The Town of Apex and American Legion Post 124 are hosting Apex Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event takes place on the Apex Town Hall campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC. The event includes: There's no admission charge. Pay for food and drink. Several breweries will be at the event. … [Read more...] about Apex Oktoberfest on October 10
Kids
Track or Treat Halloween Express at New Hope Valley Railway
New Hope Valley Railway is also known as Triangle's Train, and is at 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, which is just 24 miles to the southwest of Raleigh. New Hope Valley Railway’s (NHVR) family-friendly Track or Treat: Halloween Express takes place on October 10, 17 and 23 and 24, 2026. Climb aboard for a festive ride through the woods, where Halloween surprises wait around every … [Read more...] about Track or Treat Halloween Express at New Hope Valley Railway
Triangle Barkitecture — pet architecture and design competition at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 10
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Triangle Barkitecture, a one-of-a-kind design competition that has architects, designers, students and creative minds creating unique, pet-inspired architecture. Triangle Barkitecture takes place October 10, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., and is free to attend. This pet architecture competition features over 20 unique builds … [Read more...] about Triangle Barkitecture — pet architecture and design competition at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 10
Blessing of the Animals at Trinity Episcopal Church on Oct. 10, including food trucks, face painting and more
Trinity Episcopal Church, 1128 S Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, is hosting its annual Blessing of the Animals event on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. It's free to attend. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Blessing of the Animals at Trinity Episcopal Church on Oct. 10, including food trucks, face painting and more
Kids in Nature Day at Lake Benson Park Oct. 10
South Wake Conservationists' Kids in Nature Day takes place Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, North Carolina. The rain date is October 11. This is a free event. Donations are welcome, though! Please pre-register. It's very helpful for planning. Fall is a great time for outdoor events, and this event is free. All kids and families … [Read more...] about Kids in Nature Day at Lake Benson Park Oct. 10
Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat at Baptist Grove Church in Raleigh Oct. 31
Baptist Grove Church, at 7109 Leesville Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. Registration is required at the above link. This free event includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat at Baptist Grove Church in Raleigh Oct. 31
Amplify Health: Monster Bash on Oct. 30
Amplify Health: Monster Bash takes place October 30, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Poe Center for Health Education, 224 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Please register here. This event includes: … [Read more...] about Amplify Health: Monster Bash on Oct. 30
Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park Oct 23
The Town of Cary's Pumpkin Flotilla takes place Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. Participation is free. Drop off your carved pumpkin on October 22, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. Floats are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Pumpkins will set sail across the Bond Park Lake at twilight (approximately 6:30 p.m.) Enjoy … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park Oct 23
Movie Night Under the Stars at Sertoma Amphitheatre Oct. 8: Monsters Inc.
The Town of Cary is hosting Movie Night Under the Stars on October 8, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event and no registration is required. Enjoy a showing of Monsters Inc. Before the movie, enjoy a fun-filled evening with a movie-themed craft, show off your singing skills … [Read more...] about Movie Night Under the Stars at Sertoma Amphitheatre Oct. 8: Monsters Inc.
Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 8: Hocus Pocus (early bird tickets are $5)
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street in Raleigh, is presenting Hocus Pocus at Movies in the Garden on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Early bird tickets are $5. Starting October 1, 2026, tickets are $10. The movie will be screened outdoors, in Raleigh Little Theatre's Stephenson Amphitheatre. Seating and food trucks open at 6 p.m. The movie starts at 7 p.m. There will be a costume parade … [Read more...] about Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 8: Hocus Pocus (early bird tickets are $5)
