The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department's annual Boo Bash will take place in Downtown Wake Forest. It takes place Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event. The Halloween Boo Bash is a family-oriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. This year’s festivities will include: … [Read more...] about Halloween Boo Bash in Downtown Wake Forest Oct 18
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Halloween Spooktacular in Hillsborough Oct. 18
Orange County NC Recreation is hosting a Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. It takes place on the field behind Orange County Central Recreation Center, 302 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina. This is a free event, with no registration required. The Spooktacular features: … [Read more...] about Halloween Spooktacular in Hillsborough Oct. 18
Free fall festival at Parkside Town Commons, with pumpkin patch, trackless train, more…
Parkside Town Commons is hosting a free Pumpkin Patch Festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Parkside Town Commons is at 7129 O'Kelly Chapel Road, Cary. The festival takes place near Five Guys. The festival festures: Rain date is Sunday, October 19, 2025. … [Read more...] about Free fall festival at Parkside Town Commons, with pumpkin patch, trackless train, more…
Diwali Mela at Brier Creek, including fireworks, Oct. 18
Celebrate Diwali at Brier Creek! Brier Creek Commons is hosting Diwali Mela -- A Festival of Lights on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., by the Brier Creek Clocktower, 8531 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event and everyone is welcome. Enjoy: The celebration will conclude with a grand finale fireworks show. … [Read more...] about Diwali Mela at Brier Creek, including fireworks, Oct. 18
Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat — Witches and Warlocks Oct. 19
Live It Up Hillsborough is presenting Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat -- Witches and Warlocks on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m. The event is family-friendly, and all ages are welcome. Costumes are encouraged but not required. The event will take place along Hillsborough Street between Logan Court and Pogue Street, and the adjacent side streets. There will be check-in tables at … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat — Witches and Warlocks Oct. 19
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro Oct. 19
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2025 … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro Oct. 19
Stargazing Series at West Point on the Eno: Geminids Meteor Shower Dec. 13
West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham. Scroll down for a list of upcoming events at West Point on the Eno. West Point on the Eno features: Several historic buildings are available to tour, including: The historic buildings are open and … [Read more...] about Stargazing Series at West Point on the Eno: Geminids Meteor Shower Dec. 13
Harvest Festival at Duke Gardens Oct. 19
Sarah P. Duke Gardens, at 420 Anderson Street, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting its Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free, drop-in event, and no registration is required. Parking fees apply. Suggested parking location is in the H lot near the 2000 Lewis Street entrance. This festival takes place outdoors, at Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden (D3 … [Read more...] about Harvest Festival at Duke Gardens Oct. 19
Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 7
The City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is hosting the Annual Day of the Dead celebration on Friday, November 7, 2025. The event is in collaboration with Artist Studio Project and The Friends of COR Museum. The event takes place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and is free to attend. It features a children's Catrina altar by artist Lety Alvarez and her students. Look for … [Read more...] about Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 7
Aversboro Trunk or Treat Harvest Fest Oct. 31
Aversboro Road Baptist Church, at 1600 Aversboro Road, Garner, NC, is hosting Trunk or Treat Harvest Fest on Friday, October 31st, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. The parking lot will be full of decorated trunks, carnival-style games, inflatables, free concessions, live entertainment, and more. Costumes are welcome for kids of all ages! Enjoy a night of fun, including … [Read more...] about Aversboro Trunk or Treat Harvest Fest Oct. 31
