NC State Extension has announced Farm Animal Days, a FREE program for kids and families. The event, hosted by the Lake Wheeler Road Field Library, takes place at NC State University Beef Educational Unit, 4505 Mid Pines Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. (2 miles south of I-40) You must enter the facility from Mid-Pines Road. It happens just once a year and it's FREE. Farm Animal Days is … [Read more...] about Farm Animal Days with NC State Extension
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Shakespeare in the Park — a free evening of performances at North Carolina Museum of Art on Apr. 23
Carolina Shakespeare is presenting Shakespeare in the Park on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., in the Museum Park at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. No registration is required. Carolina Shakespeare performs in full costume, presenting five 20-minute scenes from some of Shakespeare’s most well-known plays: … [Read more...] about Shakespeare in the Park — a free evening of performances at North Carolina Museum of Art on Apr. 23
Earth Day Pop-Up at Book Harvest’s Storywalk April 22
Book Harvest is holding an Earth Day Pop-Up Event on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Edison Johnson Recreation Center, 500 West Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. The event is free, but please register. Join Book Harvest at the storywalk for a fun afternoon in nature! Enjoy exploring nature through stories. In collaboration with the Museum of Life & Science, Book … [Read more...] about Earth Day Pop-Up at Book Harvest’s Storywalk April 22
Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at Fenton, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. The celebration takes place by Paragon Theaters. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Earth Day Celebration at Blackwood Farm Park in Chapel Hill on Apr. 22
Orange County Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks & Recreation is hosting an Earth Day Celebration on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Blackwood Farm Park, 4215 NC-86, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy environmental and family-friendly hands-on activities, hikes, and local vendors—all designed to educate, inspire, and entertain in the … [Read more...] about Earth Day Celebration at Blackwood Farm Park in Chapel Hill on Apr. 22
Library Fest with Durham County Library — “The Stories That Built U.S.” April 20-25
Join Durham County Library in the community celebration of Library Fest. Taking place April 20 to 25, 2026, Library Fest will showcase the many diverse ways the library can be a part of your life. This year, the focus of Library Fest is "The Stories that Built U.S." Programs take place at a variety of venues. Library Fest Events The week-long celebration includes a variety of programs, … [Read more...] about Library Fest with Durham County Library — “The Stories That Built U.S.” April 20-25
Pullen Park’s Electric Train Celebration Weekend Apr. 17-19
Pullen Park Amusements, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Electric Train Celebration the weekend of April 17 to 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. Celebrate the new electric C.P. Huntington train. Activities include Check out the full schedule here. Tickets There's no admission charge, but there is a charge for amusements and activities. Ticketing options … [Read more...] about Pullen Park’s Electric Train Celebration Weekend Apr. 17-19
Carrboro Day, Earth Day and Open Streets April 19
Carrboro, North Carolina, will celebrate Earth Day, Carrboro Day, and Open Streets on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. This combined celebration will bring people together for an afternoon of eco-friendly activities and outdoor fun. Enjoy a car-free Weaver Street as downtown Carrboro transforms into vibrant spaces for cycling, walking, and exploring green initiatives. The idea of … [Read more...] about Carrboro Day, Earth Day and Open Streets April 19
Calico Makers Spring Market Apr. 18 and 19
Calico Studio, at 1411 Smith Level Road, Chapel Hill, is hosting Calico Makers Spring Market on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. This free event will feature 22 local artists, as well as music, art activities and food trucks. Admission is free and the art activities are free too. Saturday, Music Lineup Sunday, Music Lineup Food … [Read more...] about Calico Makers Spring Market Apr. 18 and 19
Durham Earth Day Festival April 19
Durham Earth Day Festival will take place Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Durham Earth Day Festival is free to attend. This event features: Schedule: Look for more details and updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Durham Earth Day Festival April 19
