The 13th Annual Day of the Dead 5K takes place in Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event, presented by Centro Mexican Restaurant, celebrates tradition, community and diversity. It benefits Fox Road Boys & Girls Club (formerly Brentwood Boys & Girls Club.) The event also includes art, food, music, dancing, local beer and costumes. The race … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead 5K and Street Festival in Raleigh Oct. 25
Health and fitness
Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday at Pullen Park through end of October
Every Wednesday, starting March 12, 2025, experience free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Acro Yoga will be going on from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines yoga and acrobatics. This class is for all levels, including beginners. Bring a yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Follow the Acro Yoga @ Pullen Park group on … [Read more...] about Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday at Pullen Park through end of October
Won Buddhist Temple Open House in Chapel Hill Oct. 18: drumming, tea ceremony, kids’ activities, more
Won Buddhism of North Carolina is hosting a Temple Open House at 8021 Old NC 86, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free event that includes a tea ceremony, sound bath, Korean drumming, kids' activities and more. Schedule 12:00 - Gathering at Il-Won Garden (music and snacks) 1:00 - Opening Ceremony 2:00 - 5:00 - Mini-classes and … [Read more...] about Won Buddhist Temple Open House in Chapel Hill Oct. 18: drumming, tea ceremony, kids’ activities, more
Free Outdoor Yoga at Fenton in Cary Oct. 15
Corpower Yoga is offering a free outdoor yoga class at Fenton Square by Paragon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina. No registration is required. Just bring your mat and water. These classes take place from 9 to 10 a.m. on the following dates: … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Yoga at Fenton in Cary Oct. 15
Health and Harmony Fest in Durham Oct. 12
Health and Harmony Fest is a chance to nurture your body, mind and spirit. It takes place Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at The North Carolina Center for Dermatology, 6216 Fayetteville Road, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. No ticket is needed, but RSVPing helps with planning. The Health and Harmony Festival is a celebration of integrated practices to revitalize the … [Read more...] about Health and Harmony Fest in Durham Oct. 12
Illuminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival Oct. 5
lluminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival is a holistic wellness and arts event that offers free admission, free workshops, and low-cost services. It takes place on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Come and enjoy aura photography, crystals, original art, sound healing, vetted intuitive readings, handmade … [Read more...] about Illuminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival Oct. 5
Free Yoga classes in Durham Central Park on Tuesdays
Free Yoga classes are held every Tuesday, at 6 p.m., at 9 a.m., April through September 30, 2025, in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. You Call This Yoga will be offering these free gentle mat yoga sessions in the Durham Central Park Pavilion. Half the classes will be in Spanish and English, and the other half in English only. Please bring a mat and water. … [Read more...] about Free Yoga classes in Durham Central Park on Tuesdays
Seymour Center Open House Sept. 7 — learn about programs for older adults
Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is holding an open house on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m. Doors open at 11:45 a.m. It's free to attend. The Seymour Center invites the community to experience all the exciting, inspiring, and enriching programs they offer for older adults. Whether you're new to the Seymour Center or a familiar face, this is … [Read more...] about Seymour Center Open House Sept. 7 — learn about programs for older adults
9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day in Holly Springs Nov. 8
The 9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day takes place Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Holly Springs Law Enforcement Center, 750 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This community resource fair features therapeutic providers such at occupational therapists, speech therapists, ABA practices, Autism Society of NC, TEACCH, Alliance Health, … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day in Holly Springs Nov. 8
Free Yoga at Dix Park in August
Enjoy outdoor yoga at Dix Park in Raleigh. Free yoga classes are held every Monday in August, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. Although the classes are free, registration is required and often sells out. Register here. The classes take place at Harvey Hill, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Participants must be at least 12 years old. All minors must be registered and accompanied by a … [Read more...] about Free Yoga at Dix Park in August
