Every Tuesday from April 15, through November, 2025, except May 13, Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, is hosting Storytime with Barnaby D. Troll. This free program is for children ages 2 to 5, and takes place at The Leaf at 10:30 a.m. This is a free event. Instructor Ms. Bryce will read children’s stories, sing a song or two and re-create the stories through play and … [Read more...] about Storytime with Barnaby D. Troll at Durham Central Park
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Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 23
Packapalooza is a huge, free, family-friendly block party and street festival welcoming the Wolfpack back to campus. It takes place on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The whole community is invited to this free street festival. The festival includes music, games, vendors and … [Read more...] about Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 23
North Hills Kids: Kidchella Aug. 19
UPDATE: North Hills announced on Facebook that the July 15th event is going to start at 10 a.m. instead of 9:30 a.m. because of weather. Once a month this summer, there will be free kids' activities at Midtown Park at North Hills, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. North Hills Kids takes place the 3rd Tuesday of the month, from June to August, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 … [Read more...] about North Hills Kids: Kidchella Aug. 19
Family Fall Festival in Raleigh Sept. 11: Food trucks, games, crafts, vendors…
NC Vibes is hosting a Family Fall Festival on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m., at 3117 Poplarwood Court, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This festival features: Family friendly and pet friendly. … [Read more...] about Family Fall Festival in Raleigh Sept. 11: Food trucks, games, crafts, vendors…
Demo Daze at Downtown Cary Park Aug. 22: live art demos all evening
In anticipation of Lazy Daze on August 23 and 24, Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Demo Daze on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. This is a free event for the whole family, and even features Doodle Daze, an interactive art zone just for kids. Watch artists create across a variety of artistic media, ask questions, and maybe even try your hand … [Read more...] about Demo Daze at Downtown Cary Park Aug. 22: live art demos all evening
GalaxyCon Street Fest July 26-27 — Live wrestling, music, more…
Whether or not you have tickets to GalaxyCon, you can still enjoy GalaxyCon Street Fest on July 26 and 27, 2025, for free! The FREE festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh, and features live DJs and musicians, live wrestling, celebrity appearances and signings, food trucks, vendors, and iconic fan cars. GalaxyCon Street Fest Highlights Check out the whole … [Read more...] about GalaxyCon Street Fest July 26-27 — Live wrestling, music, more…
Bubble Fest at Moore Square July 27
Bubble Fest is a fun, free event presented by Pomona Pop Ups. It takes place at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, July 27, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. Celebrate and enjoy bubbles: The festival will also include: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Bubble Fest at Moore Square July 27
Five County Sunday July 27: Carolina Mudcats Tickets $7 for Residents of “Five Counties”
The Carolina Mudcats are the Minor League Baseball Class-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. They play at Five County Stadium, 1501 NC 39 Hwy, Zebulon, North Carolina. Tickets start at $14. 2025 Five County Family Sunday Games On Sunday afternoon games, box seat tickets are just $7 if you are a resident of one of the "five counties" of Five County Stadium: In addition, after the … [Read more...] about Five County Sunday July 27: Carolina Mudcats Tickets $7 for Residents of “Five Counties”
Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
The sunflowers are in bloom at Dix Park! To celebrate the 10th birthday of the sunflower field, Dix Park is hosting a 10th Birthday Party at the Sunflower Field on Saturday, July 26, 2025. The address is 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, but keep reading for information on directions and parking. The festivities take place in the morning and evening. The party is free. Morning … [Read more...] about Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
FestiBull of Lights: An Immersive Light Experience at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
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Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting FestiBull of Lights, An Immersive Light Experience, from November 20, 2025, to January 3, 2026. Grand opening weekend is November 20 to 23, and then regular opening is November 26 to January 3, every day except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Hours are 5:30 to 9 p.m. each night. Read … [Read more...] about FestiBull of Lights: An Immersive Light Experience at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
