Things to Do in Raleigh, Durham & Cary
Looking for things to do in the Triangle today? The DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide highlights the best events happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Carrboro on Monday, March 9, 2026.
From Daylight Saving Time deals and movie specials to family programs, yoga in the park, comedy shows, karaoke, and open mic nights, there are plenty of ways to start the week with something fun to do around the Triangle.
Whether you’re searching for free events, nightlife, or family-friendly activities, this guide will help you plan your Monday in the Raleigh-Durham area.
Daylight Saving Time Deals & Specials
BOGO Dozen for Daylight Saving Time
🕘 All Day
💲 Discounted
📍 Krispy Kreme — Multiple locations
Celebrate the time change with a sweet deal. Krispy Kreme is offering a Buy One Get One Dozen promotion for Daylight Saving Time.
Regal’s Best Picture Film Festival
🕘 All Day (showtimes vary)
💲 $5
📍 Regal Cinemas — Multiple locations
Catch award-winning films on the big screen during Regal’s Best Picture Film Festival, featuring select nominees at a discounted price.
Freebies & Deals for Daylight Saving Time
🕘 All Day
💲 Various Deals
📍 Multiple locations across the Triangle
Several businesses around the Triangle are celebrating the time change with special promotions, discounts, and freebies.
Family-Friendly & Community Events
Total Tot Time – Free Play Program (Ages 5 & Under)
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💲 FREE
📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham
Parents and caregivers can bring young children for a fun free play program designed for kids up to age five.
Stretch and Refresh
🕙 10:00 AM
💲 FREE
📍 Downtown Cary Park
Start the day with a morning stretch session at Downtown Cary Park, perfect for anyone looking to relax and recharge.
Children’s Bingo
🕓 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
💲 FREE
📍 Downtown Cary Park
Kids can enjoy a fun evening of bingo, prizes, and community activities at Downtown Cary Park.
Health & Wellness
Free Yoga at Dix Park (Registration Required)
🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💲 FREE
📍 Harvey Hill at Dix Park, Raleigh
Relax and unwind with outdoor yoga at Dix Park, one of Raleigh’s most scenic locations for wellness activities.
Tap Yard Yoga – Pay What You Can
🕡 6:30 PM
💲 Pay What You Can
📍 Tap Yard, Raleigh
Join a flexible community yoga session at Tap Yard with a pay-what-you-can pricing model.
Nightlife, Comedy & Entertainment
Early Karaoke
🕕 6:00 PM
💲 FREE
📍 The Northside District, Raleigh
Warm up your vocal cords and enjoy early evening karaoke with friends.
Open Mic Night
🕕 6:00 PM
💲 FREE
📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro
Enjoy live local talent including music, poetry, and comedy at Steel String Brewery.
Smut Book Club
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
💲 FREE
📍 Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh
Book lovers can gather for a lively discussion at the Smut Book Club, pairing reading with craft beer.
Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show
🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💲 FREE
📍 Flying Saucer, Raleigh
Laugh the night away at Cosmic Chuckles, a weekly comedy showcase featuring local comedians.
Board Game Night
🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
💲 FREE
📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham
Grab friends and enjoy a night of board games and mead tasting in Durham.
Carrboro Open Mic
🕢 7:30 PM
💲 FREE
📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro
Carrboro’s creative community comes together for music, spoken word, and performance art.
Air Hockey Tournament
🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
💲 FREE
📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh
Compete in a friendly air hockey tournament at Boxcar, one of Raleigh’s most popular arcade bars.
Explore More Triangle Events
The Triangle region continues to offer something for everyone, from family-friendly programs and outdoor fitness to comedy, music, and nightlife. Whether you’re exploring Downtown Raleigh, Durham, Cary, or Carrboro, Monday nights in the Triangle are far from boring.
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