Join the NCSU Chemistry Graduate Student Association for Chemistry Under Construction, a FREE, family-friendly celebration of science at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. Chemistry Under Construction is led by the NCSU Chemistry Graduate Student Association in partnership with Raleigh … [Read more...] about Chemistry Under Construction: Free National Chemistry Week Event at Moore Square Oct. 24
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Filipino Fall Fiesta in Durham Oct. 24
Filipino Fall Fiesta is a family-friendly celebration of Filipino food, culture, music, and community. It takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event is open to everyone and all ages are welcome. Admission is $5 for adults, while K–8, high school, and college students with valid student ID may attend for free. … [Read more...] about Filipino Fall Fiesta in Durham Oct. 24
Person Street Plaza Block Party Oct. 24: In Celebration of Dolly Parton
Celebrate the life of Dolly Parton at the Person Street Block Party on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It takes place at Edge of Urge, at Person Street Plaza, North Person Street and East Franklin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event! Check back soon for details! You can expect: … [Read more...] about Person Street Plaza Block Party Oct. 24: In Celebration of Dolly Parton
Free: River Park Concert in Hillsborough Oct. 24
River Park Concert Series is a free, volunteer-driven outdoor music event presented by Triangle Music Alliance. It takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Downtown River Park, 144 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina. The headliner is The Brothers Comatose. The other artists performing at the event are Tan and Sober Gentlemen, Jack the Radio, and The Ghost … [Read more...] about Free: River Park Concert in Hillsborough Oct. 24
Durham School of the Arts Fall Art Festival, celebrating Día de los Muertos on Oct. 24
Durham School of the Arts, 400 N Duke Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its 15th Annual Fall Festival: Día de los Muertos on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. Don't show up late! The festival starts with a parade! It's free to attend. The festival offers an evening of student exhibitions, performances, music, food, hands-on art-making, and cultural celebration. Look for … [Read more...] about Durham School of the Arts Fall Art Festival, celebrating Día de los Muertos on Oct. 24
Day of the Dead Festival at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in Wilson Oct 24
Seeds of Hope Wilson is hosting a Day of the Dead Festival on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, 301 Goldsboro Street S, Wilson, North Carolina. This is a free event. Celebrate special traditions with friends and family. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Festival at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in Wilson Oct 24
Barktoberfest at Boxyard RTP Oct. 24
Barktoberfest is a free event at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. It's being presented by Beyond Fences and Triangle Canine Club. Features of Barktoberfest Barktoberfest features: … [Read more...] about Barktoberfest at Boxyard RTP Oct. 24
It’s Fall Y’all Fun Fetival at Millbrook United Methodist Church in Raleigh Oct. 24: Trunk or Treat, free food and more…
Millbrook United Methodist Church, at 1712 E Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting Fall Y'all Fun Festival on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. This is a free event. This event features: This event takes place at the lower lot of Millbrook UMC. … [Read more...] about It’s Fall Y’all Fun Fetival at Millbrook United Methodist Church in Raleigh Oct. 24: Trunk or Treat, free food and more…
Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park Oct 23
The Town of Cary's Pumpkin Flotilla takes place Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. Participation is free. Drop off your carved pumpkin on October 22, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. Floats are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Pumpkins will set sail across the Bond Park Lake at twilight (approximately 6:30 p.m.) Enjoy … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park Oct 23
Annual Zombiepalooza at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 23
Cary's annual Zombiepalooza takes place Friday, October 23, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The event is free to attend, and will take place on the Great Lawn. If the weather is bad, it moves inside to The Cary Theater. Zombiepalooza will feature local filmmakers’ zombie short films. The films are between one and five minutes … [Read more...] about Annual Zombiepalooza at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 23
