Cary's historic organic teaching farm, Good Hope Farm, 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, Cary, is hosting Harvest Fest on two dates this fall, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., on each: These are free events for all ages. Enjoy live music, kids' activities, a food truck and beer vendor, shopping booths from sustainable sellers and chatting with local environmental experts. Harvest Fest Vendors There … [Read more...] about Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary Oct. 18
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Diwali Mela at Brier Creek, including fireworks, Oct. 18
Celebrate Diwali at Brier Creek! Brier Creek Commons is hosting Diwali Mela -- A Festival of Lights on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., by the Brier Creek Clocktower, 8531 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event and everyone is welcome. Enjoy: The celebration will conclude with a grand finale fireworks show. … [Read more...] about Diwali Mela at Brier Creek, including fireworks, Oct. 18
Lowe’s gives away Dalmatian plush toy Oct. 11
On October 11, 2025, Lowe’s is reminding families about the importance of fire safety by giving away a FREE exclusive Lowe’s x First Alert Fire Dalmatian Plush at each location nationwide — starting at 10 a.m. Quantities are limited and the plush toy is available while supplies last. Make sure to get there early. No purchase necessary, but the giveaway is available only for MyLowe’s Rewards … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away Dalmatian plush toy Oct. 11
Hillsborough Elementary School Fall Festival Oct. 11 — includes touch-a-truck
Hillsborough Elementary School, 402 N. Nash Stree, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It's free to attend and open to all. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Elementary School Fall Festival Oct. 11 — includes touch-a-truck
Grand Opening Celebration of Youngsville Animal Hospital, including free food and giveaways
Youngsville Animal Hospital is celebrating the grand opening of their new location, at 5096 NC 96 Hwy W, Youngsville, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event features: Youngsville Animal Hospital has served families for 10 years. The new facility includes: … [Read more...] about Grand Opening Celebration of Youngsville Animal Hospital, including free food and giveaways
PlantFest at Blackwood Farm Park
Orange County Master Gardeners are hosting Plant Fest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Blackwood Farm Park, 1440 New Hope Church Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a free event. PlantFest includes many activities for kids, as well as the plant sale and an art sale. The plant sale will offer many native plants, including some that are hard to find at local … [Read more...] about PlantFest at Blackwood Farm Park
Spooky Outdoor Movie Night in Fenton Square: Halloweentown Oct. 9
Fenton Square, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting an outdoor movie on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. This is a free event. Get into the Halloween spirit with Halloweentown! Bring your own chairs or blankets, and treat yourself to food and drink from one of Fenton's restaurants. Costumes are welcome! … [Read more...] about Spooky Outdoor Movie Night in Fenton Square: Halloweentown Oct. 9
Railroad Days Festival in Selma Oct 3-5
Selma Railroad Days takes place from September 29 to October 5, 2025, in Selma, North Carolina. It's a festival that celebrates everything that is Selma. Selma is in Johnston County, about 31 miles southeast of Raleigh. The most complete schedule we found is on this Facebook post. Hours: The festival takes place in Downtown Selma. The festival features: Schedule Monday, … [Read more...] about Railroad Days Festival in Selma Oct 3-5
Wings Over Springs Airshow and Drone Race in Holly Springs Oct. 4
Wings Over Springs Air Show and Drone Race takes place Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina. This event is FREE for spectators. Wings Over Springs features radio-controlled model aircraft and drone racing. Enjoy demonstrations, food trucks, a charity raffle, a crawler truck area … [Read more...] about Wings Over Springs Airshow and Drone Race in Holly Springs Oct. 4
BOLD Block Party in Chapel Hill Oct. 11
BOLD Real Estage is hosting BOLD Block Party on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Governors Village, 40105 Moring, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It's free to attend and includes: … [Read more...] about BOLD Block Party in Chapel Hill Oct. 11
