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10:00 am Marbles Artrageous
9:00 am Wake Forest Farmers Market
 
 
 
 
 
5:30 pm Bands, Bites, and Boats at Bond Park
9:00 am Apex Farmers Market at The Depot
 
 
 
 
 
6:00 pm Flour Power Cary Kid's Night Out
9:00 am Home Depot's In-Store Kids Workshops
 
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market
 
 
 
 
 
 
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9:00 am Chuck E Cheese's Sensory Sensitive Sundays™
10:30 am Under the Tree Storytime with Quail Ridge Books
9:30 am Spring Season with North Hills Kids on The Commons
9:00 am Toddler Open Play at SGA Gymnastics
1:30 pm Marbles Artrageous
10:00 am Marbles Artrageous
9:00 am Wake Forest Farmers Market
10:30 am Under the Tree Storytime with Quail Ridge Books
 
10:30 am Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers
10:00 am Mad Splatter's Home School Happy Hour
5:00 pm Kids Yoga at Mind & Body Therapeutic Connections
5:30 pm Museum of Life and Science's Kids Night Out
9:00 am Apex Farmers Market at The Depot
 
 
5:30 pm Chick-fil-A Garner Town Square's Kids Night
 
 
5:30 pm Falls River Flour Power Kid's Night Out
9:00 am Paint Paper Play
 
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Marbles Artrageous
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:30 am Under the Tree Storytime with Quail Ridge Books
10:30 am Under the Tree Storytime with Quail Ridge Books
9:30 am Spring Season with North Hills Kids on The Commons
9:00 am Toddler Open Play at SGA Gymnastics
10:30 am Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers
10:00 am *FULL* Paint Paper Play
8:00 am Sensory Friendly Event - Urban Air Raleigh
 
 
 
10:00 am Mad Splatter's Home School Happy Hour
1:30 pm Marbles Artrageous
10:00 am Marbles Artrageous
9:00 am Wake Forest Farmers Market
 
 
 
 
5:00 pm Kids Yoga at Mind & Body Therapeutic Connections
6:00 pm Flour Power Cary Kid's Night Out
9:00 am Paint Paper Play
 
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market
 
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Apex Farmers Market at The Depot
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:30 am Under the Tree Storytime with Quail Ridge Books
10:30 am Under the Tree Storytime with Quail Ridge Books
 
9:00 am Toddler Open Play at SGA Gymnastics
10:30 am Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers
10:00 am Paint Paper Play
9:00 am Wake Forest Farmers Market
 
 
 
10:00 am Mad Splatter's Home School Happy Hour
1:30 pm Marbles Artrageous
10:00 am Marbles Artrageous
9:00 am Apex Farmers Market at The Depot
 
 
 
 
5:00 pm Kids Yoga at Mind & Body Therapeutic Connections
4:00 pm Bring a Friend Friday at Urban Air Raleigh
9:00 am Paint Paper Play
 
 
 
 
 
5:30 pm Museum of Life and Science's Kids Night Out
9:00 am Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market
 
 
 
 
 
5:30 pm Falls River Flour Power Kid's Night Out
10:00 am Marbles Artrageous
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:30 am Under the Tree Storytime with Quail Ridge Books
10:30 am Under the Tree Storytime with Quail Ridge Books
5:00 pm Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburger's Bingo Game Night
9:00 am Toddler Open Play at SGA Gymnastics
1:30 pm Marbles Artrageous
10:00 am Marbles Artrageous
9:00 am Wake Forest Farmers Market
4:00 pm Parent Play Free Sunday at Urban Air Raleigh
 
 
10:00 am Mad Splatter's Home School Happy Hour
5:00 pm Kids Yoga at Mind & Body Therapeutic Connections
10:00 am Paint Paper Play
9:00 am Apex Farmers Market at The Depot
 
 
 
 
 
4:00 pm Bring a Friend Friday at Urban Air Raleigh
9:00 am Paint Paper Play
 
 
 
 
 
 
9:00 am Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Marbles Artrageous
 
 
 
 
 
 
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01May

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Bands, Bites, and Boats at Bond Park

One Friday a month, the Bond Park Boathouse hosts musicians, food trucks, and after-hours boat rentals. Spend your Friday evening ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Location: Bond Park Boathouse, 197 Bond Park Dr., Cary, NC 27513
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.carync.gov
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Flour Power Cary 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! ...

02May

Wake Forest Farmers Market

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs
View All 7 Events For May 02
03May

Chuck E Cheese's Sensory Sensitive Sundays™

Every child deserves a chance to have fun! At Chuck E. Cheese Raleigh, Sensory Sensitive Sundays are special hours designed to ...

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 ...

04May

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 ...

05May

Spring Season with North Hills Kids on The Commons

A free multi season series offering playful learning, movement, and outdoor fun for families. New for 2026, North Hills Kids ...

Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers

Join us as we explore nature in the preserve! There will be stories, crafts, and nature walks on various themes. ...

Chick-fil-A Garner Town Square's Kids Night

Join us for a delicious Chick-fil-A dinner and then enjoy free face-painting and balloon animals with Mimi! Kids receive a ...

06May

Toddler Open Play at SGA Gymnastics

Join us every Wednesday morning for Toddler Open Play from 9:00-9:55! Toddler play is for any child that is 0 ...

  • 9:00 am - 9:55 am
  • Location: 110 Competition Center Dr Suite 100, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: $5 Single Day Pass. $20 Monthly Pass.
  • Website: www.sgagymnastics.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

07May

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Kids Yoga at Mind & Body Therapeutic Connections

Empower your kids to build healthy minds and bodies through movement. Learn traditional yoga poses through story, song, and imaginative ...

08May

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Museum of Life and Science's Kids Night Out

Let your kids play at the Museum after hours Drop your little ones off for a kids-only evening of hands-on fun. ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham, NC 27704
  • Cost: $45 per child for Museum Members. $50 per child for General Public.
  • Website: www.lifeandscience.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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! ...

09May

Wake Forest Farmers Market

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

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 ...

Paint Paper Play

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

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 ...

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs
View All 7 Events For May 09
10May

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 ...

11May

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 ...

12May

Spring Season with North Hills Kids on The Commons

A free multi season series offering playful learning, movement, and outdoor fun for families. New for 2026, North Hills Kids ...

13May

Toddler Open Play at SGA Gymnastics

Join us every Wednesday morning for Toddler Open Play from 9:00-9:55! Toddler play is for any child that is 0 ...

  • 9:00 am - 9:55 am
  • Location: 110 Competition Center Dr Suite 100, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: $5 Single Day Pass. $20 Monthly Pass.
  • Website: www.sgagymnastics.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

14May

Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers

Join us as we explore nature in the preserve! There will be stories, crafts, and nature walks on various themes. ...

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Kids Yoga at Mind & Body Therapeutic Connections

Empower your kids to build healthy minds and bodies through movement. Learn traditional yoga poses through story, song, and imaginative ...

15May

*FULL* Paint Paper Play

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

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Flour Power Cary 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! ...

16May

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 ...

Wake Forest Farmers Market

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

Paint Paper Play

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

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 ...

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 ...

View All 9 Events For May 16
17May

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 ...

18May

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 ...

20May

Toddler Open Play at SGA Gymnastics

Join us every Wednesday morning for Toddler Open Play from 9:00-9:55! Toddler play is for any child that is 0 ...

  • 9:00 am - 9:55 am
  • Location: 110 Competition Center Dr Suite 100, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: $5 Single Day Pass. $20 Monthly Pass.
  • Website: www.sgagymnastics.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

21May

Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers

Join us as we explore nature in the preserve! There will be stories, crafts, and nature walks on various themes. ...

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Kids Yoga at Mind & Body Therapeutic Connections

Empower your kids to build healthy minds and bodies through movement. Learn traditional yoga poses through story, song, and imaginative ...

22May

Paint Paper Play

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

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Bring a Friend Friday at Urban Air Raleigh

Fridays are better with friends! Buy 1 Platinum Pass, get 1 50% OFF at Urban Air Raleigh. Your next adventure just ...

  • 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 7810 Poyner Pond Circle, Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: Park Tickets starting from $21.99
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Museum of Life and Science's Kids Night Out

Let your kids play at the Museum after hours Drop your little ones off for a kids-only evening of hands-on fun. ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham, NC 27704
  • Cost: $45 per child for Museum Members. $50 per child for General Public.
  • Website: www.lifeandscience.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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! ...

23May

Wake Forest Farmers Market

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

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 ...

Paint Paper Play

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

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 ...

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs
View All 8 Events For May 23
24May

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 ...

Parent Play Free Sunday at Urban Air Raleigh

Parents jump free on Sundays. Buy 1 Platinum Pass and one parent plays free at Urban Air Raleigh. Dive into the ...

  • 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 7810 Poyner Pond Circle, Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: Park Tickets starting from $21.99
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs
25May

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 ...

26May

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburger's Bingo Game Night

Bring the whole family for a night of fun and a chance to win a great prize! Bingo will be ...

27May

Toddler Open Play at SGA Gymnastics

Join us every Wednesday morning for Toddler Open Play from 9:00-9:55! Toddler play is for any child that is 0 ...

  • 9:00 am - 9:55 am
  • Location: 110 Competition Center Dr Suite 100, Morrisville, NC 27560
  • Cost: $5 Single Day Pass. $20 Monthly Pass.
  • Website: www.sgagymnastics.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

28May

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Kids Yoga at Mind & Body Therapeutic Connections

Empower your kids to build healthy minds and bodies through movement. Learn traditional yoga poses through story, song, and imaginative ...

29May

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Paint Paper Play

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

Bring a Friend Friday at Urban Air Raleigh

Fridays are better with friends! Buy 1 Platinum Pass, get 1 50% OFF at Urban Air Raleigh. Your next adventure just ...

  • 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 7810 Poyner Pond Circle, Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: Park Tickets starting from $21.99
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs
30May

Wake Forest Farmers Market

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

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 ...

Paint Paper Play

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

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 ...

Marbles Artrageous

Express yourself and let your creativity take the lead. Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create unique works ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Cost: Included in Museum Admission from $4.75 - $12.50 per person over 1yr old
  • Website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs
View All 7 Events For May 30
31May

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 ...

Parent Play Free Sunday at Urban Air Raleigh

Parents jump free on Sundays. Buy 1 Platinum Pass and one parent plays free at Urban Air Raleigh. Dive into the ...

  • 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 7810 Poyner Pond Circle, Raleigh, NC 27616
  • Cost: Park Tickets starting from $21.99
  • Website: www.urbanair.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs
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