Memorial Day Weekend Guide: Things To Do In & Around The Triangle
Memorial Day 2023 in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas, will feature many events, both to commemorate our fallen military personnel, and to just celebrate the beginning of the summer.
Here are just some of the events going on:
Annual Memorial Day Remembrance at Bennett Place
Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 28, 2023, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$3 for adults, $2 for children
http://www.b...oricsite.com/
Spring Vegan Potluck
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge
https://www....ntrefuge.org/
Memorial Day Remembrance
Cary, NC
Enjoy this patriotic ceremony honoring fallen veterans of all wars and conflicts.
https://www....y-remembrance
Free Flags
Ace Hardware is giving gives away American Flags for Memorial Day. These are 8×12-inch stick flags, suitable for placing on a grave, field or garden as a tribute.
https://www....flag-giveaway
North Carolina Museum Of History
Raleigh is home to the North Carolina Museum of History, which includes exhibits highlighting the state's military history. Visiting museums or memorials dedicated to veterans and service members can be a meaningful way to honor their sacrifices during Memorial Day.
https://www....fhistory.org/
Triangle Wind Ensemble Concert: The Music of John Williams
John Williams has been called America's greatest living composer. Best known for his film scores, he has also composed music for the concert hall, theme music for TV series and NBC Sunday Night Football, The Olympics and presidential inaugurations. This exciting program of popular and exciting works will also include a patriotic tribute in recognition of Memorial Day weekend.
https://www....-28-2023.html
Silent Party Raleigh: "Ratchet RNB vs. 90's RNB” Edition
The Concept: It’s your typical party…with no speakers or amps. Instead, attendees don wireless headphones and turn them to various stations, then boogie on the dance floor amidst other revelers dancing to whatever’s in their headphones.
https://vive...b-edit-wus7ok
Memorial Day Ceremony at Raleigh National Cemetery
The VA is proud to host public Memorial Day commemoration ceremonies at more than 130 of our national cemeteries this Memorial Day weekend. Join the ceremony to honor the patriotism and sacrifice of all those who have served in our nation's armed forces.
https://www....Memorial-Day/
Family Activities: Memorial Day weekend is often seen as the unofficial start of the summer season, so many families take advantage of the long weekend to enjoy outdoor activities. Parks, lakes, and recreational areas around Raleigh might have special events or activities like picnics, barbecues, sports tournaments, or water-based activities.
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Saturday, May 27th:
(1) Opulent Elephant - https://www..../event/689011
(2) Monet’s Waterlilies - A CLASSIC! - https://www..../event/689139
(3) West Coast Sunset - NEW!! - https://www..../event/689459
(4) Psychedelic Starry Night - BLACK LIGHT! - https://www..../event/690624
Sunday, May 28th
(1) Groovy Jelly - LONG CANVAS - https://www..../event/689137
(2) Beach Signs At High Tide - CUSTOMIZE IT - https://www..../event/689138
(3) Luminous Tree Frog - NEW!! - https://www..../event/690651
Monday, May 29th - Memorial Day
(1) Open Studio!
Unlike our traditional step-by-step instructor-led art class with an art instructor on stage... Open Studio time is designed to give you more flexibility and freedom. This is your chance to decide what you'd like to paint!
https://www..../event/695721
(2) Serene Sea Turtle - https://www..../event/695720
(3) FreeStyle Evenings
Open Studio for the evenings! https://www..../event/695722