Looking for something fun, festive, and budget-friendly to kick off Thanksgiving Week in the Triangle? Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Wake Forest, or Knightdale, Monday, November 24, 2025, is packed with free events, family activities, food deals, and nighttime entertainment. Here’s your complete guide to what’s happening across the Triangle today.
🌞 All-Day Deals & Family Activities
☕ Sheetz: Free Coffee With Any Purchase
All Day | FREE | Sheetz, Multiple Locations
Start your week caffeinated! Sheetz is offering free coffee with any purchase throughout Thanksgiving Week. A perfect pick-me-up before holiday travel.
🎅 Free Santa Photos at Bass Pro Shops — Santa’s Wonderland
All Day | FREE | Bass Pro Shops, Multiple Locations
Bring the whole family for free Santa photos, crafts, holiday activities, and festive displays at Santa’s Wonderland. Reservations may be required, so check your local store.
⛸️ Cheapskate Day at Skate the Square (Fenton)
All Day | Discounted | Fenton, Cary
Save $3 off admission during Cheapskate Day at Skate the Square at Fenton. Hours vary—check the website before you go!
🍁 Morning Events in the Triangle
🦃 Wake Forest Police Department Turkey Giveaway
7:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m. | FREE | Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry, Wake Forest
A community tradition! Families in need can pick up a turkey ahead of Thanksgiving—first come, first served.
🧸 Total Tot Time (Durham)
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | FREE | W.D. Hill Recreation Center
A free-play program for kids ages 5 and under. Open gym fun with toys, mats, games, and room to run.
Afternoon Events
🏈 Monday Night NFL Football Watch Party
3:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh
Gear up for Monday Night Football with food trucks, craft beer, and big screens. A popular weekly hangout for fans.
Evening Events Across the Triangle
🍗 Durham Beer Garden: 75¢ Wings
5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | $0.75 | Durham Beer Garden
The best wing deal in Durham—dine-in only. Perfect for a budget-friendly Monday dinner.
🎵 Music Bingo (Knightdale)
6:00 p.m. | FREE | Oak City Brewing Company
A fun mix of bingo, music trivia, and big prizes. All ages are welcome.
🏮 North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | $16.74–$30.64 | Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Walk through thousands of glowing lanterns, live performances, and immersive displays. One of the Triangle’s most magical holiday attractions.
🎤 Open Mic Night (Carrboro)
6:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. | FREE | Steel String Brewery
Local musicians, poets, and comedians take the stage. A great night for discovering new talent.
😂 Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show
7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | FREE | Flying Saucer Raleigh
A curated lineup of rising comics from across the region. No tickets needed—just show up and grab a seat.
🎨 Adult Coloring Night (Cary)
7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | FREE | KōMANA Brewing Company
A relaxing evening of creativity, brews, and community. Coloring supplies provided.
🎲 Game Night (Raleigh)
7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing Company
Board games, card games, good beer, and friendly competition.
🎲 Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery (Durham)
7:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop
Choose from dozens of games or bring your own. Mead flights and guest ciders available.
🏒 Air Hockey Tournament (Raleigh)
8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Boxcar Bar & Arcade
Compete for bragging rights at one of Raleigh’s most popular arcades.
🎤 Carrboro Open Mic at Speakeasy
8:00 p.m.–11:59 p.m. | FREE | Speakeasy
Another great stage for local performers—music, spoken word, or comedy welcome.
✨ Final Thoughts
Whether you’re looking for holiday family fun, free community events, or nighttime entertainment, the Triangle has a full Monday lineup ready for you. Bookmark this guide and explore Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Knightdale, and Wake Forest with ease.
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