The City of Raleigh Museum, with support from Moore Square and The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, are presenting an immersive living history experience at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Fall Into History takes place Friday, October 10, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. It's free to attend, and no registration is required. (Please note that this is a change of … [Read more...] about Living History in the Park at Moore Square Oct. 10
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Scare-o-lina Skies at Morehead Planetarium Oct 31 (plus a family edition on Oct. 25)
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center is hosting a special planetarium show in honor of Halloween. On Friday, October 31, 2025, Scare-o-lina Skies will explore the myths and mysteries of the night sky. Come learn about stars, constellations and celestial events through legends from ancient cultures, featuring monsters, mayhem and madness! This show is intended for adults and teens, and not … [Read more...] about Scare-o-lina Skies at Morehead Planetarium Oct 31 (plus a family edition on Oct. 25)
Take a Child Outside (TACO) Week events at Raleigh Parks and Nature Preserves Sept. 24-30
As part of Take a Child Outside (TACO) Week, the City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources will be hosting a fun-filled week of outdoor activities for kids. This annual event encourages children and families across the country to get outside, explore, and learn more about the local environment. What will you discover about yourself or your backyard? Join these special programs to … [Read more...] about Take a Child Outside (TACO) Week events at Raleigh Parks and Nature Preserves Sept. 24-30
Moth Night at White Deer Park Nature Center in Garner Sept. 24
Enjoy an evening learning about moths at White Deer Park Nature Center, 2400 Aversboro Road, Garner, North Carolina, on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Moth Night is a free event for ages 8+. Gather around the black lights to make observations for Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz 2025. Participants will use identification guides and iNaturalist to identify what they … [Read more...] about Moth Night at White Deer Park Nature Center in Garner Sept. 24
Open House with Code Wiz, Durham, on Sept. 21
Code Wiz Durham, 7001 Fayetteville Road, Suite 133, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a free open house on Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Experience hands-on demos in Robotics, Minecraft & Roblox Coding, Game Development, AI, and more. See how Code Wiz helps kids build creativity, problem-solving, and real-world tech skills—all while having fun. … [Read more...] about Open House with Code Wiz, Durham, on Sept. 21
Swift Night Out — Chimney Swift Viewing From The Willard Rooftop Sept. 17
Learn about chimney swifts on The Willard Rooftop, 9 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 5:45 to 8 p.m. Swift Night Out starts in The Willard's Horizon Ballroom at 5:45 p.m. for a program given by John Gerwin, Research Curator of Ornithology at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences and Wake Audubon board member. Chimney swifts breed and roost in … [Read more...] about Swift Night Out — Chimney Swift Viewing From The Willard Rooftop Sept. 17
Hillsborough history celebration Sept. 6: A Celebration of The Third Provincial Congress
North Carolina's revolutionary past comes to life at Hillsborough's celebration of the 250th anniversary of The Third Provincial Congress on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., in historic downtown Hillsborough. This free public event honors the pivotal 1775 gathering that helped shape the path to independence and is part of North Carolina’s America 250 commemorations. The … [Read more...] about Hillsborough history celebration Sept. 6: A Celebration of The Third Provincial Congress
Talk at Welcome Tattoo: Before the Boom — How the 60s and 70s Rewired the Future of Tattooing on Aug. 31
Welcome Tattoo, 316 West Geer Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Before the Boom: How the 60s and 70s Rewired the Future of Tattooing on Sunday, August 31, 2025, 5 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Browse a Pop-Up Shop by The BookMistress, a curated selection of rare tattoo books, vintage prints, and memorabilia from The BookMistress pop-up shop. Then at 7 p.m., the presentation … [Read more...] about Talk at Welcome Tattoo: Before the Boom — How the 60s and 70s Rewired the Future of Tattooing on Aug. 31
51st Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 27-29
Are you a coin or stamp collector? Or are you interesting in learning more? Then, the Raleigh Money Expo is for you! The Raleigh Coin Club is the Triangle's largest and longest-running coin club. Join them at the Raleigh Money Expo. The Raleigh Money Expo takes place at The Exposition Center, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from June 27 to 29, 2025. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about 51st Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 27-29
Lunch Box Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum June 26
City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, presents lectures that are often free to the public. The Museum hosts Lunch Box Lectures the 3rd Thursday of the month. Bring your lunch to the Museum and enjoy a lecture. Lunch Box LectureThursday, June 26, 202512 to 12:45 p.m.Free Join Erin Morton Pugh and Tania Tully from the City of Raleigh's Historic Preservation Unit. They have … [Read more...] about Lunch Box Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum June 26
