Children's Art Classes of Raleigh, at 6119 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating its grand opening by hosting open houses every Saturday in May, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You’re invited to celebrate the grand opening of Children’s Art Classes of Raleigh with a free, family-friendly open house. Come tour this brand-new, fully stocked art studio designed just for kids ages … [Read more...] about Open Houses at Children’s Art Classes of Raleigh in May
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Party in Your Park: free family fun, free food and more at Orchard Park on May 30
Durham Parks & Recreation's newest event series, Party in YOUR Park, brings family fun to neighborhood parks. It will be taking place quarterly at different parks around Durham, North Carolina. These free events features: Next up: Orchard Park1000 S Duke Street, Durham, NCSaturday, May 30, 202611 a.m. to 1 p.m.Facebook event … [Read more...] about Party in Your Park: free family fun, free food and more at Orchard Park on May 30
4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
4th Annual International Children’s Day and Luisito's Bilingual Book Fair will take place Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages. It features performances, authors, and family activities. Featured Performances: Featured … [Read more...] about 4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
Eco Kids Event on May 30: Nature’s Secret Superpowers
South Wake Conservationists' goal is to conserve and improve wildlife habitat and diversity through conservation projects and outreach. They host many events for both adults and kids. One of South Wake Conservationists' popular programs is Eco Kids. The mission of Eco Kids is to engage the younger generation to develop a lifelong appreciation of the natural habitat and wildlife, and to learn, … [Read more...] about Eco Kids Event on May 30: Nature’s Secret Superpowers
Book Festival at Durham Central Park May 30
Mend My Broken Pieces is hosting a Book Festival on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 1:30 to 3 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. (Please note the time change. It was originally 1 p.m., which you see in the flyer.) At this free, family-friendly community event you will connect with local authors and vendors. Food vendors and craft vendors will also be on … [Read more...] about Book Festival at Durham Central Park May 30
Smithfield’s Independence Day Celebration July 3
The Town of Smithfield's annual Independence Day Celebration will take place on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. Festivities include: Public parking is available in the county parking lots located on Johnston Street and 2nd Street and at the public library at 301 E Market … [Read more...] about Smithfield’s Independence Day Celebration July 3
Knightdale’s Independence Day Festival: Fourth on First Avenue
Celebrate the 4th of July at Knightdale's Fourth on First Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. Look for updates on the Facebook event. 4th of July Festivities … [Read more...] about Knightdale’s Independence Day Festival: Fourth on First Avenue
Wendell 4th of July Fireworks July 2
The Town of Wendell is hosting its 4th of July fireworks celebration on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Wendell Park, 601 West Third Street, Wendell. This free event features a bigger fireworks show for America 260, a concert from The Main Event Band, golf cart and bike parade, crowd performers. food trucks and more. Wendell Park will be closed beginning at 9 PM July 1, and all … [Read more...] about Wendell 4th of July Fireworks July 2
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk May 29, including Makers Market, Live on the Lawn, much more…
The last Friday of every month, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be entertainment, which might be live music, circus performers, spoken word poetry and more. Art receptions and events take place … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk May 29, including Makers Market, Live on the Lawn, much more…
One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with fire spinning by Caroleena & Friends in Cary
During Cary's Final Friday Art Loop, make sure to visit the site of the old library, 310 S Academy Street, for One Tribe Final Friday Drum Circle with Fire Spinning by Caroleena and Friends on Friday, May 29, 2026. The drum circle will be taking place from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with a fire performance by Caroleena and friends at 8 p.m. It generally takes place the last Friday of the month. Bring … [Read more...] about One Tribe Final Friday drum circle with fire spinning by Caroleena & Friends in Cary
