Kirby Derby has been a Raleigh tradition since 2002. It started when two residents of the tiny Pullen Park Terrace neighborhood (just 32 houses!) put together a neighborhood parade. On year five, the "derby" part of the event was added, with a soapbox derby race. An annual theme, a pinebox car competition for kids, costumes and silliness are all part of the tradition. In 2017 the residents of … [Read more...] about 22nd Annual Kirby Derby August 17
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Wake Forest Comic-Con August 17
Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks Street, Wake Forest. Admission is $5 and is free for kids under age 12. The event features more than 35 vendors with toys, comics, anime, Pokémon and more. More upcoming free and cheap things to do in the Triangle … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con August 17
Back to School Jamboree at Chavis Park Aug 17 — free lunch boxes, water bottles and haircuts
Families are invited to a Back to School Jamboree at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a free event. There will be bounce houses, entertainment, crafts and more. The Raleigh Police Department will be sponsoring free haircuts during the event. Free lunch boxes and water bottles are available … [Read more...] about Back to School Jamboree at Chavis Park Aug 17 — free lunch boxes, water bottles and haircuts
Sixth Annual Mud Day at Walnut Creek Wetland Center Aug 17
Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson Street, Raleigh, is hosting its sixth annual Mud Day on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event that is intended to demonstrate the importance of wetlands, as well as the importance of kids having fun outside. Come dressed to get messy and wet! The highlight is a giant mud pit! The event will include: … [Read more...] about Sixth Annual Mud Day at Walnut Creek Wetland Center Aug 17
Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more…
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is presenting a Community Book Bag Giveaway for local students. It takes place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Hargraves Community Center, 216 Roberson Street, Chapel Hill. The bookbag giveaway is for local students in grades K-12. Children must be present to receive one bookbag, assorted school supplies, and socks while supplies … [Read more...] about Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more…
Free event at Kidzu Children’s Museum: Nocturnal Nature Garden Party August 16
Kidzu Children's Museum, at 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting a free Garden Party on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This party is in celebration of International Bat Night. At Nocturnal Nature Garden Party, learn about what happens in the natural world after you go to bed. Make a beautiful lantern to light up the night, explore nocturnal animals, … [Read more...] about Free event at Kidzu Children’s Museum: Nocturnal Nature Garden Party August 16
Project CATCH Back to School Bash
Project CATCH is hosting a Back to School Bash at The Salvation Army of Wake County, 1300 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh, NC, on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This outreach event will be hosted by Project CATCH in collaboration with The Division of Child Development and Early Learning. Project CATCH will supply book bags with age-appropriate school supplies for children in Wake … [Read more...] about Project CATCH Back to School Bash
National Night Out in Smithfield — rescheduled to Aug 14
UPDATE: This event has been rescheduled to August 14. The Smithfield Police Department is hosting a National Night Out celebration on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Johnston Community College, 245 College Road, Smithfield, North Carolina. Meet local first responders and enjoy free food and activities. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather August 6. The free … [Read more...] about National Night Out in Smithfield — rescheduled to Aug 14
Customer Appreciation Days at Urban Air: 40% off all-day passes
Urban Air Adventure Park is helping people make the most of the end of summer with a special deal. Through August 25, 2024, get a 40% discount on all-day passes, valid for all attractions. Just mention "Customer Appreciation" at the location. If you book online, the discount will automatically be applied to eligible passes. In addition, if you're planning a birthday party at Urban Air, get … [Read more...] about Customer Appreciation Days at Urban Air: 40% off all-day passes
MagiCon: magic convention and festival for magicians and magic fans (many free classes & shows)
The 3rd annual MAGiCon takes place on August 9 and 10, 2024, at Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina. This festival includes events both for magicians and for fans of magic. Many of the public events, which takes place on Saturday, August 10, are FREE. Meredith College is at 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. You can find a campus and parking map here. The convention … [Read more...] about MagiCon: magic convention and festival for magicians and magic fans (many free classes & shows)
