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16October

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

Hopping along the Greenway with the FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt – Explore the Greenway September 19 through October 26, 2025, and ...

October 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 ...

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

Paint Paper Play

For Ages 1yrs - 3 yrs Adult participation required Get ready for a world of colorful and wonderfully messy fun! Each Paint ...

Toddler Nature Time

Little ones and caregivers can enjoy nature time in a fun, safe, and relaxed environment. Drop in at any time ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: White Deer Park Nature Center, 2400 State Rd 2710, Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: $3 for Residens. $5 for Non Residents.
  • Website: garner.recdesk.com
  • Category: Classes

Bilingual Nature Stories at Prairie Ridge Ecostation

Join us as we open your eyes to the wonderful world of nature through a family-friendly, nature-filled storytime. We’ll begin ...

NC State Fair

The N.C. State Fair is the place to be this fall! The fair creates an experience unique to North Carolina ...

  • 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: From $5 Admisison
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • 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 ...

Cranfield Academy-Wake Forest Fall Fesitval

Join us for our Fall Festivals, a family-friendly celebration of the season! Children can enjoy festive activities like crafts and ...

Teen Fit

The goal of Teen Fit is to be fun, challenging, and calorie-burning. Strengthen your muscles and improve your range of motion, ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Saint Monica Teen Center, 15 North Tarboro, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Classes, Free

Big Sibling Promotion Party

Calling all new or soon to be big brothers and sisters! Join us for a special celebration made just for ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bunny Hive Raleigh, 711 W Lane Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free for Members. $10 Non-Members.
  • Website: api.hellowalla.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Lake Crabtree County Park's Families in Nature

Families in Nature: Stories Celebrating Diversity For children 2yrs+ Join us for a captivating nature storytime celebrating diversity in the great outdoors! ...

Kids Intro to Circus Arts – Open Level with Cirque de Vol

Step right up! Our Kids Intro to Circus Arts class is the perfect way for kids ages 8+ to discover ...

A Private Encounter with The Goats at Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary

Have the Sanctuary and Goats all to yourself for 1 hour! You and your group of up to 8 people ...

*SOLD OUT* Spirits of Wake Forest

If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall, then don’t miss the upcoming season of “Spirits of Wake ...

17October

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

Hopping along the Greenway with the FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt – Explore the Greenway September 19 through October 26, 2025, and ...

October 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 ...

NC State Fair

The N.C. State Fair is the place to be this fall! The fair creates an experience unique to North Carolina ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: From $5 Admission
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

All Things Friendly and Scary - Grown Up and Me

Growing_Up_Littles and Music with Miss Kasie are planning a music and sensory class together!!! Save your space today by registering ...

Animal Encounters and Open Play

Bring the family and enjoy the day with the farm animals! We will interact with various animals one at a ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Feathered Farm, 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $11.50 - $13.50. Children under 2 are free.
  • Website: thefeatheredfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Big Air's Toddler Time

Looking for a safe, fun outlet for your toddler's energy? We've got you covered with Toddler Time! We open our ...

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

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

Pages at Pullen: Stories and Crafts

Come play at Pullen Park and bring your imagination while you join us at the kids' stage. We will kick ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Paint Paper Play

For Ages 1yrs - 3 yrs Adult participation required Get ready for a world of colorful and wonderfully messy fun! Each Paint ...

Morrisville's Urban Air Adventure Park Toddler Jumperoo

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

Create Moore

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

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Big Air Mid-Day Madness

2 hours of jump time for just $15! Previously named our homeschool program, we upgrade to Mid-Day Madness to be ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 6421 Hilburn Dr., Raleigh, NC 27613
  • Cost: $17
  • Website: www.bigairusa.com
  • Category: Other

Lake Crabtree's Nature Nerds: Fish

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

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

Romp N' Roll North Raleigh's Boo Bash

Mummy and Daddy, bring your little pumpkins to Romp n' Roll this Halloween for a not-so-scary good time. Join us ...

Autumn Adventures at Haven Farm

Celebrate the season with family-friendly fun, fall flavors, and farmyard charm! Here’s what’s in store: Pumpkin Carving with Goats – carve your ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd., Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: $20 per person. $40 Family Ticket (includes admission for 2 adults + 2 children and 2 pumpkins for carving).
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Hallow Glows at TreeRunner Adventure Park

Since 2014, TreeRunner Parks have entertained, charmed and created lasting memories for our communities during the Halloween season. This year ...

*FULL* Chick Fil A Harrison Square is Pumpkin Painting

We are so excited to host another pumpkin painting event! Join us to paint some pumpkins and meet a special ...

Cary Night Market

Enjoy a night of music and entertainment while you peruse an eclectic showcase of locally crafted treasures 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: thenightmarketcompany.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Color Me Mine's Friday Night Fun

Half Price Studio Fee Join the painting FUN at our monthly Friday Night fun event! RSVP so we can reserve your ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 316 Colonades Way, Suite 215, Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: $5 Studio Fee plus price of your piece(s). Save $5 per painter.
  • Website: cary.colormemine.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Piney Town's Mummy + Son Monster Mash

Join us for the Mummy and Son Monster Ball at Piney Town Playhouse! This Halloween-themed dance invites moms and their ...

Hill Street Park's Poké Pals Trading and Training

Want a safe place to trade your cards with friends and learn how to play the game? This program will give ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 2307 Hill Street, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Other

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 ...

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 ...

PJs and Popcorn Movie Night at Apex Senior Center

Come dressed in your festive pajamas and join us for a FREE fun-filled evening of pjs, popcorn and a family-friendly ...

*SOLD OUT* Spirits of Wake Forest

If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall, then don’t miss the upcoming season of “Spirits of Wake ...

Apex Community Dance at Halle Cultural Arts Center

Formerly known as the Apex Family Dance! Join us in historic downtown Apex for fun, family-friendly Community Dances led by ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 237 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: $2 each
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • 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 ...

Raleigh Haunted Trolley Tour

Discover history, mystery, and lore with your ghost host on the Haunted Trolley, if you dare, for a special late-night ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St., Raleigh, NC, 27604
  • Cost: $15 per person
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

*CANCELLED* The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Drone Show

Rescheduled from May 3, 2025. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Experience storytelling like never before with a wonderful new 45-minute drone light show adaptation of ...

18October

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

Hopping along the Greenway with the FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt – Explore the Greenway September 19 through October 26, 2025, 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 through November in the North Hills Commons. This beloved community ...

October 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 ...

Poole Family YMCA's Fall Festival and Vendor Fair

Join us for a Fall Festival and Vendor Fair! We will have local family friendly vendors, bounce house, face painting, food ...

Sensory Friendly Event - Urban Air Raleigh

Sensory Friendly Play is Back! Play for $17.99. Join us this Saturday from 8-9:30 am and every 3rd Saturday of ...

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 ...

Boo at the NC Zoo

It's time for some spooky fun! Join us for two weekends of family-friendly Halloween celebration at the Africa Loop and ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC, 27205
  • Cost: Admission ($5-$20) Plus $10 for Non-members guests or $8 for NC Zoo Society members.
  • Website: www.nczoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market

The Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market is a seasonal outdoor market held in Rolesville North Carolina every Saturday from 9am-1pm March ...

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

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 ...

NC State Fair

The N.C. State Fair is the place to be this fall! The fair creates an experience unique to North Carolina ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: From $5 Admission
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Paint Paper Play

For Ages 1yrs - 3 yrs Adult participation required Get ready for a world of colorful and wonderfully messy fun! Each Paint ...

Animal Encounters and Open Play

Bring the family and enjoy the day with the farm animals! We will interact with various animals one at a ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Feathered Farm, 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $11.50 - $13.50. Children under 2 are free.
  • Website: thefeatheredfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Autumn Black Neighborhood Walking Tour

Autumn is perfect for walking! Explore Raleigh's historic, influential Black neighborhood, the Third Ward, near Shaw University—a hub of culture, business, ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Pope House Museum, 511 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: $10 per adult and $5 per child (ages 5-17)
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Cheers N Paint's Kids Paint Class Little Splatters

Little Splatters Kids Paint Classes are designed just for kids! Cheers N Paint added new paint classes to our studio ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 2773 NC 55 Hwy, Cary, NC 27519
  • Cost: $27 per child per session
  • Website: cheersnpaint.com
  • Category: Classes

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

Goodies for Goblins Downtown Wake Forest

Shop, Dine and Trick or Treat Locally! Halloween season is near and businesses in Downtown Wake Forest are so excited! You ...

Kidpreneur Pop Up Shop at Learning Express Cary

Does your child dream of running their own business? If they’re between ages 5 and 17 and love creating, making, or ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 2020 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Lowe's Workshops

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

Mushrooms are the Fungis

From tasty to toxic, mushrooms are full of surprises! Join us to explore the fascinating world of fungi. You'll discover ...

Northern Wake Fire Auxilliary's Fall Festival

The Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary had such a wonderful turnout for our Fall Festival last year we have decided to make ...

Phillips Farms' Pumpkinfest

Pumpkins galore! Shop deals on pumpkins at our market, catch a free pumpkin in the family fun park, enjoy pumpkin ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 6800 Good Hope Church Rd, Cary, NC 27519
  • Cost: $22 - $33 per person 2yrs+
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Pumpkin Painting Party

Free pick your pumpkin and paint it! Reserve your spot via the website.

Tiger World's Boo at the Zoo

Bring the family to the 18th annual “Boo at the Zoo” Halloween event at Tiger World. Want to see exotic animals ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4400 Cook Road, Rockwel, NC, 28138
  • Cost: $15 adullts. $12 children ages 2yrs - 17yrs. Free for children under 2yrs. Free parking.
  • Website: tigerworld.us
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

United Skates Kidz Bop

Bring the kids for a high-energy morning of skating to Kidz Bop & Disney (Super Clean) music! Perfect for families, ...

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

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

Spooky Nature Walk

Join a park naturalist on a spooky-themed nature walk. Look out for ghost pipes, witch hazel, vampire plants, “pumpkin” spiders, ...

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 ...

Art Buzz Kids

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

Autumn Adventures at Haven Farm

Celebrate the season with family-friendly fun, fall flavors, and farmyard charm! Here’s what’s in store: Pumpkin Carving with Goats – carve your ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd., Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: $20 per person. $40 Family Ticket (includes admission for 2 adults + 2 children and 2 pumpkins for carving).
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Fenton Makers Market

Join us for live music and local shopping! Shop from your favorite Fenton Stores and an additional 35 local artists ...

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 ...

Hulaween Party

Hulaween at Tiki Brewing Join Captain Morgue-an and his cursed siren, The Black Widow… she was once the Bikini Lady, ...

NC Museum of Art on the Dot

Art on the Dot is the NCMA’s newest tour offering! Beginning in August 2025, we encourage you to join a ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: West Building of NCMA, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

Parkside Town Commons Pumpkin Patch Festival

Join us for a free fun fall event for the entire family! Children age 10 and under can “pick” their favorite ...

Pope Farms Fall on the Farm

We can’t wait to welcome everyone for an afternoon of family fun, food, and fall festivities at Pope Farms! Your Admission ...

Sensory Storytime at Wendell Community Library

Sensory Storytimes are welcoming, interactive programs designed for families of autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs. These storytimes ...

Sensory Stay and Play at East Regional Library

Join us for an inclusive, interactive drop-in program designed for families with children, including those who are on the autism ...

EverythingELSE Consignment Sale

Our EverythingELSE Sale features ladies' and men's adult & junior clothing, adult shoes, adult clothing accessories, purses, children's toys, baby ...

  • 12:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: South Hills Mall & Plaza, 1213 Buck Jones Rd. Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free - $100
  • Website: www.kidseverywear.com
  • Category: Other

Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm

Join us for the annual Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm, a seasonal celebration held twice each fall. Set on ...

Barnes and Noble Seizes the Day with Lilly Mae

Meet the author of the fabulous children's series Seize the Day with Lilly Mae, Sandy Spence Narron. We welcome Sandy ...

Cheers N Paint Art Studio's Family Paint

Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Family Paint event. Painting is a relaxing, fun, and creative experience for ...

Rock n Brew at Lafayette Village

Get ready to rock out and unwind at the ultimate Rock ‘n Brew Bash hosted at Lafayette Village! This electrifying ...

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

Sensory Storytime at Holly Springs Community Library

Sensory Storytimes are welcoming interactive programs designed for families of autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs. These storytimes ...

Wake Cross Roads' Fall Festival

You're invited to WCR's annual Fall Festival! This family-friendly, free community event includes: Trunk or Treat (with plenty of candy!) Fun games ...

Witchy Waves and Ghostly Glides

This October, grab your broom (or kayak) and conjure up some waterborne mischief with fellow witches before gliding into the ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Lake Wheeler Park, 6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Personal launch -$5/ Reserved kayaks - $15
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

*SOLD OUT* New Hope Valley Railway Track or Treat Halloween Express

A kid-friendly train ride complete with scenes of flying witches, smoking cauldrons, pumpkin people, Count Dracula and other friendly creatures ...

Alley-Ween

Join The Fall Line and Norse Brewing for a Hallowtastic Alley-Ween Party!! DJ Voodoo Queen will be spinnin' all the ...

Barnes and Noble Saturday Storytime at Crabtree Valley Mall

Join us for our weekly Saturday Storytime! This will be held in our B&N Jr. Department at 3pm.

Crazy Glaze Kids are Painting a Spooky Ghost Bowl

Kids Painting Spooky Ghost Bowl for Ages 5-12 Get ready for some Halloween fun on October 18th at 3 PM! In ...

Morrisville Boo Bash

Join us for an enchanting afternoon of Halloween magic at Morrisville Boo Bash (formally known as Trick-Or-Treat the Trail)! Bring ...

Bull City BOOs Fest at Durham Central Park

Step into the shadows... BOOs Fest is calling. Join us for the 4th Annual Bull City BOOs Fest — a spine-tingling ...

  • 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 501 Foster St., Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: $26 for 21yrs+. $15 per Teenager (ages 13yrs-20yrs). $9 for Ages 3yrs - 12yrs. Babies (Ages 0-2) are free.
  • Website: makrs.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Geek and Grub Market Halloween Edition

Geeks, we're so excited about this year's big Halloween Event at the Optimist Farm in Apex. In fact, with this ...

Hallow Glows at TreeRunner Adventure Park

Since 2014, TreeRunner Parks have entertained, charmed and created lasting memories for our communities during the Halloween season. This year ...

The ComedyWorx Show Matinee

This is the ComedyWorx signature competitive improvisational comedy matinee show! Cheer on our home team, The Hillsborough Street Malamutes, as ...

Family Night Out at Lowe's

A night out for families to come together, connect, build and have fun! Join us for an evening where families come ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Lowe’s, 1101 Beaver Creek Commons Dr., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free with pre-registration required.
  • Website: www.lowes.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Fuquay Varina Haunted Trail

8 years later... She came back! The Haunted Trail is held at Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental Education Park. The Family Trail ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Park at South Park, 900 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events, Free

Diwali Mela at Brier Creek Commons

Join Brier Creek Commons Shopping Center and Radio Nyra’s Diwali Mela Don’t miss the area’s most incredible celebration! Join us for ...

Goldfish Swim School's Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat at Goldfish Swim School! Join us for a spook-tacular night of family fun at our free community ...

Kids Night Out

Drop your Kiddos off for a kids only evening of hands on fun. We'll eat pizza, play games, and paint ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Wine and Design, 5456 Apex Peakway, Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: $45 per ticket
  • Website: www.wineanddesign.com
  • Category: Other

Spirits of Wake Forest

If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall, then don’t miss the upcoming season of “Spirits of Wake ...

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

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

North Carolina FC Shield Night at Wake Med Soccer Park

North Carolina FC takes on Rhode Island FC for Shield Night Dedicated to rising soccer stars and NCFC Youth Shield recipients, ...

Raleigh Haunted Trolley Tour

Discover history, mystery, and lore with your ghost host on the Haunted Trolley, if you dare, for a special late-night ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St., Raleigh, NC, 27604
  • Cost: $15 per person
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

Zombie Walk at Moore Square

Join us for this year’s Zombie walk! It’s a free, family-friendly event open to any of the undead who wish to ...

CaryLive

Elevate your evenings with the vibrant rhythm of CaryLive! Join us at Downtown Cary Park for a captivating concert series. ...

19October

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

Hopping along the Greenway with the FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt – Explore the Greenway September 19 through October 26, 2025, and ...

October 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 ...

Boo at the NC Zoo

It's time for some spooky fun! Join us for two weekends of family-friendly Halloween celebration at the Africa Loop and ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC, 27205
  • Cost: Admission ($5-$20) Plus $10 for Non-members guests or $8 for NC Zoo Society members.
  • Website: www.nczoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

NC State Fair

The N.C. State Fair is the place to be this fall! The fair creates an experience unique to North Carolina ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: From $5 Admission
  • Website: www.ncagr.gov
  • 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, Free

Feathered Farm's Pumpkin Carving with Goats

Get ready for a wildly fun farm experience like no other! Join us for Pumpkin Carving with Goats from 2:30-3:30, ...

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 ...

Autumn Adventures at Haven Farm

Celebrate the season with family-friendly fun, fall flavors, and farmyard charm! Here’s what’s in store: Pumpkin Carving with Goats – carve your ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 8521 Buffaloe Rd., Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: $20 per person. $40 Family Ticket (includes admission for 2 adults + 2 children and 2 pumpkins for carving).
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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

Kidpreneur Pop Up Shop at Learning Express Cary

Does your child dream of running their own business? If they’re between ages 5 and 17 and love creating, making, or ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2020 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

NC Museum of Art on the Dot

Art on the Dot is the NCMA’s newest tour offering! Beginning in August 2025, we encourage you to join a ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: West Building of NCMA, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Other, Free

Ninja Open Rig at Warrior Tech Morrisville

For 5 years old and up! Kids and adults are welcome and encouraged to come practice and play on an ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: OCR 220 Dominion Dr. Suite G, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: $25 each (or group punchcards are a better deal)
  • Website: www.warriortechnc.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

*CANCELLED* Storytime with Stella

Each Sunday this fall, Esteamed Coffee transforms into a cozy story nook, filled with imagination, laughter, and a sense of ...

Hallow Glows at TreeRunner Adventure Park

Since 2014, TreeRunner Parks have entertained, charmed and created lasting memories for our communities during the Halloween season. This year ...

Phillips Farms' Pumpkinfest

Pumpkins galore! Shop deals on pumpkins at our market, catch a free pumpkin in the family fun park, enjoy pumpkin ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 6800 Good Hope Church Rd, Cary, NC 27519
  • Cost: $22 - $33 per person 2yrs+
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Steven Ray Wriston is at Barnes and Noble - Crabtree Valley Mall

Steven Ray Wriston: Kids of Kazumeth Meet South Florida Author, Steven Ray Wriston from 1pm-5pm signing copies of his new Young ...

Artspace Open Studio

Let your imagination soar in Artspace's Open Studio and enjoy a self-guided art making activity for ages 5 and up. ...

Autumn Black Neighborhood Walking Tour

Autumn is perfect for walking! Explore Raleigh's historic, influential Black neighborhood, the Third Ward, near Shaw University—a hub of culture, business, ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Pope House Museum, 511 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601
  • Cost: $10 per adult and $5 per child (ages 5-17)
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Downtown Raleigh Kids Bricks & Minifigs Treasure Hunt - Scavenger Hunt

Use your treasure map to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes on this unique 60-minute walking scavenger hunt for ...

EverythingELSE Consignment Sale

Our EverythingELSE Sale features ladies' and men's adult & junior clothing, adult shoes, adult clothing accessories, purses, children's toys, baby ...

  • 2:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: South Hills Mall & Plaza, 1213 Buck Jones Rd. Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free - $100
  • Website: www.kidseverywear.com
  • Category: Other

Healthy Kids Running Series - Apex

The Healthy Kids Runing Series (HKRS) is a community-based non-profit that provides an inclusive five-week running series for ages 2-18, ...

Kids Yoga: Grown Up and Me

Kids Yoga: Grown Up and Me Yoga (3 - 10 yrs. with an adult) Build connection and play together. Each class we'll ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Wild At Art, 231 Bickett Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27608
  • Cost: Per Session: $20 per first child and one parent. $5 for an additional sibling.
  • Website: wildatartkids.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

What is a Fossil?

What is a fossil? Where do you find fossils? What types of rock hide fossils? Let's search for fossils from ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Forest Ridge Park, 2100 Old NC 98 HWY, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $4 per child
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Classes

*FULL* Finding Your Way: Intro to Compass Navigation

Don't get lost in the woods ever again! Join us as we learn the basics of using a compass for ...

Haunted Halloween Paddling Tour

This October, grab your broom (or kayak) and conjure up some waterborne mischief with fellow witches before gliding into the ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Lake Johnson Park, 4601 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: $25 for Residents / $40 for Non-Residents
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events
20October

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

Hopping along the Greenway with the FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt – Explore the Greenway September 19 through October 26, 2025, and ...

October 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 ...

Chick Fil A Lake Boone's Breakfast Bingo

It’s BINGO time at Chick-fil-A Lake Boone Trail! Join us for two fun-filled events this October: Bingo Night: Monday, October ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • 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

Craft Habit Raleigh's Teacher Workday Camp

For Kindergarten - 6th grade Join us for a single day craft camp and add a creative spin to your school ...

Schools Out Day Camp- Skill & Chill

Ages 5-11 Sessions: Please register for each session individually Monday, October 20, 9AM-4PM Tuesday, November 4, 9AM-4PM Join us for this relaxed, but meaningful, ...

Animal Encounters and Open Play

Bring the family and enjoy the day with the farm animals! We will interact with various animals one at a ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Feathered Farm, 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $11.50 - $13.50. Children under 2 are free.
  • Website: thefeatheredfarm.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, Free

Marbles Sensory Friendly Playtime

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

Teacher Workday at Urban Air Raleigh

School’s out, adventure’s in! Monday, October 20 is a Teacher Workday, and that means Urban Air Raleigh is open with ...

Mad Splatter's Mommy and Me Hocus Pocus Plate

Mommy & Me Class – Create a Keepsake Together! Join us for a fun and creative Mommy & Me class designed ...

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 ...

Children's BINGO

Join the excitement at our drop-in Children’s BINGO in the Park! Little ones, get ready for a thrilling time of ...

21October

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

Hopping along the Greenway with the FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt – Explore the Greenway September 19 through October 26, 2025, and ...

October 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 ...

Wild Wonderers

Wild Wonderers is a nature-based program for preschoolers to spark curiosity about the natural world! A different theme will be ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Environmental Park, 1385 N Smithfield Road, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: $5 per Resident. $10 for Non Residents.
  • Website: knightdale.recdesk.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

North Hills Kids on The Commons

The Fall North Hills Kids Series is a new weekly event hosted in The Commons, offering six Tuesday mornings filled ...

Family Rockstars

Family Rockstars combines fun and learning through music even grown ups will enjoy. Using singing, movement, rhythm instruments, and playful ...

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: thefeatheredfarm.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, Free

Prairie Ridge Ecostation's Nature Play Day

Come out and play! The Nature PlaySpace will be stocked with extra special materials and supplies to encourage play and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Children's Storytime at Barnes and Noble - Crabtree Valley Mall

Join us in B&N Jr for our weekly Tuesday storytime!

Nature Detectives: Fall on the Pairie

Join us for classes designed especially for homeschool and track-out students. These 90-minute classes allow us to delve deeper into ...

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 ...

Teen Fit

The goal of Teen Fit is to be fun, challenging, and calorie-burning. Strengthen your muscles and improve your range of motion, ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Saint Monica Teen Center, 15 North Tarboro, Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Classes, Free

Discover Dance: Thriller Choreography at Downtown Cary Park

Get ready to unleash your inner zombie! Join us for Thriller themed Discover Dance with local Zumba dynamo and choreographer ...

Worthdale Fall Festival

Get ready for Worthdale Community Center’s annual Fall Festival, a free carnival-themed event for the whole community. This family-friendly celebration ...

22October

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

Hopping along the Greenway with the FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt – Explore the Greenway September 19 through October 26, 2025, and ...

October 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 ...

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

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

Piney Town's Baby Boo Bash

Baby Boo Bash: The Ultimate Fall Costume Party! For 2yrs and under Costume Contest – show off your spooky, silly, or ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1520 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $28.96 Each ticket includes entry for 1 child and 2 accompanying adults.
  • Website: pineytown.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Children's Storytime in the Pumpkin Patch at Highland United Methodist Church

Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us in the Pumpkin Patch for storytime fun!

North Raleigh's Thrive Motherhood Playgroup

Come enjoy some open swim time at our meetup at the British Swim School. Space is limited. Must register via ...

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 ...

Phillips Farms' Farm Special Needs Day

Our annual day for children with special needs and their caretakers. Tickets will be available at the ticket booth only.

YMCA's KERRnival

This event has everything—make sure that includes You! Join us starting at 5 p.m. for: Inflatables The Spooky Trail Games Foam Daddy Food Trucks (Fishin' Shrimp, ...

Marbles Sensory Friendly Playtime

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

*SOLD OUT* Quail Ridge Books presents Penn & Kim Holderness

An empowering and joyful picture book that invites young readers to join the ADHD Club Tickets required. Tickets include one copy ...

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