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16January

Cary's Annual Dr. Martin L King's Dreamfest

Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. January 16th-19th at Dreamfest 2026 in Cary, NC! The theme is ...

January 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 ...

Make and Take Craft at Project Enlightenment

Looking for a quick winter craftivity to do with your littles? Drop into the Parent Teacher Resource Center any time Monday-Friday, ...

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 ...

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

Paint Paper Play

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

There's a Yeti in the Garden

Come ready to search the gardens to find their hiding spots. Each Yeti will have its own hiding spot, so ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Falls River Flour Power 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! ...

Mad Splatter's Winter Wonderland Night

Step into a magical, cozy creative night perfect for all ages! Join us for Winter Wonderland Night, where you can ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2016 Creekside Landing Dr., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: from $10 plus cost of art pieces/canvas
  • Website: apex.madsplatter.com
  • Category: Other

Urban Air Raleigh's Glow Night

Lights off, Glow Sticks on, party mode activagted! Glow Night is every Friday at Urban Air Raleigh, from 6:00 to ...

Apex Black Author Exhibit and Creative Contest Presentation

Authors Showcase featuring 10+ Black authors (scroll down to read Author biographies. Click each image to see their works.) Live Painting ...

Hockey is for Everyone Night

Come root for the Carolina Hurricanes as they take on the Florida Panthers.

17January

January 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 ...

MLK Unity March and Breakfast Reception

8:00 am: Gather for March at Apex First Baptist Church (419 S. Salem Street) 9:00 am: March begins at Apex First ...

Sensory Friendly Event - Urban Air Raleigh

At Urban Air Raleigh, every child deserves a space to play. Join us for Sensory Friendly Play — a quieter, low-stimulation ...

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 ...

Wake Forest Farmers Market

Join us at the Wake Forest Farmers Market on Saturdays. Year round. Rain or shine.

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 ...

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 ...

MyLowe’s Rewards™ Kids Club Workshops

Your next family adventure starts here! We're here to help you and your mini-builder learn, play and grow together with hands-on ...

There's a Yeti in the Garden

Come ready to search the gardens to find their hiding spots. Each Yeti will have its own hiding spot, so ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

United Skates Kidz Bop

Kidz Bop and Disney Super Clean music Free Skatemate with Paid Admission Regular Skate Rental $6 Rollerblade Rental $7

  • 10:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 2901 Trawick Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Admission $14 when purchased online in advanced, $15 at the door
  • Website: www.unitedskates.com
  • Category: Sporting Events

Winter Market at Midtown Farmers Market

Join us each Saturday in the Commons, November – April, from 10am to noon, for the Winter Market. This mini ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Commons, 4191 Main at North Hills St., Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: midtownfarmers.com
  • Category: Other

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Magic Tree House Space Mission

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

Ready, Set, School Community Playdates at Richard B. Harrison Community Library

Join Marbles Kids Museum at the library for family play to help kids ages 3-5 get ready for school.

Get Wild: Birding Bonanza at Williamson Nature Preserve

Join TLC for a family friend birding bonanza! Winter is a great time to do some bird-watching in North Carolina, as ...

Ready, Set, School Community Playdates at Duraleigh Road Community Library

Join Marbles Kids Museum at the library for family play to help kids ages 3-5 get ready for school.

Finn & Goldie Wedding at The Mason Jar Lager Co

Cows Get Hitched! Join us for when they say their "I Moos!" That's right, we're hosting Finn and Goldie's wedding, and ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: 341 E Broad St., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
  • Cost: Free Admission. See Menu.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other
18January

Cinemark Bistro Raleigh celebrates National Popcorn Day

Bring Your Own Bucket Ready to celebrate National Popcorn Day? We got you. BYOBucket into theatres 1/18 and 1/19 and we’ll ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4840 Grove Barton Rd., Raleigh, NC 27613
  • Cost: $5 per popcorn bucket
  • Website: www.cinemark.com
  • Category: Other

January 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 ...

There's a Yeti in the Garden

Come ready to search the gardens to find their hiding spots. Each Yeti will have its own hiding spot, so ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Character Skate at United Skates

Visit from characters per week! 2025 December 21: Sponge Bob December 28: Minion 2026 January 4: Trolls January 11: Stitch January 18: Sonic January 25: Sponge ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 2901 Trawick Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Admission $13 online or $15. Non Skating Adult Admission $4. at the door
  • Website: www.unitedskates.com
  • Category: Other

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. ...

Gabby's Dollhouse Live at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Terrapin Station Entertainment and TEG Life Like Touring, in association with Universal Destinations and Experiences, present Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented ...

19January

Cinemark Bistro Raleigh celebrates National Popcorn Day

Bring Your Own Bucket Ready to celebrate National Popcorn Day? We got you. BYOBucket into theatres 1/18 and 1/19 and we’ll ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 4840 Grove Barton Rd., Raleigh, NC 27613
  • Cost: $5 per popcorn bucket
  • Website: www.cinemark.com
  • Category: Other

January 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 ...

Make and Take Craft at Project Enlightenment

Looking for a quick winter craftivity to do with your littles? Drop into the Parent Teacher Resource Center any time Monday-Friday, ...

The Organized Mind Track Out Camp

School is closed for MLK Day. We’re open. Our camp offers a full day of engaging, hands-on activities in a structured, ...

*FULL* Sonshine Gymnastics Day Camp

Join us for high-energy, fitness-based fun that blends the fundamentals of gymnastics with traditional camp activities! *Team-Building Activities and Games * ...

Baseball Rebellion Camps

Get ready to hit it out of the park this Season! Kids ages 6-14 join us for an action-packed INDOOR ...

Holly Spring's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

In remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr., we come together as a community through acts of service. Join us for ...

NC Zoo's Seasonal Day Camp

Wonders of Water For Grades K-2nd It’s a winter wonderland with water, water everywhere! Is every snowflake unique? Can some animals ...

Sutton Basketball Academy's MLK Day Skills Clinic

Come join us for our MLK Day Basketball Skills Clinic at Sutton Basketball Academy. This clinic is open to boys and ...

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 ...

Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial March

Inviting all civic organizations, community leaders, and families to join us for the Annual Memorial Tribute March as we celebrate ...

Dr. MLK Jr School is Out Skate at United Skates

Celebrate the long weekend with Dr. MLK Jr. School Is Out Skate at United Skates Raleigh! Early Bird Skate — 10:00am–12:00pm ...

Fenton's Cheapskate Mondays at Skate the Square

Slide into savings every Monday with Cheapskate Monday! Enjoy all the fun of skating for just $15—a cool deal compared to ...

  • 10:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: $15
  • Website: fentonnc.com
  • Category: Other

MLK Day at Stars and Strikes

Door Buster Special (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) Buy a Game Card, Get a Game Card Free Purchases must be made in ...

MLK Donation Drive

Cleaning out, organizing, or refreshing your home in the new year? Join us for our 4th Annual MLK Day Donation Drive, ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Green Chair Project Headquarter, 1853 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604
  • Cost: Donations Accepted
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

There's a Yeti in the Garden

Come ready to search the gardens to find their hiding spots. Each Yeti will have its own hiding spot, so ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Galaxy Fun Park MLK Special Deal

Unlimited Attractions and Jump Zone! Go Karts Laser Tag Trampolines Ropes Course Drop Tower Mini Golf Soft Play Bumper Cars Socks, Video Games and Food are not included.

Little Doodles Play Cafe - Raleigh Story Time and Craft

Join us for Story Time and a Craft Let your child’s imagination soar as they explore the Open Play space at ...

Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy at Chavis Park

This special event will honor Dr. King’s legacy through meaningful service opportunities, engaging children’s activities, and community-centered experiences. Join us as ...

Little Fentonians – Mobile Museum

Join us for a free event at Fenton from 12-2pm to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Check out NCCM’s ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Fenton Main Street, Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: fentonnc.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Carolina Hurricanes' Kids Day

Come root for the Carolina Hurricanes as they take on the Buffalo Sabres.

Pints at the Playground at The Glass Jug

Days off school can be crazy, so grab the family and a pint to go and head to Mt. Merrill ...

  • 2:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 545 Foster Street Suite 10, Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: Free Admission. See Menu for purchase.
  • Website: eventvesta.com
  • Category: Other

Winter Waddle Workshop at White Street Markets

Make It Mondays at WISP on White Back by request — my original winter penguin duo, now updated for 2026 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: WISP (White Street Market & Candle Bar), 412 S. White St, Downtown Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • Cost: $45 per pair (2 seats). $20 per additional person.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes
20January

January 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 ...

Make and Take Craft at Project Enlightenment

Looking for a quick winter craftivity to do with your littles? Drop into the Parent Teacher Resource Center any time Monday-Friday, ...

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

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 ...

Raleigh Oak Charter's School Tour

Interested in a tour of Raleigh Oak Charter School? Tours are scheduled every Tuesday and Thursday through March 12, 2026. ...

Downtown Cary Park's Toddler Tuesday: A Morning with Bluey

Join us for a special Bluey-themed Toddler Tuesday! Little ones will enjoy story time, stretching, and dancing to favorite Bluey ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: DCP Academy Pavilion, 327 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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

There's a Yeti in the Garden

Come ready to search the gardens to find their hiding spots. Each Yeti will have its own hiding spot, so ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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

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

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 ...

21January

January 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 ...

Make and Take Craft at Project Enlightenment

Looking for a quick winter craftivity to do with your littles? Drop into the Parent Teacher Resource Center any time Monday-Friday, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Wednesday Morning Movies at Halle Cultural Arts Center

Grab the kids, snacks, blankets and visit us for your free, favorite movies on the big screen! Doors open at ...

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 ...

There's a Yeti in the Garden

Come ready to search the gardens to find their hiding spots. Each Yeti will have its own hiding spot, so ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Artful Story Time at NC Museum of Art

Story time with an artful twist! Come look, listen, and move as we make connections with original works of art ...

Winter Tree ID at Eno River State Park

Did you know you can identify trees just by looking at their bark? Yes, you (and I mean you) can! ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Fews Ford Access, Loop Parking Lot (End of the Road), 6101 Cole Mill Rd., Durham, NC, 27705
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: events.dncr.nc.gov
  • Category: Informational & Tours, Free
22January

January 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 ...

Make and Take Craft at Project Enlightenment

Looking for a quick winter craftivity to do with your littles? Drop into the Parent Teacher Resource Center any time Monday-Friday, ...

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 ...

Raleigh Oak Charter's School Tour

Interested in a tour of Raleigh Oak Charter School? Tours are scheduled every Tuesday and Thursday through March 12, 2026. ...

Jordan Lake State Recreation presents Bald Eagles

Join a Park Ranger to discuss Bald Eagles and the upcoming Bald Eagle Festival. This program will cover basic Bald ...

Mad Splatter's Home School Happy Hour

Join us every Thursday from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm for Home School Happy Hour! Buy One Studio Fee, Get ...

Moore Square's Imagination Playground

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

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

There's a Yeti in the Garden

Come ready to search the gardens to find their hiding spots. Each Yeti will have its own hiding spot, so ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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. ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Wake Forest MLK Celebration

Several local churches and community organizations are coming together to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, ...

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