friday event guide is your go-to resource for exploring the Triangle.

All-Day Events & Deals

Subway BOGO Deal 🕒 All Day 💲 Buy One Get One Free Footlong 📍 Various locations

North Carolina Science Festival (April Events) 🕒 All Day 💲 FREE 📍 Various locations across NC

Literary Peeps Show Dioramas + Voting 🕒 During library hours 💲 FREE 📍 Orange County Public Library, Hillsborough

Snooze Eatery Gas Price Promo 🕒 All Day 💲 Discounted (deduct avg. gas price from bill) 📍 Participating locations

Morning & Midday Events

First Friday Bird Walk 🕗 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM 💲 FREE 📍 White Deer Park, Garner

Tasting at Ten (Coffee Tasting) 🕙 10:00 AM 💲 FREE 📍 Counter Culture Coffee HQ, Durham

Village District Easter Egg Hunt (Prizes + Gift Cards!) 🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Village District, Raleigh

Free Easter Bunny Photos 🕚 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Bass Pro Shops (multiple locations)

First Friday Highlights (Arts, Music & Community)

Artspace First Friday (Live Art + Exhibits) 🕓 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Artspace, Raleigh

Bands, Bites & Boats Concert Series (Brian & Cheyenne) 🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Fred G. Bond Metro Park, Cary

First Friday Celebration (Music, Vendors, Food Trucks) 🕠 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Oak City Brewing, Knightdale

Pop-Up Music at North Hills 🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 The Commons at North Hills, Raleigh

FREE First Friday Guided Walking Tours (Registration Required) 🕕 6:00 PM & 7:15 PM 💲 FREE 📍 The Davie, Raleigh

First Friday Gallery Walk (Downtown Raleigh) 🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Various locations

Live Music at Gizmo Brew Works (Raleigh) 🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 💲 FREE

Nightlife, Entertainment & Late Night Fun

First Friday Under the Stars (Skywatching) 🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Three Bears Acres, Creedmoor

Latin Night with DJ Ones 🕖 7:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Mason Jar Lager Co., Fuquay-Varina

Bounce & Brews DJ Night 🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Video Game Night 🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Moon Dog Meadery, Durham

Karaoke Bingo Nights 🕖 7:00 PM – 11:55 PM 💲 FREE 📍 KōMANA Brewing, Cary

RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 18 Watch Party 🕗 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM 💲 FREE 📍 The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner

Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic 🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Durty Bull Brewing, Durham

Karaoke with Mega Mike 🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM 💲 FREE 📍 Crank Arm Brewing, Raleigh

📍 Why First Friday in the Triangle is a Must

First Friday in the Triangle is one of the best recurring monthly experiences, blending art, culture, music, food, and community vibes across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond. With so many free events and pop-ups, it’s the perfect way to explore local businesses, connect with creatives, and experience the heartbeat of the city.

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Triangle Event Guide Weekend Edition (Feb. 7–8, 2026)

Winter Olympics Watch Parties, Super Bowl Events, Festivals & Things To Do in Raleigh-Durham

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and across the Triangle this weekend? The DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide Weekend Edition for February 7–8, 2026 highlights Winter Olympics watch parties, community festivals, markets, family activities, sports watch parties, live music, cultural events, and plenty of free things to do.

From Super Bowl parties and Lunar New Year celebrations to art exhibits, hikes, markets, and local brewery events, there’s something happening across the Triangle all weekend.

Saturday, February 7, 2026 — Triangle Events

Featured All-Day Events

Winter Olympics Watch Parties — All Day | Raleigh Brewing (Raleigh) National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day — All Day | Various Triangle locations Krispy Kreme Doughnut Deal — Buy any dozen, get Original Glazed dozen for $2 (Multiple locations)

Morning Events

2nd Annual EagleFest at Jordan Lake — 8am–12pm | Jordan Lake Dam Eno to Eno Hike — 8am–4pm | West Point on the Eno (Durham) Krispy Kreme Challenge — 8am | Memorial Belltower, NC State (Raleigh) Cars & Coffee Morrisville — 8am–11am | Imperial Center (Durham) Girls & Women in Sports Clinic (Duke Athletics) — 9am–10:30am Home Depot Kids Workshop: Penguin Mailbox — 9am–12pm | Multiple locations Durham Craft Market — 9am–12pm | Durham Central Park

Midday Events & Community Activities

Astronomy Days — 10am–5pm | NC Museum of Natural Sciences (Raleigh) Durham Community Day — 10am–5pm | Museum of Life + Science Black History Month Celebration — 11am–2pm | John Chavis Memorial Park (Raleigh) Lunar New Year Market — 11am–4pm | Raleigh Iron Works Mystic Chili Cookoff — 12pm–4pm | Mystic Farm & Distillery (Durham) Valentine Markets & Adoption Events across Raleigh, Cary, Durham & Wake Forest

Afternoon Activities

Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum — 1pm Historic Yates Mill Guided Hike — 2pm Prairie Ridge Ecostation Programs — 1pm–3pm Really Really Free Markets in Carrboro & Durham area Artist Talks, Film Festivals & Gallery Events across the Triangle

Evening Entertainment & Nightlife

Duke vs. UNC Basketball Watch Parties (Cary & Durham) Live Music across Apex, Cary, Durham, Fuquay-Varina, Wake Forest & Holly Springs Karaoke nights, brewery events, and local music showcases

Sunday, February 8, 2026 — Triangle Events

All-Day Highlights

Winter Olympics Watch Parties — Raleigh Brewing Krispy Kreme Doughnut Promotion — Multiple locations Astronomy Days — NC Museum of Natural Sciences

Community, Family & Arts Events

Really Really Free Market — Eliza Pool Park (Raleigh) Artspace Open Studio — Raleigh Living in Color Exhibit Opening — Dix Park Puppy Bowl Watch Party — Hillsborough Dog Adoption Events across the Triangle

Super Bowl Sunday Watch Parties (Triangle Wide)

Expect watch parties at breweries, restaurants, wineries, and entertainment venues including:

ZincHouse Winery & Brewery (Durham) Clouds Brewing (Raleigh) Carolina Ale House locations Kings Dining + Entertainment (North Hills) Tap Yard Raleigh Dram & Draught (Soup Competition) Abbey Road Tavern Cary Sneaky Penguin Brewing (Raleigh) Beer Box Cary & The Can Opener Durham

Many locations feature food specials, contests, free snacks, or themed entertainment.

Evening Music & Social Events

Open mic nights and music jams across Durham & Raleigh Bluegrass sessions in Cary Community gatherings and cultural programming

Why This Weekend Stands Out in the Triangle

✔ Winter Olympics excitement across Raleigh breweries

✔ Super Bowl Sunday events everywhere

✔ Black History Month celebrations

✔ Lunar New Year programming

✔ Family-friendly museum days

✔ Outdoor hikes, markets, and free activities

It’s a perfect weekend to explore the Triangle’s arts, culture, food, and community scene.

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The Triangle Event Guide Weekend January 10–11th Edition

Looking for things to do this weekend in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and across the Triangle? From free community markets and outdoor festivals to live music, arts events, and family-friendly activities, the DoRaleigh Triangle Weekend Event Guide highlights dozens of ways to get out and enjoy Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11, 2026.

Whether you’re planning a full day out or just looking for something fun nearby, here’s what’s happening across the Triangle.

📅 Saturday, January 10, 2026

🌿 Morning & Midday Events

Durham Craft Market 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | FREE 📍 Durham Central Park

Right-Sizing Your Stuff: How to Use Your Space Better 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | FREE 📍 Laurel Hills Community Center, Raleigh

Weekend Nature Walk in Durham Parks 10:30 am – 11:30 am | $1.50–6.50 📍 Rock Quarry Park, Durham

Family Fun Day: New Year 11:00 am – 2:00 pm | FREE 📍 City of Raleigh Museum

10th Anniversary Party & Bonfire 11:00 am – 7:00 pm | FREE 📍 Oak City Brewing Company, Knightdale

JCPenney Kids Zone: Free Crafts 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | FREE 📍 JCPenney, participating locations

Visit Cow Sanctuary 11:00 am – 3:00 pm | $0–25 📍 Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, Chapel Hill

🌱 Afternoon Highlights

Seed Swap at Durham Co-Op Market 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm | FREE 📍 Durham

Co-Op Market New Tour at the North Carolina State Capitol 12:00 pm | FREE Learn about ancient Greek & Roman symbols

Hockey Pre-Game & Tailgate: Canes vs. Kraken 12:00 pm | FREE 📍 Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

Three Kings Day Parade 1:00 pm | FREE 📍 Downtown Cary

Rainbow Exchange Vendor Market 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm | FREE 📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro

MLK: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm | FREE 📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

Life on the Land 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | FREE 📍 Historic Yates Mill County Park

🎶 Evening Events & Nightlife

Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm | FREE 📍 Downtown Cary

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | $16.74–30.64 📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre

Cold Brew Comedy Series 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm | $11.16 📍 Lanza’s Café, Carrboro

Town of Carrboro’s Poets Party 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE 📍 Drakeford Library Complex, Carrboro

Multiple Live Music & Trivia Nights Locations include Cary, Durham, Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina, Wendell, Selma, Apex, and Wake Forest

📅 Sunday, January 11, 2026

☀️ Daytime & Family Events

Durham Community Day at the Museum of Life + Science 10:00 am – 5:00 pm | FREE (Durham County residents) 📍 Museum of Life+Science Raleigh

Really Really Free Market 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | FREE 📍 Eliza Pool Park, Raleigh

Sunday Funday Market at The Plant 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm | FREE 📍 The Plant, Pittsboro

Artspace Open Studio 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm | FREE 📍 Artspace, Raleigh

🎷 Afternoon & Evening

Sunday Jazz: Michael Jones & Ellis Merlin 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm | FREE 📍 Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

Free Yoga at Dix Park 3:30 pm | FREE (registration required) 📍 The Chapel at Dix Park

Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | FREE 📍 Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

Sapphlix Queer Movie Night 7:00 pm | FREE 📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

Sunday Open Mic at Moon Dog Meadery 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE 📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival (Encore) 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | $16.74–30.64 📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre

🎯 Make the Most of Your Weekend in the Triangle

This weekend is packed with free events, live music, markets, parades, wellness activities, and cultural celebrations across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and beyond.

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