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11August

Back to School Block Party at Staples

Find your local Block Party dates and get your event coupon of 20% off school supplies. Select your city and state ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: see Staples nearest you
  • Cost: 20% off school supplies with coupon
  • Website: www.staples.com
  • Category: Family Fun

New Hope Valley Railway Ride - Slow Down Sunday

The perfect way to unplug, slow down and have fun on the Triangle’s Train. At 12 miles-per-hour, you’ll ride through ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 3900 Bonsal Rd., New Hill, NC 27562
  • Cost: $11 for ages 2-12. $14 for ages 13-59. $13 for 60+yrs old.
  • Website: www.triangletrain.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 ...

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 ...

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
12August

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 ...

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 ...

Sanderford Community Center Beats the Heat

Prepare to beat the heat and amp up the fun at Sanderford Road! Dive into games, crafts, and surprises galore, with ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2623 Sanderford Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburger's Back to School Bash

Kickoff the school year with our Back to School Bash! Stop into Freddy's August 12 from 3pm-7pm and join us ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 221 Grand Hill Pl Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: see menu
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
13August

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 ...

Nature Play Day at Prairie 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: 1671 Gold Star Drive, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stortytime at Historic Oak View County Park

This storytime will be in Spanish. Cuentacuentos at Oak View: "El conejo escuchó" ¡Esperamos que sus pequeños puedan unirse a nosotros para disfrutar ...

Thrive Motherhood Downtown Raleigh Playgroup at North Hills Park

Meet us at the playground! It's a shady playground for the heat.

Sanderford Community Center Beats the Heat

Prepare to beat the heat and amp up the fun at Sanderford Road! Dive into games, crafts, and surprises galore, with ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2623 Sanderford Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • 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 ...

Taylor Swift Trivia at Fortnight Brewing Company

Calling all Swifties!! Do you have what it takes to be crowned the top Swiftie in the Triangle? Come out to ...

14August

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

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.

Sanderford Community Center Beats the Heat

Prepare to beat the heat and amp up the fun at Sanderford Road! Dive into games, crafts, and surprises galore, with ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2623 Sanderford Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Thrive Motherhood Fuquay Varina Playgroup at Pelican's Snoballs

Pelicans & Play date at 2pm. From slides to connect 4, enjoy a cold snow-cone while we play.

Dino Day at Bumble Brews Raleigh

Join us at Bumble Brews Raleigh for a Dino Day packed with Jurassic fun! Our adventurers will get to decorate ...

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

Marbles Sensory Friendly Playtime

Join us for this free event exclusively for kids with disabilities and their families to experience Marbles in a calmer, ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Marbles Kids Museum, 201 East Hargett Street Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Durant Nature Preserve's Project Budburst, iNaturalist, and Citizen Science

To Bloom or Not to Bloom? Project budburst, iNaturalist, and Citizen Science As the climate changes, plants are changing when they ...

15August

Breakfast Bingo at Chick-Fil-A Falls Village

Join us for a yummy breakfast and a chance to win PRIZES including free food and Chick-fil-A Swag!

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: 6701 Falls of Neuse Rd., Raleigh, NC 27615
  • Cost: See menu
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

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

Sanderford Community Center Beats the Heat

Prepare to beat the heat and amp up the fun at Sanderford Road! Dive into games, crafts, and surprises galore, with ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2623 Sanderford Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Lake Crabtree's Families in Nautures: Stories Celebrating Diversity

Join us for a captivating nature storytime celebrating diversity in the great outdoors! Our storytime features a book that highlights ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun
16August

The Feathered Farm Tour with optional add on Gem Mining

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Farm!

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd, Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 per person age 2-64. 2yrs and under are free.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.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 ...

Sanderford Community Center Beats the Heat

Prepare to beat the heat and amp up the fun at Sanderford Road! Dive into games, crafts, and surprises galore, with ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2623 Sanderford Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Sneaker Design Day at Peach Road Cultural Center

Ages: 8-16 Express yourself in the new school year with a pair of sneakers designed by you! Come out for sneaker art, ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Magic Midway's Family Days at North Station Center

10 Huge Days of Super Fun! New Spectacular Rides this year Kiddie Land, Super Spectacular Adult Rides. Plenty Of Great Tasting Food Thrill Rides, ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 1411 Garner Station Blvd. Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission. See website for cost of rides. Free Parking.
  • Website: magicmidwaytickets.com
  • Category: Family Fun

St. Augusta Baptist Church Back to School Supplies Giveaway

Join FVPD for our annual Back to School Drive and Giveaway We will be partnering with St. Augusta Missionary Baptist Church ...

Lawn Games and Leisure Sports: Spikeball at Lake Crabtree County Park

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

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 ...

  • 8:30 pm 
  • Location: Rolesville Middle School Football Field, 4700 Burlington Mills Rd. Rolesville, NC 27571
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.rolesvillenc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun
17August

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 ...

National Track Trails Day at Eno River State Park

Come out to visit the Eno River State Park TRACK Trail for National TRACK Trails Day! Grab your friends and ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Visitor Center, 6101 Cole Mill Road, Durham, NC 27705
  • Cost: Free Entry
  • Website: conta.cc
  • Category: Family Fun

Pope House Museum is Reopening

On Saturday, Aug. 17 the Pope House Museum will reopen for tours! Learn about one of Raleigh’s most prominent Black families ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 511 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free. Donations Accepted.
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Redemption Community Church VBS and Open House for Upcoming Launch

Join us for a special one-day VBS at our new church plant launching in September! There will be lunch for ...

The Feathered Farm's Open Play and Farm Tour with Optional Gem Mining

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Open Play at the Farm!

  • 9:30 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 per person age 2-64. 2yrs and under are free.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Arts and Education Festival at Knightdale Station Park

As we gear up for the upcoming school year, we want to help families out with kids' school needs AND ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 810 N. First Ave., Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Community Event Day with Sound Mind Ministry

Sound Mind Ministry-SMM us gearing up for our Annual Book Bag and School supplies giveaway on August 17th. There will ...

Lowes Workshops

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

Marbles Olympics

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

Mud Day at Walnut Creek Wetland Center

Join us for our sixth annual celebration of our wetlands and all things muddy and wonderful! There will be activities, food ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 950 Peterson St. Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Family Friendly Tour at the NC Museum of Art

Find new favorites alongside old friends on these playful tours. Tours are 30 minutes long and are best for kids ...

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

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: 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

Baptist Grove Splash Party

The summer is almost at an end but we are looking to end it with a SPLASH! It is going ...

CaribMask Caribbean Festival and Parade

Celebrating CaribMask, Caribbean Carnival! Culture Fete Jamboree Family and Kids Friendly Lots of Caribbean food, vendors and more! Schedule: Parade Starts at 12Noon Main ...

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: 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 ...

Magic Midway's Family Days at North Station Center

10 Huge Days of Super Fun! New Spectacular Rides this year Kiddie Land, Super Spectacular Adult Rides. Plenty Of Great Tasting Food Thrill Rides, ...

  • 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 1411 Garner Station Blvd. Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission. See website for cost of rides.
  • Website: magicmidwaytickets.com
  • Category: Family Fun

*WAITLIST* Locke Back 2 School Launch Party

Families, join us for Locke's Back 2 School Launch Party! The first 150 students to register will receive a free ...

  • 1:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: John Locke Foundation, 4800 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free with Online RSVP
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Studio for Kids and Adults at OWL Art Studio

Choose a painting from available choices or paint your own: Canvas 11х14 - $25, 16x20 - $35 All supplies are included. ...

Half Price Open Play at Bumble Brews Cary

Come join us for Half Price Open Play today! No reservations needed. Our large open play area is filled with several ...

  • 2:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 2464 SW Cary Pkwy, Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: $5 per child. $4 per sibling (6mos+). Adults and babies are free.
  • Website: www.bumblebrews.fun
  • 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 ...

Back to School Jamboree at John Chavis Memorial Park

Join us for an evening filled with bounce houses, entertainment, crafts, and more to celebrate the beginning of the school ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Camp Out Nights at Durham Bulls Athletic Park

vs. Nashville Sounds Game Highlight (3): Saturday Night Fireworks Stick around after the game on Saturday nights starting May 25 for Saturday ...

  • 6:35 pm 
  • Location: 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: from $35
  • Website: www.milb.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rhythm and Reels at the Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre

Join us on select Saturday evenings at the Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre for a night of music and movies under ...

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