The 21st Annual Strawberry Festival takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Old North Durham Park, 310 W Geer Street, Durham. This is a free event that's been taking place every year since 2005. It's hosted by Central Park School for Children. Here's some of what happening at this event: Some of the activities are free and some have a very small cost ($1) … [Read more...] about Strawberry Festival in Durham May 2
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Durham Bulls Fan Fest March 27 (free, but you need to reserve tickets)
Durham Bulls are hosting their Fan Fest on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event is free, but tickets are required and go quickly. Reserve your tickets now. Fan Fest Features Add-on opportunities include: … [Read more...] about Durham Bulls Fan Fest March 27 (free, but you need to reserve tickets)
Arts on the Block in Raleigh April 18
Arts on the Block is a new block party for all ages, hosted by Artspace, celebrating the power of community and visual art. The festival takes place Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Historic City Market, 306 Parham Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. Historic City Market and Davie Street will come alive with local DJs, hands-on artist-led demonstrations, art … [Read more...] about Arts on the Block in Raleigh April 18
Working on the Railroad Day at New Hope Valley Railway April 25
New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill North Carolina, is bringing back a favorite event from years past: Working on the Railroad Day. It takes place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This special event invites guests of all ages to step back in time and explore the history of railroading. Meet the volunteers, explore real railroad equipment, and learn about … [Read more...] about Working on the Railroad Day at New Hope Valley Railway April 25
Create a literary marshmallow peeps diorama for Orange County Public Library’s contest
Orange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All entries need to be based on a book and family-friendly. All ages are welcome to enter! Entry Categories: Youth, Teen, Adult, and Family. Entries will be judged … [Read more...] about Create a literary marshmallow peeps diorama for Orange County Public Library’s contest
Total Tot Time: free play program in Durham for kids up to age 5 and their parents
Total Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday and Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., through May 20, 2026 No RSVP is required. This program is offered by Durham Parks & Recreation. Come and play with your children in the gym! … [Read more...] about Total Tot Time: free play program in Durham for kids up to age 5 and their parents
Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature — free event at NC Museum of Art Museum Park Apr. 11
Triangle Land Conservancy invites you to enjoy them for Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Carolina Museum of Art Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park. This is a free event. Please register here. Read on to learn about all the activities. Some of them have limited space and require registration. (Follow the above link to register … [Read more...] about Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature — free event at NC Museum of Art Museum Park Apr. 11
Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 11
The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough presents the annual Revolutionary War Living History Day to commemorate Hillsborough’s Revolutionary history. Re-enactors and activities will be set up throughout the day at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 East King Street. There will be activities at other locations in Hillsborough, as well. Please see below. The event is free and open to the … [Read more...] about Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 11
Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother’s Calling — An Earth Day Festival
Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother's Calling is an Earth Day festival on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 2 to 7 p.m., at Clouds Brewery and Taproom, 1233 Front Street, Raleigh. Join Climate Action NC and RUMAH fo rthis fun event. This is a free event. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother’s Calling — An Earth Day Festival
Holi Celebration at The Rookery Mar. 22
The Rookery, 115 Margaret Lane Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Holi celebration on Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free at this family-friendly event.. Holi colors will be available for purchase. No outside colors permitted. DJ Seth will be spinning all day. Enjoy delicious eats from Viceroy, fresh bread from Breadwala, and food from a lineup of food … [Read more...] about Holi Celebration at The Rookery Mar. 22
