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
Kids
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!
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
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
Day of the Dead celebration with Revista Latina Oct 26
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, with Revista Latina, at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event. This event includes: … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead celebration with Revista Latina Oct 26
