Packapalooza is a huge, free, family-friendly block party and street festival welcoming the Wolfpack back to campus. It takes place on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The whole community is invited to this free street festival. The festival includes music, games, vendors and much … [Read more...] about Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 22
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JC Raulston Arboretum’s 50th Anniversary Bash on Aug. 15
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of JC Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring the whole family to enjoy hands-on activities, explore the gardens and celebrate this milestone. Search the garden during the "50" scavenger hunt, play Plant Bingo, enjoy lawn games, listen to storytime and stop by the Education Yurt for … [Read more...] about JC Raulston Arboretum’s 50th Anniversary Bash on Aug. 15
Live Music at the Gregg Museum
NC State's Gregg Museum of Art & Design, at 1903 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, is open to the public and free to visit. Free parking is available adjacent to the building. Currently open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Upcoming Events Live Music: Lakota JohnThursday, September 3, 20266 to 7:45 p.m.Free (Registration is required) … [Read more...] about Live Music at the Gregg Museum
Garden Storytime at Raulston Arboretum May 22, and more…
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a living laboratory for research. The Arboretum is free to visit. Its hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Arboretum … [Read more...] about Garden Storytime at Raulston Arboretum May 22, and more…
Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 25, including 24th Annual Birdhouse Competition
The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raulston Blooms is a garden festival for people of all ages. It features garden and nature activities, plant sales, outdoor fun, and more. Tickets are only $5, or $10 per family. Admission is free for garden members and for college students. Proceeds benefit … [Read more...] about Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 25, including 24th Annual Birdhouse Competition
NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Open House March 28
NC State College of Veterinary Medicine opens its doors to the public for a free open house Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a very popular annual event. It takes place at NC State College of Veterinary Medicine, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, North Carolina. Wear closed-toe shoes. Children must be accompanied by adults. No pets allowed. At this event you learn … [Read more...] about NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Open House March 28
NC State vs UNC Spring Volleyball Match
Have a fun day out at NC State, with a FREE spring volleyball exhibition between NC State and UNC Volleyball. The match takes place at Williams Neal Reynolds Coliseum, 2411 Dunn Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 1 p.m. … [Read more...] about NC State vs UNC Spring Volleyball Match
The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
The Krispy Kreme Challenge was started by NC State students with a passion for running and for doughnuts. The race puts your stomach, not just your legs, to the test. As they say, it is a "unique challenge of both athletic and gastrointestinal skill." The Krispy Kreme Challenge requires participants to run 2.5 miles, starting at the Memorial Belltower on the NC State campus, at 2011 … [Read more...] about The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
Premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu’s “Saints & Aints” March 28 and 29 — features music and puppetry
NC State LIVE is presenting the premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu's theatre work, Saints and Aints, at James B. Hunt Jr. Library, 1070 Partners Way, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This work will feature Ahanu's poetry, along with music and puppetry. Nationally recognized Triangle-based poet Dasan Ahanu will be in residence with NC State LIVE for the 2024-25 academic year. During his … [Read more...] about Premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu’s “Saints & Aints” March 28 and 29 — features music and puppetry
Free summer art program for kids at Gregg Museum
The Gregg Museum, the art museum on the NC State campus, at 1903 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is launching its first ever summer art program for kids. It will take place every Tuesday in June and July, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Activities will focus on learning about artwork through the Gregg Museum's exhibits.Sessions are tailored to specific age groups. This is a … [Read more...] about Free summer art program for kids at Gregg Museum
