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10August

August 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 ...

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

Enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with the park by ...

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, August 2 until Sunday, August 10 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

Traffic Garden at Gipson Play Plaza

Get ready to roll! This summer, Dix Park is teaming up with Oaks and Spokes to bring a temporary Traffic ...

  • 9:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Other, Free

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

Historic Yates Mill Park's Open House

Discover Historic Yates Mill during this free, drop-in program. The doors to the mill will be open, and historic interpreters ...

Raleigh Comic Book Show

The next Raleigh Comic Book Show is coming up this Sunday, May 4th! We have a great line-up of dealers ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Hilton Garden Inn Crabtree Valley, 3912 Arrow Dr., Raleigh, NC 27612
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Repticon at the NC State Fairgrounds

This show features everything that you’ve come to love most about Repticon’s two days of fun and excitement! See live ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Exposition Center, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: From $15 (Adult), $7 (Ages 5-12), ages 4 and under are free.
  • Website: repticon.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe's Kids Fest

Our fan-favorite Kids Fest returns weekends in August with all-new FUN! We're alternating themed weekends with the return of Pirates ...

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 ...

Farmers Market at Oak City Brewing Company

Fresh vibes, local finds! Join us for our next Farmers Market. Sip, shop, and support local farms and businesses—because fresh ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 616 N 1st Ave, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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

Build a Lego at The LEGO® Store

Build a LEGO® Boombox and take it home with you! LEGO Boombox make and take event is intended for participants aged ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Lego Store at Crabtree Valley Mall, 4325 Glenwood Ave., Ste 1078, Raleigh, NC 27612
  • Cost: Free while supplies last
  • Website: www.lego.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Second Sundays at Cobblestone Village

Second Sundays Market at Cobblestone Village – Rolesville Looking for a fun way to spend your Sunday afternoon with the family? ...

Tatu Ya Labubu at Triangle Town Center

Presented by FatMunchiez x Tatu Therapy, Labubu lovers to have a flash tattoo on them! Labubu's will also be available ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Center Court, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, NC, 27616
  • Cost: $40 per participant
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

The Cary Theater's Summer Family Series

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

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile at the NC Transportation Museum

Get your picture with the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile as it visits the N.C. Transportation Museum! The famous Wienermobile will be ...

  • 12:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1 Samuel Spencer Dr., Spencer, NC 28159
  • Cost: $10.70 for 13yrs+. $8.56 for children ages 3yrs - 12yrs.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carolina Mudcats Family Sundays at Five County Stadium

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

DPAC presents The Wiz

THE WIZ returns "home" to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years. Baltimore ...

BoutiqueBASH High-End Consignment

Our Boutique Bash is an all-season sale featuring boutique, sustainable, & high-end designer brands of children's clothing, shoes, accessories, toys, ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: South Hills Mall & Plaza, 1213 Buck Jones Rd., Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free - $100
  • Website: www.kidseverywear.com
  • Category: Other

Wild at Art Kids Yoga: Grown Up & Me Yoga

Build connection and play together. Each class we'll have a fun theme to explore during this 1-hour yoga class. The ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 231 Bickett Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27608
  • Cost: $20 includes 1 child and an adult. $5 for an additional sibling.
  • Website: wildatartkids.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

3×3 Basketball Tournament at PRO 3:5 Sports Academy

*Team Registration are now full. Get ready for the next PRO 3:5 Sports 3×3 Basketball Tournament Each team will play a ...

Summer Concert Series at Fred Fletcher Park

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

11August

August 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 ...

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

Enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with the park by ...

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

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

Autumn Fun at the Feathered Farm

Open Play at The Feathered Farm! Come enjoy a day of hands-on fun, fresh air, and furry friends! Feed the ...

  • 9:30 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $14 ages 2-64. Under 2 free. Seniors $12.
  • Website: www.tickettailor.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Explore-A-Story at Bass Lake Park

Does your child have questions about the world around them? Children can come explore, learn, and discover at Bass Lake ...

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

Lake Crabtree's Nature Crafts

Visit the manager's office for a free craft! This month, practice your folding skills and have a hopping good time ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

Crowder Park's Tiny Tots

"The Eensy-Weensy Spider" We hope your tiny tots can join us for a fun story time with a craft activity after! ...

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 ...

Bumble Brews Raleigh Stuffy Summer Camp

Bring your favorite stuffy for a day of summer camp fun! They'll get dropped off in our cafe as you ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1028 Oberlin Rd Ste 242, Raleigh, NC 27605
  • Cost: $25 per child
  • Website: www.bumblebrews.fun
  • Category: Other
12August

August 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 ...

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

Enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with the park by ...

Traffic Garden at Gipson Play Plaza

Get ready to roll! This summer, Dix Park is teaming up with Oaks and Spokes to bring a temporary Traffic ...

  • 9:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Other, Free

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

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

*CANCELLED* 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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $15.50 for One Child and One Adult. $10.50 per additional person age 1yrs+.
  • Website: www.tickettailor.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cuentacuentos at Oak View

"Buenas noches, construcción..." ¡Esperamos que sus pequeños puedan unirse a nosotros para disfrutar de un divertido cuento seguido de una actividad ...

Lake Crabtree's Nature Crafts

Visit the manager's office for a free craft! This month, practice your folding skills and have a hopping good time ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

Marbles Baby Time Meet-Up

Sing, move and play with your little one while you enjoy conversations and make connections with other grown-ups. Baby Time ...

Moore Square's Imagination Playground

Let your imagination guide you as you use our big blue blocks to create your own playground!

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Moore Square, 200 South Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

NC Transportation Museum's Train Show

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

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center presents Earth, Moon and Sun

Best for: Children ages 7-13 and their families. Explore the relationship between Earth, Moon and Sun This planetarium show explores the relationship ...

Meet the Little Mermaid at The Bunny Hive

Make a splash at our magical Meet & Greet with The Little Mermaid! Kids can enjoy bubbles, music, and ocean-themed ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 711 W Lane Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: $20 Member. $40 Non-Member.
  • Website: api.hellowalla.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Chuck E. Cheese Homeschool Play Days

On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, join Chuck E. Cheese for Homeschool Play Days! From 11am – 4pm, score ...

Outdoor Paint and Play

Let's unleash our inner artists and have a blast painting and playing together at Paint and Play! Let your kids unleash ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Big Field of Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: $15 plus tax and fees
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Classes

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Window on Animal Health

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

Learning with Lego at Leesville Community Library

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

Evening Garden Stroll "Trial Bed Tasting"

August's Evening Garden Stroll highlights the Color Trials and features a tasting of the various edible plants grown in the ...

Chick-fil-A Peakway Kids Night

Come Join us for Kids Night! Happening every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month! ~Creative crafts, fun for Kids! ~A chance to ...

Chick-fil-A Garner Town Square's Summer Bingo

Grab your best friends and play bingo with us this summer! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of games, great food, and some ...

13August

August StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks

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

Moore Square Midweek Market

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

Cinnaholic Raleigh Oberlin's 3year Anniverasary

Cheers to 3 Years in Raleigh-Oberlin! You are invited to celebrate with us. We're celebrating with a special deal – ...

  • 8:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 1028 Oberlin Rd. Suite 236, Raleigh, NC 27605
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

Enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with the park by ...

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

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

Game On! at Moore Square

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

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

Hill Ridge Farms' Welcome Wednesdays

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

Lake Crabtree's Nature Crafts

Visit the manager's office for a free craft! This month, practice your folding skills and have a hopping good time ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Other, 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

Little Stream Explorers at Prairie Ridge Ecostation

Have you ever wondered about the stream running along the bottom of Prairie Ridge? Join us as we explore and ...

Open Play with Lightbridge Academy at Bumble Brews Play Cafe Cary

Join us at Bumble Brews Cary for a free Open Play on Wednesday, August 13th from 10am - 12pm, courtesy ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Bumble Brews, 2464 SW Cary Parkway, Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: Free with RSVP
  • Website: www.bumblebrews.fun
  • Category: Family Fun

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

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

Smith's Nursery Storytime

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

Museum of Life and Science's Summer Storytimes

Join Museum educators and, for the summer, some very special guest readers from some of our fantastic community partners for ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: HIdeaway Woods, 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham, NC 27704
  • Cost: Included with admission of $24 per adult or $19 per child ages 3-15. Children ages 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.lifeandscience.org
  • Category: Library Programs

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

Sunshine Sensory Social Group with ABS Kids

Join us for a free social skills group at our ABA Therapy Center in Raleigh, NC. Every Wednesday, July 23 - ...

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 ...

Piney Town Playhouse hosts Babies and Cold Brew Support Group

This is a free event for parents and their young babies (under 12mo). The group will be lead by Courtney ...

Wake Forest Ninja Academy's Open Gym

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

The Scoop at Willow Oak Farms Scoops for a Cause

We’re teaming up with our sweet friends at The Learning Experience – Fuquay-Varina for a magical evening of ice cream ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1530 Lafayette Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: see menu
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other
14August

August 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 ...

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

Enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with the park by ...

Traffic Garden at Gipson Play Plaza

Get ready to roll! This summer, Dix Park is teaming up with Oaks and Spokes to bring a temporary Traffic ...

  • 9:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Other, Free

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

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

Discovery Day at White Deer Park

White Deer Park’s signature program features hands-on learning through experiments, crafts and other activities. Each month offers a different theme ...

Lake Crabtree's Nature Crafts

Visit the manager's office for a free craft! This month, practice your folding skills and have a hopping good time ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

Marbles Playdates

Join Marbles Kids Museum for play-based STEAM programming that sparks curiosity, creativity, and connection. Let your child take the lead ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Knightdale Community Pool Clubhouse, 202 Milburnie Rd, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: $5 per Resident. $10 for Non Residents.
  • Website: knightdale.recdesk.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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

Wake County Public Library Pop-up at Dix Park

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

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center presents Earth, Moon and Sun

Best for: Children ages 7-13 and their families. Explore the relationship between Earth, Moon and Sun This planetarium show explores the relationship ...

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 ...

Marbles Outdoor Adventures

Play your way through a summer of outdoor adventures at Marbles! Join us for outdoor exploration and play every Saturday ...

Sensory Storytime at Cary Regional Library

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

Marbles' Big Art Bash

Imagine, create and express yourself at Marbles Big Art Bash! Collaborate with local artists and on one-of-a-kind creations and explore ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Marbles Tickets (before 3PM): $9.50 for 1yr old+. Free for children under 1yr.
  • Website: www.marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

Poiema Artistry presents Disney's Newsies

It's time to carry the banner on your stage with Disney's Newsies! Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies ...

15August

August 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 ...

Jumperoo at Urban Air Raleigh

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

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

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

Enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with the park by ...

Back to School Giveaway with The Salvation Army of Wake County

Reminder--we're giving away 600 FREE backpacks filled with school supplies to help students in need start the year strong. First-come, ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Salvation Army Community Center, 902 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Drop-in Science: Pond Dipping in Yates Millpond

We have all kinds of small critters that live in our pond. Join this drop-in program and grab a net ...

Learn Origami at The Mocha Room

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

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

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

Autumn Fun: Meet the Goats

Open Play at The Feathered Farm! Come enjoy a day of hands-on fun, fresh air, and furry friends! Feed the ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Feathered Farm, 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $14 ages 2-64. Under 2 free. Seniors $12.
  • Website: www.tickettailor.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Game On! at Moore Square

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

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

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

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

Homeschool Bowling with Raleigh Homeschool Kids Group

Join us for an hour of homeschool bowling! Let's head to Buffaloe Lanes, where kids can bowl for an hour ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Buffaloe Lanes, address will be shared upon registration.
  • Website: link.heylo.co
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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

Children's Lighthouse Summer Carnival and Splash Day

Join us as we kickoff our upcoming school year festivities and celebrate the end-of-summer with bounce houses (Wet & Dry), ...

Wake Forest Ninja Academy's Open Gym

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

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

Rotten Character Hour at SodaBox Cary

Don’t miss this dynamic duo at SodaBox! Depending on numbers, we will both be face painting and it’s all free! ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 9960 Chapel Hill Rd, Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: see menu
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Movie Night: The Mummy

Embrace your inner archeologist at our installment of Museum Movie Night: The Mummy. In addition to science activities and stations ...

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 ...

Pump it Up Parent's Night Out

Drop your kids off (ages 4-10) at Pump It Up from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM for an evening of ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 10700 World Trade Blvd., Ste 112, Raleigh, NC 27617
  • Cost: $30 per child
  • Website: www.pumpitupparty.com
  • Category: Other

*FULL* Journey into the Past: History Hike on the American Tobacco Trail

Join us for a leisurely 1.5-mile round trip stroll along the American Tobacco Trail as we delve deeper into local ...

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 ...

Groovin' in Garner presents The Band of Oz

Come on Garner, Let's GROOVE tonight!! Downtown Garner proudly presents the Downtown Concert Series!! We are revamping a favorite among locals ...

Durham Bulls Fireworks Night

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

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

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

North Carolina FC Soccer Game

Watch the Professional Sports Team, North Carolina FC take on the Detroit City FC at the First Horizon Stadium

Garner Performing Arts Center presents Suessical, Jr.

Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage ...

16August

August 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 ...

Cary Farmers Market

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

Holly Springs Farmers Market

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

Midtown Farmer's Market - Honey Bee Day

Celebrate Honey Bee Day! We’re beyond excited to have you join us for one of the “sweetest” Saturday mornings. Join The ...

Sensory Friendly Play

An event specifically designed for children with Autism and special needs to enjoy time at the park without loud music, ...

Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park

Enjoy Oak View's Poets' Walk happening throughout the park. The Poets' Walk is another way to engage with the park by ...

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 ...

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 - Kids' Bike Safety

Kids' Bike Safety & Helmet Giveaway Join us at the Fuquay-Varina Growers Market on August 16th, 2025 for our Kids' Bike ...

  • 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

Traffic Garden at Gipson Play Plaza

Get ready to roll! This summer, Dix Park is teaming up with Oaks and Spokes to bring a temporary Traffic ...

  • 9:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: dorotheadixpark.org
  • Category: Other, Free

Wake County Library Storytime and Programs

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

Animal Encounters at The Feathered Farm

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

  • 10:00 am -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $13.50 per person age 2-64, Military Discount at the door for Military.
  • Website: www.TheFeatheredFarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Arts and Education Festival at Knightdale Station Park

We have prepared a day filled with art, music, food, and, most of all, FUN! We hope you will come ...

Back to School Book Bag Giveaway

Join Sherrill’s University, Carolina Cares and other amazing organizations as we help our students start the school year strong! Free ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 3601 Bastion Lane, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Budding Explorers: Butterfly Detectives

Calling all explorers! Join us for an exciting, hands-on program where we will dive into the world of entomology to ...

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

Community Day and School Supplies Giveaway with Sound Mind Ministry

Sound Mind Ministry-SMM us gearing up for our Annual Book Bag and School supplies giveaway. All children welcome. School Supplies Bounce House Outdoor GAmes Face ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Garner's Lions Club, 305 W. Main St., Garner, NC, 27529
  • Cost: Free with Registration. Donations Accepted.
  • Website: www.soundmindministry.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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

Historic Yates Mill Park's Open House

Discover Historic Yates Mill during this free, drop-in program. The doors to the mill will be open, and historic interpreters ...

Lowes Workshops

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

Mud Day at Walnut Creek Wetland Center

Join us in 2025 for our 7th Annual Mud Day Festival as we celebrate our wetlands and all things muddy ...

Operation BigBookBag Backpack Giveaway at Safechild

Operation BigBookBag is back! The Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and the Beta Lambda Sigma Charitable ...

Paragon Theater's Sensory Friendly Film: The Bad Guys 2

Sensory Friendly Film: The Bad Guys 2 (PG) All children should be able to experience movies on the big screen. Paragon Theaters' ...

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 ...

Shotwell Environmental Park "Summer Splash Bash"

Meridian Waste - Shotwell Environmental Park invites you to celebrate summer with food and family-friendly activities for all ages. This free ...

Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe's Kids Fest

Our fan-favorite Kids Fest returns weekends in August with all-new FUN! We're alternating themed weekends with the return of Pirates ...

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

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

*SOLD OUT* NC Museum of Art's Family Friendly Tours

Find new favorites alongside old friends on these playful tours. Tours are 30 minutes long and are best for kids ...

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 ...

Back to School Giveaway

Kick off the new school year with some fun in the park! We’ll have backpacks and school supplies, one per child, ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Sanderford Road Park, 2623 Sanderford Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

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 ...

Wake Forest Ninja Academy's Open Gym

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

Bluey is Coming Back to Learning Express East Cary

Come say hi to everyone’s favorite blue pup at our Cary location only! Enjoy free meet & greets, photo ops, and ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Crescent Commons, 2020 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27518
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

*SOLD OUT* Guided Trolley Tour of Dorothea Dix

This free 2-hour, 2.5 mile trolley tour will cover the history of the buildings, land and legacy of Dorothea Dix; ...

Crowder Park's Sensory Days

Navigating Nature Together For 5yrs+ Join us at Crowder County Park for Sensory Days: Navigating Nature Together, a slow-paced, sensory-friendly walk designed ...

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

Marbles Guest Start Artist: 1, 2, 3 Puppetry

Build and perform your very own rod and stick puppet creations with Sol Ramirez of 1,2,3 Puppetry! Using recycled materials, ...

Marbles Outdoor Adventures

Play your way through a summer of outdoor adventures at Marbles! Join us for outdoor exploration and play every Saturday ...

Poiema Artistry presents Disney's Newsies

It's time to carry the banner on your stage with Disney's Newsies! Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies ...

Garner Performing Arts Center presents Suessical, Jr.

Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage ...

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

Glide to Ride with Girls in Gear

During our two-hour Glide To Ride clinics, riders build the skills they need to confidently ride a two-wheeler - all ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: East Cary Magnet Middle School, 1111 SE Maynard Rd, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: $75
  • Website: www.pinwheel.us
  • Category: Classes

Back to School Jamboree at the Park

Join us for an evening filled with bounce houses, entertainment, crafts and more. Free lunch boxes and water bottles available ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: raleighnc.gov
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Parent's Night Out at Rock Solid Warrior Fuquay Varina

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

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6109 NC-55, Suite 125, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: $35 for first child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Parents' Night Out at Kidstrong Cary

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

Durham Bulls Fireworks Night

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

Durham Bulls Saturday Night Fireworks

Durham Bulls v Nashville Sounds Stick around for Saturday Night Fireworks following our Saturday night home games starting on May ...

Big Air's Cosmic Nights

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

Rhythm and Reels at the Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre

Join us on select Saturday evenings at the Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre for a night of music and movies under ...

NC Courage SpongeBob SquarePants Back to School Night

Portland Thorns at NC Courage Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Spongebob Squarepants! The lovable yellow square welcomes ...

Garner Performing Arts Center presents Suessical, Jr.

Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage ...

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