From art to outdoors, concerts to spraygrounds, here are the best free, family activities in the Triangle
The Triangle is known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and a wide range of activities suitable for all ages. And thankfully, many of those things to do are actually free.
Posted — UpdatedThe Triangle is known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and a wide range of activities suitable for all ages. And thankfully, many of those things to do are actually free.
Here’s a list of free attractions and family activities in the Triangle.
North Carolina Museum of Art
Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Address: 11 West Jones St., Raleigh
Pullen Park
Address: 520 Ashe Ave., Raleigh
American Tobacco Trail
Address: Varies by county. See the trail map at triangletrails.org
Duke Lemur Center
Address: 3705 Erwin Road, Durham
Free, seasonal outdoor concerts
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This free concert series is presented by Durham Central Park and WNCU 90.7FM. The concerts take place on the first Friday of the month from May to October at Durham Central Park.
Dates: May 5 - Oct, 6, 2023, 7 p.m.
Address: Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street in Downtown Durham
Durham Parks and Recreation presents Rock The Park, a free summer concert and movie series that takes place at a number of Durham's most beautiful parks throughout the Bull City.
Dates: June 10 - Aug. 29, 2023, concerts run from 6 to 8 p.m.
Address: Various Durham locations
The Streets at Southpoint hosts a Saturday evening music series.
Dates: June 3 - Sept. 30, 2023, 6 to 9 p.m.
Address: The Streets at Southpoint, 6910 Fayetteville Road, Durham
The Raleigh Parks Department hosts free outdoor concerts at Pullen Park and Fred Fletcher Park this summer. See a full lineup on the park’s website.
Dates: June 11 - Sept. 24, 2023, 6 to 8 p.m.
Address: Pullen Park and Fred Fletcher Park, Chapel Hill
Get your weekend off to an awesome start with one of Chapel Hill’s favorite gatherings, Fridays on the Front Porch. Sip on crafted cocktails and North Carolina beers, enjoy live music and nibble on cuisine from a weekly food truck lineup.
Dates: April 7-July 7, 2023
Address: The Carolina Inn, 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill
Wine Down Wednesday is kid-friendly and dog-friendly, so bring the whole crew. Small plates, gelato, and sorbetto are available for order in addition to wine and beer.
Dates: April 5 to Oct. 11, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Address: La Vita Dolce, 610 Market Street Suite 101-C, Chapel Hill
Get wet at one of these spraygrounds
What better way to beat the heat and save money? The Raleigh area is home to multiple free and low-cost spraygrounds. Pack some snacks and head out early, here are the four free locations:
Jack Smith Park
Address: 9725 Penny Road, Cary
John Chavis Memorial Park
Address: 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh
Moore Square Splash Pad
Address: 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh
Taylor Street Park Sprayground
Address: 416 N. Taylor Street, Wake Forest
The Triangle is a treasure trove of free family activities, so enjoy nature and fun together as a family. And do it for free.
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