Kick off the week with a full lineup of free, low-cost, and family-friendly events happening across the Triangle. Whether you’re looking for festive holiday fun, live entertainment, game nights, or great food deals, Monday has plenty to explore in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Carrboro.
🎅 Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops – Santa’s Wonderland
📅 All Day | 💲 FREE
📍 Bass Pro Shops, Multiple Locations
Santa’s Wonderland is back! Bring the family for free Santa photos, crafts, games, and festive holiday displays. One of the Triangle’s most popular seasonal attractions—arrive early to avoid long lines.
⛸️ Cheapskate Day at Skate the Square (Fenton)
📅 All Day | 💲 $3 OFF
📍 Fenton, Cary
Perfect for budget-friendly fun! Enjoy $3 off admission at the popular “Skate the Square” rink at Fenton. Check their website for open skate times.
🎈 Total Tot Time – Free Play for Kids (Up to Age 5)
📅 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham
Let the little ones run, play, and explore during this free indoor play session designed just for toddlers and preschoolers.
🏈 Monday Night NFL Football Watch Party
📅 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh
Enjoy craft beer, community vibes, and big-screen football during this Monday Night NFL watch party. Great energy and family-friendly until 8 p.m.
🍗 75¢ Wings at Durham Beer Garden
📅 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 💲 $0.75 (Dine-In Only)
📍 Durham Beer Garden
Grab one of the best Monday deals in Durham—fresh, saucy wings for only 75 cents each. Perfect for dinner or a casual hangout spot.
🏮 North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
📅 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 💲 $16.74–$30.64
📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary
Stroll through breathtaking handcrafted lantern displays, cultural performances, and glowing art installations. A must-see Triangle holiday tradition.
🎤 Open Mic Night at Steel String Brewery
📅 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Carrboro
Whether you’re a musician, poet, or storyteller, this community open mic welcomes all creative voices.
🏆 Cornhole Tournament at Raleigh Brewing
📅 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh
Grab a partner and compete in this fun (and free!) weekly cornhole tournament. All skill levels welcome.
🔢 Free Bingo at The Longleaf Hotel
📅 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 The Longleaf Hotel, Raleigh
This retro-themed hotel hosts a lively, social bingo night—totally free to play with fun prizes on deck.
😂 Cosmic Chuckles – Weekly Comedy Show
📅 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Flying Saucer Raleigh
Laugh your way into the week with this free stand-up showcase featuring local comedians and rising talent.
🖍️ Adult Coloring Night at KōMANA Brewing
📅 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Cary
Relax, sip, and color your way to a calmer Monday evening. Supplies provided, or bring your own.
🎮 Game Night at Crank Arm Brewing
📅 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Raleigh
Board games, card games, social vibes, and great beer. A Monday classic in the Warehouse District.
🧩 Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery
📅 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Durham
Mead + board games + community = a perfect Monday night.
🏒 Air Hockey Tournament at Boxcar Bar & Arcade
📅 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Raleigh
Compete in this fast-paced tournament at one of Raleigh’s most iconic arcade bars. Free entry—bragging rights included.
🎤 Carrboro Open Mic at Speakeasy
📅 8:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. | 💲 FREE
📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro
Wrap up your Monday with music, poetry, comedy, and more at one of the longest-running open mic nights in the region.
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