The 18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market takes place Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. The event is a fundraiser by Sts. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine … [Read more...] about 18th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 12-13
Kids
Swimsgiving in Smithfield on Nov. 8: Donate food and go swimming!
Smithfield Recreation & Aquatics Center, 600 M Durwood Stephenson Pkwy, Smithfield, North Carolina, is hosting Swimsgiving on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. Admission to the pool is 4 cans of non-perishable food items per person. All cans of food go to families in the community who need a little help for the holidays. … [Read more...] about Swimsgiving in Smithfield on Nov. 8: Donate food and go swimming!
Campfire Storytime and more at Blooming Daisy Homestead in Spring Hope
Blooming Daisy Homestead, at 971 Marian Lane, Spring Hope, North Carolina, offers programs to help families discover the wonders of animals, nature and homesteading through engaging, hands-on classes. The classes incorporate art, crafts, science, nature and animal encounters. You can find all the upcoming events on bloomingdaisync.com. We're listing just a few of the events below. Spring … [Read more...] about Campfire Storytime and more at Blooming Daisy Homestead in Spring Hope
North Hills Kids Oct. 28– Mini Monster Mash
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 Oct. 28– Mini Monster Mash
Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Holiday Market Dec. 6
Raleigh Retro Gamers is presenting Triangle Town Holiday Market on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free, family-friendly event will feature lots of vendors, activities cosplay and more. Raleigh Retro Gamers Triangle Town Holiday Market … [Read more...] about Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Holiday Market Dec. 6
Holy Trinity Kids Fall Festival Oct. 26
Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2723 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting their KIDS Fall Festival on Sunday, October 26, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Holy Trinity Kids Fall Festival Oct. 26
Trunk or Treat at Soapstone United Methodist Church Oct. 26
Soapstone United Methodist Church, 12837 Norwood Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This is a free event that takes place in the front parking lot. Enjoy trunk or treat, games, festive activities and more. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Soapstone United Methodist Church Oct. 26
72nd Clayton Harvest Festival October 23-26
The 72nd Clayton Harvest Festival will take place from October 23-26, 2025, at Horne Square, Town Square and other locations in Downtown Clayton. The four-day festival includes a midway full of carnival rides; car, motorcycle, and tractor shows; Latin American Festival; and other community-focused events, vendors, food, music, and fun. Admission is free. Pay for rides, food and … [Read more...] about 72nd Clayton Harvest Festival October 23-26
Neighborhood Trunk or Treat and Car Show at Calvary Presbyterian Church Oct. 26
Calvary Presbyterian Church, 6520 Ray Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Neighborhood Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy: All ages are invited and costumes are welcome. Everything is free. … [Read more...] about Neighborhood Trunk or Treat and Car Show at Calvary Presbyterian Church Oct. 26
Tricks-n-Treats at Brier Creek Commons Oct. 26
Brier Creek Commons, at 8531 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Tricks-n-Treats on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. Meet by the clock tower. This free event features: … [Read more...] about Tricks-n-Treats at Brier Creek Commons Oct. 26
