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*POSTPONED* NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Astronomy Days

Rescheduled for February 7&8, 2026. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++= Saturday, January 24 & Sunday, January 25, 2026 10am–5pm both days Get ready for lift off ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: 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: 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: Free

Artspace Open Studio

Let your imagination soar in Artspace's Open Studio and enjoy a self-guided art making activity for ages 5 and up. ...

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

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 ...

  • 9:15 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Check out your local library for specific times and dates
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: 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: 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: Free

White Deer Park celebrates Groundhog Day

Hear the groundhog’s official prediction for an early spring or six more weeks of winter. See live animals, visit educational ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:15 pm 
  • Location: 2400 Aversboro Road, Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.garnernc.gov
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 9:15 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Check out your local library for specific times and dates
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

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: Cookie Decorating

Get ready for some sweet Valentine’s fun in this hands-on cookie decorating class for toddlers and their caretakers! It’s a ...

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

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: DCP Nest Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 9:15 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Check out your local library for specific times and dates
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: 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: 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: Free

Project Enlightenment's Demonstration Preschool Admissions Tour

Are you interested in learning more about The Demonstration Preschool (DPS) classroom at Project Enlightenment? We would love for you ...

  • 8:45 am - 10:15 am 
  • Location: Project Enlightenement's Parent Teacher Resource Center, 501 S. Boylan Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 9:15 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Check out your local library for specific times and dates
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

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. ...

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2400 Aversboro Rd, Garner, NC 27529
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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: 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 ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 1671 Gold Star Dr Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

Harris Lake County Park Kids Discover Nature

Beaver at Long Pond You won't believe how busy beavers can be...even in the middle of the winter! Join us to ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Cypress Shelter, 2112 County Park Dr., New Hill, NC 27562
  • Cost: Free with Pre-registration
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: DCP Nest Pavilion, 319 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: 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 ...

  • 9:15 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Check out your local library for specific times and dates
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

Beech Bluff Explorers

Birds in the Garden This month is the Great Backyard Bird Count! This is a great way to become a ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Harvest Hub, 3321 NC Highway 42, Willow Spring, NC 27592
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: 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: 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: Free

Artspace's First Friday

Swing by Artspace each month to view new exhibitions, enjoy a hands-on art activity, and shop with our 30+ studio ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 E. Davie Street, Raleigh NC 27601
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: artspacenc.org
  • Category: Free

Crowder By Night: Outstanding Opossums

Learn about the only marsupial in North Carolina! Discover what a day in the life of our nocturnal friends looks ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Cardinal Shelter, 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, NC 27539
  • Cost: Free with Pre-Registration
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: Free

Teen Day at NC Museum of Art

Teen Day: We LOVE the NCMA Celebrate the season of love at the Museum! Create something, immerse yourself in the galleries, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free Admission. Pay What you Wish.
  • Website: visit.ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Triangle Academy of Dance's Free to Be Me

Please join our Dance class especially tailored to empower young children with developmental special needs to enjoy the magic of ...

Birding with Vernon at Lake Crabtree County Park

Join our bird enthusiast, Vernon, for an easy walk while looking and listening for our feathered friends. Discover different types ...

  • 8:30 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Waterwise Garden, 1400 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free with pre-registration
  • Website: anc.apm.activecommunities.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs, NC 27540
  • Cost: Free Entry
  • Website: www.hollyspringsnc.gov
  • Category: Free

Home Depot's In-Store Kids Workshops

Join us for a free Kids Workshop every first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.–12 noon. Due to the popularity ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: see your nearest Home Depot
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.homedepot.com
  • Category: Free

JC Raulston Arboretum's Garden Story Walk

This story will be out in the gardens from Saturday, February 7 until Sunday, February 15 during garden open hours. Not ...

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

  • 9:15 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Check out your local library for specific times and dates
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

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 ...

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: Free

NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Astronomy Days

Rescheduled for February 7&8, 2026. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++= Saturday, January 24 & Sunday, January 25, 2026 10am–5pm both days Get ready for lift off ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: naturalsciences.org
  • Category: Free

Open Swim Series at Goldfish Swim School – Morrisville

Join us for fintastic family fun at Goldfish Swim School Morrisville-where fun and swimming skills come together! We’re making a splash ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Goldfish Swim School - Morrisville at WCC, 125 Nova Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: 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: Free

Family Friendly Tour at the NC Museum of Art

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

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Cost: Free with Registration. Pay What You Wish.
  • Website: ncartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Ready, Set, School Community Playdates at Southgate Community Library

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

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 1601-14 Cross Link Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.wake.gov
  • Category: Free

Garden Discovery Hours: Perfect Pairs

During this month's Garden Discovery Hours, we'll explore how plants and their pollinators rely on one another. From flowers with ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Free

Gold Medal Games

Cheer on the athletes and experience the excitement of the Winter Games with friends and neighbors! Enjoy live Olympic coverage ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Cary Park, 327 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: downtowncarypark.com
  • Category: Free

Historic Yates Mill Life on the Land

A Guided Hike with a Park Historian Join park staff for a walk around the pond and a discussion about local ...

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

Join us for our weekly Saturday Story Time. Each week we will feature a different book for your child to ...

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