Lace on your skates for a fun time at Skate Night at Dix Park on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m. This event takes place at The Chapel, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Registration is required, and opens on October 16, 2026, at 12 p.m. It's likely to sell out quickly, so be ready to register. Admission is FREE. If you need to rent skates, that will be $10. Accepted … [Read more...] about Skate Night at Dix Park Oct. 30 — free, but registration is required. Registration opens Oct. 16
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Pumpkin Patch (including storytime) at Highland United Methodist Church in Raleigh
Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a pumpkin patch from October 3 to 31, 2026. Come by and pick out your favorite pumpkin. The pumpkin patch is a fundraiser for the church's youth ministry. No cash accepted.The price depends on the size of the pumpkin. Hours: Storytime in the Pumpkin Patch On three Wednesdays in October, 2026, children … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Patch (including storytime) at Highland United Methodist Church in Raleigh
South Durham Farmers’ Market: Kids Robotics Day Oct. 24, and more…
South Durham Farmers' Market, at 500 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, takes place Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Some special events are coming up at the market. Kids Robotics at SoDuOctober 24, 2026,8 a.m. to 12 p.m.Free Visit the South Durham Farmers Market for a special robotics demo with the TerrorBytes, a robotics team from Research Triangle High School. The TerrorBytes … [Read more...] about South Durham Farmers’ Market: Kids Robotics Day Oct. 24, and more…
Get ready! Pullen Park’s Holiday Express tickets go on sale Oct 15
Pullen Park Holiday Express, presented by WRAL, is back in December, 2026. Tickets will go on sale the morning of October 15, 2026, at 9 a.m. The tickets are being sold on Ticketmaster. For your best chance at getting tickets, go to the Ticketmaster page 10 minutes before 9 a.m., and make sure you're signed in to your Ticketmaster account and that you have a valid form of payment. We will add a … [Read more...] about Get ready! Pullen Park’s Holiday Express tickets go on sale Oct 15
Carter’s Black Friday Preview: Up to 60% off
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Carter's is holding a Black Friday Preview Sale, with up to 60% off many items.This is a chance to really stock up on what your baby or child needs at a super-low price. Also, they price match. If the price drops within 14 days of your purchase, they'll match the new price. You'll find cozy pajamas, sweaters, skirts, tops and more at extremely reasonable prices. Shop all the deals, or check out … [Read more...] about Carter’s Black Friday Preview: Up to 60% off
38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden at North Carolina Botanical Garden
The 38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden show is taking place at North Carolina Botanical Garden, 100 Mason Farm Road (on the UNC Chapel Hill campus) from September 13 to December 6, 2026. You can come by and see the sculptures in the outdoor garden setting during the Garden's normal hours: The Garden is closed on Mondays and University holidays, including Thanksgiving. It's free to visit, … [Read more...] about 38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden at North Carolina Botanical Garden
Raleigh Drum Circle at Pullen Park on Wednesdays
Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Free to participate. If you have drums, shakers, etc., please bring them, but there might be a few available to borrow. The event is held every Wednesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. In the … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle at Pullen Park on Wednesdays
Spooky Movie Night at Carrboro Town Commons Oct. 16
The Town of Carrboro is presenting Spooky Movie Night on Friday, October 16 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This is a free event and no registration is required. Bring your friends, family, blankets and chairs for a Halloween Movie Night featuring Hotel Transylvania! The Town Commons event space opens at 6:30 p.m., with the movie beginning at … [Read more...] about Spooky Movie Night at Carrboro Town Commons Oct. 16
Chemistry Under Construction: Free National Chemistry Week Event at Moore Square Oct. 24
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
Howling Cow Fall Fest Oct. 30
NC State Howling Cow Ice Cream is hosting Howling Cow Fall Fest on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m. It takes place at Randleigh Dairy Heritage Museum, 301 Dairy Lane, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is free to attend, but there's a charge for some activities. What to expect: … [Read more...] about Howling Cow Fall Fest Oct. 30
