The 6th Pop Swap Fest will take place at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. At this free event, there will be more than 50 local vendors, interactive and engaging art experiences, live music and performances, and more. This is a great chance to get some of your holiday shopping done. … [Read more...] about Pop Swap Fest — Free Community Arts Festival at Durham Central Park
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Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary
Cary's historic organic teaching farm, Good Hope Farm, 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, Cary, is hosting Harvest Fest on three dates this fall, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., on each: These are free events, for all ages. The whole family can enjoy kids' activities, shopping booths from sustainable sellers and chatting with local environmental experts. Harvest Fest activities There is no parking … [Read more...] about Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary
Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kickoff Nov 18
Ring in the holiday season with the Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kick-Off on Saturday, November 18, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on South White Street, in Downtown Wake Forest. This is a free event. Learn about Wake Forest Cares' Holiday Donation Drive and other programs. Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kick-Off will feature a number of fun, family-friendly activities: Carolina Hurricanes The … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kickoff Nov 18
Snow Much Fun: Winter Carnival at Dix Park (free registration starts Nov 15)
Snow Much Fun is a FREE winter carnival at Dorothea Dix Park's Chapel, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 3 to 8 p.m. Although it's free, tickets are required and space is limited. Registration opens November 15, 2023, at 12 p.m. This family-friendly event features indoor and outdoor winter-themed activities: At 3 p.m., Disney's Frozen … [Read more...] about Snow Much Fun: Winter Carnival at Dix Park (free registration starts Nov 15)
Family Volunteer Day at Marbles Kids Museum (and many more volunteer activities with Activate Good)
The winter holidays, starting with Thanksgiving, are a time when many families and individuals are especially interested in volunteering. The holidays can being a renewed sense of gratitude and a desire to give back. Parents often want their children, who receive so much, to have the experience of helping others. And with cold weather on the way, many members of our community are especially … [Read more...] about Family Volunteer Day at Marbles Kids Museum (and many more volunteer activities with Activate Good)
Salem Baptist Preschool Holiday Market, including free pictures with Santa
Salem Baptist Preschool is holding its Holiday Market on November 17 and 18, 2023. the hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, and attendance is free. The address is 1821 N Salem Street, Apex, NC. Shop from 60+ local vendors. There will also be a fundraising raffle and a bake sale. Santa will be at the holiday market for free pictures on Saturday, November 18. Follow Salem Baptist … [Read more...] about Salem Baptist Preschool Holiday Market, including free pictures with Santa
Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo in Chapel Hill Nov 12
Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture and Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation are hosting the Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo on Sunday, November 12, 2023. It will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the American Legion, 1714 Legion Road, Chapel Hill. Food vendors will provided plenty of options for purchase, and local non-profits will provide participatory activities for all … [Read more...] about Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo in Chapel Hill Nov 12
Garden Party: Diwali Celebration at Kidzu Children’s Museum
Kidzu Children's Museum, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina is hosting Garden Party: Diwali Celebration on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This is a free event. This will be the last garden event of the season, and will be a Diwali celebration, with lights, crafts, music, dance and henna. … [Read more...] about Garden Party: Diwali Celebration at Kidzu Children’s Museum
Triangle Toy Takeaway at New Horizon Church in Durham — free toys for kids Nov 11
New Horizon Church, 100 Horizon Place, Durham, is hosting the Triangle Toy Takeaway on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. At this event families from around the Triangle are welcome to come and shop for new and "like new" toys for their kids of all ages. The best part? It's all FREE. Shoppers do not to qualify or to prove their need. The church trusts that all who come to … [Read more...] about Triangle Toy Takeaway at New Horizon Church in Durham — free toys for kids Nov 11
Santa’s Workshop at Abbotts Creek Community Center
Join the Raleigh Youth Council at Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC, for Santa's Workshop at Abbotts Creek. This FREE event takes place Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event includes: Toy donations are appreciated. This event is intended for families with children ages 0-12. … [Read more...] about Santa’s Workshop at Abbotts Creek Community Center
