Cat lovers won't want to miss the TICA Time Cat Show on February 15 and 16, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Holshouser Building on the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission: Bring a cat food donation for a $1 discount. There will be vendors with lots of kitty toys and other items, and there will also be cats from local shelters available for … [Read more...] about TICA Time Cat Show Feb 15-16
Animals
“Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
New Hope Bird Alliance is leading a morning of birdwatching and discovery at the AAA Four Diamond Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This is a free event, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Learn about the birds that thrive in Durham! Start out with complimentary coffee … [Read more...] about “Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Valentine’s Day at Planet Peace Farm
Planet Peace Affiliates, 6121 Forestville Road, Raleigh, is hosting a Valentine's Day celebration on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Admission is only $5 per person, or $20 per family (6 people maximum.) Children younger than age 3 are admitted for free. 100% of the proceeds help feed and care for the animals. Admission includes: Look for updates on the Facebook … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day at Planet Peace Farm
Mardi Gras at Old Mill Farm
Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC Highway 751 South, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Mardi Gras celebration on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. The event will feature live New Orleans style jazz, Cajun cuisine, King Cake, and, of course, goats to meet! Tickets are $10 per person for anyone aged 3 and up. Or buy a family four pack for $30. The Blue Notes Jazz Band will be playing live … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras at Old Mill Farm
Valentine’s Day Barn Dance at Sunrise Community Farm Center, and more
Sunrise Community Farm Center, 6407 Millhouse Road, Chapel Hill, NC, has several upcoming events. Read on to learn what's going on. Valentine's Day Barn Dance On Friday, February 14, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Sunrise CFS is hosting a Valentine's Day Barn Dance, with live music. There's no cover charge, but donations are appreciated. Storytime with Animals Bring the kids to Storytime … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Barn Dance at Sunrise Community Farm Center, and more
Valentine’s Day with the Goats at Old Mill Farm
Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC-751, Durham, North Carolina, holds many events throughout the year that let you get to know the goats and experience some farm fun. On Friday, February 14, 2025, from 3 to 8 p.m., Old Mill Farm is hosting a special Valentine's Day event. Valentine's Day on the Farm features: Tickets are $10 and include parking for one vehicle. Children 3 and under do not … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day with the Goats at Old Mill Farm
Groundhog Day at White Deer Park in Garner — watch North Carolina’s weather-predicting groundhog
Snerd, at White Deer Park in Garner, is North Carolina's only official Groundhog Day groundhog. The pressure's on, Snerd! On Sunday, February 2, 2025, White Deer Park, 2400 Aversboro Road, Garner, North Carolina, is hosting a Groundhog Day celebration from 1 to 3:15 p.m. The highlight will be when Snerd makes her prediction at 3 p.m. If she sees her shadow, then lore has it that there … [Read more...] about Groundhog Day at White Deer Park in Garner — watch North Carolina’s weather-predicting groundhog
Pet-a-Cow at Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill — visit every Saturday (weather permitting)
Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday, the sanctuary is open for visitors from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Make sure to check the website before visiting, to make sure that the sanctuary is open. If the temperature is under 45 degree F at 10 a.m., it will not be … [Read more...] about Pet-a-Cow at Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill — visit every Saturday (weather permitting)
Inaugural EagleFest at Jordan Lake Jan 25
Jordan Lake, at 2060 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, North Carolina, is holding its very first EagleFest on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a schedule change from the original date of January 11. This is a free event. Jordan Lake is home to at least 25 nesting pairs of bald eagles. In the winter, dozens of migratory eagles congregate below the dam- an amazing sight to … [Read more...] about Inaugural EagleFest at Jordan Lake Jan 25
Sensory-Friendly Reptile Adventures at Bierman Autism Center in Cary
Bierman Autism Centers, at 15501 Weston Parkway, Ste #150, Cary, NC, is presenting a free sensory friendly scaly adventure on Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Come and explore the world of reptiles. Event highlights: This is a free event. Please RSVP. Space is limited. … [Read more...] about Sensory-Friendly Reptile Adventures at Bierman Autism Center in Cary