Several Raleigh parks and recreation centers are hosting Halloween parties. Read about each of these, and then scroll down for a huge list of Halloween happenings around the Triangle! For each of these events, make sure to follow the link so that you can get more information, and register, if required. Also, find more of Raleigh Parks' fall events here. SPOOK-tacular Fall … [Read more...] about Witches on the Water Oct. 18, and more…
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Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary Oct. 18
Cary's historic organic teaching farm, Good Hope Farm, 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, Cary, is hosting Harvest Fest on two dates this fall, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., on each: These are free events for all ages. Enjoy live music, kids' activities, a food truck and beer vendor, shopping booths from sustainable sellers and chatting with local environmental experts. Harvest Fest Vendors There … [Read more...] about Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary Oct. 18
Halloween Boo Bash in Downtown Wake Forest Oct 18
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
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
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
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
Trunk or Treat Extravaganza at Grove Park Chapel Oct. 25 — hayrides, free hot dogs, more…
Grove Park Chapel, at 605 Sherron Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Trunk or Treat Extravaganza on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m. It's perfect for kids ages 3-12 and families. Costumes are encouraged. It's free to attend. The celebration features: … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat Extravaganza at Grove Park Chapel Oct. 25 — hayrides, free hot dogs, more…
