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Raleigh Family Events Calendar

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Family fun events like festivals, carnivals, fairs, family fun days and more.

Events and programs for families with kids with special needs.

Races, walks, 5Ks that kids and families can participate in.

Tours and informational presentations such as talks, seminars, and demonstrations.

Family friendly shows and concerts.

Family friendly events and programs taking place at area libraries.

Auditions and casting calls for productions and performances in need of kids under 18; and tryouts for all kinds of kids teams.

Other family-friendly events like mini-photo sessions consignment sales and other events that don't fit into another category.

Sporting events and home games for local sports teams.

One time classes open to kids and families.

Events and pageants where kids or families compete to win a title or prize.

Holiday events includes events with themes focused on specific holidays like Halloween, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, etc.

Ongoing family programs that occur on an ongoing basis such as every week or every month.

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Scott Northern Wake Tech Campus STEM Day

Wake Tech will celebrate science, technology, engineering and math at the spring STEM Day on the Scott Northern Wake Tech ...

Open House Priorities ABA Cary Learning Center

We invite you to the grand opening of the NEW Cary Learning Center hosted by Priorities ABA - North Carolina's ...

Animal Tracks and Signs

Learn how to identify the tracks and signs of common animals that live in or near the preserve, then go ...

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

Wynns Family Psychology's Annual Kindergarten Fair

Wynns Family Psychology is hosting our 8th Annual free Kindergarten Fair We are excited to invite families with rising kindergartners ...

Apex Night Market

Apex Night Market is kicking off First Friday at Ionna Rechargery. Bring the family, grab dinner at the onsite food ...

  • 5:00 pm
  • Location: Ionna Rechargery, 400 N Salem St., Apex, NC 27502
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Statewide Star Party

Come explore the cosmos with us at Triangle Land Conservancy’s Three Bears Private Preserve in Creedmoor! Travel on a hike ...

Carolina Mudcats Opening Night at Five County Stadium

Opening Night 2025 at Five County Stadium is set for Friday, April 4 vs. Fredericksburg Stay after the game for the ...

Porter Farms and Nursery's Strawberry Field Opening Day

We will open for the season with pre-picked strawberries and ice cream at the farm in Willow Spring

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

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 ...

Book Swap at Mocha Room

Bring your old books and take new ones home! Books of all categories are welcome! For All Ages Unclaimed books will ...

G5K and 1 mile Fun Run hosted by Glenaire Retirement Community

Glenaire Life Plan Community is proud to present the 9th annual Glenaire 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, ...

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

NC Transportation Museum's Sensory Friendly Day

Prior to opening to the general public, the museum will be open for a Sensory-Friendly event. Sensory Friendly Day begins ...

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 ...

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.

Michaels Sunday Makebreak

Sunday MakeBreak: Tie Dye Shirt Join us in-store to create a spring Tie Dye Shirt!! All supplies are included to walk ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: see a Michaels near you
  • Cost: $10 with all supplies included
  • Website: www.michaels.com
  • Category: Classes

Paint Paper Paste Teacher Workday Workshop

Today is a TEACHER WORKDAY for many schools! Not sure what to do with your kiddos? Check out one of ...

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 ...

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 ...

Cirque de Vol's Youth Circus Teacher Workday Camp

Aerial & Circus Fundamentals All Day Camp Camps are led in different age groups. Ages 5-7 yo, 8-12 yo & Teen ...

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 300 W. Hargett St, #40, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $109
  • Website: www.cirquedevol.com
  • Category: Other

Bugs and Butterflies Day Camp

For children ages 5yrs - 11yrs As we make our way into spring we will spend the day creating art ...

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 ...

Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day

Free cone day is being celebrated around the world and we’ll be giving away free ice cream. Every time you ...

  • 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Ben & Jerry's North Hills, 4160 Main Street, Raleigh, NC 27609
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: benjerry.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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 ...

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 ...

Artsy Thursday at Bright Horizons

Smocks on! Let’s get creative! You and your child are invited to a day full of hands-on art activities. Unleash your ...

Disney's Little Mermaid at Cary Arts Center

Run Time: 130 Minutes, 15 Minute Intermission Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With ...

Starbright Youth Theatre presents Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS

The jungle is jumpin' with a jazzy beat in Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS. Specially adapted from the classic Disney ...

  • 6:30 pm
  • Location: Baptist Grove Church, 7109 Leesville Rd., Raleigh, NC 27613
  • Cost: $10.50 per child. $13.65 per adult.
  • Website: starbrightyt.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

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 ...

Flour Power Cary Egg Eggstravaganza

We're getting excited for SPRING and tonight we will be making some yummy egg dishes that you can make for ...

Peak Gymnastic's Mini Mites Open Gym

Mini Mites open gym is for ages 18 months (walking) - 3 years old. Pay at the door. No registration necessary. ...

Disney's Little Mermaid at Cary Arts Center

Run Time: 130 Minutes, 15 Minute Intermission Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With ...

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

Meet The Easter Bunny at The Mocha Room

-Take Pictures With The Easter Bunny for free -Free Magic Show 9:30AM and 10:30AM -Fun Activities -Breakfast Available for Purchase $12 Want To Have ...

JLR Touch-A-Truck

We are pleased to present the 10th Annual JLR Touch-A-Truck event! Join us for a day of fun as children of ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: NC State Highway Patrol Training & Driving Facility, 380 East Tryon Rd., Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: givebutter.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Special Needs

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 ...

Brier Creek Community Center's Holiday Crafts

Holiday Crafts at the Creek- Hopping Into Spring Are you looking for some family holiday fun? Unplug, unwind, and spend quality ...

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

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 ...

Lebanese Festival at the Triangle Lebanese American Center

Triangle Lebanese American Center presents 25th Annual Lebanese Festival! Join us for Lebanese food & desserts of various kinds, Dabke performances ...

  • 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Baytna, 241 Horizon Drive, Raleigh, NC 27615
  • Cost: Free Admission and Parking
  • Website: tlacnc.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Durham Central Park's Food Truck Rodeo

Join us downtown for over 50+ food trucks, cuisine from all over the world, and family fun - making it ...

  • 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Durham Central Park 501 Foster Street Durham, NC 27701
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: eventvesta.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

*CANCELLED* JC Raulston Arboretum's Girl Scout Workshop

Groovy Gardeners for Junior Girl Scouts (4th and 5th graders) Tap into your inner gardener as you explore the gardens at ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Cost: $15 per girl scout, no charge for troop leaders or other accompanying adults.
  • Website: jcra.ncsu.edu
  • Category: Informational & Tours, Classes

Crabtree Valley Mall's Pet Night with Bunny

Reserve Your Spot with the Easter Bunny Spring has arrived. Reserve your spot in our beautifully themed springtime setting. Capture special ...

Hubb's Pre-K Day

Who Should Attend: Pre-K students and their families Preschool groups, daycares, and organized early learning classes Ideal for ages 5 and under About Hubb's ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 10276 N. US Hwy. 421, Clinton, NC 28328
  • Cost: $12.95 per participant (students and parents). Free Admission to Teachers and Bus Drivers with Organized Groups
  • Website: hubbsfarm.mazeplay.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Carolina Mudcats Education Day at Five County Stadium

Carolina Mudcats Education Days are BACK on April 15th and 30th for the 2025 season at Five County Stadium! Education ...

*FULL* Excellent Egg Hunt at Barwell Road Community Center

Ages: 0 - 12 Yes, how about this… Join us for the Excellent Egg Hunt Event at Barwell Road Community Center. ...

Marla Dorrel Park's Easter Eggstravaganza

Individuals with disabilities, intellectual and/or physical, are invited to an egg hunt at Kids Together Playground at Marla Dorrel Park. ...

Chick-Fil-A White Oak Cops on Top

We want to see you at Cops on Top Cops on Top is this Thursday and Friday! Join us at ...

Weekday Farm Visit at Hubb's Farm

Spring into Fun at Our Farm!! Join us for a day filled with laughter, sunshine, and outdoor adventures at our ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 10276 N. US Hwy. 421, Clinton, NC 28328
  • Cost: $16.95 per person (ages 2 and older) online or $20 at the gate. Under 2yrs free.
  • Website: hubbsfarm.mazeplay.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Nature Play Day

Join us to make time for playing in nature. Children of all ages, as well as the young at heart, ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve; 5229 Awls Haven Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: ncraleighweb.myvscloud.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Easter Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburger

Join us for our In-Store Egg Hunt Extravaganza from April 17 to 20, plus Lunch with the Easter Bunny on ...

Chick-Fil-A White Oak Cops on Top

We want to see you at Cops on Top Cops on Top is this Thursday and Friday! Join us at ...

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

Champion Education Day Camp

Our day camp program at Champion Education offers kids a full day of immersive learning and fun. Participants will explore ...

  • 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 106 Pheasant Wood Ct., Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: $71 per Non Champion After School Student
  • Website: www.champion-education.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Cirque de Vol's Youth Circus Teacher Workday Camp

Aerial & Circus Fundamentals All Day Camp Camps are led in different age groups. Ages 5-7 yo, 8-12 yo & Teen ...

  • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 300 W. Hargett St, #40, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: $109
  • Website: www.cirquedevol.com
  • Category: Other

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

Midtown Farmer's Market - Earth Day

In honor of Earth Day and this year’s theme “Our Power, Our Planet” we’ve teamed up with 2 local organizations ...

North Raleigh United Methodist Church's Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt with Crafts and Breakfast Bring the whole family for a morning of fun at our Easter Egg Hunt, ...

Fuquay Varina Growers Market - Earth Day

Join us for Earth Day at the Fuquay-Varina Growers Market! Meet adorable baby goats, explore bee education with the NCSU ...

Bells Baptist Church's Easter Egg Hunt

Bells Baptist Church is inviting the community to join us for our egg hunt. Please go to our website to register. ...

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

Stars and Strikes' Easter Eggstravaganza

Hop into the Easter fun at Stars and Strikes! Join us on Sunday, April 20th, from open to close, for ...

Easter Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburger

Join us for our In-Store Egg Hunt Extravaganza from April 17 to 20, plus Lunch with the Easter Bunny on ...

Easter with Egg Hunting at Lake Crabtree

We are two Filipino-American churches joining to celebrate Resurrection Sunday with an Easter Sunday church service followed immediately by lunch, ...

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.

North Hills Hello Yellow Earth Day Upcycle Camp

for 5yrs - 11yrs Celebrate Earth Day with creativity and sustainability at Earth Day Upcycle Camp! Kids will turn everyday ...

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 ...

Zebulon Parks and Recreation Celebrates the Earth

Join us to celebrate Earth Day by creating a beautiful air-dry clay seed mosaic! This program is for individuals of ...

Battle of the Badges Tournament at Ting Park

Join us for the 2025 Battle of the Badges Tournament as local fire, police and EMS departments face off in ...

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

Tractors and Trains at the NC Transportation Museum

Join us to see modern tractors, antique farm equipment, farm life demonstrations, and much more! With kid’s activities, music, and ...

Annual Birdhouse Competition and Showcase at Raulston Blooms

It's that time of year again! The Birdhouse Competition returns to the JC Raulston Arboretum. What is a better way ...

Peak Gymnastic's Mini Mites Open Gym

Mini Mites open gym is for ages 18 months (walking) - 3 years old. Pay at the door. No registration necessary. ...

Think Apex Day

Think Apex Day was created as a day dedicated to giving back to the Apex community by volunteering in ways ...

Morrisville's Earth Day Celebration at Western Wake Farmers Market

The Morrisville Environment & Stormwater Committee (MESC) is joining the Western Wake Farmers Market to celebrate Earth Day! The theme ...

Midtown Farmer's Market

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

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

Battle of the Badges Tournament at Ting Park

Join us for the 2025 Battle of the Badges Tournament as local fire, police and EMS departments face off in ...

Battle of the Badges Tournament at Ting Park

Join us for the 2025 Battle of the Badges Tournament as local fire, police and EMS departments face off in ...

Target's Car Seat Trade-In Starts Today

It's time to trade-in, starting April 27. Get 20% off with a Target Circle Bonus on a new baby gear ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: see your nearest Target
  • Cost: Free to Trade
  • Website: www.target.com
  • Category: Other

Curious Minds Science Adventure at Umstead State Park

This is a month-long event! Stop by any time during April to participate. Escape the hustle and bustle of urban ...

Biltmore Hills Park Earth Day Community Clean Up

H Realty is excited to invite you to celebrate Earth Day with us at a community cleanup event in Raleigh! At ...

Free Stuff Market Raleigh

Absolutely no cash, bartering, or swaps. This market is about community and sharing what we no longer need! How does it ...

Free Stuff Market Raleigh

Absolutely no cash, bartering, or swaps. This market is about community and sharing what we no longer need! How does it ...

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