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Food & Drink Events in the Triangle
The Triangle's food scene is a hidden gem, and yes, you can bring the kids! We find family-friendly food festivals, brewery events with play areas, tastings, and culinary experiences the whole family can enjoy together.
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Tea on Tenth: Rooftop Afternoon Tea at 10th & Terrace
10th & Terrace at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown · Raleigh
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Everything a Triangle mom needs to make a morning of the NC State Farmers Market in Raleigh with kids — the 75-acre layout, hours and free parking, where the watermelons and peaches are right now, the garden center, the sit-down restaurants, and how to turn a produce run into a genuinely fun (and cheap) family outing.
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Tea on Tenth: Rooftop Afternoon Tea at 10th & Terrace
10th & Terrace at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown · Raleigh
$40
11am
11am–3pm
11am–2pm
Author Meet & Book Signing with Cassie Swindon
10th & Terrace at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown · Raleigh
Free
12pm–4pm
Morgan Street Sessions on Sundays — DJs at Morgan Street Food Hall
Morgan Street Food Hall · Raleigh
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Durham Chess Club at Durham Food Hall every Wednesday
Durham Food Hall every Wednesday · Durham
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which Triangle breweries are family-friendly?
- Many local breweries welcome families, especially during daytime hours. Look for spots with outdoor seating, play areas, and food trucks. We note which venues are family-friendly in our listings.
- What food festivals happen in the Triangle?
- The Triangle hosts food truck rodeos, international food festivals, farm-to-table events, and seasonal food celebrations throughout the year. Most are outdoors and very kid-friendly.
- Are there cooking classes for kids in the Triangle?
- Several spots offer kids' cooking classes, including local cooking schools, community centers, and seasonal pop-up workshops. Check our classes category for current listings.
