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Juniper Level Botanic's Open Garden

Visit us every season to learn what plants grow best in our area. We are open rain or shine during ...

Marbles Olympics

Compete in the Marbles Olympics with challenges throughout the museum and get moving with special guest stars! Go for the ...

Under the Tree Storytime at Quail Ridge Books

Every Saturday, Sunday, and Monday morning, join our children's booksellers as they read their favorite picture books. We'll explore faraway ...

Marbles' Project Dance

Join us for Project Dance with the American Dance Festival as Lauraine Ogay teaches the authenticity of street dancing and ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in your $9 (1yr old +) Admission fee.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Build a Lego at The LEGO® Store

LEGO® McLaren Forumula 1 Car make and take event is intended for participants aged 6+ years. Build this LEGO® McLaren Formula ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Crabtree Valley Mall, 4325 Glenwood Ave., Ste 1078, Raleigh, NC 27612
  • Cost: Free while supplies last
  • Website: www.lego.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Insomnia Cookies celebrates National Ice Cream Day

happy National Ice Cream Day, Insomniacs! don't miss out on getting your FREE ice cream in a cup w/ any ...

  • 12:00 pm - 11:59 pm 
  • Location: 2302 Hillsborough Street Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free 2 scoops with purchase
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carolina Mudcats Family Sundays at Five County Stadium

Five County Family Sunday features $7.00 box seat tickets and postgame catch on the field for all fans. Presented By ...

Howell Farms celebrates National Ice Cream Day

Buy One, Get One Free Ice Cream (Small Cup!)!! Come see us!! To celebrate national ice cream day! We have over ...

Pope House Museum's Weekend Third Ward Walking Tours

From June 15 through Aug. 18, 2024, the Pope House will do walking tours of the Third Ward. Explore one of ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 511 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Michaels Sunday Makebreak

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

Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve's Scavenger Hunt - Insects

Enjoy some quality time with your family by joining our summer scavenger hunts. Explore our nature preserves together while learning ...

Ice Cream Social in Fuquay Mineral Spring Park

Any day is a good day for ice cream, but National Ice Cream Day seems very official...let's make it a ...

Downtown Cary Park's Children's BINGO

Join in on the fun at our drop-in BINGO in the Park at the Great Lawn Pavilion! Bingo is the ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Great Lawn Pavilion, 327 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Downtown Cary Park's Puzzling and Puzzle Swap Meet

Find the missing piece of your day at our drop-in puzzle program featuring a lively swap meet at Academy Pavilion. ...

Marbles Olympics

Compete in the Marbles Olympics with challenges throughout the museum and get moving with special guest stars! Go for the ...

Avery Street Recreation Center's Popsicle Party in the Park

Join us at the Avery Street Recreation Center Field for a free popsicle treat and some fun activities with the ...

Under the Tree Storytime at Quail Ridge Books

Every Saturday, Sunday, and Monday morning, join our children's booksellers as they read their favorite picture books. We'll explore faraway ...

Dix Park's Little Explorers: Paws and Claws

Preschoolers will have fun learning about animals and nature at the park. Stories, games, songs, and live creatures bring this ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Outdoor Classroom at the Stone Houses Visitor Center 800 Umstead, Raleigh, NC, 27603
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Dorothea Dix Park's Little Explorers

Children will have fun learning all about animal feet with this engaging program. Games, songs plus live creatures with interesting ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Outdoor Classroom at the Stone Houses Visitor Center 830 Umstead, Raleigh, NC, 27603
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Little Doodles Play Cafe Raleigh's Story Time and Craft

Join us Every Monday at 11:00 and Wednesday at 9:30 at our Raleigh & Wakefield locations for a story time ...

Toddler Tuesday at The Feathered Farm

Step right up to an unforgettable adventure at our farm, where excitement meets education and every moment is filled with ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd, Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $15.50 for adult+child. Additional Child age 1+ $10 per child.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Marbles Olympics

Compete in the Marbles Olympics with challenges throughout the museum and get moving with special guest stars! Go for the ...

Thrive Motherhood First Time Moms at Compass Rose Brewery

Join us for an afternoon of family fun at Compass Rose Brewery in North Raleigh. What we love about this venue ...

Prairie Ridge Ecostation's Nature Creators

Calling all Creators and Builders! Join us in the Nature PlaySpace as we bring out materials to create artwork, build ...

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

Ben & Jerry’s Creamy, Dreamy Non-Dairy Summer Tour – Raleigh, NC Stop

Calling all Ben & Jerry’s fans! Ben & Jerry’s is hitting the road this summer for an immersive dessert experience ...

  • 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Ben & Jerry's North Hills, 4160 Main Street, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: benjerry.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Little Doodles Play Cafe Wendell Tots and Tunes

Tuesdays at 6PM starting July 16, 2024. Tots and Tunes is an Early Childhood Development Music Class. For Ages 6months ...

Little Doodles Play Cafe's Story Time and Craft (Wakefield)

Join us Every Monday at 11:00 and Wednesday at 9:30 at our Raleigh & Wakefield locations for a story time ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: 14460 Falls of Neuse Rd, Unit 159B Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: $10 per child. $8 per sibling.
  • Website: littledoodlesplaycafe.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Little Fentonian Flicks presented by Paragon Theaters

Join Paragon Theaters every Wednesday morning at 10am for free family friendly movies in Fenton Square! Tailored for kids of ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: 21 Fenton Main St, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: fentonnc.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marbles Olympics

Compete in the Marbles Olympics with challenges throughout the museum and get moving with special guest stars! Go for the ...

Haven Farm's Weekly Storytime

Join us for our weekly storytime in the shoppe. We will read, dance, and craft This free event welcomes kids of ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd., Knightdale, NC, 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

*SOLD OUT* NC Museum of Art's Artful Story Time

Story time with an artful twist! Come look, listen, and move as we make connections with original works of art ...

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.

Project Enlightenment's Summertime Storytime

Join us for Summertime Storytime in the Parent Teacher Resource Center (PTRC) at Project Enlightenment! The special story times are for ...

Ben & Jerry’s Creamy, Dreamy Non-Dairy Summer Tour – Raleigh, NC Stop

Calling all Ben & Jerry’s fans! Ben & Jerry’s is hitting the road this summer for an immersive dessert experience ...

  • 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Ben & Jerry's North Hills, 4160 Main Street, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: benjerry.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Waverly Place's Summer Concert Series

Beginning in May and lasting through August, join us for Live Music Wednesdays in the Waverly Place Park, 5pm-8pm. You’ll ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 302 Colonades Way, Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: waverlycary.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Durant Nature Preserve presents How to Raise an Insect

Recommended for adults and children ages 10 and up. Insects are amazing and humans could not survive on Earth without them. ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Picnic Tables, North Entrance Parking Lot, 8305 Camp Durant Road, Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: $15
  • Website: ncraleighweb.myvscloud.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Marbles Olympics

Compete in the Marbles Olympics with challenges throughout the museum and get moving with special guest stars! Go for the ...

Thrive Motherhood First Time Moms at Compass Rose Brewery

Join us for an afternoon of family fun at Compass Rose Brewery in North Raleigh. What we love about this venue ...

Haven Farm's Snuggle and Unwind

Come hang out with us during your lunch break! Pack a lunch and join us every Thursday from 12-1pm, to unwind ...

Little Doodles & Designs Weekly Art Class

Raleigh & Wakefield Locations Only No Registration required! Just show up! Little Doodles is a Creative Play Space for Kids and Their ...

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 -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: DCP Nest Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Peak-A-Palooza

Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month with us at Peak-A-Palooza! Join us at the John M. Brown Community Center and Town ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: John M. Brown Community Center, 53 Hunter Street, Apex NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Our Town (Multilingual)

Thornton Wilder’s iconic, Pulitzer Prize-winning play is reimagined for the 21st century. Our Town depicts the small town of Grover’s ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: $16 per Adult. $6 per Student under 18.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Marbles Olympics

Compete in the Marbles Olympics with challenges throughout the museum and get moving with special guest stars! Go for the ...

Popsicles at Zebulon Community Park

Bring your family, visit with your neighbors, and enjoy a popsicle and story time! Dates & Locations: July 26 - Community Park August ...

City of Raleigh Museum's Grand Slam Trivia

Get ready to knock it out of the park with an exciting evening of baseball trivia and refreshments at the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 220 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Lake Crabtree's Lawn Games and Leisure Sports: Cornhole

6yrs+ Lawn games and leisure sports are a wonderful way to appreciate the longer days and warm weather. They are approachable ...

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Our Town (Multilingual)

Thornton Wilder’s iconic, Pulitzer Prize-winning play is reimagined for the 21st century. Our Town depicts the small town of Grover’s ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: $16 per Adult. $6 per Student under 18.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Family Fun

NC Museum of Art's Outdoor Movies

We are thrilled to announce the NCMA’s Performing Arts and Film full lineup films, presented by First Citizens Bank! Enjoy ...

  • 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Museum Park, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: from $12.87 per visitor. Free for children 6 and under.
  • Website: ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Cary Farmers Market

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Find a ...

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: Family Fun

Fuquay Varina Growers Market

The Fuquay-Varina Growers Market (FVGM) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, operating under Sownhay Inc., cultivating and supporting partnerships between local ...

  • 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.fvgrowersmarket.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Little Doodles (Glenwood Ave) Weekend Open Play

Join us for Open Play with a Reptile Exhibit with Slithering Celebrations! Registration Recommended

Once Upon A Child Raleigh's Back to School Release

Come out to shop our back-to-school release July 27th. We will have all the brands you love hitting the floors!! We have ...

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 6411 Triangle Plantation Drive Unit 107, Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Feathered Farm's Open Play & Farm Tour with Optional Gem Mining

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Open Play at the Farm! Are you and your little one ready to ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd, Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 per person age 2-64. Children under 2 are free.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Lake Lynn Happy Hikers Nature Walk

Take a meandering stroll around Lake Lynn with our naturalist, Brian Spears and explore the plants and animals that call ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613
  • Cost: $5 per participant
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Marbles Olympics

Compete in the Marbles Olympics with challenges throughout the museum and get moving with special guest stars! Go for the ...

Michaels Kids Club

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

Pope House Museum's Weekend Third Ward Walking Tours

From June 15 through Aug. 18, 2024, the Pope House will do walking tours of the Third Ward. Explore one of ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 511 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Under the Tree Storytime at Quail Ridge Books

Every Saturday, Sunday, and Monday morning, join our children's booksellers as they read their favorite picture books. We'll explore faraway ...

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.

Parents and Kids Day at The Gathering Place

Saturday Morning is Parents and Kids Day at The Gathering Place! Are you looking for a fun, comfortable, progressive environment for ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 157 E Rosemary St (2nd Floor), Chapel Hill, NC 27514
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Raleigh Kids Triangle Treasure Hunt

Looking for a new, unique family activity to challenge your kids' minds...and feet? Our Raleigh Kids Treasure Hunt is back ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Color Pop Corner, 102 S. Blount St. Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $12 per youth (ages 4-17). $15 per adult.
  • Website: triangletreasurehunt.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Monster Jam at the PNC Arena

As Big as it Gets! Experience BIG family fun this summer at Monster Jam, rolling into Raleigh for three shows ...

  • 1:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: from $15. Parking from $22.
  • Website: www.pncarena.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Children's Film Festival Seattle at Cary Theater

BEST OF THE FEST ANIMATION SHOWCASE 2024 Show begins at 2PM 57 minutes Animation, Children/Family, Shorts Not Rated This colorful collection of animated ...

  • 1:30 pm 
  • Location: 122 E Chatham St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: INDIVIDUAL: $5.59. STUDENT: $3.73. CHILD: $3.73.
  • Website: thecarytheater.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Community Day at Lynn’s Crossroads Ruritan Club

Come join us this Saturday from 3-6 for a day of games, food, information and fun!

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 4410 Carpenter Pond Rd., Durham, NC 27703
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

ComedyWorx Matinee Show, The

Competitive improvisational comedy! Two teams of players square off, creating scenes based on audience suggestions, and compete for points and ...

Fenton Christmas in July

Santa Claus is trading in his traditional red suit for a linen shirt and sunglasses! Kids will have the unique ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Fenton Square by Paragon Theaters,, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fentonnc.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Triangle Baptist Church's Family Fun Night

Join us as we host a Family Fun Night for our community. It will feature a 47' Inflatable Wet Obstacle Course, ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 9713 Old Stage Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Raleigh Little Theatre presents Our Town (Multilingual)

Thornton Wilder’s iconic, Pulitzer Prize-winning play is reimagined for the 21st century. Our Town depicts the small town of Grover’s ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: $16 per Adult. $6 per Student under 18.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Family Fun