Your guide to events, community gatherings, live music, and local happenings across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Apex, and beyond
Looking for something to do around the Triangle today? From family-friendly activities and free museum admission to live music, craft nights, fitness events, trivia, karaoke, and Olympics watch parties, Wednesday offers plenty of ways to get out, connect, and explore the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area.
Here’s your curated DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide for Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
⭐ Featured Deals & Special Events
🧁 Buy One Get One Free — Nothing Bundt Cakes
All Day | Discounted | Multiple Triangle Locations
Treat yourself with a BOGO dessert deal — perfect for midweek indulgence.
❄️ Winter Olympics Watch Parties
All Day | Raleigh Brewing (Raleigh)
Catch Olympic action with fellow fans, local brews, and a lively atmosphere.
Durham Community Day — Free Museum Admission
10 AM – 5 PM | FREE | Museum of Life + Science (Durham)
Durham County residents receive free admission for a day of science exhibits, outdoor exploration, and family fun.
Family, Kids & Community Activities
Total Tot Time (Kids 0-5) — 10 AM–12 PM | FREE | W.D. Hill Recreation Center (Durham)
Duck, Duck Goose Outdoor Play — 11 AM–12 PM | FREE | Crowder County Park (Apex)
Thinking with Philosophy (UNC Program) — 2:15 PM | FREE | Chapel Hill Public Library
Year of the Horse Garlands Workshop — 6–7:30 PM | FREE | Durham County Main Library
Great options for families, lifelong learners, and community engagement.
Games, Hobbies & Social Events
Board Game Night — Noon–10 PM | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works (Durham)
Magic the Gathering Meetup — 4–10 PM | FREE | Oaklyn Springs Brewery (Fuquay-Varina)
Bring Your Own Craft Night — 6:30–8:30 PM | FREE | Raleigh
Brewing Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night — 7 PM | FREE | Steel String Brewery (Carrboro)
DSSOLVR Bingo Night — 7 PM | FREE | DSSOLVR Durham
Perfect for meeting new people while enjoying hobbies and games.
Wellness, Fitness & Outdoor Fun
Free Acro Yoga (Indoor) — 5:30–8:30 PM | FREE | Method Road Park (Raleigh)
Crank Arm Wednesday Night Ride — 6:30 PM | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing (Durham)
Raleigh Drum Circle & Hoop Jam — 7–8:30 PM | FREE | Method Road Park
Community wellness activities remain a strong Triangle tradition.
Live Music, Arts & Entertainment
Cary / Chapel Hill / Carrboro
Live Jazz in the Study — 6–9 PM | FREE | Peck & Plume (Cary)
Local Artist Sessions — 7–10 PM | FREE | Speakeasy (Carrboro)
Open Mic Week — 8 PM | FREE | Abbey Road (Cary)
Raleigh / Durham / Apex
Karaoke Night — 8–10:30 PM | FREE | The Backyard Bar (Apex)
City Soul Cafe Open Mic — 8–11 PM | $10 | Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge (Raleigh)
Live Music: Heartbent with Miss Bliss — 9 PM | FREE | Slim’s (Raleigh)
Karaoke Night — 8–11:45 PM | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery (Durham)
Nightlife, Social & Competitive Fun
Ballroom Dance Social — 7–9 PM | $5 | Pullen Community Center (Raleigh)
Skee Ball Tournament — 8–10:30 PM | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade (Durham)
Beer Pong Tournament — 8:30–11 PM | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade (Raleigh)
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