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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: Family Fun

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 is Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on September 7 through October 14. Immerse yourself with activities and programming that ...

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 ...

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: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Knightdale Gymnastics' Tot Time

Tot Time - Open gym for the 5 and under crowd and their grownup! Open gym is a great way for ...

Marbles is Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on September 7 through October 14. Immerse yourself with activities and programming that ...

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: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

NC Zoo's Quiet Day

Seeking a Calmer Zoo Experience? The NC Zoo is always sensory-friendly, but we know busy days can be overwhelming. That's ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC, 27205
  • Cost: 13yrs+ $15. Children 2-12 $11. Children under 2 are free.
  • Website: www.nczoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Marbles Baby Time Meet-Up

Sing, move and play with your little one while you enjoy conversations and make connections with other grown-ups. Baby Time ...

Marbles is Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on September 7 through October 14. Immerse yourself with activities and programming that ...

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: Family Fun

Marbles Early Learners Playtime

Join other young children and their grown-ups to spark curiosity, engage in early learning activities and encourage social connections. Each ...

Stroller Strides at Lafayette Village with Fit4Mom

Stroller Strides® is a total fitness program that moms can do with their little ones (ages 6 weeks to 5 ...

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 ...

Marbles is Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on September 7 through October 14. Immerse yourself with activities and programming that ...

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

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 ...

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: Family Fun

Open Play with Bluey at Bumble Brews Raleigh

Come enjoy Open Play with everyone's favorite Blue Heeler! Play Keepy Uppy, take photos, and dance the night away! ...

The Bunny Hive's End of Summer Luau

Join is to celebrate the end of summer with themed food, crafts, and games. One ticket for the whole family! Sign ...

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

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: 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

Knightdale Gymnastics' Tot Time

Tot Time - Open gym for the 5 and under crowd and their grownup! Open gym is a great way for ...

Marbles is Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on September 7 through October 14. Immerse yourself with activities and programming that ...

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: Family Fun

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 ...

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 ...

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: Family Fun

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 ...

Marbles is Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on September 7 through October 14. Immerse yourself with activities and programming that ...

Urban Air Raleigh's Jumperoo

Jumperoo is a special time where Urban Air Raleigh is open only for children 5 & under! We open up ...

Chesterbrook Academy's Annual Fall Festival

Get your cowboy boots and your cowgirl hats! YEEEE HAW! It is a time to crave some carnival food, play games ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 10200 Strickland Road, Raleigh NC 27615
  • Cost: Child $15. Adult $25.
  • Website: secure.smore.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

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 ...

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 ...

Bingo at Pullen Community Center

Join us for a fun-filled family bingo night! Whether you drop by for a short while or stay for the whole ...

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: Family Fun

TreeRunner's Fall Fest

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, TreeRunner comes alive with a vibrant tapestry of fall-themed ...

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: 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 at Downtown Cary Park. Find a wonderful lineup of vendors offering ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

History Explorers at Mordecai Historic Park

Hop on the Historic Raleigh Trolley to travel through time! During this series, we’ll visit different historic sites and museums ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1101 Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Lowes Workshops

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

Marbles is Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on September 7 through October 14. Immerse yourself with activities and programming that ...

Museum of Life and Science Changes: How Life Survives

Included with admission Explore the coming fall with us and learn how different organisms change to cope with challenges! Meet with ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham, NC 27704
  • Cost: Free with Museum Admission of $23 for 13yrs+; $18 for ages 3-12 and free for ages 2 and under. Members are free.
  • Website: www.lifeandscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

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 ...

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: Family Fun

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, ...

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: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

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

Peek-A-Boo Grins' Fall Mini Photo Sessions

Peek-A-Boo Grins and Fingers and Toes photography are excited to team up to offer fall mini sessions inside the boutique. ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 300 S Main Street Suite 120, Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: from $50
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Goat Fest at Fainting Goat Brewing Company

This event is Open To The Public and Free Admission! Live Performance by The Kudzu Ramblers Bluegrass Band Family Friendly Event with: - ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 330 S Main St., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo

Get ready for another tasty summer experience! Join us as we host an epic gathering of local food trucks! From savory ...

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 ...

Morrisville's International Festival

Morrisville, one of North Carolina's fastest-growing and most diverse towns, invites you to celebrate its vibrant community with a day ...

Tamale Festival at Moore Square

Bring the whole family to enjoy a variety of food trucks, vendors, exciting activities, and performances, plus a competition for ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • 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 ...

Kids Night Out - Movie Night at Color Me Mine

Kids celebrate the excitement of Movie Night." Enjoy painting, pizza, a movie and lots of FUN! Ideal for ages 6-9 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Waverly Place, 316 Colonades Way Suite 215 Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: $38+ tax per participant.
  • Website: cary.colormemine.com
  • Category: Family Fun

TreeRunner's Fall Fest

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, TreeRunner comes alive with a vibrant tapestry of fall-themed ...

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