Raleigh Parks and Oaks and Spokes hold frequent Learn to Ride events. Registration is required. Volunteers will help participants gain a sense of balance and control on a bicycle, without training wheels, by using the balance bike method. A balance bike is a bike with the pedals removed, which allows riders to steady themselves using their feet. Participants ages 5+ are welcome. A balance … [Read more...] about Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike
Outdoors
Art in Bloom Stargazing Community Night at NC Museum of Art March 14
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and the Raleigh Astronomy Club are joining up for a night of sky watching in the Museum Park at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. This special stargazing event is a celebration of NCMA's Art in Bloom exhibition. It celebrates the zodiac theme of … [Read more...] about Art in Bloom Stargazing Community Night at NC Museum of Art March 14
Morrisville’s Creek Week — learn about activities and volunteer opportunities
Each year, the Town of Morrisville participates in the North Carolina Clean Water Education Partnership's (NC CWEP) Regional Creek Week to raise awareness about the ecological and environmental importance of clean water. Morrisville's Creek Week, from March 14 to 22, 2026, features several community stream cleanups, stormwater drain-marking activities, educational booths at community centers, and … [Read more...] about Morrisville’s Creek Week — learn about activities and volunteer opportunities
Crowder County Park: free nature programs, and more, in March
Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests. Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and observation deck. Crowder County Park hosts many family events. Register for programs here. Space is limited … [Read more...] about Crowder County Park: free nature programs, and more, in March
Daylight Saving Nature Walk at the Plant in Pittsboro March 8
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting a Daylight Saving Nature Walk on Sunday, March 8, 2026. In honor of the Tree Museum’s one-year Birthday, enjoy a Daylight Saving Nature Walk with Amy Allen.This gentle, sensory-based walk invites you to slow down, connect with the trees, and tend to yourself during this changing of time. Guided experiences will help you drop … [Read more...] about Daylight Saving Nature Walk at the Plant in Pittsboro March 8
Carrboro Annual Kite Fly March 8
Carrboro's Annual Kite Fly takes place Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at Hank Anderson Community Park, 302 NC Hwy 54 West, Carrboro, North Carolina. This welcome-to-spring event will provide plenty of fun. Bring a kite and help fill the sky with color. A few kites will be available for those without one. This event will be canceled if it's raining. This is a free event for … [Read more...] about Carrboro Annual Kite Fly March 8
Stargazing in the Triangle — how to get started, where to go, and upcoming events
Have you wondered how to get started with stargazing in Raleigh and the rest of the Triangle? You'll have a great start with this guide written by Xiao-Ming Porter, who was, at the time, an undergraduate student employee at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center at UNC Chapel Hill. Learn where to go for skywatching or stargazing, what to look for in the sky, tools that will help you identify … [Read more...] about Stargazing in the Triangle — how to get started, where to go, and upcoming events
Astronomy Night in Wake Forest March 7
Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department, in collaboration with the Raleigh Astronomy Club, is hosting Astronomy Night at Joyner Park Community Center, 703 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 7 to 8 p.m. This is a FREE event, but pre-registration is required to secure your spot. Registration at … [Read more...] about Astronomy Night in Wake Forest March 7
Open Farm at Sunrise Community Farm Center on Saturdays
Sunrise Community Farm Center, 6407 Millhouse Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a community farm inclusive of all ages, abilities, backgrounds and interests. Sunrise Community Farm Center hosts an Open Farm event every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. These take place all year, rain or shine. There are plenty of covered and weather proofed areas so that you can enjoy the visit regardless of … [Read more...] about Open Farm at Sunrise Community Farm Center on Saturdays
Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
Morehead Planetarium + Science Center frequently facilitates skywatching sessions, during which guests can look through telescopes at the night sky and learn about what they're seeing. Sometimes Morehead Planetarium is joined by other groups, who also help with the event. In general these are free events. Upcoming Skywatching Events Skywatching at Little River Regional ParkFriday, March … [Read more...] about Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
