The last Friday of every month, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be entertainment, which might be live music, circus performers, spoken word poetry and more. Art receptions and events take place … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Sept. 25, including Makers Market, live music and more…
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Hillsborough Street Makers & Music Series in Raleigh Sept. 25
Celebrate summer at Hillsborough Street Makers and Music, a monthly series that take place at Compiegne Park, 106 Chamberlain Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The last event of the series is on September 25, 2026, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The artist has not been announced. Hillsborough Street Makers and Music features live music, local vendors, family-friendly activities and lawn games. … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Street Makers & Music Series in Raleigh Sept. 25
One Tribe Final Friday drum circle and fire show Sept. 25
During Cary's Final Friday Art Loop, make sure to visit the site of the old library, 310 S Academy Street, for One Tribe Final Friday Drum Circle with Fire Spinning by Caroleena and Friends on Friday, September 25, 2026. The drum circle will be taking place from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with fire performance by Caroleena and friends at 8 p.m. It generally takes place the last Friday of the month. Bring … [Read more...] about One Tribe Final Friday drum circle and fire show Sept. 25
Blessing of the Animals at Duke University Chapel Quad Oct. 4
Duke University Chapel is hosting a Blessing of the Animals worship service on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 3 to 3:30 p.m. It takes place outdoors on the Duke Chapel Quad, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Dogs, cats, and other animals will join ministers and the Durham Children's Choir for this Blessing of the Animals worship service on the Duke Chapel Quad. Pet owners are welcome to … [Read more...] about Blessing of the Animals at Duke University Chapel Quad Oct. 4
Durham Oktoberfest in Durham Central Park Sept. 26
The Glass Jug Beer Lab is presenting Durham Oktoberfest at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m. Enjoy games, German-style beers and brats, keg rolling, a craft market, DJs, a costume contest and more. It's free to attend and family-friendly. The event features: … [Read more...] about Durham Oktoberfest in Durham Central Park Sept. 26
Free Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Kids Museum Sept. 23
Marbles Kids Museum, 201 Hargett Street, Raleigh, holds Sensory Friendly Playtime for kids with special needs and their families. Admission is FREE for these events, but registration is required. It's an opportunity for kids to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. The museum will also be showing a "Lights Up, Sounds Down" movie. Tickets for the movie are not needed. Registered … [Read more...] about Free Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Kids Museum Sept. 23
Math Makers: Free playful math exploration at Dix Park Sept. 23
Math Makers is a fun math activity for kids that takes place at Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, North Carolina, one Wednesday a month, through November, 2026. Participants will build curious creations together while exploring culture and nature in the context of mathematics. You'll get to take a math kit home to continue your playful explorations after the program. Instructors from Natural Math … [Read more...] about Math Makers: Free playful math exploration at Dix Park Sept. 23
St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 26
St. Eugene Catholic Church is holding the St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at J. Ashley Wall Town Square, 99 W. 3rd Street, Wendell, NC. The festival is free to attend and features live entertainment, authentic cuisine from around the world to purchase, kids' activities and a raffle. Program Food Enjoy authentic … [Read more...] about St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 26
Spellbound at Mordecai — family Halloween event Oct. 24, plus Haunted Mordecai tours
Paper & Stars Studio is bringing Spellbound at Mordecai, a children's festival, to Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. This is a fun, family-friendly event where you can: This is a family event full of spooky fun for children - no horror, gore, weapons, or full face masks please. This event is … [Read more...] about Spellbound at Mordecai — family Halloween event Oct. 24, plus Haunted Mordecai tours
Swift Night Out on Rooftop of The Durham Hotel Sept. 22
The Durham, 315 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, Hotel, is hosting Swift Night Out on the rooftop on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Enjoy a front-row view as large swarms of chimney swifts begin to gather for their annual trip to South America and swarm, dive and roost at sunset into downtown chimneys. New Hope Bird Alliance will be on hand with scopes, binoculars, and … [Read more...] about Swift Night Out on Rooftop of The Durham Hotel Sept. 22
