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August 31 - September 6

African American Cultural Festival Downtown Raleigh

The premiere annual Labor Day Weekend Celebration of African American culture. The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County ...

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

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 ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: quailridgebooks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carolina Mudcats Family Sundays at Five County Stadium

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

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

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 ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: quailridgebooks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Feathered Farm's Toddler Tuesday

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

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $15.50 for One Child and One Adult. $10.50 per additional person age 1yrs+.
  • Website: www.tickettailor.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Chick-fil-A Garner Town Square's Kids Night

Free face-painting and balloon animals with Mimi the Clown at our Garner Towne Square location, and kids receive a cup ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 2720 Timber Dr., Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Moore Square Midweek Market

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

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

Lake Crabtree's Storytime for Tots

Storytime for Tots: Possum's Harvest Moon As an iconic nocturnal creature, possums awaken as night begins. In this month's whimsical story, ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Lake Crabtree County Park, Beech Shelter, 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free with Pre-Registration
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

Fall Open House - Homeschool Edition with Piedmont Wildlife Center

We’re excited to welcome you to our Fall Open Houses at our locations in Durham, Wake, and Orange counties! At each ...

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

Farm Fridays at Feathered Farm

Open Play Farm Tour with Optional Gem Mining or Crafts Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Feathered Farm’s Open ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $14 ages 2-64. Under 2 free. Seniors $12.
  • Website: www.tickettailor.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Homeschool History Day

Homeschoolers, become an apprentice for a day at Mordecai Historic Park! Explore historic trades and life skills, including demonstrations by ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free for most things. $5 per person for trolley.
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • 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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 7810 Poyner Pond Circle, Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: $10.99 per child
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Books & Bubbles with a Special Guest Author

You're invited to a magical Books & Bubbles event with local children's author, Melissa Howsam! Join us for a joyful storytime ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bunny Hive Raleigh, 711 W Lane Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free with Pre-Registration
  • Website: widget.hellowalla.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Morrisville's Urban Air Adventure Park Jumperoo

Jumperoo is a special time where the park is open only for children 5 & under! We open up the ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 1020 Wake Competition Center Lane, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: see website for details
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Back to School Bash with Bunny Hive

It’s time to celebrate the start of a brand-new adventure—daycare, preschool, and kindergarten here we come! Join us for a playful ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 711 W Lane Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: $15 Members. $30 Non-Members.
  • Website: widget.hellowalla.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Artspace's First Friday

First Friday is celebrated on the first Friday of each month throughout Downtown Raleigh to showcase the best of our ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 E. Davie Street, Raleigh NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: artspacenc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Bands, Bites, and Boats at Bond Park

One Friday a month, the Bond Park Boathouse hosts musicians, food trucks, and after-hours boat rentals. Spend your Friday evening ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 801 High House Rd., Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.carync.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

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

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

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

Discover the Midtown Farmers’ Market, open every Saturday from April through November in the North Hills Commons. This beloved community ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4160 Main at North Hills Street, Raleigh, NC, 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: midtownfarmers.com
  • Category: Family Fun

N.C. Gourd Arts and Crafts Festival

Theme: Happy Holidays (All Holidays) The 83rd Annual Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival is the longest running festival in the United ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Holshouser Building at NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: $5. Kids 12 and under are free.
  • Website: ncgourdsociety.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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 - 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

Fall Saturdays on the Farm

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Open Play at the Farm! Whether you fancy a leisurely stroll around the ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: The Feathered Farm, 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 ages 2-64. Under 2 free. Seniors $11.50.
  • Website: www.tickettailor.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Monster Truck Wars at NC State Fairgrounds

Monster Truck wars invades Raleigh, NC! Get the chance to ride in a REAL monster truck! Back and Bigger than Ever! America's ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Rand Grandstand, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: from $15-$40 per ticket. $125 Advance VIP family 4pack.
  • Website: www.monstertrucks.fun
  • 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: 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: quailridgebooks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Art Buzz Kids

Great for ALL ages, sign up to paint with us - Art Buzz Kids style! No artistic talent needed, just ...

Ninja Open Rig (Gym) at Warrior Tech Raleigh

Participate in Open Rig sessions, where individuals and families can have fun and play or engage in self-paced training with ...

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

Barnes and Noble's Saturday Storytime at Triangle Town Center

Come join us in our Kid's Department on the stage on Saturday at 1pm for Storytime -- can't wait to ...

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

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

August 31 - September 6
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