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16November

February 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 ...

March 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 ...

Museum of Life and Science's Durham Community Days

On Durham Community days, Durham County residents get in free with current proof of residence. All adults must have Durham ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 433 W. Murray Ave, Durham, NC 27704
  • Cost: Free for Durham Residents. $24 per non-resident adult or $19 per non-resident child ages 3-15. Children ages 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.lifeandscience.org
  • Category: Other

Renaissance Faire at Spring Haven Farm

Step into a world of knights, magic, and merriment at Spring Haven Farm’s Renaissance Faire! Costumes are encouraged, goats are ...

Teddy Bear Hospital

Bring your stuffed friend and learn about healthcare from the medical professionals visiting the Museum of Life and Science! Duke ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Museum of Life and Science, 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham, NC 27704
  • Cost: General Museum Admission of $19 per child ages 5yrs - 15yrs and $24 for 16yrs+. Children ages 2yrs and under are free.
  • Website: www.lifeandscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show at NC State Fairgrounds

Vendors from across the US bring jewelry of all types, metaphysical rocks and minerals, custom-faceted gemstones, museum quality minerals and ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Kerr Scott Building, 4285 Trinity Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: $8 per adult. 16 and under are free.
  • Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com
  • Category: Other

Vintage Market Days® NC Triangle presents Candy Cane Lane

Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage and vintage-inspired indoor market featuring orginal art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Jim Graham Building, NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607
  • Cost: $5-$24. Admission for children under 12 is free.
  • Website: www.vintagemarketdays.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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

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

Gluten Free Pop Up Market

Welcome to GFAF! We are a gluten-free Pop-Up Market in the heart of Raleigh every third Sunday of the month! Join ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Earp's Seafood Market, 1414 South Saunders St., Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Pecan Picking at Historic Oak View County Park

November is Pecan Pickin' Month! From November 1st through the 30th, Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm and Sun 1-5pm, you can stop by ...

*SOLD OUT* 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. ...

Charming Tea Times

Banks Bed and Breakfast announces Charming Tea Times, a new event experience for children and their parent. Charming Tea Time ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Banks Bed and Breakfast, 101 East Garner Rd. Garner NC 27529.
  • Cost: Per Event: from $77 for one adult and one child. $45 per additional child.
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Other

Falls River Flour Power Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving: Gobble Gobble Til We Wobble What's your family thankful for? We’re thankful for YOU this Thanksgiving! Today, we’ll make turkey ...

Evening Historic Farm Trails Hike with the Goats

Join us on this unique evening adventure at the Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary in partnership with the Terrible Creek Society ...

*CANCELLED* Frost and Fall Harvest Party at Piney Town Playhouse

Our favorite ice couple is coming to Piney Town Playhouse to celebrate the season with you! Children ages 1–7 are ...

Holly Springs Flour Power's Thanksgiving Treats

3yrs - 8yrs Thanksgiving is coming and we have a special creative dessert: Dirt Cup Teepees and a scrumptious Tartlets for ...

Opening weekend of NC Chinese Lantern Festival at Koka Booth Amphitheatre

Experience the Magic of the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival Join us in Cary, North Carolina, for the North Carolina Chinese ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 8003 Regency Parkway Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: from $17 for 3yrs+. Children 2yrs and under are free. General Parking Free. Preferred Parking $15 per car.
  • Website: www.boothamphitheatre.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
17November

February 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 ...

March 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 ...

Pecan Picking at Historic Oak View County Park

November is Pecan Pickin' Month! From November 1st through the 30th, Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm and Sun 1-5pm, you can stop by ...

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 ...

18November

February 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 ...

March 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 ...

Pecan Picking at Historic Oak View County Park

November is Pecan Pickin' Month! From November 1st through the 30th, Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm and Sun 1-5pm, you can stop by ...

NC Zoo's Quiet Day

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

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC, 27205
  • Cost: 13yrs+ $14-$20 each. Children 3yrs-12yrs $10-$16. Children under 3yrs are free.
  • Website: www.nczoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Special Needs

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

Little Wild Ones

Bring your little ones out for a “wild” time at White Deer Park Nature Center. In this preschool nature program, ...

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

Quadra Soccer Toddler Tuesdays

Winter is coming and we have awesome news to all local moms and dads Starting October 28th we will be hosting ...

Wild Wonderers

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

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 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

Eager Explorers at Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve

Join us as we explore nature in the preserve! There will be stories, crafts, and nature walks on various themes. ...

Flour Power North Hills' Gobble Gobble Til We Wobble

Homeschool Event for Ages 5yrs - 12yrs Thanksgiving is coming and it's time to prepare for the big day and ...

Rock Solid Warrior Apex' Homeschool Classes

Apex Rock Solid Warrior Homeschool Happenings! Ready to advance those ninja skills? Join our daytime/homeschool classes starting Tuesday, November 4th, ...

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 ...

Christmas Tales with Santa at Bass Pro Shops

Christmas Tales is at 5 PM! Join Santa in his Wonderland as he reads a story for the kids! Locations: ...

Cary's Flour Power Friendsgiving Flavors

For 5yrs - 8yrs Culinary Creators will build layers of flavor in a velvety Butternut Squash Soup and craft homemade croutons ...

Mad Splatter's Holiday Lantern

Light up your autumn nights with a lantern you design yourself! In this special class, you’ll choose from our fall-inspired ...

Cary's Flour Power Grateful Spoon

For 9yrs - 18yrs Culinary Creators will explore elegant Thanksgiving flavors by preparing a silky roasted garlic sweet potato bisque paired ...

19November

February 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 ...

March 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 ...

Pecan Picking at Historic Oak View County Park

November is Pecan Pickin' Month! From November 1st through the 30th, Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm and Sun 1-5pm, you can stop by ...

Piney Town's Tots Playgroup

Welcome to the Piney Town Playhouse Toddler Playgroup, an exclusive play session specifically for our youngest explorers aged 1 to ...

Marbles is Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Celebrate Native American Heritage all month long at Marbles! Play your way and learn about the rich cultures and history ...

Digging Into the Past at Forest Ridge Park

How big were the dinosaurs that roamed the earth? How do we know what we know about dinosaurs? Through activities ...

Rock Solid Warrior Apex' Homeschool Open Gym

Don’t miss our Daytime Open Gym! Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12PM–1PM Perfect for homeschoolers looking to stay active, build strength, ...

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 ...

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

Opening Night for Greensboro Science Center's Winter Wonderlights

The lights are back and brighter than ever! The Greensboro Science Center transforms into a holiday wonderland with over a million ...

William Peace University Annual Tree Lighting

The holidays start with Peace. Join us for our annual Tree Lighting of Peace's Iconic 32-foot Christmas Tree — hosted by ...

DPAC presents A Magical Cirque Christmas

In A Magical Cirque Christmas, the cast of world-class acrobats, contortionists and aerialists will push the boundaries of imagination where ...

20November

February 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 ...

March 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 ...

Pecan Picking at Historic Oak View County Park

November is Pecan Pickin' Month! From November 1st through the 30th, Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm and Sun 1-5pm, you can stop by ...

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 Stories

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

Rock Solid Warrior Apex' Homeschool Open Gym

Don’t miss our Daytime Open Gym! Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12PM–1PM Perfect for homeschoolers looking to stay active, build strength, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Bricks and Minifigs North Raleigh Race Night

Come show off your creativity, compete with friends on our custom derby-style track and see if your car can take ...

Village District's Holiday Open House

Join us in our Christmas Village for a very merry Holiday Open House! Professional photos with Santa, a hot cocoa ...

Flour Power North Hills' Spice and Everything Nice

For Ages: Lil' Chef | 5yrs - 8yrs Get ready to spice things up! Culinary Creators will dive into the exciting ...

Flour Power North Hills' Thanksgiving Treats

Preschool Chef (pre-Kindergarten) | 3yrs - 4.5yrs Thanksgiving is coming and we have a special creative dessert: Dirt Cup Teepees and ...

FestiBull of Lights' Opening Weekend

FestiBull of Lights transforms the Durham Bulls Athletic Park into a dazzling winter wonderland! Stroll through thousands of twinkling lights ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: $12 per person General Admission. Tickets required for all guests 3yrs and up.
  • Website: cbc-events.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Mad Splatter's Wicked Night

Follow the yellow brick road to an unforgettable night! Paint Wicked-themed pottery and canvas designs inspired by Glinda and Elphaba ...

Marbles is Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Garden Gourmet: Honor North Carolina’s first people with a recipe inspired by the Three Sisters Garden —the traditional trio of ...

Flour Power North Hills' Thanksgiving Blessings

For Ages: Tween/Teen | 9yrs - 18yrs NEW CLASS! Warning: You may devour an entire bowl of Gruyere Mashed Potatoes on ...

21November

Opening Weekend of Grasshopper Farm's Christmas Wonderland and Christmas Lights Hayride

Christmas Lights Hayride -Fri. and Sat. evenings 6pm–9pm, Nov. 21st through Dec. 20th. Purchase tickets on the website. Also on ...

February 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 ...

March 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 ...

Pecan Picking at Historic Oak View County Park

November is Pecan Pickin' Month! From November 1st through the 30th, Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm and Sun 1-5pm, you can stop by ...

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

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Marbles is Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Celebrate Native American Heritage all month long at Marbles! Play your way and learn about the rich cultures and history ...

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 ...

State Farmers Market's Sweet Potato Day

Join us on for Sweet Potato Day! Free Samples, Recipes, Health Information and More!

Rock Solid Warrior Apex' Homeschool Open Gym

Don’t miss our Daytime Open Gym! Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12PM–1PM Perfect for homeschoolers looking to stay active, build strength, ...

Marbles Science Solvers

Play around with science! Get curious and explore the why behind the world around us with hands-on activities and experiments.

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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

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

NC Transportation Museum's Polar Express Train Ride

The Magic Returns! “Well, are you coming?” Inspired by the hit movie, this holiday favorite comes to life as you and ...

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

Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting

The holidays start in the heart of Downtown Durham! Join us for the Holiday Tree Lighting, featuring Rissi Palmer, The Lover ...

Waverly Place Tree Lighting

The Waverly Place Tree Lighting celebration will begin at 5PM.

Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting and Holiday Market

Gather ’round for the 17th Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Market: Raleigh’s kick-off to the holiday season! This yearly tradition brings ...

FestiBull of Lights' Opening Weekend

FestiBull of Lights transforms the Durham Bulls Athletic Park into a dazzling winter wonderland! Stroll through thousands of twinkling lights ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: $12 per person General Admission. Tickets required for all guests 3yrs and up.
  • Website: cbc-events.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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

Mad Splatter's Friendsgiving Bouquet & Vase-Painting Class

Gather, Create, and Celebrate! Grab your friends and join us for a cozy, creative Friendsgiving experience where you can paint, play ...

Moonlight in the Garden

This isn't your typical lighting event. Moonlight in the Garden is meticulously designed to showcase our internationally acclaimed garden and ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: $5 for Children 12yrs and under. $20-$30 per 13yrs+.
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, 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 ...

Park West Village's Winter Wonderland

Experience holiday magic at Park West Village’s Winter Wonderland The event features: Train rides around the district Storytime with Santa Food trucks, brewery, ...

Flour Power Cary Kid's Night Out

Can't come to weekly classes? Need some "you" time or a date night? These classes are perfect for your schedule! ...

Flour Power North Hills' Thanksgiving Morning Delights

Kids Night Out for Ages: Lil' Chef / Tween Chef | 5yrs - 12yrs While everyone is waiting for the turkey ...

Holly Springs Flour Power's Thanksgiving - Gobble Gobble Til We Wobble

For 5yrs - 12yrs What's your lil' chef thankful for? Tonight we'll make turkey and cheese crescent roll ups, mac and ...

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

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

Herbert Akins Middle School presents Annie the Musical

Dynamix Performing Arts Academy Presents a Community Theatre production of - Annie the Musical - .With equal measures of spunk, ...

  • 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2275 Herbert Akins Rd., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $24-$28
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

DPAC presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Part of the Forest at Duke - Legends Concert Series Manheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday ...

22November

Opening Weekend of Grasshopper Farm's Christmas Wonderland and Christmas Lights Hayride

Christmas Lights Hayride -Fri. and Sat. evenings 6pm–9pm, Nov. 21st through Dec. 20th. Purchase tickets on the website. Also on ...

Christmas Tree Lot Opens at Phillips Farms

For all of our true Christmas lovers, the Tree Lot will open! Shop for the perfect, live NC Fraser Fir ...

February 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 ...

March 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 ...

Midtown Farmers Market's Holiday Market

Shop local for all of your Thanksgiving prep and holiday gifts!

Turkey Leg 5K at Knightdale Station Park

Knightdale Parks and Recreation Presents the annual Turkey Leg 5K! First 300 race registrants will receive a participation medal and a ...

Pecan Picking at Historic Oak View County Park

November is Pecan Pickin' Month! From November 1st through the 30th, Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm and Sun 1-5pm, you can stop by ...

*FULL* Yuletide Breakfast at Bass Pro Shops

Yuletide Breakfast Reservations Required. Locations: 801 Bass Pro Lane, Cary, NC 27513 201 Cabela Drive, Garner, NC 27529

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 ...

Cary Farmers Market

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

Fall Day Camp at the NC Zoo

This camp is $100 per ticket, which includes one child and one adult. For Grades K-5th and an accompanying adult. ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC, 27205
  • Cost: $100 per child and one adult
  • Website: www.nczoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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 ...

Red Bird's Winter Market

Kick off your holiday at Red Bird, conveniently located where the Raleigh Christmas Parade ends. It’s the perfect opportunity for ...

Saint Andrew UMC's Silver Bells Craft Bazaar

Our annual craft bazaar will include 30 vendors that focus entirely on homemade, handcrafted items only! Shop for Christmas!

Western Wake Farmers Market

Western Wake Farmers Market, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to improve the resiliency of the local food ...

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 -  2:30 pm 
  • 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

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Marbles is Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Celebrate Native American Heritage all month long at Marbles! Play your way and learn about the rich cultures and history ...

Seaboard Station Community Market

Seaboard Station Community Market Days Looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday morning with the family? Join us for ...

Holiday Kickoff Party with Adam Rex at Quail Ridge Books

Join us for our annual kickoff to the holiday season celebration! Bestselling author Adam Rex leads a story time reading ...

Prairie Ridge Ecostation's Nature Creators

Calling all Creators and Builders! Join us in the Nature PlaySpace as we bring out materials to create artwork or ...

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

American Indian Heritage

While the North Carolina Museum of History is closed for renovation, the 2025 festival will take place at the NC ...

Carolina Theatre of Durham presents Sensory Friendly Screening of Aladdin

Aladdin is a lovable street urchin who meets Princess Jasmine, the beautiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting ...

Green Road's Holiday Vendor Fair

Get into the holiday spirit with Green Road's Holiday Vendor Fair! This will be your one-stop shop for unique gifts, festive ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4201 Green Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Holiday Events

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 ...

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 ...

Theatre Raleigh ACT Winter Showcase at Marbles Kids Museum

Theatre Raleigh ACT, Raleigh's nationally awarded youth theatre, will perform selections from their productions of Disney's Frozen, and a new ...

Herbert Akins Middle School presents Annie the Musical

Dynamix Performing Arts Academy Presents a Community Theatre production of - Annie the Musical - .With equal measures of spunk, ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 2275 Herbert Akins Rd., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $24-$28
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Marbles Guest Star Scientist from Triple Paradox

Join our Guest Start Scientist as we learn and operate robots with local student group Triple Paradox! Try out controlling ...

Cary Really Really Free Market

Bring stuff or friends or nothing. You are enough! Join us 4th Saturdays 2-4pm at Cary Walnut Park. Take stuff. ...

Crossroads Plaza Holly Jolly Jamboree

Join us for our Holly Jolly Jamboree. Step into a holiday wonderland filled with festive fun: Festive Snow Fall Children's Train Ride Local ...

Hidwell Family Farm's Decorate Your Own Wreath

Come decorate your own wreath or put together one of our very own DIY Kits this Christmas season. Tickets include a ...

Historic Oak View County Park's Plantation to Park Tour

Join us for an engaging tour around the property as we discuss the history of Oak View from plantation to ...

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

Triangle Youth String Orchestra

Triangle Youth String Orchestra and Triangle Youth String Sinfonia will perform new and favorite classical string orchestra works. Come hear ...

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.

Fenton Lights the Square

Get ready to kick off the holiday season in the most magical way at Light the Square, our beloved annual ...

Marbles Science Solvers

Play around with science! Get curious and explore the why behind the world around us with hands-on activities and experiments.

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Candy Cane Lane in Downton Zebulon

Celebrate the holiday season in Downtown Zebulon. Spend the evening strolling Arendell Avenue visiting downtown businesses, participating in Christmas activities, ...

North Hills Annual Tree Lighting

Join us in celebrating 21 years of North Hills and kick off the holiday season with this beloved tradition! Face Painting Vendor ...

Quadra's Kids Drop-In Soccer

Come play soccer for 2 hours! We form teams once everyone has arrive, you do not need to come with ...

Art of Stem Parent's Night Out

Drop the kids off and enjoy a night out! Ages 4 - 11 Pizza and snack provided. Art activity, games and free play ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2180 N. Salem St. Suite 102, Apex, NC 27523
  • Cost: $40. 50% Sibling Discount Available.
  • Website: www.theartofstem.org
  • Category: Other

Smith's Nursery Moonlit Hayride and S'mores

Come join us on one or all 3 nights for a fun family event during a glorious fall night for ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 443 Sanders Rd., Benson, NC 27504
  • Cost: $15 for age 11 and up, $12 for age 10-2, free for children age 1 and under.
  • Website: smithsnurseryinc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

FestiBull of Lights' Opening Weekend

FestiBull of Lights transforms the Durham Bulls Athletic Park into a dazzling winter wonderland! Stroll through thousands of twinkling lights ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: $12 per person General Admission. Tickets required for all guests 3yrs and up.
  • Website: cbc-events.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Moonlight in the Garden

This isn't your typical lighting event. Moonlight in the Garden is meticulously designed to showcase our internationally acclaimed garden and ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: $5 for Children 12yrs and under. $20-$30 per 13yrs+.
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Park West Village's Winter Wonderland

Experience holiday magic at Park West Village’s Winter Wonderland The event features: Train rides around the district Storytime with Santa Food trucks, brewery, ...

Rock Solid Warrior Apex Parents' Night Out

Drop the kids off for a fun-filled evening of ninja action, games, and dinner—including pizza, fruit, chips, and dessert! We'll ...

Art Lab K-Pop Dance Party and Art Night

For 5-12yrs old Get ready to hit the stage with us at our Kids' K-Pop Dance Party & Art Night! This isn't ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1002 N Main St., Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: $35 for first child
  • Website: www.hisawyer.com
  • Category: Other

Floor is Lava Night at Rock Solid Warrior Fuquay Varina

Back by popular demand! Come be a kid again and play all sorts of variations of “The Floor is Lava”! ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 6109 NC-55, Suite 125, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $12 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

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

Boyce Farm's Movie Night

Join us this Saturday for our movie night! We are kicking off the season with a movie night at the farm! ...

Triangle Youth Music Fall Jazz Lab and Band Fall Performance

The Triangle Youth Jazz Lab and Triangle Youth Jazz Band will perform jazz standards and new tunes in their fall ...

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