Looking for things to do across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, Apex, and Knightdale? The Triangle Event Guide highlights the best free and low-cost events happening across the Triangle on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. From board game nights and live jazz to festivals, open mics, and outdoor movement classes, there’s something for everyone tonight.
🎲 Games, Social & Community Events
Board Game Night
🕛 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE
📍 Gizmo Brew Works (Durham)
Board Game Night
🕓 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE
📍 PourWorks Beer and Wine Shop
Clue and Brew: Scavenger Hunt
🕡 6:30 pm | FREE
📍 Oak City Brewing Company
Weekly Skee Ball Tournament
🕗 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm | FREE
📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade
Beer Pong Tournament
🕣 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm | FREE
📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade
📚 Arts, Culture & Wellness
Book Club at Bird’s Nest
🕔 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE
📍 Blackbird Brewery
Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam
🕠 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm | FREE
Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (Indoors)
🕖 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm | FREE
🎶 Live Music, Open Mics & Nightlife
Live Jazz in the Study
🕕 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE
📍 Peck & Plume
City Soul Cafe Open Mic
🕗 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm | $10
📍 Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge
Karaoke Night at The Backyard Bar
🕗 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm | FREE
📍 The Backyard Bar
Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery
🕗 8:00 pm – 11:45 pm | FREE
📍 Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop
Open Mic Week
🕗 8:00 pm | FREE
📍 Abbey Road
Featured Festival Event
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
🕕 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | $16.74–$30.64
One of the Triangle’s most popular winter attractions, the Chinese Lantern Festival features massive illuminated lantern displays, cultural performances, and food vendors—perfect for a midweek night out.
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