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September 15 - 21

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

Come out to the gardens for a Garden Story Walk. Enjoy a walk through the beautiful gardens and read a ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

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 ...

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 ...

NC Museum of Natural Sciences is Live Feeding a Snapping Turlte

Join us for a live feeding of the common snapping turtle in the Bottomland Hardwood Forest exhibit. The common snapping ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Nature Exploration Center, 2nd Floor, Bottomland Hardwood Forest, 11 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

La Fiesta Del Pueblo Downtown Raleigh

La Fiesta del Pueblo is the Triangle’s largest and most diverse festival of Latin American culture, featuring live music and ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Raleigh, 300 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1739
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: elpueblo.org
  • Category: Free

Dream Moore Market

Hosted by Black Flea Market, this reimagined market series will run every week through the end of October. The Dream Moore ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 S Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.dreammooremarket.com
  • Category: Free

Mama Afrika Festival

A Free Community Event! We’re extending this invitation to you, the community, all vendors, artists, to come out and be ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: SouthEast Raleigh YMCA Field, 1436 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Forest Ridge Park's Mountain Bike Club

Join us for an all skills, no-drop youth trail ride every third Sunday! Please register in advance, but drop-ins are ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 2100 Old NC 98 Hwy, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: Free with Pre-registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Independence of Mexico Celebration

The Consulate General of Mexico in Raleigh has the honor of inviting you to the celebration of the CCXIV Anniversary ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Adams Field at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Free

Summer Concert Series at Pullen Park

Our Summer Concert Series is back! We look forward to seeing you all at the parks and enjoy some music ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 520 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Yates Mill Park Tales: Possum's Harvest Moon

When Possum sees the full harvest moon, he decides to throw one last party before the long winter. But everyone ...

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

Little Explorers: Animal Architects Our natural world is filled with talented architects from beavers to birds to bees! Children will become ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Oak Room Picnic Shelter, 691 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Free

Moore Storytime at The Square

The Moore Square playground transforms into a serene storytelling play space for young children and their caregivers. Our park staff ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Downtown Cary Park's Toddler Tuesday with Miss Frizzle

Seatbelts everyone! Join us for Toddler Tuesday with Ms. Frizzle from Schumacher Sanctuary! Enjoy a story time and meet her ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 327 South Academy Street, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free with Pre-registration
  • Website: nccaryweb.myvscloud.com
  • Category: Free

Moore Square's Imagination Playground

Let your imagination guide you as you use our big blue blocks to create your own playground!

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences is Live Feeding - Ocean Habitat

Join us for a live feeding of the Maine lobster in the Arthropod Zoo. This clawed crustacean is formidable and ...

  • 1:30 pm -  1:45 pm 
  • Location: Nature Exploration Center, 4th floor, Arthropod Zoo, 11 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Window on Animal Health

Peer into the world of Museum Veterinary Medicine and interact with veterinary staff, students and interns working on real medical ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Nature Research Center, 2nd floor, Window on Animal Health, 11 W Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

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

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: 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 
  • Location: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Tickets Online
  • Website: visit.ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Moore Square's Buskier Series

Enjoy performances from local buskers on the Moore Square patio select Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences is Live Feeding - Ocean Habitat

Join us for a live feeding of the marine life in the Our Changing Oceans aquarium. Species currently in our ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Nature Research Center, 1st floor, Our Changing Oceans exhibit., 11 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

Play Moore at The Square

Join our park staff to explore a different themed and guided activity each week! Explore activates such as juggling, frisbee ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Incredible Science

Designed for ages 7 and up. No registration required. Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Windows on the World on the 3rd floor of the Nature Exploration Center, 11 W Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

Nursing Mothers of Raleigh

We offer answers to questions and basic information classes with demonstrations: Breastfeeding Q and A, Preparation and Getting Started, Starting ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Marsh Creek Park, 3050 N New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free with Registration at RecLink
  • Website: raleighnc.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 ...

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

Moore Square's Imagination Playground

Let your imagination guide you as you use our big blue blocks to create your own playground!

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Third Thursday Chess at Moore Square

Chess and checkers have long been a play tradition in parks all over the world and throughout history. Join our ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences is Live Feeding a Snapping Turlte

Join us for a live feeding of the common snapping turtle in the Bottomland Hardwood Forest exhibit. The common snapping ...

  • 1:30 pm -  1:45 pm 
  • Location: Nature Exploration Center, 2nd Floor, Bottomland Hardwood Forest, 11 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Window on Animal Health

Peer into the world of Museum Veterinary Medicine and interact with veterinary staff, students and interns working on real medical ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Nature Research Center, 2nd floor, Window on Animal Health, 11 W Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

Lake Crabtree County Park's Families in Nature

Stories Celebrating Diversity Join us for a captivating nature storytime celebrating diversity in the great outdoors! Our storytime features a book ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: White Oak Shelter, 1400 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free with Preregistration.
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: Free

Jazz in Moore Square

Jazz in the Square is back, and it's cooler than ever! This free concert series brings you live jazz performances by ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtownraleigh.org
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Art's Pollinator Station

Pollinator Station: Honey and Wildflowers with Bee Downtown Join our partners at Bee Downtown for a honey tasting and native pollinator ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Museum Park, Welcome Center, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Nursing Mothers of Raleigh

We offer answers to questions and basic information classes with demonstrations: Breastfeeding Q and A, Preparation and Getting Started, Starting ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Marsh Creek Park, 3050 N New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free with Registration at RecLink
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Yates Mill Park's Exploration Station

Branching Out The first day of fall is September 22, and it is always exciting to see the leaves on ...

Historic Yates Mill's Hike with a Naturalist

Join one of our naturalist staff members on a guided hike around the park to see what is going around ...

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 ...

Moore Square's Buskier Series

Enjoy performances from local buskers on the Moore Square patio select Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences is Live Feeding - Ocean Habitat

Join us for a live feeding of the marine life in the Our Changing Oceans aquarium. Species currently in our ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Nature Research Center, 1st floor, Our Changing Oceans exhibit., 11 W Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

Moore Crafts

The Square becomes a creative space on Friday mornings with our Moore Crafts! Series. Parks staff will guide guests through various ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Lake Crabtree's Nature Nerds: Tickseed Sunflower

Expand your knowledge of our local flora and fauna by exploring a different area of the park each month. Join ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Waterwise Garden, 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free with Pre-registration
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Incredible Science

Designed for ages 7 and up. No registration required. Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Windows on the World on the 3rd floor of the Nature Exploration Center, 11 W Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

Bunny Hive's Books and Bubbles

This special story time experience is free of charge and open to all with a little one age 5 and ...

  • 3:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 711 W. Lane Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free with Reservation
  • Website: Www.thebunnyhive.com
  • Category: Free

Bach to Rock at Cary Night Market

Discover a vibrant showcase of locally-crafted treasures while immersing yourself in an evening of music and entertainment at the Cary ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Cary Park, Pavilion 327 S Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.bachtorock.com
  • Category: Free

Pop Up Carolina's First Friday Market at Haven Farm

First Friday Market & Movie Night Join Pop-Up Carolinas every month for First Friday Market and Movie Night starting First Friday ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd., Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.popupcarolinas.com
  • Category: Free

Rolesville's Movies at the Middle

Movies at the Middle is back again! Mark your calendars and pack your blankets to come on out and watch ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: Rolesville Middle School Football Field, 4700 Burlington Mills Rd. Rolesville, NC 27571
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.rolesvillenc.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 ...

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

Western Wake Farmers Market

We Nourish Community Since 2009, WWFM has connected the residents of western Wake County with local vendors & fresh, healthy food.

Yates Mill Park's Exploration Station

Branching Out The first day of fall is September 22, and it is always exciting to see the leaves on ...

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

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 ...

NC Museum of Art's Service Project

Help steward the Museum Park by supporting staff in their restoration initiatives. After a brief introduction, volunteers plant native species ...

Lake Crabtree County Park's Introduction to Canoeing

Experience the thrill of canoeing – where you and a partner effortlessly glide across the water's surface. Canoeing is an ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Boat Rental Complex, 1400 Aviation Pkwy Morrisville NC, 27560
  • Cost: Free with Pre-registration
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: Free

International Culturual Festival at Fuquay Varina Arts Center

The annual celebration of community diversity promises to be a day of experience: international foods, kids' activities, wonderful performances, and ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 123 E. Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Latta University Historic Park's Nature Journaling

Best for Ages 4-12 Welcome the fall season at Latta University Historic Park by making a nature journal and walking around ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1001 Parker Street, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • 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

Museum Tour in ASL at the NC Museum of Art

This two-hour docent-led tour in American Sign Language is intended for adults who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing; no ...

Coastal Credit Union's Bank Better Community Days

Join us for a fun filled day to celebrate the community on September 21st from 10:30AM-1:30PM! Meet the community partners ...

  • 10:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Weaver Street Market, 404 W Hargett St., Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Ready, Set, School Community Playdates at Richard B. Harrison Community Library

Join Marbles Kids Museum at the library for family play to help kids ages 3-5 get ready for school. This event ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 1313 New Bern Ave., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

Under the Tree Storytime with Allan Wolf at Quail Ridge Books

Allan Wolf joins us for a special Saturday Morning Storytime! Books will be available for purchase at the reading. RSVP ...

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission with RSVP
  • Website: www.quailridgebooks.com
  • Category: Free

What's That Sculpture at the NC Museum of Art

Have you ever wanted to learn more about sculptures in the Museum Park? These playful outdoor tours create family time ...

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

Festa Italiana

Festa Italiana North Carolina celebrates Italian culture and heritage in the Triangle while providing financial support to local charities.

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Hunter St and Town Hall Courtyard, Apex, NC, 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: festanc.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.

Community Baptist Church's Family Fun Fest

Come join us for a day of free family fun!!! Pony rides, giant inflatables, face painting, free food and Snoballs, ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 617 Cornwallis Rd., Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.cbcgarner.org
  • Category: Free

Downtown Cary Public Safety Day

Join us as we celebrate and promote awareness, safety, and neighborhood unity. Formerly known as Cary's Night Out, Public Safety ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: S. Academy St. (between Dry Ave and E. Chatham St), Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: free entry
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Green Road Community Center's Bye Bye Summer Luau

Come out and have a good time as we celebrate the end of summer! There will be an awesome DJ, arts ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4201 Green Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • 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 ...

Joyner Park's Good Neighbor Day

The Wake Forest Human Relations Council (HRC) will sponsor Good Neighbor Day. This free, family-friendly event will take place at ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 701 Harris Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.wakeforestnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Musicians Learning Center's Intro to Ukelele

Interested in learning more about ukulele? This class is FREE, but space is limited! Please email or text to sign-up.

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 9420 Forum Dr., Suite 105, Raleigh, NC 27615
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Incredible Science

Designed for ages 7 and up. No registration required. Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Windows on the World on the 3rd floor of the Nature Exploration Center, 11 W Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free
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