Looking for free and fun things to do across the Triangle this Thursday? From public art festivals to rooftop concerts, comedy shows, kids’ activities, and game nights, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your SEO-friendly guide to events happening in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and beyond on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
All-Day Experiences
Uproar Festival of Public Art – Orange County
📅 All Day | 💵 Free | 📍 Various Locations
A must-see for art lovers! Explore large-scale installations, murals, and interactive art pieces across Orange County.
Morning Gatherings
Veteran’s Coffee and Connection
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | 📍 Fainting Goat Brewing Company, Fuquay-Varina | Free
A welcoming space for veterans to connect, share stories, and build community over coffee.
Music Day for Kids
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | 📍 Fenton, Cary | Free
A lively morning of music-themed fun designed for kids of all ages.
Stroll Through History: Historic Oakwood Cemetery Tour
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | 📍 Raleigh | Free
Join a guided walking tour and uncover fascinating stories from Raleigh’s past.
Free Kids’ Movie: The Iron Giant
🕙 10:00 a.m. | 📍 Triangle Cinemas @ Six Forks | Free
A family favorite animated classic on the big screen—at no cost!
Afternoon Fun & Family Activities
Incredible Science
🕜 1:30 p.m. | 📍 NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh | Free
Hands-on science fun for curious minds of all ages.
Marbles’ Art Bash
🕓 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | 📍 Marbles Kids Museum, Raleigh | Free
An afternoon of creative activities and art exploration for kids.
Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day
🕟 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | 📍 Durham | Free food distribution for the community.
Evening Drinks, Rooftop Views & Live Music
Free Wine Tasting on the Rooftop
🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | 📍 10th & Terrace, Residence Inn Downtown Raleigh | Free
Sip and savor wines while taking in stunning city views.
Live Music at The Westin Raleigh-Durham Rooftop
🕠 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Free
Enjoy sunset vibes with great music above the city.
Jazz in the Square – Patrick McGrew Trio & Também
🕕 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 Moore Square, Raleigh | Free
A soulful night of jazz in the heart of downtown Raleigh.
Live Music: Hotbird
🕕 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest | Free
Live Music: Davis Tucker
🕕 6:00 p.m. | 📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell | Free
Open Mic (Music & Poetry)
🕕 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 The Common Market, Durham | Free
Vinyl Night
🕕 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 Gizmo Brew Works, Durham | Free
🎯 Game Nights & Cultural Events
Game Night
🕕 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner | Free
Discover India: Unity in Diversity
🕡 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | 📍 Page-Walker Arts & History Center, Cary | Free
Virtual Sensory Journey Through Art
🕖 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 📍 NC Museum of Art, Raleigh | Free
Music Bingo
🕖 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 Fortnight Brewing, Cary | Free
🕖 7:00 p.m. | 📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro | Free
Thursday Night Live Music
🕖 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 📍 Southern Village, Chapel Hill | Free
Triangle Trivia Tournament
🕖 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 📍 Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh | Free
Level Up and Sip
🕖 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 📍 Crank Arm Brewing, Durham | Free
Board Game Night
🕖 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham | Free
Ruckus Open Mic with Brian Jones
🕖 7:00 p.m. | 📍 Ruckus Pizza – Park West Morrisville | Free
😂 Nighttime Laughs & Late-Night Music
Free Comedy Show – Growing Up is Sketchy
🕢 7:30 p.m. | 📍 The ArtsCenter, Carrboro | Free
Air Hockey Tournament
🕗 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham | Free
Free Comedy Show
🕗 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 📍 Clouds Brewing Taproom, Raleigh | Free
Jazz Jam Open Mic
🕗 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 📍 Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary | Free
🎯 Final Tip
Whether you’re hunting for family-friendly daytime fun, cultural experiences, or nightlife entertainment, Thursday in the Triangle has it all—and it’s all free.
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