Looking for something fun, free, or family-friendly to do this Monday across the Triangle? From Durham to Raleigh and Carrboro, the region is packed with creative ways to kick off your week — from Día de los Muertos celebrations to open mics, game nights, and community gatherings.

🕯️ Día de los Muertos Ofrenda

📍 Duke University Chapel, Durham

💸 FREE

Honor and celebrate the lives of loved ones during Duke University Chapel’s annual Día de los Muertos Ofrenda. This traditional altar invites the community to reflect, share memories, and participate in one of Durham’s most meaningful cultural displays.

🧸 Total Tot Time: Free Play for Kids

🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

💸 FREE

Bring your little ones to enjoy two hours of unstructured playtime! Perfect for kids up to age 5, this free program encourages movement, fun, and social development in a safe environment.

🍎 Free Food Distribution

🕑 2:00 PM

📍 Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, Durham

💸 FREE

Elizabeth Street UMC continues its mission to support the local community by offering free food to those in need. Volunteers are welcome to lend a helping hand!

🏈 Monday Night NFL Football Watch Party

🕒 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh

💸 FREE

Grab a pint and catch all the gridiron action as your favorite teams face off on Monday Night Football! Crank Arm’s big screens, local brews, and friendly atmosphere make it the ultimate game-day hangout.

🍗 Durham Beer Garden: 75¢ Wing Night

🕔 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

📍 Durham Beer Garden, Durham

💸 $0.75 per wing (dine-in only)

Start your week with unbeatable deals and delicious wings at Durham Beer Garden. Pair them with local craft brews and enjoy the laid-back vibe.

🎤 Open Mic Night

🕕 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

💸 FREE

Take the stage or cheer on local performers at Carrboro’s favorite open mic night. Expect a mix of acoustic sets, original songs, and spontaneous creativity.

🏈 Flag Football Skills for Girls

🕕 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM

📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

💸 $6.00–$11.00 (for the full series)

A fun, empowering program designed to build athletic confidence and teamwork for girls interested in flag football.

🎮 Game Night at Crank Arm Brewing

🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh

💸 FREE

Stay after the football fun for Crank Arm’s Game Night! Challenge your friends to trivia, board games, and brews in this downtown Raleigh favorite.

😂 Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Flying Saucer Raleigh

💸 FREE

Kick off your week with laughs at Flying Saucer’s free Cosmic Chuckles Comedy Show — featuring some of the Triangle’s funniest up-and-coming comedians.

🎨 Adult Coloring Night

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary

💸 FREE

Unwind and destress with coloring pages, cold drinks, and creative vibes at this relaxed community night for grown-ups.

🧩 Monthly Puzzle Challenge

🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

📍 Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham

💸 FREE

Put your brain to the test in a friendly, timed jigsaw puzzle competition! Gather your team and see who can piece it together the fastest.

🎲 Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham

💸 FREE

Game on! Explore tabletop favorites or discover something new during this weekly board game meetup.

🎙️ Carrboro Open Mic at Speakeasy

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:59 PM

📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro

💸 FREE

Wrap up your Monday night with music, poetry, and local talent at the Carrboro Open Mic — a creative community staple that never disappoints.

🎉 Make Monday Matter in the Triangle

From family fun to creative nights out, the Triangle has something for everyone this Monday. Explore, connect, and discover new places that make our region shine.

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