Join the Durham Open Space and Trails Commission (DOST) for a family-friendly community walk at the beautiful and historical Horton Grove Nature Preserve, 7360 Jock Road, Bahama, North Carolina, on Saturday, November 8, 2205, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration is appreciated but not required. This 1.8-mile guided walk is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, connect with nature, and learn … [Read more...] about Explore Horton Grove Nature Preserve Nov. 8
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Merry & Bright, A Children’s North Pole Market at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13
Merry & Bright, A North Pole Market takes place at Historic Mordecai Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is not required, but is encouraged to help with planning. Please register at link above. Merry & Bright is a children's market by Paper & Stars Studio in partnership with Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural … [Read more...] about Merry & Bright, A Children’s North Pole Market at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13
“Falconry — A Partnership with a Wild Bird of Prey” talk on Dec. 9
Wake Audubon hosts programs, open to the public, at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Nature Research Center, 121 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. You can see all the events on Wake Audubon's calendar. One upcoming event is Falconry: A Partnership with a Wild Bird of Prey, on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in the 4th floor meeting room at the Nature Research Center. The … [Read more...] about “Falconry — A Partnership with a Wild Bird of Prey” talk on Dec. 9
Kings thanks military personnel with free bowling on Veterans Day
Kings Dining + Entertaining is thanking military personnel by offering free bowling on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025. All United States Veterans, Active, and Reserve military members will receive free bowling and shoe rental. All military members must show proof of service. The address is 141 Park at North Hills Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Hours are 3 to 11 p.m. … [Read more...] about Kings thanks military personnel with free bowling on Veterans Day
Día de Oakwood: Day of the Dead celebration at Historic Oakwood Cemetery
Día de Oakwood was born as a collaboration between the organizers of the Day of the Dead 5k. The installation consists of several large scale ofrendas at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. The work celebrates all the traditional aspects of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). Three family-friendly events will be held on October 25, November 1 and November 2, … [Read more...] about Día de Oakwood: Day of the Dead celebration at Historic Oakwood Cemetery
North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
The North Carolina Whirligig Festival takes place in downtown Wilson, a little less than an hour east of Raleigh, on Saturday, November 1, and Sunday, November 2, 2025. Times The Whirligig Festival is a two-day arts festival that showcases the arts of the region, including whirligigs, North Carolina folk art created by local artist Vollis Simpson. Whirligigs are 20 to 50 feet in … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
Taste of China: Chinese Food & Culture Festival in Cary Nov 1
Taste of China: Chinese Cuisine & Culture Festival is a celebration of Chinese culture, including authentic cuisine, traditional performances and cultural exhibits. It's co-hosted by the Town of Cary and the Chinese-American Friendship Association of North Carolina. The festival takes place Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 321 S Academy Street … [Read more...] about Taste of China: Chinese Food & Culture Festival in Cary Nov 1
Holly Springs Diwali on Nov. 1
TUTA is presenting the Grand Diwali Festival on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., at Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina. Admission and parking are free. Please bring your own chair or mat. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Holly Springs Diwali on Nov. 1
Trunk or Treat at St. Paul’s Christian Church Nov. 1
St. Paul's Christian Church, 3331 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Trunk or Treat on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend and open to all. There will be indoor kids' activities from 4 to 5 p.m., and then the trunk or treat outside from 5 to 6 p.m. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at St. Paul’s Christian Church Nov. 1
Trunk or Treat with Kind Behavioral Health — sensory-friendly event Nov. 1
Kind Behavioral Health, 1012 Slater Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It's free to attend. Please RSVP. Come join us for a sensory-friendly Trunk or Treat and pumpkin decorating event! Along with Kind Behavioral Health, several local providers will be there to share about their services and connect with … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat with Kind Behavioral Health — sensory-friendly event Nov. 1
