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
Colleges and Universities
Arts on East: Free outdoor concert series on Duke University East Campus: ZOOCRÜ on June 24
Duke Arts is presenting a free outdoor concert series, Arts on East. Arts on East concerts will take place every Wednesday from May 27 through June 24, 2026, at 7 p.m., on Duke’s East Campus. Previously called Music in the Gardens, this series has been renamed to reflect its new location. Concerts are held outdoors on Duke’s East Campus, located behind White Lecture Hall and the East Duke … [Read more...] about Arts on East: Free outdoor concert series on Duke University East Campus: ZOOCRÜ on June 24
Juneteenth Film Screening at the Nasher Museum of Art June 18
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is hosting a Juneteenth Film Screening on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event, but registration is required. The Nasher will show the film BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions. Adapted from Kahlil Joseph’s renowned video art installation, BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions is a distinctive cinematic experience that mirrors the sonic … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Film Screening at the Nasher Museum of Art June 18
Out of This World: Planet Hopping with Durham Medical Orchestra May 3
The Durham Medical Orchestra, which is associated with Duke University, was founded in 2010 by volunteer musicians with the mission to unite health-related professionals, Duke University, and the surrounding community through musical performance and collaboration to foster health, wellness, and the cultural enrichment of its audiences and members. The orchestra now has more than 100 members, … [Read more...] about Out of This World: Planet Hopping with Durham Medical Orchestra May 3
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
MagiCon April 10 and 11 — for magicians and fans of magic
MAGiCon 2026 takes place April 10 and 11, 2026, at Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina. This festival includes events both for magicians and for fans of magic. Meredith College is at 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Most events take place in the Wainwright Music Building. You can find a campus and parking map here. MAGiCon includes plenty of activities and events for … [Read more...] about MagiCon April 10 and 11 — for magicians and fans of magic
NC State University Earth Fair April 8
NC State University is hosting its annual Earth Fair on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It takes place at Stafford Commons, which is the green space on the north side of Talley Student Union, 2610 Cates Avenue, Raleigh. The Earth Fair is part of NC Science Festival, which includes hundreds of science events throughout the month of April, all over North Carolina. This is a … [Read more...] about NC State University Earth Fair April 8
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
Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
Morehead Planetarium + Science Center frequently facilitates skywatching sessions, during which guests can look through telescopes at the night sky and learn about what they're seeing. Sometimes Morehead Planetarium is joined by other groups, who also help with the event. In general these are free events. Upcoming Skywatching Events Skywatching at Little River Regional ParkFriday, March … [Read more...] about Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
Guest Nights at the Morehead Observatory at UNC Chapel Hill
On the fourth floor of the East side of the Morehead Planetarium complex, at 250 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is the Morehead Observatory. The Morehead Observatory is an astronomical observatory with a Perkin-Elmer telescope. Chapel Hill undergraduate and graduate students use it to obtain data for their research and to prepare themselves to use the telescopes at national … [Read more...] about Guest Nights at the Morehead Observatory at UNC Chapel Hill
