In partnership with the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources & the North Carolina Museum of Art, Dia de Oakwood enters its third year as a cultural and educational arts project. Rooted in the traditions of Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican tradition that celebrates family and ancestry. Learn more about Dia de Oakwood. Dix Park is hosting several unique … [Read more...] about Dia de Oakwood Flower Making Workshops at Dix Park
9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day in Holly Springs Nov. 8
The 9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day takes place Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Holly Springs Law Enforcement Center, 750 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This community resource fair features therapeutic providers such at occupational therapists, speech therapists, ABA practices, Autism Society of NC, TEACCH, Alliance Health, … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day in Holly Springs Nov. 8
Opening of Cynthia Aldrich’s “Femininity Revered” Sculpture Show at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Church Sept. 7
Cynthia Aldrich will be exhibiting her stunning ceramic sculptures inspired by the beauty of the female form at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Church, 4907 Garrett Road, Durham North Carolina, from September 7 to November 6, 2025. Each sculpture in "Femininity Revered" has been handbuilt from coils of clay and the surfaces are embellished with a variety of techniques to create texture and … [Read more...] about Opening of Cynthia Aldrich’s “Femininity Revered” Sculpture Show at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Church Sept. 7
Free Walking Tours of Chapel Hill
Whether you're new to the Triangle or a long-timer, check out these free walking tours of Chapel Hill. They take place on many Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The start time can differ, and the schedule changes throughout the year. There may be tours on some other days as well. Each tour is about an hour and twenty minutes. Make sure to check the schedule online to see which days the … [Read more...] about Free Walking Tours of Chapel Hill
Día de Muertos Ofrenda at Duke Chapel Oct 3 to Nov 2
Duke Arts is hosting a Dia de Muertos Ofrenda, a Day of the Dead altar piece, at Duke Chapel, 401 Chapel Hill Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Honor the dead with Día de los Muertos Ofrenda, a Day of the Dead altar piece, at Duke Chapel. Visitors are invited to contribute to this sacred Mexican tradition by adding an offering in the form of photographs or objects that represent a departed loved … [Read more...] about Día de Muertos Ofrenda at Duke Chapel Oct 3 to Nov 2
The Lover and the Sword: A Poetry Showdown Sept. 13
The Lover and the Sword, led by poets Travis Kyng and Antino Art, is a poetry night series where lovers and fighters heal each other through words. The first anniversary of The Lover and the Sword takes place Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Wake Forest Coffee Company, 156 S White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Admission is $10 . One purchase minimum at the … [Read more...] about The Lover and the Sword: A Poetry Showdown Sept. 13
First Friday at CoLab: Animalia Sept. 5
The CoLab, at 14 Glenwood Avenue, Suite #17, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a supportive community of artists. CoLab holds many events, which you can find at thecolabraleigh.com. Here's one that's coming up... First Friday at CoLab: AnimaliaFriday, September 5, 20256 p.m. to 11 p.m.Free Every month CoLab has a new theme for their gallery shows. They are meant to inspire and not restrict, and … [Read more...] about First Friday at CoLab: Animalia Sept. 5
Willy Wonka ChocLIT Night at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh, Sept. 13, with free candy and more
Boxcar Bar and Arcade, 330 West Davie Street, Raleigh, and 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers a huge number of arcade games and pinball machines and console games, as well as air hockey, skeeball, foosball and more. See their whole list of games here. They also host lots of events, including some free ones. This page is for the Raleigh Boxcar location. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade … [Read more...] about Willy Wonka ChocLIT Night at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh, Sept. 13, with free candy and more
The Fruit Flea Market Sept. 7
The Fruit, 305 S Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting The Fruit Flea Market on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. More info here. Suggested $5 donation at the door. Shop at a grassroots market featuring: … [Read more...] about The Fruit Flea Market Sept. 7
Día de Oakwood: Day of the Dead celebration at Historic Oakwood Cemetery
Día de Oakwood was born as a collaboration between the organizers of the Day of the Dead 5k. The installation consists of several large scale ofrendas at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. The work celebrates all the traditional aspects of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). Three family-friendly events will be held on October 25, November 1 and November 2, … [Read more...] about Día de Oakwood: Day of the Dead celebration at Historic Oakwood Cemetery
