The Durham, 315 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, Hotel, is hosting Swift Night Out on the rooftop on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Enjoy a front-row view as large swarms of chimney swifts begin to gather for their annual trip to South America and swarm, dive and roost at sunset into downtown chimneys. New Hope Bird Alliance will be on hand with scopes, binoculars, and … [Read more...] about Swift Night Out on Rooftop of The Durham Hotel Sept. 22
Animals
Swift Night Out — Chimney Swift Viewing From The Willard Rooftop Sept. 21
Learn about chimney swifts on The Willard Rooftop, 9 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Monday, September 21, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. Swift Night Out starts in The Willard's Horizon Ballroom for a program given by John Gerwin, Research Curator of Ornithology at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences and Wake Audubon board member. Learn all about these fascinating birds in a 45 minute … [Read more...] about Swift Night Out — Chimney Swift Viewing From The Willard Rooftop Sept. 21
Sensory-Friendly Petting Zoo on Aug. 15
Bloomwell Autism Therapy is celebrating the opening of their Garner clinic, at 3421 Olympia Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, with a Sensory-Friendly Petting Zoo on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a free event. Registration helps with planning, but walk-ins are welcome too. This event includes: … [Read more...] about Sensory-Friendly Petting Zoo on Aug. 15
Moth Night at Crowder County Park Aug. 8
South Wake Conservationists are hosting Moth Night at Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 8 to 10 p.m. Admission is free but registration is required. Did you know that there are estimated to be 160,000 different moth species, almost ten times as many as there are for butterflies? And most come out only at night, so you may not have … [Read more...] about Moth Night at Crowder County Park Aug. 8
Friday Bird Walk in Garner Aug. 7
The Town of Garner is offering First Friday Bird Walks. They generally take place on the first Friday of each month, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., alternating between Lake Benson Park and the White Deer Park Classroom in Garner. The bird walks are currently scheduled through August, 2026, except in July, when the bird walk takes place the second Friday, due to the Independence Day holiday. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Friday Bird Walk in Garner Aug. 7
Moth Night at Hollow Rock Nature Park on July 11
The Durham County Open Space Program invites the community to enjoy the beauty, diversity, and ecological importance of moths during an upcoming partnership event with the North Carolina Biodiversity Project. Moth Night takes place Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 8 p.m., at Hollow Rock Nature Park, 692 Erwin Road, Durham, North Carolina. Please RSVP so that staff can properly prepare for all … [Read more...] about Moth Night at Hollow Rock Nature Park on July 11
Goats and Greens Farmers’ Market on May 17: Shop for produce and meet goats!
Hummingbird Market and Haven of Knightdale present Goats and Greens Farmers' Market at Haven Farm, 8521 Buffaloe Road, Knightdale, North Carolina, on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. It's free to attend. Shop for local produce and support NC based farms and makers! The Goats and Greens Farmer's Market is a monthly market hosted by Haven of Knightdale, featuring 20 local makers … [Read more...] about Goats and Greens Farmers’ Market on May 17: Shop for produce and meet goats!
Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, North Carolina, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and create bouquets. When you visit you may also purchase seasonal produce, meet the farm's animals, take a shady walk around a pond, enjoy a picnic, and more. Opening day for flower picking is May 9, 2026. Please also check out our big list of U-pick farms in the Triangle. … [Read more...] about Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Feathered Fun in the Park in Durham May 2 — free “bird bash”
Durham Parks & Recreation is hosting Feathered Fun in the Park on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9 to 11:30 a.m., at Red Maple Park, 3320 Hinson Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free "Bird Bash!" Come and go as you please while exploring a variety of interactive bird-themed activities for all ages! DPR Outdoor Recreation is partnering with New Hope Bird Alliance for this backyard bird … [Read more...] about Feathered Fun in the Park in Durham May 2 — free “bird bash”
Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo May 2
Cary Animal Services and Town of Cary are hosting Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Cary Police Department, 120 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, North Carolina, on the Town Hall Campus. It's free to attend. The event features: Well behaved pets are invited. … [Read more...] about Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo May 2
