For the first time, North Hills is extended its North Hills Kids program into the fall. North Hill Kids will feature FREE themed kids' events every Tuesday from September 23 to October 28, 2025, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The activities take place on The Commons, which is the green space near Ben & Jerry's. You can expect themed fun, crafts, storytimes, music and more. The activities are … [Read more...] about North Hills Kids Returning for the Fall, Starting Sept. 23
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Fall Festival at Park West Village: trick or treating, outdoor movie, hayrides, more…
Park West Village, 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville, is hosting a fall festival on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free event. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Park West Village: trick or treating, outdoor movie, hayrides, more…
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge Tour and Explore Sept. 13
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, at 7236 NC Highway 87 N, in Pittsboro, is a non-profit organization that works to protect animals from factory farms. The Refuge is a sanctuary that cares for rescued chickens, turkeys, ducks, sheep, goats, pigs and cows who come from lives of abuse, neglect and abandonment. These animals find peace and protection on 16 acres of pasture and woods, where they will … [Read more...] about Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge Tour and Explore Sept. 13
Demo Daze at Downtown Cary Park Aug. 22: live art demos all evening
In anticipation of Lazy Daze on August 23 and 24, Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Demo Daze on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. This is a free event for the whole family, and even features Doodle Daze, an interactive art zone just for kids. Watch artists create across a variety of artistic media, ask questions, and maybe even try your hand … [Read more...] about Demo Daze at Downtown Cary Park Aug. 22: live art demos all evening
We’re So Back: A Moore Square Back to School Fusion Fest
We're So Back: A Moore Square Back to School Fusion Fest takes place Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy a fun day of Back to School Nostalgia with hands-on activities and a mini vendor market and food trucks. This event is for all ages. Enjoy some arts and crafts, games and retro … [Read more...] about We’re So Back: A Moore Square Back to School Fusion Fest
Children with Disabilities Resource Fair in Wendell Aug. 23
The Children with Disabilities Resource Fair takes place August 23, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m., at Wendell Community Center, 601 W 3rd Street, Wendell, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event is an all-in-one place to help families find resources. For instance, they might meet therapists, doctors or dentists who specialize in children with disabilities, sensitive barbers, lawyers with … [Read more...] about Children with Disabilities Resource Fair in Wendell Aug. 23
Wake Forest Comic-Con August 23: free event at new location
Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is partnering with Play4Life Comics to present this event. Admission is FREE. The event features a dynamic showcase of: Wake Forest Comic-Con is … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con August 23: free event at new location
23rd Annual Kirby Derby August 23
Kirby Derby has been a Raleigh tradition since 2002. It started when two residents of the tiny Pullen Park Terrace neighborhood (just 32 houses!) put together a neighborhood parade. On year five, the "derby" part of the event was added, with a soapbox derby race. An annual theme, a pinebox car competition for kids, costumes and silliness are all part of the tradition. In 2017 the residents of … [Read more...] about 23rd Annual Kirby Derby August 23
Halloween Village at Lafayette Village Oct 31
Lafayette Village, at 850 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, is presenting Step Into the Halloween Village on Sunday, October 31, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. This is a free event. This event features: … [Read more...] about Halloween Village at Lafayette Village Oct 31
Marbles Museum’s Kick-Off to Kindergarten — registration required
Every year, Marbles Kids Museum holds a free Kick-off to Kindergarten program for rising kindergarteners. In this program, children are exposed to some of the skills and experiences that they'll encounter in kindergarten: This is a free event, for the whole family, but registration is required. Kick-off to Kindergarten for Rising Traditional KindergartnersSaturday, August 23, 20259 a.m. to 5 … [Read more...] about Marbles Museum’s Kick-Off to Kindergarten — registration required
