Journey Church of the Nazarene is hosting a Back to School Bash next to the Perry Farms Pool, 1101 Averette Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. The church will be passing out free backpacks with school supplies, while they last. There will also be bounce houses and crafts. The church will be selling food and ice … [Read more...] about Back to School Bash hosted by Journey Church of the Nazarene in Wake Forest
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Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 9
The Durham County Sheriff's Office is hosting a Back to School Community Resource Event on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Durham County Memorial Stadium, 750 Stadium Drive, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 9
Back to School Fun Day Bash at Mt. Peace Baptist Church in Raleigh Aug. 9 — free haircuts, school supplies, braiding, more…
Mt. Peace Baptist Church and Camp Fusion present Back to School Fun Day Bash on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 1601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but registration is required by August 2, 2025. Volunteers and donations are needed. The event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Fun Day Bash at Mt. Peace Baptist Church in Raleigh Aug. 9 — free haircuts, school supplies, braiding, more…
NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo at Triangle Town Center Aug. 9
Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. This event is free to attend. Pay for food and drink. NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo features: … [Read more...] about NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo at Triangle Town Center Aug. 9
Create Cary: A Community Art Day at Waverly Place August 9
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Create Cary: A Community Art Day on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. This free event features: … [Read more...] about Create Cary: A Community Art Day at Waverly Place August 9
Smithfield River Rat Regatta August 9: Build and race a cardboard bat on the Neuse River
The Smithfield River Rat Regatta on the Neuse is scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 10 a.m. Rain date is August 23. This is your chance to test your boat-making skills in a race on the Neuse River! Spots are limited. Participants may pre-register at Smithfield Parks & Recreation Department (600 M Durwood Stephenson Pkway., Smithfield, NC 27577) up until Thursday, August 7th. … [Read more...] about Smithfield River Rat Regatta August 9: Build and race a cardboard bat on the Neuse River
Morrisville becomes S’Morrisville and celebrates s’mores August 9
On Saturday, August 9, 2025, Morrisville will become S'Morrisville, as it celebrates the delicious snacks made famous at campfires everywhere. The celebration takes place at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina, from 4 to 6 p.m. Enjoy s'mores and other treats. Activities Park at Morrisville Elementary School, 1519 Morrisville Parkway, … [Read more...] about Morrisville becomes S’Morrisville and celebrates s’mores August 9
Back 2 School Bash at Faith City Church in Clayton Aug. 9
Faith City Church, 581 Guy Road, Clayton, North Carolina, is hosting a Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event. Follow Faith City Church on Facebook for updates. The party includes: … [Read more...] about Back 2 School Bash at Faith City Church in Clayton Aug. 9
Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Raleigh Fire Museum, 105 Keeter Center Drive in Raleigh, is open just one day a month to the public, although tours can be scheduled other times. If you'd like to just walk in, though, come by the second Saturday of the month, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. It's free to visit. See photos and artifacts that tell the story of the history of firefighting. This is a small museum but it has hundreds … [Read more...] about Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
North Carolina Jerk Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of Jamaican independence and culture. It takes place Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2:30 to 8 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
