Downtown Raleigh is holding its first ever Open Streets event, Stroll in the Streets, on Sunday, October 17th, 2021, from noon to 5 p.m. At Open Streets events, streets are closed to cars, and open to walkers, bike riders and scooter riders. There are typically stations along the way to try different activities. Stroll in the Streets will be take place on a 1.3-mile stretch along Lenoir … [Read more...] about Stroll in the Streets: Downtown Raleigh’s Open Streets event features a pumpkin patch, live music, kids’ activities, more
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Free carriage rides in Historic Downtown Smithfield (registration required)
Free carriage rides are back in Downtown Smithfield! The rides will take place in Downtown Smithfield on Friday, October 15th, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Carriage rides depart from the corner of Third and Market streets in front of Jewel's Formals. Registration for the carriage rides are required. Register here. Spots will fill up quickly. Reservations will be … [Read more...] about Free carriage rides in Historic Downtown Smithfield (registration required)
Halloween activities with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation — pumpkin painting, skate spooktacular, glow-in-the-dark rock climbing, Halloween music bingo, more
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is offering 13 days of Halloween fun. There are activities for a wide range of ages, interests and budgets. We normally stick to the "free and cheap" events here, but we are going to list them all. However, we are putting only the less expensive activities on our calendar. The first price is for Chapel Hill residents, and the second price is for … [Read more...] about Halloween activities with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation — pumpkin painting, skate spooktacular, glow-in-the-dark rock climbing, Halloween music bingo, more
Harvest Festival at Logan’s Garden Shop
Logan's Garden Shop, 707 Semart Drive, Raleigh, has been owned and operated by the Logan family since 1965. It's Downtown Raleigh's spot for trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, houseplants, tropicals, pond plants, pond accessories, soil, mulch, soil amendments, garden tools, fountains, organic gardening products, outdoor furniture, fertilizer, seeds, heirloom seeds, bulbs, gift items, and … [Read more...] about Harvest Festival at Logan’s Garden Shop
Knightdale Arts and Educational Festival Oct 9
The annual Knightdale Arts and Education Festival takes place Saturday, October 9th, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 North First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. Schedule 10 am. to 2 p.m. Business Expo and Education Festival (Co-Sponsored by the Knightdale Chamber)Food Trucks (Co-Sponsored by Magnificent Concessions)Inflatables 5 p.m. to 9 … [Read more...] about Knightdale Arts and Educational Festival Oct 9
Free puppet shows for kids with Puppet Show Incorporated
Puppet Show Incorporated presents puppet shows, including an art activity, for children around the Triangle. Next up: The Ant and the GrasshopperOctober 4th, 202110 a.m.Farmers' Market Pavilion140 E. Margaret Lane, HillsboroughFree Register online through the Orange County Main Library or call 919.245.2525. … [Read more...] about Free puppet shows for kids with Puppet Show Incorporated
Free Gospel Festival in Angier
Gospel Fest is taking place in Downtown Angier on Saturday, October 2nd, 2021, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. The free festival takes place at Angier Depot Square, 19 E Depot Street, Angier. Angier is about 33 minutes to the south of Raleigh, and is very convenient to those in Fuquay-Varina and Garner. There will be music, food trucks, and a pop-up market. Musical performers include: The … [Read more...] about Free Gospel Festival in Angier
NC State LIVE: free family friendly concert with Zoe & Cloyd at Howling Cow
NC State Live is presenting a free family-friendly concert on September 26th, 2021, at 3 p.m., at Howling Cow Dairy Education Center and Creamery, 100 Dairy Lane, Raleigh. The Creamery will be open for business and scooping all of the favorites like Wolf Tracks, Cherry Brick Road, and 4-H Campfire Delight. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and a sweet tooth. Make sure to buy some ice cream … [Read more...] about NC State LIVE: free family friendly concert with Zoe & Cloyd at Howling Cow
Raleigh Balloon Glow at Dix Park 2021
UPDATE: Raleigh Balloon Glow took place at Dix Park in 2021. But in 2022, it is not at Dix Park. It is taking place in Efland, NC on September 23rd to 25th. Learn about the 2022 Triangle Balloon Festival. Tickets are available now for Raleigh Balloon Glow, which will take place Friday, September 24th, Saturday, September 25th, and Sunday, September 26th, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Big … [Read more...] about Raleigh Balloon Glow at Dix Park 2021
Seed Art Share: Watch a show at a community garden and take part in garden activities
Seed Art Share is taking the show on the road -- to community gardens! At each of these events, young actors will perform The Many Adventures of Peter Rabbit, a 30-minute play written by Dylan Bailey. After the performance, take part in a 30-minute activity unique to the particular garden. Tickets are $7 for all participants. Purchase tickets now to reserve your spot. The show will be the … [Read more...] about Seed Art Share: Watch a show at a community garden and take part in garden activities
