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FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

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

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, October 4 until Sunday, October 12 during garden open hours. Not ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

Storytime with Stella

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

  • 1:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Esteamed Coffee, 114 S. Academy Street, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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. ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Highland United Methodist Church's Fall Festival

Join us for a time of food and fun with the whole community around Highland UMC. The Fall Festival is back! ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: highlandumc.org
  • Category: Free

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

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

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, October 4 until Sunday, October 12 during garden open hours. Not ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Cary Park Great Lawn Pavilion, 327 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Free

Wake Forest's National Night Out

The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) is encouraging area residents, businesses, neighborhood groups, and homeowners’ associations to show their support ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wakeforestnc.gov
  • Category: Free

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

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

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, October 4 until Sunday, October 12 during garden open hours. Not ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

Prairie Ridge Ecostation Fall BioBlitz

Join us at Prairie Ridge for our 4th annual Fall BioBlitz! From Tuesday, October 7 through Saturday, October 11, we welcome ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: ncmns.net
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: The Commons, 4191 Main at North Hills St., Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.visitnorthhills.com
  • Category: Free

Toddler Tuesday at Downtown Cary Park

Puppy's Best Friend with Applause! Cary Youth Theatre Join us for a special Barktoberfest Toddler Tuesday led by drama instructor ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: DCP Academy Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Apex Night Out featuring Touch-a-Truck

This event combines everything you love about our annual National Night Out event and Touch-a-Truck! Join the Apex Police Department ...

  • 4:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Free

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

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

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, October 4 until Sunday, October 12 during garden open hours. Not ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

Prairie Ridge Ecostation Fall BioBlitz

Join us at Prairie Ridge for our 4th annual Fall BioBlitz! From Tuesday, October 7 through Saturday, October 11, we welcome ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: ncmns.net
  • Category: Free

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!

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: highlandumc.org
  • Category: Free

Spiders at Lake Crabtree County Park

Homeschool/Track-Out: Spiders! Spiders play a vital role in keeping ecosystems healthy, and North Carolina is home to an incredible diversity of ...

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

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

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, October 4 until Sunday, October 12 during garden open hours. Not ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

Prairie Ridge Ecostation Fall BioBlitz

Join us at Prairie Ridge for our 4th annual Fall BioBlitz! From Tuesday, October 7 through Saturday, October 11, we welcome ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: ncmns.net
  • Category: Free

Thrive Motherhood Downtown Raleigh Playgroup at Gipson Play Plaza

Let's stroll and splash at Gipson Play Plaza. We'll take a walk through the flower fields and let the kids ...

Downtown Cary Park's Art Cart

Let your creativity bloom with our Art Cart in the Park! Explore a world of artistic possibilities with our free ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: DCP Nest Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Explore S'more at Apex Nature Park

Enjoy an evening of exploring nature and connecting with your Apex neighbors! This is a free annual community event for ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Amphitheater, 2600 Evans Rd., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.apexnc.org
  • Category: Free

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

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

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, October 4 until Sunday, October 12 during garden open hours. Not ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

Prairie Ridge Ecostation Fall BioBlitz

Join us at Prairie Ridge for our 4th annual Fall BioBlitz! From Tuesday, October 7 through Saturday, October 11, we welcome ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: ncmns.net
  • Category: Free

Let's Explore Birds at Prairie Ridge Ecostation

In the fall, some birds are gearing up for migration – and this makes it a great time to spot ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Melissa and Doug Blockables Party at Learning Express Falls Pointe

Build, connect and celebrate, a hands-on block building bash for curious little makers.

  • 11:00 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 9660 Falls of Neuse Road #130, Raleigh, NC 27615
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall into History at Moore Square

The City of Raleigh Museum, with support from Moore Square and The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, are ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Garner Recreation Center's Friday Family Flicks: Lilo and Stitch

Join Garner Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources for a free outdoor movie on the big screen. Free activities will be ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: GRC's Center Lawn, 207 W Main St., Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

FRoG Fall Scavenger Hunt

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

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: Free

Cary Farmers Market

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Find a ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.caryfarmersmarket.com
  • Category: Free

Hum Sub Diwali at Koka Booth Amphiteatre

Hum Sub Diwali - Festival of Lights Come join us for celebrating one of the biggest festival of India, Diwali - ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: General Admission Free
  • Website: humsub.org
  • Category: Free

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, October 4 until Sunday, October 12 during garden open hours. Not ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

Prairie Ridge Ecostation Fall BioBlitz

Join us at Prairie Ridge for our 4th annual Fall BioBlitz! From Tuesday, October 7 through Saturday, October 11, we welcome ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: ncmns.net
  • Category: Free

Zebulon United Methodist Church's Annual Fall Festival

Marketplace Live Auctions starts at 1PM Bake Sale Crafts Kid Zone + Bounce House Live Music Cake Walk $12 BBQ plates (dine-in or takeout!) Plus Ribbon Cutting & ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 121 W Gannon Ave, Zebulon, NC 27597-2623
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Beech Bluff Explorers

Not So Scary Spiders Do you think spiders are scary? Do you love them? Either way, join us and learn about ...

Community Celebration of the Arts at Wake Forest Renaissance Centre

Free and open to everyone, this family-friendly event will feature a main stage performance at noon by Luke Vandergriff. Luke is ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 405 S. Brooks St., Wake Forest, NC, 27587
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.wakeforestnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Fall Festival at Cranfield Academy of Morrisville

Fall Festival & Open House Alert! Join us at Cranfield Academy Morrisville! Crafts, games and seasonal fun for all ages Meet ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 6010 McCrimmon Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free Admission with Registration
  • Website: cranfieldacademy.com
  • Category: Free

From Landfill to Green Hills County Park

How does a landfill become a park? Take a walking tour up the Big Hill to discover how Green Hills ...

Kids' Outdoor Clothing and Gear Swap

Join us for our Kids’ Outdoor Clothing & Gear Swap! New and lightly used children’s outdoor clothes, shoes, inclement-weather gear, ...

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

Scavenger Hunt Rides with Oaks & Spokes

21 miles - Anderson Point Park to Chavis Park and back. As part of the Fall Scavenger Hunt, we’re teaming up ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 am 
  • Location: Anderson Point Park, 20 Anderson Point Dr., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Cary Alliance Church Fall Festival

Find your best flannel, grab your family and tell your friends to join you at the annual Fall Festival at ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4108 Ten Ten Rd., Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.caryalliance.org
  • Category: Free

Food Shuttle Fest

Inter-Faith Food Shuttle is pleased to announce the return of Food Shuttle Fest. This annual community gathering is at no ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Park at 5200 Dillard Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

October's Family Fun Day - Games

October's Family Fun Day is all about vintage games! Come play board games and learn about history with your elementary ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.cityofraleighmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Inter-Tribal Pow Wow

Celebration of Native American legacy & culture Experience a day of competition dancing, music, and vendors showcasing the incredible legacy and ...

  • 11:30 am -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Harvey Hill of Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dixpark.org
  • Category: Free

Apex Oktoberfest

Featuring Little German Band, this annual event features food trucks, local breweries, music performances, and a kids zone. This event ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: apexlegionpost.com
  • Category: Free

NC Museum of Art's Stream Celebration

In honor of the Museum Park’s ongoing stream restoration project, join us and our local community partners to celebrate clean ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Museum Park, Ellipse of NCMA, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

PoeFest Community Festival

Everyone is invited! There will be fun activities and information for kids and families. Come to the Poe Center’s free community ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 224 Sunnybrook Rd., Raleigh NC, 27610
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.poehealth.org
  • Category: Free

Friendship Chapel Baptist Church's Fall Festival

Come join us for a day of fun at our Annual Fall Festival! Enjoy exciting games, music, inflatable bounce houses, ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 237 Friendship Chapel Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Barnes and Noble Celebrates the Release of "Warriors Graphic Novel"

Calling all Warriors lovers!! Join us as we celebrate the release of the new Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin ...

*CANCELLED* Masquerade Market at Waverly Place

Step into an evening of mystery, magic, and autumn enchantment at the Masquerade Market. Celebrate the season with live music, ...

  • 4:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 500 New Waverly Pl, Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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