The Triangle knows how to do Thursdays right, and July 31, 2025, is packed with fun for every taste—literally! Whether you’re into food, music, games, or family outings, there’s something happening near you.

All-Day Highlights

Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week – Savor the best flavors Raleigh has to offer at special prices. Perfect for foodies looking to explore new spots! Baskin-Robbins: 31% Off Scoops – Celebrate the 31st with 31% off your favorite ice cream scoops at participating locations.

Family Fun

Free Kids’ Movie: The Bad Guys 10:00 a.m. | FREE | Triangle Cinemas @ Six Forks A perfect way to keep the little ones entertained (and cool) this summer morning. Incredible Science 1:30 p.m. | FREE | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh Spark curiosity and explore hands-on science fun for all ages.

Early Evening Vibes

Live Music on the Rooftop 5:30–7:30 p.m. | FREE | Westin Raleigh-Durham Chill out with skyline views and great tunes to kick off your evening. Open Mic (Music & Poetry) 6:00–8:00 p.m. | FREE | The Common Market, Durham Celebrate creativity and support local talent. Vinyl Night 6:00–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham Bring your favorite records or discover new sounds. Game Night 6:00–9:00 p.m. | FREE | The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner Grab a drink, grab a game, and enjoy friendly competition.

Evening Entertainment

Thursday Night Live Music 7:00–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Southern Village, Chapel Hill An outdoor music experience perfect for a summer night. Music Bingo 7:00–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Fortnight Brewing, Cary 7:00 p.m. | FREE | Steel String Brewery, Carrboro Test your music knowledge and win prizes! Triangle Trivia Tournament 7:00–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh Show off your smarts and maybe score some bragging rights. Summer Jazz Jam with Butler Knowles 7:00–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Missy Lane’s Assembly Room, Durham Level Up and Sip 7:00–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing, Durham Board Game Night 7:00–11:00 p.m. | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham Ruckus Open Mic with Brian Jones 7:00 p.m. | FREE | Ruckus Pizza, Park West Morrisville Air Hockey Tournament 8:00–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham Free Comedy Show 8:00–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Clouds Brewing Taproom, Raleigh Jazz Jam Open Mic 8:00–11:00 p.m. | FREE | Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary Thursday Karaoke 9:00–11:00 p.m. | FREE | Tap Yard, Raleigh

Why Thursday Rocks

From free family movies to late-night karaoke, this Thursday is built for community fun across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and beyond. And the best part? Almost everything is free.

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