Raleigh Family Events Calendar
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PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.
Family fun events like festivals, carnivals, fairs, family fun days and more.
Races, walks, 5Ks that kids and families can participate in.
Informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.
Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.
Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category.
One time classes open to kids and families.
Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.
Holiday events includes events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.
Ongoing family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
The Story at Falls Lake at Forest Ridge Park
Through storytelling and interactive participation, children will learn about Falls Lake and the animals that make the park home. Come ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Forest Ridge Park, 2100 Old NC Highway 98 Wake Forest, NC 27587
- Cost: $2
- Website: reclink.raleighnc.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Informational
Nature Lab - Water Wonders at Harris Lake County Park
Join us at Harris Lake County Park as we explore the wonders of water through educational activities and some for ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Harris Lake County Park | 2112 County Park Drive New Hill, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: apm.activecommunities.com
- Category: Family Fun
KidJump (Ages 6 and Under) at DefyGravity Raleigh
Special jump time for the kiddos every Monday-Friday from 9am-10am is EXCLUSIVELY for children 6 and younger (and their parents). ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: DefyGravity | 5604 Departure Drive #100, Raleigh NC 27616
- Cost: $11/child, includes 1 free adult
- Website: www.defyraleigh.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Kindermusik Preview Class: Wiggle & Grow at The Little Gym
Join our Kindermusik Team of Educators, Ms. Heather & Mr. Spencer for a special "Wiggle & Grow" preview class. No ...
- 9:15 am - 10:00 am
- Location: The Little Gym of North Raleigh/Wake Forest 8320 Litchford Road, Suite 166, Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Classes, Free
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
KidJump (Ages 6 and Under) at DefyGravity Raleigh
Special jump time for the kiddos every Monday-Friday from 9am-10am is EXCLUSIVELY for children 6 and younger (and their parents). ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: DefyGravity | 5604 Departure Drive #100, Raleigh NC 27616
- Cost: $11/child, includes 1 free adult
- Website: www.defyraleigh.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
What’s in the Box - NC Museum of Art
Now at a new, earlier time! Preschoolers, ages 2–5, and their caregivers have fun while exploring art together. Each session ...
- 9:15 am - 12:15 pm
- Location: NCMA | 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
- Cost: $6 Family-level members and above $8 Nonmembers (child ticketed, adult free)
- Website: ncartmuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Family Programs at the Library
Young children and their families are invited to participate in an interactive program that incorporates age appropriate books, songs, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Wake County Libraries - Check website for locations & times
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.wakegov.com
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
Bees and Butterflies at Stevens Nature Center
Take the fast track to nature in these hands on studies of nature and ecology at Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve. ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs | 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27518
- Cost: R $9.00; N $12.00
- Website: classweb.townofcary.org
- Category: Informational
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
KidJump (Ages 6 and Under) at DefyGravity Raleigh
Special jump time for the kiddos every Monday-Friday from 9am-10am is EXCLUSIVELY for children 6 and younger (and their parents). ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: DefyGravity | 5604 Departure Drive #100, Raleigh NC 27616
- Cost: $11/child, includes 1 free adult
- Website: www.defyraleigh.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Breakfast with Marshall at SnickerDoodles
Come in for a private breakfast with Marshall from Paw Patrol! Tickets include-breakfast item and drink. Open play. Meet and ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Location: SnickerDoodles 3721 Lynn Rd #112, Raleigh, North Carolina 27613
- Cost: $10/person
- Website: snicker-doodles.com
- Category: Family Fun
Game On! at Moore Square Park
Enjoy giant board games on the lawn.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Moore Square Park 226 E Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.powerbigov.us
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Storytime with Live Animals and Meet the Animals at the Museum of Natural Sciences
Storytime with Live Animals 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Listen to nature stories and meet live animals. This program is ...
- 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Museum of Natural Sciences - Windows on the World Nature Exploration Center | 11 West Jones Street
- Cost: free
- Website: naturalsciences.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
Small Hands Big Hearts United Java Jive Jog 5k and 10k
Small Hands Big Hearts United, will be holding their 5th annual SHBHU Java Jive Jog 10k/5k. For five years, SHBHU ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: 2425 Kildaire Farm Road Cary, NC 27511
- Cost: $25 and up; Free registration codes for those with physical or financial needs
- Website: event.racereach.com
- Category: Family Fun, Races, Walks, 5Ks
Farmers Market Downtown Cary
Gear up for a morning of fresh local goods, cheerful entertainment and family fun! Shop for farm-fresh weekly groceries and ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 135 W. Chatham Street at the Historic Ivey-Ellington House
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.caryfarmersmarket.com
- Category: Family Fun
Holly Springs Farmers Market
The HSFM is a free, family-friendly event in downtown Holly Springs with live music and kids' activities weekly. We are ...
- 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Holly Springs Cultural Center 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, North Carolina 27540
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.HSFarmersMarket.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
2019 Wake Forest Home & Garden Show
The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts will host the 2019 Wake Forest Home & Garden Show on Saturday, ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St., Wake Forest, NC
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.wakeforestnc.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
The READ & RIDE Series on the Great Raleigh Trolley
Take a trolley ride with THE CONDUCTOR & your favorite characters from Children's Literature! READ & RIDE is best for ...
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: The Trolley Lot - 424 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: $15 for kids and for parents. Infants in lap under 2 ride for free!
- Website: www.greatraleightrolley.com
- Category: Family Fun
Mini Movers at Open Arts Studio
Mini and Master Movers classes are 45 minute age-based classes that focus on a variety of developmental skills in each ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Open Arts Studio, 1222 Copeland Oaks Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina
- Cost: $24
- Website: www.babiesonthemoverdu.com
- Category: Classes
Weekend Family-Friendly Tour - NC Museum of Art
Join a Museum guide for a lively discussion and activities in the galleries. Each free tour lasts 30 minutes and ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: NCMA | 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh NC 27607
- Cost: Free
- Website: ncartmuseum.org
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Stories on Sunday at Quail Ridge Books
Join our children's booksellers as they read their favorite picture books. We'll explore faraway places and visit cozy, comfortable spots. ...
- 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Quail Ridge Books 4209 Lassiter Mill Road Suite 100, Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
KidJump (Ages 6 and Under) at DefyGravity Raleigh
Special jump time for the kiddos every Monday-Friday from 9am-10am is EXCLUSIVELY for children 6 and younger (and their parents). ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: DefyGravity | 5604 Departure Drive #100, Raleigh NC 27616
- Cost: $11/child, includes 1 free adult
- Website: www.defyraleigh.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Children's Story Hour at Moore Square
Children's Storytime in the Moore Square Treehouse.
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: The Treehouse at Moore Square
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.powerbigov.us
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Family Programs at the Library
Young children and their families are invited to participate in an interactive program that incorporates age appropriate books, songs, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Wake County Libraries - Check website for locations & times
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.wakegov.com
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
Breastfeeding Support Group at Wake Med North
These FREE support groups are staffed by certified lactation consultants and are designed for moms and breastfeeding (or breast milk ...
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: WakeMed North Family Health & Women's Hospital 10000 Falls of Neuse Rd. Raleigh, NC 27614
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.wakemed.org
- Category: Informational, Free
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
KidJump (Ages 6 and Under) at DefyGravity Raleigh
Special jump time for the kiddos every Monday-Friday from 9am-10am is EXCLUSIVELY for children 6 and younger (and their parents). ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: DefyGravity | 5604 Departure Drive #100, Raleigh NC 27616
- Cost: $11/child, includes 1 free adult
- Website: www.defyraleigh.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Family Programs at the Library
Young children and their families are invited to participate in an interactive program that incorporates age appropriate books, songs, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Wake County Libraries - Check website for locations & times
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.wakegov.com
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
Snake Searching at Stevens Nature Center
Having trouble with answering your child's wildlife questions? Let us do it for you! Children will have so much fun ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs | 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27518
- Cost: $9/resident, $12/nonresident
- Website: classweb.townofcary.org
- Category: Informational
Nature Playday at Prarie Ridge Ecostation
Come out and play! The Nature PlaySpace will be stocked with extra special materials and supplies and a Museum play ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Prairie Ridge Nature PlaySpace | 1671 Gold Star Drive, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Informational, Free
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
Natural Explorations: Hot Weather Hiking at Historic Yates Mill County Park
With a bit of planning, you can still hike safely in hot weather. But you should pay attention to conditions ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Historic Yates Mill County Park 4620 Lake Wheeler Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina 27603
- Cost: Free
- Website: apm.activecommunities.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
KidJump (Ages 6 and Under) at DefyGravity Raleigh
Special jump time for the kiddos every Monday-Friday from 9am-10am is EXCLUSIVELY for children 6 and younger (and their parents). ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: DefyGravity | 5604 Departure Drive #100, Raleigh NC 27616
- Cost: $11/child, includes 1 free adult
- Website: www.defyraleigh.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Little Crafters at Anderson Point
Children will explore each theme through crafts and activities. The class will meet at the small shelter near the playground. ...
- 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Anderson Point Park 20 Anderson Point Dr, Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
- Cost: $5
- Website: reclink.raleighnc.gov
- Category: Family Fun
Game On! at Moore Square Park
Enjoy giant board games on the lawn.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Moore Square Park 226 E Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.powerbigov.us
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
KidJump (Ages 6 and Under) at DefyGravity Raleigh
Special jump time for the kiddos every Monday-Friday from 9am-10am is EXCLUSIVELY for children 6 and younger (and their parents). ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: DefyGravity | 5604 Departure Drive #100, Raleigh NC 27616
- Cost: $11/child, includes 1 free adult
- Website: www.defyraleigh.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Family Programs at the Library
Young children and their families are invited to participate in an interactive program that incorporates age appropriate books, songs, and ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Wake County Libraries - Check website for locations & times
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.wakegov.com
- Category: Family Fun, Library Programs, Free
Nature Stories at Prairie Ridge Ecostation
You and your children are invited to participate in a nature walk and story. Meet other families in your community ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Prairie Ridge Ecostation 1671 Gold Star Dr, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs, Free
Hiding in Plain Sight at Sertoma Arts Center
Camouflaged animals are often right in front of our eyes! Young naturalists will love this program filled with hands-on activities, ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Sertoma Arts Center 1400 West Millbrook Road Raleigh, NC 27614
- Cost: $2
- Website: reclink.raleighnc.gov
- Category: Family Fun, Informational
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
KidJump (Ages 6 and Under) at DefyGravity Raleigh
Special jump time for the kiddos every Monday-Friday from 9am-10am is EXCLUSIVELY for children 6 and younger (and their parents). ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: DefyGravity | 5604 Departure Drive #100, Raleigh NC 27616
- Cost: $11/child, includes 1 free adult
- Website: www.defyraleigh.com
- Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs
Game On! at Moore Square Park
Enjoy giant board games on the lawn.
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: Moore Square Park 226 E Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.powerbigov.us
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Storytime with Live Animals and Meet the Animals at the Museum of Natural Sciences
Storytime with Live Animals 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Listen to nature stories and meet live animals. This program is ...
- 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Museum of Natural Sciences - Windows on the World Nature Exploration Center | 11 West Jones Street
- Cost: free
- Website: naturalsciences.org
- Category: Ongoing Programs, Free
Busker Series at Moore Square
Come to the park and enjoy our busker series of musicians every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
- 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Moore Square Park 226 E Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.powerbigov.us
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Movies in the Park at Falcon Park
Your family can enjoy movies under the stars at Falcon Park this summer! Movies in the Park is the last ...
- All Day Event
- Location: Falcon Park, 105 Falcon Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.fuquay-varina.org
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round the Capitol
This scavenger hunt is app-lead. No tour guide or reservation required. North Carolina's state capital gave rise to future presidents, ...
- All Day Event
- Location: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: www.letsroam.com
- Category: Family Fun
Wings Over Springs Charity Electric Fly In at Sugg Farm
Electric only charity Fly In with proceeds benefitting Meg's Smile Foundation (www.megsmile.org). All sizes/types of Electric aircraft. Food and drink ...
- 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina 27540
- Cost: Spectators And General Public Attend Free!
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Family Fun, Free
Big Muddy Challenge at Hill Ridge Farms
The Big Muddy Challenge obstacle race builds active outdoor memories for parents, their children and friends. Are we a race? ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Hill RIdge Farms, 703 Tarboro Road Youngsville, NC 27596
- Cost: See website for details
- Website: events.hakuapp.com
- Category: Family Fun, Races, Walks, 5Ks
Farmers Market Downtown Cary
Gear up for a morning of fresh local goods, cheerful entertainment and family fun! Shop for farm-fresh weekly groceries and ...
- 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 135 W. Chatham Street at the Historic Ivey-Ellington House
- Cost: Free admission
- Website: www.caryfarmersmarket.com
- Category: Family Fun
