Looking for things to do in the Triangle on Tuesday, November 10, 2026? Today’s lineup includes free family activities, veterans’ appreciation offers, live music, museum experiences, run clubs and evening entertainment.

Explore events in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough and Wendell, plus a military appreciation offer at the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro.

Veterans and Military Appreciation Offers

Veterans Brunch at John Chavis Memorial Park

Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: John Chavis Memorial Park, Raleigh
Cost: Free for veterans; $5 for guests
Registration: Required

Gather for a veterans’ appreciation brunch ahead of Veterans Day. Confirm registration availability before heading to the park.

Blades and Badges Day at Skate Fenton

Time: Check the skating schedule for hours
Location: Fenton, Cary
Offer: First responders and military receive $3 off

Enjoy a discounted skating outing in Cary. Confirm eligibility requirements and session availability with Skate Fenton.

Military Appreciation Week at the North Carolina Zoo

Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: North Carolina Zoo, Asheboro
Offer: Free admission for an eligible military member plus one guest

Planning a trip beyond the Triangle? Check the zoo’s identification requirements and last-entry times before traveling.

Family Activities and Holiday Fun

Roots of Discovery: Festival of Lights

Time: 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Location: Nature Research Center, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh
Cost: Free

Add a daytime museum visit to your Tuesday with this Festival of Lights program.

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops

Time: Check participating store schedules
Location: Multiple Bass Pro Shops locations
Cost: Free Santa photos and activities

Start the holiday season with a Santa photo outing. Check reservation requirements and available photo times at your selected store.

Christmas Tales with Santa

Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Multiple Bass Pro Shops locations
Cost: Free

Make room for a holiday storytelling stop. Confirm participation with your local store.

World Market Golden Santa Scavenger Hunt

Time: Check participating store hunt times
Location: Participating World Market locations
Cost: Free to participate

Search for a hidden Golden Santa for a chance to receive a reward worth up to $100. Store rules, availability and reward terms apply.

Art, Museums and Movie Deals

Sculpture in the Garden

Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: North Carolina Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill
Cost: Free; $5 suggested donation

Enjoy outdoor sculpture in a garden setting during this daytime Chapel Hill outing.

Reflections: Public Tour

Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
Location: Nasher Museum of Art, Durham
Cost: Free

Explore the museum through the scheduled Reflections public tour.

Tuesday Movie Tickets at The Lumina Theater

Time: Showtimes vary
Location: The Lumina Theater, Southern Village, Chapel Hill
Cost: $6.25 per Tuesday ticket

Plan a budget-friendly movie outing. Check the theater’s film lineup and showtimes before visiting.

Live Music Around the Triangle

From banjos to chamber music, Tuesday offers several ways to enjoy a live performance.

• Beer & Banjos in Raleigh: 6:30–9 p.m. at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard. Free admission.
• Beer & Banjos Carrboro: 7–9:30 p.m. at Speakeasy. Free admission.
• BEERthoven: 7:30 p.m. at Atomic Clock Brewing Co., Durham. The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle performs with guest artists; donations are optional.
• University Chamber Players: 7:30 p.m. at Hill Hall, UNC Chapel Hill. Free admission.

Free Fitness, Dancing and Run Clubs

Get moving and connect with others at these Tuesday activities.

• Free Line Dancing Class: 6–7 p.m. at The Snow Approach, Hillsborough.
• Run, Sweat, Beers Run Club: Listed from 6–9 p.m. at Growler Grlz, Durham. Confirm the run’s start time and route with organizers.
• Bond Brothers Run Club: Starts at 6 p.m. at Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary.

Check meeting points, participation details and weather updates before attending.

Games, Crafts and Creative Nights

Whether you enjoy chess, coloring or trivia, there are plenty of free evening options.

• Durham Chess Enthusiasts: 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham.
• Adult Coloring Night: 6–10 p.m. at Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham.
• Poker Night: 6–10 p.m. at KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary. Confirm participation rules with the venue.
• Chess Club: Starts at 6 p.m. at Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell.
• Craft and Draft Tuesdays: 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh. Check whether supplies are provided.
• Jeopardy! Bar League Trivia: 7–9 p.m. at Edit Beer Co., Raleigh.

DJs, Karaoke and a Durham Drink Special

Bounce and Brews DJ Night

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham
Cost: Free admission

Enjoy a Tuesday evening DJ event in Durham.

Karaoke Night

Time: 8–11 p.m.
Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham
Cost: Free admission

Take the microphone or cheer on the evening’s singers.

Tuesday Toss at Der Nachbar

Time: All-day offer during business hours
Location: Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham
Offer: Roll the dice to decide your $5 draft fate

Check with the venue for promotion rules and eligible drafts.

Before You Go

Confirm event times, registration requirements, age restrictions and availability directly with organizers. Free admission may not include food, drinks, supplies or other purchases. Military and first responder offers may require identification.

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Editor’s note: Opening dates, event details and development plans may change. Check with individual businesses, venues and organizations for the latest information.