Hobbit Fest is a day-long celebration of Lord of the Rings. It takes place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. Experience the complete Lord of the Rings theatrical trilogy outdoors while exploring a festival filled with themed activities, local vendors, artists, food trucks, and more. You … [Read more...] about Hobbit Fest at Moore Square Sept. 19 — movie marathon and Lord of the Ring themed festival
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Trivia and Music Bingo at Carolina Brewing Company (Holly Springs)
Carolina Brewing Company, 140 Thomas Mill Road in Holly Springs, is the oldest active brewery in Wake County. Here are some of their upcoming events. Look at their Facebook page for upcoming events. Check back soon. Recurring Events Tuesday Night TriviaThe first and third Tuesday of every month (scheduled through December 2026)7:15 and 8:15 p.m.Free Music BingoThe second and … [Read more...] about Trivia and Music Bingo at Carolina Brewing Company (Holly Springs)
Movie Night at Downtown Cary Park: How to Train Your Dragon on Aug. 15
Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting movie nights throughout the spring, summer and fall of 2026. You can find all the movie nights on Downtown Cary Park's calendar. The movie nights are free to enjoy and do not require registration. The movies will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion. Before each movie there will be pre-screening activities for all … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Downtown Cary Park: How to Train Your Dragon on Aug. 15
NCMA Games Together Festival Aug. 15
North Carolina Museum of Art, at 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting the inaugural Games Together Festival on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly day of video games and tabletop gaming. Games Together Festival features tabletop gaming, a freeplay area for video games, live video game music, special guests, a movie and … [Read more...] about NCMA Games Together Festival Aug. 15
Cultivating Wellness — Family Health Festival Aug. 22
Bulltánica, a Center for Well-Being, at 105 W Knox Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Cultivating Wellness -- Family Health Festival on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is a free event. This is a family festival for nourishment, movement, rest, creativity, belonging, time in nature and community connections. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Cultivating Wellness — Family Health Festival Aug. 22
Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 12
Carolina Circus Festival is a FREE event that will take place in Cary on September 12, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m. The festival is a full day of circus related workshops and shows. There will also be a full market of vendors and food. It takes place in Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The festival features: Hosted by the Carolina Circus Festival, a 501(c)(3) … [Read more...] about Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 12
Benson Mule Days Sep 24-27
The town of Benson, NC, is holding its annual festival, Benson Mule Days from Thursday, September 24, to Sunday, September 27, 2026. Schedule: Benson is in Johnston County, about a 35 mile drive to the south from Raleigh. It's convenient to Willow Springs, NC. This is the 77th year for this festival, which celebrates the mule and its role in rural farming. The festival also include live … [Read more...] about Benson Mule Days Sep 24-27
JC Raulston Arboretum’s 50th Anniversary Bash on Aug. 15
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
Johnston County Little League World Championship Parade Aug. 15
Congratulations to Johnston County Little League for winning the Little League Softball World Series! What an amazing achievement for these athletes! Celebrate your champions at a Championship Parade on Saturday, August 15, 2026! The parade will start at 5 p.m. at Archer Lodge Town Hall, 14094 Buffalo Road, Clayton, North Carolina. It will proceed on Buffalo Road, and then north on Wendell … [Read more...] about Johnston County Little League World Championship Parade Aug. 15
North Hills Kids — Kidchella Aug. 18
North Hills Kids is returning for the summer and fall of 2026. North Hill Kids features FREE themed kids' events from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from June to August, 2026. The summer activities take in Midtown Park. These activities are geared toward toddlers through early elementary-aged kids. Some activities have limited supplies. First come, first served. 4011 … [Read more...] about North Hills Kids — Kidchella Aug. 18
