Little Fentonians Music Day is a fun-filled family day celebrating the joy of music. It takes place Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Fenton square by Paragon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features student performances from Bach to Rock Music School, that will inspire and entertain. Kids can also explore a unique … [Read more...] about Music Day for Kids at Fenton August 14
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Build-a-Bear grand re-opening at Crabtree, with free Mini Bean Plush on May 28
Build-A-Bear Workshop at Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh is celebrating the grand reopening of its newly remodeled store on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, starting at 10 a.m. The refreshed space offers an updated experience designed to delight guests of all ages for years to come. At the grand opening event: … [Read more...] about Build-a-Bear grand re-opening at Crabtree, with free Mini Bean Plush on May 28
NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — celebrate Jamaican independence
North Carolina Jerk Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of Jamaican independence and culture. It takes place Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2:30 to 8 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — celebrate Jamaican independence
Taste of Soul in Durham May 24
The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and kids' activities. Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on May 24, 2025, from 3 to 8 p.m., at … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Durham May 24
Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale May 24
Cool off at the Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale. This free event takes place at the splash pad at Knightdale Station Park, 700 N 1st Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on these days: There will be a variety of fun games, a DJ and food trucks. … [Read more...] about Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale May 24
Art Putt: free pop-up mini-golf in Raleigh
This summer you can play mini-golf on the most imaginative and artistic course around...for free! Downtown Raleigh Alliance debuted Art Putt Artsplosure, and it's sticking around for a while! The current schedule has it in place through September 1, 2025. You'll find Art Putt at 434 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC, in City Plaza, in front of Truist Building. It's free to play! Use the … [Read more...] about Art Putt: free pop-up mini-golf in Raleigh
LIVE @ Lake Raleigh outdoor concert series
NC State's very popular free, family-friendly, outdoor concert series, LIVE @ Lake Raleigh, is returning in April and May of 2025. It takes place at Lake Raleigh, Main Campus Drive & Campus Shores Drive. Gates will open at 5 p.m., and food trucks will be on site at that time. The concerts start at 6 p.m. LIVE @ Lake Raleigh Schedule Thursday, April 10, 2025Ricardo Diquez … [Read more...] about LIVE @ Lake Raleigh outdoor concert series
Durham Night Market at American Tobacco May 22
Durham Night Market returns to American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, in 2025. It's planned for four evenings (see below) from 5 to 9 p.m. At each of these events there will be a wide variety of vendors. This is a great way to support local! 2025 Durham Night Markets Vendors at May 22 Durham Night Market … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market at American Tobacco May 22
Kindergarten Graduation Celebration at YMCA Camp Kanata May 18 — canoeing, outdoor games, more…
YMCA of the Triangle is hosting a Kindergarten Celebration on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m., at YMCA Camp Kanata, 13524 Camp Kanata Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This event is free for graduating kindergarteners and their families. Pre-registration is required. When you sign up, you'll be automatically entered to win a free year of the Y Guides father/child program. The … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Graduation Celebration at YMCA Camp Kanata May 18 — canoeing, outdoor games, more…
Children’s Day Festival — celebrate Japanese culture May 18
Nippon Club of the Triangle has the goal of fostering a deeper cultural understanding between Japanese and American people. It's hosting a Children's Day Festival on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but donations are welcome, with a $10 donation suggested for adults. The program … [Read more...] about Children’s Day Festival — celebrate Japanese culture May 18
