Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road, Hillsborough, is bringing back its popular fall and Halloween attraction, The Witch's Haunted Barn, in 2025. This is a low-priced, family-friendly activity. It's not meant to be a very scary experience, but, instead, a whimsical look at Halloween, so it should be suitable for all kids of all ages (although, you know your child best.) There are no jump scares and … [Read more...] about The Witch’s Haunted Barn at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
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Cary Police Department hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 30
Cary Police Department is hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This is a free event. Bring family and friends to enjoy treats, costumes and community spirit. There will be themed police vehicles, including Jurassic Park, Pirates Plunder, and Sharknado. There will even be treats for … [Read more...] about Cary Police Department hosting Trunk or Treat at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 30
Fall Festival at Park West Village: trick or treating, outdoor movie, hayrides, more…
Park West Village, 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville, is hosting a fall festival on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free event. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Park West Village: trick or treating, outdoor movie, hayrides, more…
Trunk or Treat at Durham Technical Community College
Durham Technical Community College is hosting a Trunk or Treat event at its main campus, 1637 E Lawson Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This free event is for the whole community. It will take place in the Wynn Center (Building 10) on the first floor. Enjoy candy, food, music and more. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Durham Technical Community College
One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with fire spinning by Caroleena & Friends in Cary
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, October 31, 2025. The drum circle will be taking place from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with a fire performance by Caroleena and friends at 8 p.m. It generally takes place the last Friday of the … [Read more...] about One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with fire spinning by Caroleena & Friends in Cary
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
Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29
Centenary United Methodist Church, ata 140 E Market Street, Smithfield, North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free event features inflatables, games, hot dogs, cake walks, crafts, and trunk-or treat. The entire event is totally free. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Families are welcome to float in and out as they like. … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29
Trunk or Treat at Highland United Methodist Church Oct. 29
Highland United Methodist Church, at 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a trunk or treat on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. It's free and all are welcome! There will be a FREE hot dog supper at 5:30 p.m. and the trunks will open at 6:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Highland United Methodist Church Oct. 29
Five Points Fall Festival at Emmanuel Church Oct. 29
Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2100 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Five Points Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. This festival includes live music, hot drinks, trunk or treat, and games. Wear your best costume! … [Read more...] about Five Points Fall Festival at Emmanuel Church Oct. 29
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!
