Inside Pitch Productions is bringing the NC Collector's Roadshow, featuring Sports Card, Pokemon, Toys, Diecast, and TCG, to the Exposition Center of the N.C. State Fairgrounds, 4825 Trinity Road, Raleigh, NC, on November 7 and 8, 2026. Admission is only $5 for adults and is free for kids 10 and under. Weekend passes are available for $7. Parking is free. The show features more than 375 … [Read more...] about NC Collector’s Roadshow Nov. 7 and 8
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Free American Mahjong open play at Hops & Flower in Durham on Sundays
Meet up to play Amerian Mahjong every Sunday, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at Hops & Flower, 2014 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina. The free open-play afternoons are currently scheduled for every Sunday through mid-2027. Here's the Facebook event. Make sure to check to see if there are any changes. Attendees must be able to play mahjong unassisted. Please bring your 2026 card and a set … [Read more...] about Free American Mahjong open play at Hops & Flower in Durham on Sundays
Raleigh Fall Train Show Nov 7-8
Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club is presenting the 42nd Annual Raleigh Fall Train Show on November 7 and 8, 2026, at the Jim Graham Building at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enter at Gate 9 on Trinity Road. Experience 97,000 square feet of railroading. Admission is $10 and that covers both days. Children 12 and under are admitted free … [Read more...] about Raleigh Fall Train Show Nov 7-8
PokéFest Apex on Oct. 24
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pokémon at PokéFest Apex. This special event takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. PokéFest Apex features: … [Read more...] about PokéFest Apex on Oct. 24
Durham Chess Club at Durham Food Hall every Wednesday
Durham Chess Club hosts a weekly chess meet-up on Wednesdays, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Food Hall, 530 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to play and everyone, of every level and age, is invited. Enjoy casual games with a non-competitive, social chess community. Chess sets and clocks are supplied, but players are encouraged to bring their own if possible. Just stop by and … [Read more...] about Durham Chess Club at Durham Food Hall every Wednesday
Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club Open House Oct. 17
The Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club is hosting an Open House on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at its clubhouse at 1615 Old Louisburg Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. No registration is required. Bring the whole family! You can explore various layouts, visit the railroad library, meet club members and learn and about the world of model railroads. … [Read more...] about Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club Open House Oct. 17
Raleigh Retro Gamers
Raleigh Retro Gamers Triangle Town Market: Halloween Edition takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is free to attend and is family-friendly. Costumes are encouraged. The event features: … [Read more...] about Raleigh Retro Gamers
Mahjong Socials at Apex Senior Center in October and November
The Town of Apex is hosting Mahjong Socials at Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. This event is open to ages 12+. Players must bring their own playing supplies and have a basic knowledge of Mahjong. This is a social event for people who have played before, not a learning class for beginners. The cost is $5 per player. Please register here. These events takes place … [Read more...] about Mahjong Socials at Apex Senior Center in October and November
25th Anniversary of Strowd Roses in Chapel Hill on Sept. 27
Gene Strowd Community Rose Garden, at the Chapel Hill Community Center at 120 S Estes Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, contains hundreds of rose bushes, of many varieties, as well as companion plants. It's free to visit the rose garden from dawn to dusk. Strowd Roses is celebrating its 25th Anniversary on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The celebration is FREE to attend. … [Read more...] about 25th Anniversary of Strowd Roses in Chapel Hill on Sept. 27
Meet Mr. Monopoly and get a FREE Monopoly Raleigh Edition game Sept. 23
Mr. Monopoly is coming to Raleigh! Meet Mr. Monopoly at Raleigh Diamond, 5925 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. Get your photo taken with Mr. Monopoly! Not only that, but bring home a FREE Monopoly Raleigh Edition game, while supplies last. One free game per party. New edition! … [Read more...] about Meet Mr. Monopoly and get a FREE Monopoly Raleigh Edition game Sept. 23
