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19July

StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks

Read a children’s book while you enjoy a nature walk at several Wake County Park locations. The StoryWalk® Project was ...

Camp Waltonwood Lake Boone

You're Invited to a Wild Safari Adventure at Waltonwood Lake Boone! Get ready to roar with excitement! We're transforming our ...

Dix Park's Sunflower Field

The Sunflower Field is free to visit and open 7 days-a-week, from sunrise to sunset. The sunflowers are blooming! Plan to ...

  • 6:15 am -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Fuquay Varina Growers Market Stuff a Truck Event

Back to School Supply Drive Alert! Bring school supplies to the market on Saturday and receive a $2 Kiddie Market Voucher! Join ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 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: Family Fun

Holly Springs Farmers Market

Farmers markets are essential to the livelihood of farmers and food producers. They offer an efficient way for residents to obtain ...

Midtown Farmer's Market - Tomato Tribute

Save the Date for our Annual Tomato Tribute – a taste of the season’s best tomato from our local farms! Discover ...

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

All month long, enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with ...

"Strong Like a Girl" Competition at Rock Solid Warrior Fuquay

Join us for our Strong Like a Girl competition, designed by Coaches Hannah, Izabela, Olivia, and Lily with our up-and-coming ...

Apex Farmers Market at The Depot

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

Beech Bluff County Park's Volunteer Day

Looking to get involved with the park? Come to our upcoming Volunteer Day! We are seeking volunteers to help us with ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 3321 NC Highway 42, Willow Spring, NC 27592
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

KX Kids Consignment Sale

Don't miss your chance to get in to the LARGEST consignment sale in NC! We've got great deals for you ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Jim Graham Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other

Vendor Fair at Treelight Square

Vendor Fair at Treelight Square with Sonder Coffee Kick off your weekend at Treelight Square in Wendell with our Vendor Fair ...

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

Visit your local Wake County Public Library for: Baby Storytime Toddler Storytime Family Storytime Book Clubs ABC Craft and Learn Kindergarten - 5th grade Adventures Kindergarten ...

Animal Encounters at The Feathered Farm

Open Play, Playground, Gem Mining Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Open Play at the Farm! Are you and your ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 per person age 2-64, Military Discount at the door for Military.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Peaches, Petals, & Pasture Friends Adventure

Get ready for a delightful summer experience at Millstone Creek Orchards! This July, we’re thrilled to invite you to our ...

Budding Explorers: Insect Investigation

Youth, accompanied by an adult, will learn about insects and how they're different from bugs, create an insect model, and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Education Yurt, JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: $8 per participant. No cost for accompanying adult.
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Informational & Tours

Game On! at Moore Square

Enjoy a fun variety of giant lawn games, board games and MOORE! Available activities for Game On! include: Soccer balls Hula hoops Jenga Chess ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Lowes Workshops

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

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 ...

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

Best for: Children ages 5 to 12 and their families. Older children familiar with the book series may also enjoy the ...

*FULL* Storytime at Historic Oak View Park

Gomer the Gassy Goat Eww! What's that smell? Join us for a storytime at the Farm History Center at Historic Oak ...

SuperFun 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 ...

Under the Tree Storytime with 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 ...

Historic Raleigh Trolley

Join us on Saturdays from March through December for a narrated, hour-long tour of downtown Raleigh. Tours depart from Mordecai Historic ...

Interactive Reptile Educational Classes with Savvy Scales

We are coming back to Annie Wilkerson Nature Preserve! We still have plenty of space for Class A and Class B. ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve - Shelter, 5229 Awls Haven Drive, Raleigh 27614
  • Cost: $15
  • Website: savvy-scales.square.site
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Splash Pad Bash at Knightdale Station Park

Come cool off at the Splash Pad for our Beach Bash themed event! There will be a variety of fun ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 700 North First Avenue, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission for residents and non-residents
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Wake Forest Ninja Academy's Open Gym

Open Gym Times Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30PM - 6:30PM and Saturdays from 11AM - 1PM Ages 5 and up welcome Perfect ...

Open Gym Basketball at John Brown Community Center

This open gym time is specifically designed for individuals, ages 10 and younger with disabilities. Children should be accompanied by ...

WAKE Up and Read

This summer, join WAKE Up and Read every third Saturday at noon for the "Today A Reader, Tomorrow A Leader" ...

Bike Maintenance at Forest Ridge Park

Stop paying for costly bike repairs that can be done on your own! Participants will learn how to change flat ...

Book Harvest Summer Block Party at Durham Bulls Athletic Park

Book Harvest’s beloved Summer Block Party promotes a joyful and abundant community-wide culture of literacy in Durham, celebrating summer reading ...

Magic Midway's Family Days at North Station Center

The Fun Has Just Begun! There's Magic in The Air! There's Something For Everyone! Over 40 Attractions Which Includes: Amazing Thrill Rides, Super ...

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

Marbles Outdoor Adventures

Play your way through a summer of outdoor adventures at Marbles from June 1st through August 31, 2025! Join us ...

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Incredible Science

Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. Day-to-day topics vary but often include physics and ...

  • 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: Informational & Tours, Free

Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with Cold Stone Creamery Apex

Get Ready to Celebrate National Ice Cream Month! Join us at Cold Stone Creamery – Apex, NC for an afternoon ...

*FULL* Parent's Night Out at Rock Solid Warrior Fuquay Varina

Drop off your kids for a night of ninja, pizza, fruit, chips, and dessert! We’ll play some ninja games, group ...

Parents' Night Out at Kidstrong Cary

Parents’ Night Out Parents, enjoy a night off while your little ones play at KidStrong! We’ve got an exciting evening ...

Phillips Farms' WatermelonFest

Join us for our annual Watermelon Fest July 19 - 20, 2025. Shop our farmer's market for watermelon themed goods ...

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

Every Friday & Saturday night Big Air is transformed! Enjoy access to all the attractions at the park while we ...

Raleigh Red Oaks

Danville Dairy Daddies at Raleigh Red Oaks Baseball We will play 19 home games throughout the season, leading into the playoffs ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Optimist Park, 5900 Whittier Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: from $11.75. Free for Kids under 10yrs old.
  • Website: www.ticketreturn.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

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 ...

Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park

You're invited to enjoy a movie under the stars! The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department is ...

Outdoor Family Movie Night at Holly Springs Cultural Center

Join us this July to celebrate Parks and Recreation Month with a movie under the stars! Bring a blanket or ...

20July

StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks

Read a children’s book while you enjoy a nature walk at several Wake County Park locations. The StoryWalk® Project was ...

Dix Park's Sunflower Field

The Sunflower Field is free to visit and open 7 days-a-week, from sunrise to sunset. The sunflowers are blooming! Plan to ...

  • 6:15 am -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

KX Kids Consignment Sale

Don't miss your chance to get in to the LARGEST consignment sale in NC! We've got great deals for you ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Jim Graham Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other

Traffic Garden at Gipson Play Plaza

Get ready to roll with a morning of learning all about bikes and safety with Oaks and Spokes at the ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Other, Free

*SOLD OUT* Wild Wonders at Dix Park

Kids, families and nature lovers, join us for this new series exploring the importance and wonder of animals, their habitats ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Stone Houses Visitor Center & Outdoor Classroom, 830 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission with Pre-Registration
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Informational & Tours, Free

*FULL* Beech Bluff Bluff's Knot Tying Basics

Have you ever needed a knot and found yourself stumped? Or been curious about the difference between a knot and ...

Game On! at Moore Square

Enjoy a fun variety of giant lawn games, board games and MOORE! Available activities for Game On! include: Soccer balls Hula hoops Jenga Chess ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Under the Tree Storytime with 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 ...

Foodie Fare

Spend your Sunday discovering the best in local food and handmade goods at the Raleigh Foodie Fare, a new daytime ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission. Food for Purchase.
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Other

NC Museum of Art Pop Art

Enjoy the fun of drop-in art-making activities for all ages popping up across the Museum galleries and Museum Park. This month, ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: West Building, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Classes, Free

The Cary Theater's Summer Family Series

Every Sunday this summer at 12PM, The Cary Theater presents classic movies that are family friendly. Schedule: June 15: The Wild ...

Magic Midway's Family Days at North Station Center

The Fun Has Just Begun! There's Magic in The Air! There's Something For Everyone! Over 40 Attractions Which Includes: Amazing Thrill Rides, Super ...

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

Peaches, Petals, & Pasture Friends Adventure

Get ready for a delightful summer experience at Millstone Creek Orchards! This July, we’re thrilled to invite you to our ...

TeenSpace at Dix Park

Middle and high school teens- join us for a new program series to connect, have fun, and build a supportive ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 101 Blair Drive Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Other, Free

Ice Cream Social in Fuquay Mineral Spring Park

If you need a reason to eat ice cream, we’ve got one for you… The Town of Fuquay-Varina is celebrating National ...

Jazz on the Greene

Featuring Phenix Fire “Top” Greene Center African American Cultural Center Launches Summer Programming to Celebrate African American Arts and Heritage The John ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: John P. “Top” Greene Community Center, 401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free with RSVP
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Shows & Concerts, Free

Piney Town Playhouse's Island Princess Luau Party

Join us at Piney Town Playhouse for a once-in-a-lifetime Luau Experience your little one will never forget! Our favorite Island ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1520 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $34.32 per ticket
  • Website: pineytown.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Holly Springs Salamanders Kids Run Bases

Holly Springs Salamanders vs. Fuquay-Varina Twins Pink Out: Support all of those who fight and have fought against breast cancer and ...

Phillips Farms' WatermelonFest

Join us for our annual Watermelon Fest July 19 - 20, 2025. Shop our farmer's market for watermelon themed goods ...

Summer Concert Series at Pullen Park

Join us for the annual Summer Concert Series hosted by Pullen Park and Fred Fletcher Park. Each summer, local artists donate ...

21July

StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks

Read a children’s book while you enjoy a nature walk at several Wake County Park locations. The StoryWalk® Project was ...

Dix Park's Sunflower Field

The Sunflower Field is free to visit and open 7 days-a-week, from sunrise to sunset. The sunflowers are blooming! Plan to ...

  • 6:15 am -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

All month long, enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with ...

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

Visit your local Wake County Public Library for: Baby Storytime Toddler Storytime Family Storytime Book Clubs ABC Craft and Learn Kindergarten - 5th grade Adventures Kindergarten ...

Game On! at Moore Square

Enjoy a fun variety of giant lawn games, board games and MOORE! Available activities for Game On! include: Soccer balls Hula hoops Jenga Chess ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Under the Tree Storytime with 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 ...

Dorothea Dix Park's Little Explorers

Preschoolers will enjoy games, stories, and songs in this eye-opening program as we discover how creatures in the wild view ...

Library on the Go at Historic Oak View Park

Experience Wake County Public Libraries in a new way - at the park! Sign up for a library card, check out ...

Storytime for Growing Minds

Storytime For Growing Minds with Book Harvest and Blue Cross NC A free Bilingual Family Event Join Book Harvest and Blue Cross ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Blue Cross NC Raleigh Center, 8511 Brier Creek Pkwy 107, Raleigh, NC 27617
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.bookharvest.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
22July

StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks

Read a children’s book while you enjoy a nature walk at several Wake County Park locations. The StoryWalk® Project was ...

Dix Park's Sunflower Field

The Sunflower Field is free to visit and open 7 days-a-week, from sunrise to sunset. The sunflowers are blooming! Plan to ...

  • 6:15 am -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

All month long, enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with ...

Traffic Garden at Gipson Play Plaza

Get ready to roll with a morning of learning all about bikes and safety with Oaks and Spokes at the ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Other, Free

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

Visit your local Wake County Public Library for: Baby Storytime Toddler Storytime Family Storytime Book Clubs ABC Craft and Learn Kindergarten - 5th grade Adventures Kindergarten ...

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 ...

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 -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

NC Transportation Museum's Train Show

Join us for one, or all, of these special fun filled days, where kids of all ages can participate in ...

Pop-Up and Play at Church Street Park

Connected to Nature Flower Pot Craft July is National Parks and Recreation Month! Celebrate in Morrisville every Tuesday with Pop-Up ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Church Street Park Southern Lot, 5800 Cricket Pitch Wy, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.morrisvillenc.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

Storytime Stay & Play at The Mocha Room

Join us for Storytime and after, stay to play! Our barista will read books, ask and answer questions. After, the ...

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 will ...

Beech Bluff County Park's Free Summer Meals

Free Summer Meals for kids 18yrs and younger To address food insecurity and ensure children have continued access to nutritious ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Beech Bluff's Sage Shelter, 3321 NC Highway 42, Willow Spring, NC 27592
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Window on Animal Health

Peer into the world of Museum Veterinary Medicine and get a closer look at the medical management of our diverse ...

Learning with Lego at Leesville Community Library

All summer long come to the library to build, learn, and play with LEGO!

Cranfield Academy Cary's Open House

Join us for our Walking Tacos Open House! Enjoy delicious walking tacos while you tour our school, meet our team ...

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburger's Bingo Game Night

Bring the whole family for a night of fun and a chance to win a great prize! Bingo will be ...

Chick-Fil-A White Oak Kid's Night

Free face-painting and balloon animals with Mimi the Clown! Kids receive a free cup or cone of our delicious Ice ...

23July

StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks

Read a children’s book while you enjoy a nature walk at several Wake County Park locations. The StoryWalk® Project was ...

Moore Square Midweek Market

The Midweek Market, a new weekly farmers market at Moore Square, starts May 14 through October 15, 2025. Every Wednesday ...

Dix Park's Sunflower Field

The Sunflower Field is free to visit and open 7 days-a-week, from sunrise to sunset. The sunflowers are blooming! Plan to ...

  • 6:15 am -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

All month long, enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with ...

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

Visit your local Wake County Public Library for: Baby Storytime Toddler Storytime Family Storytime Book Clubs ABC Craft and Learn Kindergarten - 5th grade Adventures Kindergarten ...

Game On! at Moore Square

Enjoy a fun variety of giant lawn games, board games and MOORE! Available activities for Game On! include: Soccer balls Hula hoops Jenga Chess ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Hill Ridge Farms' Welcome Wednesdays

Free adult admission w/child’s admission each summer Wednesday. Splash Pad Train Ride Carousel Tractor Ride Picnic Coolers welcome. Lot’s of ...

Lake Crabtree County Park's Homeschool/Track-Out

Bees and Blooms Join us as we take a closer look at bees and their relationship with flowers. We will discuss ...

Little Doodles Play Cafe - Wendell Story Time and Craft

Join us for Story Time and a craft every Wednesday at 10:00 am. Let your child’s imagination soar as they ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 11 West 3rd Street, Wendell, NC 27591
  • Cost: $12 per child. $10 per sibling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

Best for: Children ages 5 to 12 and their families. Older children familiar with the book series may also enjoy the ...

Smith's Nursery Storytime

Hey, Storytime Friends! Guess what’s back? Storytime! We’re excited to return with one of our favorite activities—perfect for the little ones! We’ll ...

Lunch with Poe: Kids Eat Free at PlayWell Park

Join us Wednesdays this summer at the Poe Center’s PlayWELL Park for lunch* (provided at no cost for you) and ...

Play Moore at Moore 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, Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Incredible Science

Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. Day-to-day topics vary but often include physics and ...

  • 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: Informational & Tours, Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Window on Animal Health

Peer into the world of Museum Veterinary Medicine and get a closer look at the medical management of our diverse ...

Cranfield Academy-Wake Forest Open House

Join us for our Open Houses and experience firsthand the vibrancy of our school community. As you explore our well-equipped ...

Piney Town Playhouse's Sensory Friendly Play Time

Join us at Piney Town Playhouse for our Sensory-Friendly Play Sessions! Designed for children who thrive in a calm environment, ...

Wake Forest Ninja Academy's Open Gym

Open Gym Times Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30PM - 6:30PM and Saturdays from 11AM - 1PM Ages 5 and up welcome Perfect ...

24July

StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks

Read a children’s book while you enjoy a nature walk at several Wake County Park locations. The StoryWalk® Project was ...

Dix Park's Sunflower Field

The Sunflower Field is free to visit and open 7 days-a-week, from sunrise to sunset. The sunflowers are blooming! Plan to ...

  • 6:15 am -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

GalaxyCon

GalaxyCon Raleigh is a 4-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Adults from $45. From $20 for kids ages 5yrs - 9yrs.
  • Website: galaxycon.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

All month long, enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with ...

Traffic Garden at Gipson Play Plaza

Get ready to roll with a morning of learning all about bikes and safety with Oaks and Spokes at the ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Other, Free

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

Visit your local Wake County Public Library for: Baby Storytime Toddler Storytime Family Storytime Book Clubs ABC Craft and Learn Kindergarten - 5th grade Adventures Kindergarten ...

Mad Splatter's Home School Happy Hour

Join us every Thursday from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm for Home School Happy Hour! Buy One Studio Fee, Get ...

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 -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Painting with a Twist Family Class

Busy Bees for ages 6 and up 11x14 or 16x20 canvas We're ready for some summer fun in the studio.

Wake County Public Library Pop-up at Dix Park

Join Wake County Public Libraries for a pop-up library at Dix Park at the House of Many Porches. Sign up ...

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 ...

Nature Navigators

Explore the garden at Marbles and investigate with your five senses (touch, sight, hearing, smell and taste). Enjoy pollinator play ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Marbles Kids Museum, 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Museum Admission: $9.50 per person over 1yr
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Sensory Storytime at Cary Regional Library

Geared toward preschool aged children (3-5 years old). All ages are welcome! Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for ...

Make Your Own Travel Pouch with The Bunny Hive

Join us for a fun parent-and-child activity where you’ll personalize clear PVC travel pouches—perfect for organizing snacks, diapers, toys, and ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 711 W Lane Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: $15 Members. $30 Non-Members.
  • Website: api.hellowalla.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Retro Rhythm's Swing Kids Dance Classes

Open to students ages 7 - 11. This hour long class will introduce your child to the amazing world of ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Theatre Academy Productions, 3761 NW Cary Pkwy #102, Cary NC 27513
  • Cost: $35 per class
  • Website: www.retrorhythm.com
  • Category: Classes
25July

StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks

Read a children’s book while you enjoy a nature walk at several Wake County Park locations. The StoryWalk® Project was ...

Dix Park's Sunflower Field

The Sunflower Field is free to visit and open 7 days-a-week, from sunrise to sunset. The sunflowers are blooming! Plan to ...

  • 6:15 am -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

GalaxyCon

GalaxyCon Raleigh is a 4-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Adults from $45. From $20 for kids ages 5yrs - 9yrs.
  • Website: galaxycon.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Jumperoo at Urban Air Raleigh

Jumperoo is for kids 5 and under. Toddlers have the entire park to themselves on Fridays from 8AM - 10AM ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: 7810 Poyner Pond Circle, Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: $10.99 per child
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

All month long, enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with ...

Learn Origami at The Mocha Room

Calling all children who want to learn Origami! Take a beginner lesson with our barista.

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

Visit your local Wake County Public Library for: Baby Storytime Toddler Storytime Family Storytime Book Clubs ABC Craft and Learn Kindergarten - 5th grade Adventures Kindergarten ...

Garden Storytime

Garden Storytimes are a great way for families with preschool children to experience the garden. You'll start with a stroll ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: $5 per child. No cost for parent or caregiver attending with child.
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Library Programs

Game On! at Moore Square

Enjoy a fun variety of giant lawn games, board games and MOORE! Available activities for Game On! include: Soccer balls Hula hoops Jenga Chess ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

Best for: Children ages 5 to 12 and their families. Older children familiar with the book series may also enjoy the ...

Cow Day at Chick Fil A - Lake Boone Trail

Join us for Cow Day! Free chicken sandwich (no modifications) when you dress like a cow. Must be present to redeem ...

  • 10:30 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Chick Fil A Lake Boone Trail, 3770 Lake Boone Trl, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: see menu
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Create Moore

The Square becomes a creative space for exploration on Friday mornings with our Create Moore! Series. Park staff will guide guests ...

Popsicles in the Knightdale Community Pool

Cool down this summer with Knightdale Parks and Recreation! We'll be handing out free popsicles on select Fridays to help ...

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Incredible Science

Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. Day-to-day topics vary but often include physics and ...

  • 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: Informational & Tours, Free

Wake Forest Ninja Academy's Open Gym

Open Gym Times Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30PM - 6:30PM and Saturdays from 11AM - 1PM Ages 5 and up welcome Perfect ...

Museum of Life and Science's Kids Night Out

Let your kids play at the Museum after hours Drop your little ones off for a kids-only evening of hands-on fun. ...

Haven Farm's Front Porch Fridays

Join us every Friday for Front Porch Fridays, the highlight of our week! Experience the vibrant energy as we open ...

Lake Crabtree's Lawn Games and Leisure Sports Summer Series

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

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Beech Shelter, 1400 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free with Pre-Registration
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Sporting Events, Free

Artist Notes on The Corner at NC State's Centennial Campus

That Station’s Artist Notes on The Corner at NC State’s Centennial Campus returns this year with new night and more ...

Carolina Mudcats Friday Night Fireworks at Five County Stadium

Carolina Mudcats vs. Kannapolis Canon Ballers Stay after the game for the area's biggest and brightest postgame fireworks show.

Nerf Night at Rock Solid Warrior Fuquay Varina

Back by popular demand… Our Nerf Night!! We’ll play Virus, Capture the Flag, Team vs. Team, Cops and Robbers, and ...

Durham Bulls Fireworks Night

Stick around after every Friday night home game for Friday Night Fireworks presented by bioMerieux, while Saturday Night Fireworks presented ...

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

Every Friday & Saturday night Big Air is transformed! Enjoy access to all the attractions at the park while we ...

NC Courage International Exhibition

The Courage will be hosting Chivas de Guadalajara. A cornerstone of Mexican women’s football, Chivas de Guadalajara Femenil launched in ...

Night Sky Wonders at Sugg Farm

Gather for a magical evening for Night Sky Wonders! Enjoy a guided stargazing experience (weather permitting), get creative with a ...

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