New Hope Valley Railway’s (NHVR) family-friendly Track or Treat: Halloween Express takes place on October 11, 18 and 25, 2025, with departures each day at 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 6:30, and 7:45 p.m. During the spooky but family-friendly train ride, visitors will see scenes of flying witches, smoking cauldrons, large pumpkin faces, Count Dracula and other friendly creatures. Halloween costumes are … [Read more...] about Tickets available for New Hope Valley Railway’s Track ‘n’ Treat Halloween Train Ride — including a sensory-friendly ride
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Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
We've put together a list of Christmas trains throughout North Carolina. For attractions outside of the Triangle, we've indicated the number of miles it is from Raleigh. Please adjust the distance from your own starting point. Caveat: Not all of these train rides are cheap. Some of these are pretty pricey. But we're including them anyway, because they are so popular. Also, please note … [Read more...] about Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
Cary Public Safety Day Sep 27
The Cary Police Department is presenting Cary Public Safety Day on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free event will take place along North Academy Street in Downtown Cary, North Carolina. The event is intended to promote awareness, safety and neighborhood unity. What to expect: … [Read more...] about Cary Public Safety Day Sep 27
Free outdoor movie series at Mosaic in Pittsboro: Oppenheimer on Aug. 8
On select Friday nights, MOSAIC is hosting free outdoor movies. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Outdoor Movie Schedule at MOSAIC 2025 … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movie series at Mosaic in Pittsboro: Oppenheimer on Aug. 8
Outdoor movies at 321 Coffee (Downtown Raleigh): A Minecraft Movie Aug. 8
321 Coffee and L'Arche North Carolina are presenting an outdoor summer movie series in 2025. These are free and inclusive events that take place at 321 Coffee, 615 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The movies start at 7 p.m. Please bring your own blanket or chair. More information and updates will be at larchenc.org/events. Summer Movie Series Schedule L’Arche North … [Read more...] about Outdoor movies at 321 Coffee (Downtown Raleigh): A Minecraft Movie Aug. 8
Friday Family Flicks in Garner — free outdoor movies — A Minecraft Movie Aug. 8
Garner Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources is presenting Friday Family Flicks. These are free outdoor movies at Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. Concessions will be available for purchase. Free activities will be available one hour before the start of the movie. Next up is A Minecraft Movie on Friday, August 8, 2025. Activities and concessions start … [Read more...] about Friday Family Flicks in Garner — free outdoor movies — A Minecraft Movie Aug. 8
Sweet Carolina Summer Bash at Old Raleigh Village Aug. 9 — free lunch, mechanical bull, bounce house, more…
Olde Raleigh Village, 3231 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Sweet Carolina Summer Bash on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This free event is for all ages. Everything is free, including the food. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Sweet Carolina Summer Bash at Old Raleigh Village Aug. 9 — free lunch, mechanical bull, bounce house, more…
Back to School Bash hosted by Journey Church of the Nazarene in Wake Forest
Journey Church of the Nazarene is hosting a Back to School Bash next to the Perry Farms Pool, 1101 Averette Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. The church will be passing out free backpacks with school supplies, while they last. There will also be bounce houses and crafts. The church will be selling food and ice … [Read more...] about Back to School Bash hosted by Journey Church of the Nazarene in Wake Forest
Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 9
The Durham County Sheriff's Office is hosting a Back to School Community Resource Event on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Durham County Memorial Stadium, 750 Stadium Drive, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 9
Back to School Fun Day Bash at Mt. Peace Baptist Church in Raleigh Aug. 9 — free haircuts, school supplies, braiding, more…
Mt. Peace Baptist Church and Camp Fusion present Back to School Fun Day Bash on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 1601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but registration is required by August 2, 2025. Volunteers and donations are needed. The event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Fun Day Bash at Mt. Peace Baptist Church in Raleigh Aug. 9 — free haircuts, school supplies, braiding, more…
