Once a month, N.C. Museum of Natural sciences holds a free event for teens, Teen Science Café. These events usually take place the first Friday of the month (with a couple of exceptions; see below) during the school year, from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Daily Planet Cafe, the coffee shop within the Nature Research Center, at 121 W Jones Street, Raleigh. Each cafe will includes a science … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe Nov. 7
Kids
Explore Horton Grove Nature Preserve Nov. 8
Join the Durham Open Space and Trails Commission (DOST) for a family-friendly community walk at the beautiful and historical Horton Grove Nature Preserve, 7360 Jock Road, Bahama, North Carolina, on Saturday, November 8, 2205, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration is appreciated but not required. This 1.8-mile guided walk is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, connect with nature, and learn … [Read more...] about Explore Horton Grove Nature Preserve Nov. 8
Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13-14
The Mordecai House, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, is the oldest house in Raleigh on its original location. It was build in 1785. Other structures, including the cure barn, the Ellen Mordecai Garden, St. Mark's Chapel, and more, were built in the 1800s. Normally tickets for tours are $7 for adults, and $4 for seniors and youth, with children 6 and under admitted for free. Mordecai Historic Park … [Read more...] about Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13-14
Merry & Bright, A Children’s North Pole Market at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13
Merry & Bright, A North Pole Market takes place at Historic Mordecai Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is not required, but is encouraged to help with planning. Please register at link above. Merry & Bright is a children's market by Paper & Stars Studio in partnership with Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural … [Read more...] about Merry & Bright, A Children’s North Pole Market at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 13
Get Wild: Nature Detectives with Triangle Land Conservancy Nov. 15
Triangle Land Conservancy, an organization that works to safeguard clean water and natural habitats, leads groups in guided hikes and provides outdoor programs in nature preserves in the Triangle. You can find all the upcoming events on TLC's calendar. Here is one upcoming event. Make sure to follow the link to see all the details and register. Get Wild: Nature Detectives!Saturday, November … [Read more...] about Get Wild: Nature Detectives with Triangle Land Conservancy Nov. 15
“Falconry — A Partnership with a Wild Bird of Prey” talk on Dec. 9
Wake Audubon hosts programs, open to the public, at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Nature Research Center, 121 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. You can see all the events on Wake Audubon's calendar. One upcoming event is Falconry: A Partnership with a Wild Bird of Prey, on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in the 4th floor meeting room at the Nature Research Center. The … [Read more...] about “Falconry — A Partnership with a Wild Bird of Prey” talk on Dec. 9
Soapstone United Methodist Church: Christmas Concert and Drive-through Nativity
Soapstone United Methodist Church, at 12837 Norwood Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting several Christmas events that are open to the community. Here are a few of them: The Music of Christmas ConcertSunday, December 7, 20254 p.m.Free Soapstone's choirs, handbells and instrumental ensembles will be performing. Live Drive-Through NativityMonday, December 15, and Tuesday, … [Read more...] about Soapstone United Methodist Church: Christmas Concert and Drive-through Nativity
Kings thanks military personnel with free bowling on Veterans Day
Kings Dining + Entertaining is thanking military personnel by offering free bowling on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025. All United States Veterans, Active, and Reserve military members will receive free bowling and shoe rental. All military members must show proof of service. The address is 141 Park at North Hills Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Hours are 3 to 11 p.m. … [Read more...] about Kings thanks military personnel with free bowling on Veterans Day
Santa Express at New Hope Valley Railway –– tickets on sale now
New Hope Valley Railway's very popular holiday attraction, Santa Express, is returning for 2025, and tickets are on sale now. They are very much subject to selling out. Climb aboard the Santa Express for a 50-minute festive adventure through the twinkling, holiday-decorated woods! Play along with the Santa Express I Spy game as you spot cheerful decorations along the way. And of course, Santa … [Read more...] about Santa Express at New Hope Valley Railway –– tickets on sale now
Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
All throughout the Triangle, in Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding towns, tree lighting events are marking the beginning of the holiday season. Scroll down for a big day-by-day list of tree lighting events in the Triangle. We are adding to this list all the time, so keep checking back. There are a few that haven't been announced yet. You can expect to at least get a glimpse of Santa at most … [Read more...] about Tree Lighting Celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
