Memorial Day is a time where citizens from across the country unite to remember those who fought, and continue to fight, for our country’s freedoms. It’s also a time to be grateful for the lifestyle that we’re so lucky to enjoy. What better way to celebrate our American freedom than to get out with your friends and family and make the most out of every single day.
There are a number of things to do and special events happening in the Triangle area May 27 – 30. Whether you’re looking for a fun day with the family or just something to do as a couple, check out what’s going on in the Triangle Area for Memorial Day.
Memorial Day Weekend at the Winery
If you’re hanging around the area this long weekend, the Chatham Hill Winery has your ticket to the flavors of the Triangle! They’ll be offering wine tastings, tours of the vineyards, sandwiches for sale, and frozen wine treats! They’ve got everything you need to enjoy a little red, a little white, and all that’s missing is you!
Times: Saturday 11am – 6pm, Sunday 1-5pm
Where: Chatham Hill Winery and Event Venue
Contact: 919.380.7135
Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue: An American Celebration
This musical adventure at the Koka Booth Amphitheater in Regency Park will pay tribute to our past and present military veterans. Enjoy music by George Gershwin, Aaron Copland, John Williams, and John Philip Sousa, just to name a few, along with a salute to our service men and women from then and now.
Times: Sunday at 7:30pm
Where: Koka Booth Amphitheater, Regency Park, Cary
Contact: www.trianglewind.org
Tickets: General admission - $16, Seniors & Military - $13, Kids under 12 – FREE!
Memorial Day Parade
The annual Memorial Day Parade will run from Davis Rd. to Royalsborough Rd. and will feature vets, emergency service members, historic cars, military vehicles, and children’s groups. Just before the parade, there will also be a 5 kilometer fun run benefitting AMVETS Post 13. Lace up your sneakers and hit the pavement for a good cause this Memorial Day!
Times: Monday at 10am
Where: Davis Road to Royalsborough Road
Contact: City of Durham Website
Memorial Day Soldier Salute
This Memorial Day, head on down to the Bennett Place Historic Site to take in stories from historians, and check out uniforms and artifacts from various wars over the last century. This event is free and is a great way to pay your respects first-hand to those who fought so gallantly for our freedoms.
Times: Saturday 10am – 4pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm
Where: Bennett Place Historic Site
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Visit A State Park or National Historic Site!
If you’re more the kind to shy away from a big crowd, then maybe visiting a state park would be right up your alley. The Triangle area is ripe with a selection of State Parks that are loaded with history and easy recreational offerings. Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, Eno River State Park, Falls Lake State Recreation Area, or the Umstead State Park would all make for great day trips.
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