Raleigh
  • Print

Downtown Cary Park's Art Cart

Let your creativity bloom with our Art Cart in the Park! Explore a world of artistic possibilities with our free ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: DCP Nest Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Free

Saint Monica Teen Center's Dress for Success

Whether it's the latest summer trends, cozy winter essentials, or stylish back-to-school outfits, our Dress for Success Closet keeps up ...

Athens Drive Community Library is Learning with Legos

Build, learn, and play with LEGOs. For Kids in Preschool-5th grade.

  • 5:30 pm -  6:15 pm 
  • Location: 1420 Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

Farm Animal Days at NC State University Beef Educational Unit

Farm Animal Days gives children a chance to see and touch farm animals and learn about agriculture; tractors will also ...

Wednesday Morning Movies at Halle Cultural Arts Center

Grab the kids, snacks, blankets and visit us for your free, favorite movies on the big screen! Doors open at ...

  • 9:30 am 
  • Location: 237 N. Salem Street Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.thehalle.org
  • Category: Free

Library on the Go at Crowder County Park

Visit the Wake County Public Libraries’ Bookmobile at Crowder County Park to sign up for a library card, check out ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Art's Story Time in the Garden

Join us for a lively story time surrounded by nature. Look, listen, and move to children’s books with our featured ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: visit.ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Barnes and Nobles Cary's Storytime for Babies and Toddlers

Join us for our babies and toddlers story time each Wednesday at 11am. This event lasts 15-20 minutes.

Saint Monica Teen Center's Teen Fit

The goal of teen fit is to be fun, challenging, and calorie-burning. Strengthen your muscles and improve your range of ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 15 N Tarboro St., Raleigh, NC, 27610
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Farm Animal Days at NC State University Beef Educational Unit

Farm Animal Days gives children a chance to see and touch farm animals and learn about agriculture; tractors will also ...

Library on the Go at Crowder County Park

Visit the Wake County Public Libraries’ Bookmobile at Crowder County Park to sign up for a library card, check out ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

Haven Farm's Mom Walk Club

Join us every Thursday / 10:30-11:30AM for Mom Walk Club! We’ll meet in the shoppe and head out for a walk ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Prairie Ridge Ecostation's Nature Stories

Join us as we open your eyes to the wonderful world of nature through a family-friendly, nature-filled storytime. We’ll begin ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Downtown Cary Park's Art Cart

Let your creativity bloom with our Art Cart in the Park! Explore a world of artistic possibilities with our free ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: DCP Nest Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Free

Harris Lake's Citizen Science Thursday

Interested in becoming a citizen scientist and improving your nature identification skills with park staff? We've got the opportunity for ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Cypress Shelter, 2112 County Park Drive, New Hill, NC 27562
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: Free

PIckleball for Teens at Tarboro Road Park

Teen pickleball is a wonderful fitness and social activity that combines aspects of racquetball, tennis and table tennis. It is ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 121 N Tarboro St Raleigh, NC, 27610
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Fly-Thru: A Drive-Through Wildlife Experience

Join Piedmont Wildlife Center for a unique, drive-thru experience where you'll meet native NC wildlife from the comfort of your ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Piedmont Wildlife Center; 364 Leigh Farm Road, Durham, NC 27707
  • Cost: Free. A $10 or more donation is encouraged.
  • Website: www.piedmontwildlifecenter.org
  • Category: Free

Live in the District at Park West Village

Every Thursday night from April 18 – May 23, bring your lawn chairs and blanket and come join us for ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 1516 Village Market Place, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: parkwestvillage.com
  • Category: Free

Farm Animal Days at NC State University Beef Educational Unit

Farm Animal Days gives children a chance to see and touch farm animals and learn about agriculture; tractors will also ...

Library on the Go at Crowder County Park

Visit the Wake County Public Libraries’ Bookmobile at Crowder County Park to sign up for a library card, check out ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

Milestones Pediatric and Maternal Nutrition's Breastfeeding Support Group at Gather Goods

Being a new mom can be isolating, but it doesn't have to be that way. Join our free breastfeeding support ...

Cary Downtown's Movie Night

4PM Food Trucks 5PM Movie Night Preshow Activities 8PM Ratatouille Showing Come enjoy an exciting preshow extravaganza at the Park! We’re ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Cary Park, 160 E. Park St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Free

Crowder By Night

Ever wondered what happens in the park after dark? Let's become fearless night explorers guided by the moon's glow! We'll ...

Dix Park's Raleigh Earth Day

You're invited to Raleigh Earth Day in partnership with We Plant it Forward’s Arbor Day! Join us for this free ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Flowers Field, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Raleigh Arbor Day at Dix Park

A fun-filled festival for kids of all ages, free to attend with free giveaways, crafts, hands-on activities, trivia games, music, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1985 Umstead Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Respite Night with Providence Church

This event is for foster families and families with children with special needs (plus siblings) and you as parents to ...

Peach Road Park's Friday Night Family Soccer

Bring the whole family out to the pitch on Friday Nights at Peach Road Cultural Center! This is a time to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 911 Ileagnes Rd., Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Apex Farmers Market at The Depot On Salem Street

The Apex Farmers Market & Local Food Alliance is a non-profit, volunteer-led community organization committed to the health, wellness, and ...

Creative Cup is Turning 2

Come join all the birthday fun we have a whole day of giveaways, milkshakes, prizes, live balloon twisting and more!! ...

  • 8:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 113 North Arendell Ave, Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Midtown Farmer's Market

Discover the Midtown Farmers’ Market, open every Saturday from April 13 to November 2, 8 am - noon, in the ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Commons, 4191 Main at North Hills Street, Raleigh, NC, 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: midtownfarmers.com
  • Category: Free

Morrisville's Earth Day

Water You Know About H20? Find out at Morrisville Earth Day! Join us for a celebration of water! Explore educational booths ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Western Wake Farmers Market, 280 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.morrisvillenc.gov
  • Category: Free

Brumley Birds and Bugs Children's Walk

Calling all kids to join in exploring the magical world of birds and bugs! Are you interested in exploring nature? We ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Brumley North Parking Lot - 3620 Old State Hwy 10, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
  • Cost: Free with Pre-Registration
  • Website: triangleland.org
  • Category: Free

Forest Fest in Downtown Wake Forest

Join us along Festival Street (Owen Avenue) and Brooks Street (including Centennial Plaza and Town Hall Parking Lot) in downtown ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Wake Forest Downtown, NC 27587
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.wakeforestnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Fuquay Varina Growers Market - Earth Day

Join us for Earth Day at the Fuquay-Varina Growers Market! Meet adorable baby goats, explore bee education with the NCSU ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce parking lot, 121 N Main St., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Holly Springs Farmers Market

Come see why we've been ranked a "best in class" farmers market for the last several years! 30+ vendors, live music ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 300 W. Ballentine St. Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: Free entry
  • Website: www.hollyspringsnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Holly Springs Springfest

The Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce proudly presents SpringsFest 2024! Lots of fun to be had by all! Food trucks, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Main Street, Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Lowes Workshops

Our workshops are back and better than ever — now featuring in-store events, livestreams and on-demand content, all free for ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: see Lowes near you
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.lowes.com
  • Category: Free

Meet your Backyard Snakes at Bond Park

Learn about snakes in our area! Experts and snake exhibits will be there to teach you about all the snakes ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 801 High House Rd., Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Phillips Farms Shop and Play Saturdays

Shop and Play Saturdays and The Family Fun Park Featuring Local Makers and Growers, food and drink, live music, rides, ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 6720 Good Hope Church Rd., Cary, NC 27519
  • Cost: $12 plus fees
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Shotwell Environmental Park "Greenest Show on Earth" Event

Meridian Waste - Shotwell Environmental Park invites you to celebrate Earth Day and Spring with us! Enjoy a FREE great ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Meridian Waste Shotwell Environmental Park, 4624 Smithfield Rd., Wendell, NC 27591
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: tinyurl.com
  • Category: Free

Zebulon Parks and Recreation Celebrates the Earth

Arbor and Earth Day Event Join us for this free Arbor & Earth Day Celebration. Learn about recycling and how you ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Zebulon Community Park, 401 S Arendell Ave., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Family Friendly Tour at the NC Museum of Art

With new art and new galleries, there’s so much to discover at the Museum! Find new-to-you works of art in ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: West Building, Welcome Center, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: visit.ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Super Fun Saturday at Halle Cultural Arts Center

Join us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month for "super" fun with free arts & crafts for ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Free

Barnes and Nobles Cary's Storytime for Young Children

Join us each Saturday at 11am for storytime for young children. This event lasts 15-20 minutes.

Children's Day Festival at Downtown Cary Park

A global celebration where children come together to have fun, build memories and cherish diversity! ​ This Festival focuses on the importance ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 327 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.kids.ata-nc.org
  • Category: Free

In the Farm's Kitchen at Historic Oak View County Park

Join us in the plank kitchen at Historic Oak View for an introduction to the history of southern foodways and ...

Lebanese Festival at the Triangle Lebanese American Center

Triangle Lebanese American Center presents 24th Annual Lebanese Festival! Free family fun event celebrating Lebanese culture with food, music, dancing, beer, ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Baytna, 241 Horizon Drive, Raleigh 27615
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: tlacnc.org
  • Category: Free

Method Community Park's Open House

Please join us in the Pioneer Building at Method Community Park to learn about the latest Method Park Bond Project ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Apex EarthFest

Join us in celebrating our planet at Apex EarthFest! What can you expect at Apex EarthFest? - Live and roving performances by ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Town Campus, 73 Hunter St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Free

Family Fun Day at Nexus@1214

Join us for a free Family Fun Day for an afternoon filled with laughter and joy. Get ready for a ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Nexus @1214, 1214 E Lenoir Street, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

North Carolina 'Cuegrass Festival

We're closing down Fayetteville Street for live bluegrass music, delicious BBQ, local beer, and supporting local children's charities. We’re heading back ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Raleigh, Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 26701
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.cuegrass.com
  • Category: Free

Pop-Up Raleigh Market at Trophy Brewery on Maywood

After a whole year of celebrating 10 years in the market business, we are thrilled to be back at Trophy ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 656 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: popupraleigh.com
  • Category: Free

Barnes and Noble Triangle Town Center Saturday Storytime

Come join us in our Kid's Department on the stage on Saturday at 1pm for Storytime -- can't wait to ...

Village District's Anniversary Celebration

Get ready to celebrate 75 years with us! Enjoy live music, a beer garden, bites, pop-ups, giveaways, a kid-friendly area ...

Latta University Historic Park's Grand Opening

Join Raleigh Parks for the dedication of Latta University Historic Park! This park contributes to a rich history that deepens our ...

Lebanese Festival at the Triangle Lebanese American Center

Triangle Lebanese American Center presents 24th Annual Lebanese Festival! Free family fun event celebrating Lebanese culture with food, music, dancing, beer, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Baytna, 241 Horizon Drive, Raleigh 27615
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: tlacnc.org
  • Category: Free

American Tobacco Trail's Fun Hike to the Beaver Creek Bridge

Spring is a wonderful time of year to be outside exploring nature. Take a hike to enjoy the beautiful wetland ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: New Hill Parking Area - lower picnic table, 1309 New Hill-Olive Chapel Rd., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: Free

Michaels Sunday Makebreak

Come into your local Michaels and take a break and make with us! This event is available at all Michaels ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Various Michaels Location
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.michaels.com
  • Category: Free

Forest Ridge Park's Super Animal Senses

Did you know ants have a super sense of smell? Did you know a starfish uses its arm to see? Crickets use ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 2100 Old NC 98 Hwy, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $3 per child, per session
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Lake Johnson Park's Poetry Reading

Join us in celebrating the poets of Lake Johnson Park! This poetry reading honors ten local poets whose poems will be ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4601 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve's Earth Day Hike

Come join TLC on a beautiful morning hike for this Earth Day! Join long time Trail Guide, Bob, for a beautiful ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 7800 Holly Springs Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free with Pre-Registration
  • Website: triangleland.org
  • Category: Free

Creative Cup's Toddler Story Time

Come Join Amanda in a fun toddler story time. We will read stories, sing songs. and do a special activity. ...

Earth Day at John Chavis Memorial Park

Drop in all day for fun holiday celebrations! For All Ages

  • 10:00 am -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: weplantitforward.org
  • Category: Free

Library on the Go at Crowder County Park

Visit the Wake County Public Libraries’ Bookmobile at Crowder County Park to sign up for a library card, check out ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

Crowder Park's Spanish Tiny Tots: "El Sistema Solar con Ellen"

Nuestro programa Tiny Tots ahora está disponible en español con Ms. Maya! ¡Esperamos que sus pequeños puedan unirse a nosotros para ...

Athens Drive Community Library presents Stories Under the Stars

An Evening Family Storytime Event. Visit Athens Drive Library for a special dancing themed evening storytime event! Children and their ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1420 Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free
x
Ready to have some fun with your kiddos? Sign up for our newsletter to access the best local resource for families!