Looking for the best things to do across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and the Triangle this Tuesday? Whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, enjoying free community events, or grabbing food and drink specials, this Triangle Event Guide for March 17, 2026 has everything you need to plan your day.

From free doughnuts at Krispy Kreme to St. Patrick’s Day parties, family-friendly activities, and local networking events—there’s something for everyone across the Triangle.

🌟 All-Day Deals & Specials

🍩 Free Green Doughnut at Krispy Kreme

All Day | FREE | Multiple Locations

Wear green and score a free St. Patrick’s Day doughnut at Krispy Kreme locations across the Triangle.

🎬 $6.25 Movie Tickets at The Lumina Theater

All Day | $6.25 | Chapel Hill

Enjoy discounted movie tickets all day at The Lumina Theater in Southern Village.

🌿 Morrisville Creek Week

FREE | Various Locations, Morrisville

Join environmental activities and volunteer opportunities focused on protecting local waterways.

🔬 Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | FREE (Durham Residents) | Durham

Durham County residents get free admission to one of the Triangle’s top family attractions.

Morning & Midday Events

☕ Coffee & Connection

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | FREE | Cary

Network and connect with professionals at The Williams House Craft Taproom.

🏡 Leprechaun Village: Build Leprechaun Houses

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh

Bring the kids out for a fun, creative St. Patrick’s Day-themed building activity at Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve.

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Parties & Celebrations

🍻 St. Patrick’s Day Party at Bull McCabe’s

11:00 AM – 11:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh

One of Raleigh’s most popular Irish pubs hosts a full day of festive fun.

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day at West 94th Street Pub

11:00 AM – 11:59 PM | FREE | Durham

Celebrate with drinks, music, and Irish vibes all day long.

🌮 Tequila Tuesday at bmc brewing

11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Discounted | Pittsboro

Take advantage of Tuesday drink specials with a festive twist.

🍺 St. Patrick’s Day at Doherty’s Irish Pub (Cary)

12:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Cary

Classic Irish food, drinks, and live celebration vibes.

🎉 St. Patrick’s Day Party at Bombshell Beer Company

2:00 PM | FREE | Holly Springs

Join the party with local brews and St. Paddy’s Day energy.

🍀 Doherty’s Irish Pub (Apex & Holly Springs)

3:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Apex & Holly Springs

Multiple locations celebrating with food, drinks, and Irish cheer.

📍 Plan Your Day in the Triangle

Whether you’re:

Grabbing a free Krispy Kreme doughnut 🍩 Networking over coffee ☕ Taking the kids to build leprechaun houses 🏡 Or partying all day at local Irish pubs 🍻

👉 The Triangle has something happening in every corner today.

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