Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Free to participate. If you have drums, shakers, etc., please bring them, but there might be a few available to borrow. The event is held every Wednesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Pullen Park in Raleigh. In colder months it will take place at … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park
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Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials starting in April
La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, will once again host Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from April 2 to October 22, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is the 8th year for Wine Down Wednesday and it's a favorite tradition in Chapel Hill. Mingle, sip, and enjoy great weather and live music at this open social. This is a kid-friendly and dog-friendly … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials starting in April
Firefly Farm Open Farm Day on April 5 (plus info on U-pick flower season)
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and create bouquets. When you visit you may also purchase seasonal produce, meet the farm's animals, take a shady walk around a pond, enjoy a picnic, and more. Open Farm Day Firefly Farm's Open Farm Day is Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This free event is open to everyone who … [Read more...] about Firefly Farm Open Farm Day on April 5 (plus info on U-pick flower season)
Earth Evening in Hillsborough April 25
Celebrate Earth Day at Earth Evening at Farmers' Market Pavilion, River Park, 140 E Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, on Friday, April 25, 2025. This free event is part of Last Fridays Hillsborough. This event will include environmental and hands-on activities to educate, inspire and entertain, in honor of Earth Day. … [Read more...] about Earth Evening in Hillsborough April 25
NCMA Family Movie Night: Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds on April 12
North Carolina Museum of Arts is hosting a Family Movie Night on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the SECU Auditorium in the East Wing. The movie is Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds. Tickets are $10 ($12.87 with fees when purchased online.) Tickets for museum members are $5. Tickets for children 6 and under are free. Purchase tickets here. North Carolina Museum of Art is at … [Read more...] about NCMA Family Movie Night: Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds on April 12
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge Tour and Explore
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, at 7236 NC Highway 87 N, in Pittsboro, is a non-profit organization that works to protect animals from factory farms. The Refuge is a sanctuary that cares for rescued chickens, turkeys, ducks, sheep, goats, pigs and cows who come from lives of abuse, neglect and abandonment. These animals find peace and protection on 16 acres of pasture and woods, where they will … [Read more...] about Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge Tour and Explore
Mystic Highland Games at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery (and more)
Mystic Farm & Distillery is set on a 22-acre farm at 1413 Stallings Road, Durham, NC, just minutes from Downtown Durham and North Raleigh. It's a home-grown operation: they grow their own wheat and corn to distill and barrel in their 3000 square foot distillery. They've got bee hives on the farm producing honey. You can find Mystic's upcoming events by following their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Mystic Highland Games at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery (and more)
Durham Earth Day Festival April 27
Durham Earth Day Festival will take place Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Durham Earth Day Festival is free to attend. Festival Highlights Earth Day MarketFestival-goers will enjoy a showcase of environmentally friendly businesses and organizations sharing information and resources with the community. Attendees will browse and … [Read more...] about Durham Earth Day Festival April 27
Children’s Day Festival of Cary: International music, dance, crafts, food April 19
On Saturday, April 19, 2025, Children's Day Festival of Cary will take place from 1 to 7 p.m. at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Admission is free. It is a mini version of the nation-wide celebrations that have been taking place in Turkey for the past 88 years as a national holiday, a children’s version of the international festival, and an event where … [Read more...] about Children’s Day Festival of Cary: International music, dance, crafts, food April 19
Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 26
The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raulston Blooms is a garden festival for people of all ages. It features garden and nature activities, plant sales, outdoor fun, and more. Tickets are only $5, or $10 per family. Admission is free for garden members and for college students. Proceeds benefit … [Read more...] about Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 26
