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August 31 - September 6

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

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents The Wheels on the Bus

Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! All aboard, trainees! Bert the Bus Driver is ready ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: Adult: $10. Children (12yrs and under): $5 plus tax and fees. Infant under 1 are free.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

African American Cultural Festival Downtown Raleigh

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

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 ...

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

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents The Wheels on the Bus

Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! All aboard, trainees! Bert the Bus Driver is ready ...

  • 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: Adult: $10. Children (12yrs and under): $5 plus tax and fees. Infant under 1 are free.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

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.

Skate with Sonic at United Skates of America

Skate With Sonic Sunday 1pm-3:30pm Admission $13 Online or $14 at the door Regular Skate Rental $6 Rollerblade Rental $7 Skatemate Rental $6 Non-Skating Adult Admission ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 2901 Trawick Rd., Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: from $13 Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Disney Descendants/Zombies: World's Collide Tour

The concert is a musical celebration of hit songs from the four Descendants and four Zombies films including “Rotten to ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: from $60 per ticket plus parking from $30
  • Website: www.lenovocenter.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

HBCU STEM Education Run

We're bringing the HBCU STEM 5K to Raleigh! Run/walk with us as we support HBCU students in Science, Technology, Engineering, ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: House of Many Porches at Dix Park, 701 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: $28.52 - $39.19
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

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 ...

Autumn Fun on the Farm

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

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

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 ...

Labor Day Day at United Skates of America

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Labor Day Kidz Bop Super Clean Disney and Kidz Bop Music Free Skate Mate with paid admission Admission ...

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 -  4:00 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

Galaxy Fun Park's Labor Day Special

Play All Day, One Low Price Unlimited Play Trampolines Soft Play Ropes Course Go Karts Laser Tag Bumper Cars Putt Putt Drop Tower

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 14460 Falls of Neuse Rd., Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: $30 per person plus tax
  • Website: galaxyfunpark.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

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

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 ...

DPAC presents Beauty and the Beast

Be Our Guest at Disney’s 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance ...

Moore Square Midweek Market

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

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 ...

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents The Wheels on the Bus

Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! All aboard, trainees! Bert the Bus Driver is ready ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: Adult: $10. Children (12yrs and under): $5 plus tax and fees. Infant under 1 are free.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Lake Crabtree's Storytime for Tots

Possum's Harvest Moon As an iconic nocturnal creature, possums awaken as night begins. In this month's whimsical story, young Possum is ...

Ms. Heather's Story Time at Learning Express Falls Pointe

Join us for Story Time with Ms. Heather! Enjoy stories, music, and fun activities the whole family will love. Open ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 9660 Falls of Neuse Road #130 Raleigh, NC 27615
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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

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 ...

Fall Open House - Homeschool Edition with Piedmont Wildlife Center

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

DPAC presents Beauty and the Beast

Be Our Guest at Disney’s 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance ...

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 ...

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents The Wheels on the Bus

Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! All aboard, trainees! Bert the Bus Driver is ready ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: Adult: $10. Children (12yrs and under): $5 plus tax and fees. Infant under 1 are free.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Kids Discover Nature in Harris Lake County Park

As part of our Longleaf Celebration this month, we will focus on the beauty of trees and what we can ...

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 ...

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 ...

Follow Me to Fuquay-Varina Concert Series

Follow Me to Fuquay-Varina (FM2FV) is a free, family-friendly concert series, fun for all ages! Taste a local brew, feast at ...

DPAC presents Beauty and the Beast

Be Our Guest at Disney’s 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance ...

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 ...

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents The Wheels on the Bus

Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! All aboard, trainees! Bert the Bus Driver is ready ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: Adult: $10. Children (12yrs and under): $5 plus tax and fees. Infant under 1 are free.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Farm Fridays at Feathered Farm

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

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

Homeschool History Day

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

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

Grandparents Day Party

Young children and their grandparents are invited to this fun family event!

  • 10:15 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Ct., Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Library Programs, Free

Books & Bubbles with a Special Guest Author

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

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

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 ...

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

Back to School Bash with Bunny Hive

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

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

Fall Fridays Bundle at Urban Air Raleigh

Fly into fun this September at Urban Air Raleigh! Every Friday, enjoy our Fall Fridays special and get: 25% off on ...

First Friday Market and Movie Night

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

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 ...

Downtown Cary Park's Movie Night

Come early to enjoy pre-screening activities for all ages, making it a perfect night out for everyone. Prescreening activities are ...

Floor is Lava at Rock Solid Warrior Apex

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

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2131 E Williams St., Ste 106, Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: $12
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Lake Crabtree's Lawn Games and Leisure Sports Summer Series

Lawn games and leisure sports are a wonderful way to appreciate the longer days and warm weather. They are approachable ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Beech Shelter, 1400 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free with Pre-Registration
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Sporting Events, Free

We Rock the Spectrum's Parent's Night Out

Need a night to relax, recharge, or reconnect? Let us take care of the kiddos while you enjoy a well-deserved ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2104 Village Market Place, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: $40 Per Child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Special Needs

Morrisville's Music in the Park

Every summer, you can start your weekend on Friday night by attending the Music in the Park concert series. Each ...

DPAC presents Beauty and the Beast

Be Our Guest at Disney’s 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance ...

Rolesville's Movies at the Middle

Movies at the Middle is back again! Mark your calendars and pack your blankets to come on out and watch ...

Campout at Haven Farm

After a fun-filled evening at Front Porch Friday, extend the night by camping out under the stars at Haven! Bring ...

North Hills 5K

The morning begins with the 100-yard Dash for Kids beginning at 8:45 am. An inflatable obstacle course and a climbing ...

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 ...

Midtown Farmer's Market

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

N.C. Gourd Arts and Crafts Festival

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

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

Cary Farmers Market

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

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

Come out to the gardens for a Garden Story Walk. Enjoy a walk through the beautiful gardens and read a ...

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents The Wheels on the Bus

Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! All aboard, trainees! Bert the Bus Driver is ready ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: Adult: $10. Children (12yrs and under): $5 plus tax and fees. Infant under 1 are free.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Bunny Hive's Daddy and Me Art

Join us for a special morning designed just for dads and their little ones! Class offerings rotate —so there’s always ...

Monster Truck Wars at NC State Fairgrounds

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

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Rand Grandstand, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: from $15-$40 per ticket. $125 Advance VIP family 4pack.
  • Website: www.monstertrucks.fun
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Art Buzz Kids

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

Grand Opening of Mathnasium of Knightdale

Ribbon Cutting with Mayor Jessica Day at 12:00 PM We would love to have you, kids, parents, staff, join us for ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 1030 N Rogers Ln., Ste 137, Raleigh 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

NC Child and Raleigh Parks Field Day

Field Day is a free family event that will include a children's DJ, bounce houses, concessions, and more! At NC ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Laurel Hills Park/Sassafras All Children’s Playground, 3808 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh, NC 27612
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ncchild.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 ...

Splash Pad Bash at Knightdale Station Park

Come cool off at the Splash Pad for our Beach Bash themed event! There will be a variety of fun ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 700 North First Avenue, Knightdale, NC 27545
  • Cost: Free Admission for residents and non-residents
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

Kids EveryWEAR Consignment Sale

Our Kids EveryWEAR Sale features kids' clothing and children's shoes and accessories, toys, infant equipment, indoor and outdoor play equipment, ...

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

*SOLD OUT* Raleigh Little Theatre presents The Wheels on the Bus

Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! All aboard, trainees! Bert the Bus Driver is ready ...

  • 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: General Admission: Adult: $10. Children (12yrs and under): $5 plus tax and fees. Infant under 1 are free.
  • Website: raleighlittletheatre.org
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

DPAC presents Beauty and the Beast

Be Our Guest at Disney’s 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance ...

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

Art of Stem Parent's Night Out

Ages 4-11. Pajamas are welcome! Parents, drop off your children and enjoy a night out! We'll have an art activity, games, ...

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

Evening Sunsets at Feathered Farm

Explore the grounds while you watch the sunset and see who all lives there at your own pace, or follow ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3620 Rosinburg Rd., Zebulon, NC 27597
  • Cost: $14 for ages 2yrs-64yrs. Free for under age 2yrs.
  • Website: thefeatheredfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Cirque de Vol's Parents Night Out

​Every First Saturday! Let us entertain your kids while you do something for you! Kids will get a chance to play for ...

DPAC presents Beauty and the Beast

Be Our Guest at Disney’s 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance ...

NC Courage Barbie Game Night

Utah Royals at NC Courage “Because Barbie can be anything, women can be anything!” More than whimsey, Barbie Night is ...

August 31 - September 6
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