YMCA of the Triangle is hosting a Kindergarten Celebration on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m., at YMCA Camp Kanata, 13524 Camp Kanata Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This event is free for graduating kindergarteners and their families. Pre-registration is required. When you sign up, you'll be automatically entered to win a free year of the Y Guides father/child program. The … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Graduation Celebration at YMCA Camp Kanata May 18 — canoeing, outdoor games, more…
Outdoors
Full Moon Fever Bike Ride on American Tobacco Trail May 10
Experience the American Tobacco Trail at night with the Full Moon Fever Bike Ride, with Durham Parks and Recreation. The ride takes place on these dates: There's no cost to participate, and you don't need to register. Depending on how far you want to ride, choose one of these two start locations and times. 7:30 p.m. - First Ride Start TimeThe first ride start is at 7:30 p.m. in front of … [Read more...] about Full Moon Fever Bike Ride on American Tobacco Trail May 10
“Stargazing with Sagan” at West Point on the Eno May 9
West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham. Scroll down for a list of upcoming events at West Point on the Eno. West Point on the Eno features: Several historic buildings are available to tour, including: The historic buildings are open and … [Read more...] about “Stargazing with Sagan” at West Point on the Eno May 9
Land & Harvest Festival with Triangle Land Conservancy June 14
Triangle Land Conservancy is hosting its first Land & Harvest Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Williamson Farm and Nature Preserve, 4429 Mial Plantation Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but registration is required. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Land & Harvest Festival with Triangle Land Conservancy June 14
Free outdoor events with Carolina Public Humanities
Carolina Public Humanities is hosting two events that are part of the Being Human Festival. Being Human Festival is an international collection of community-focused events, organized and presented by local artists, scholars, and educators, highlight the incredible breadth of the humanities and demonstrate how they add depth and meaning to our lives, help us understand ourselves and one another, … [Read more...] about Free outdoor events with Carolina Public Humanities
Piedmont Farm Tour — visit small NC farms April 26 and 27
Piedmont Farm Tour is a chance to visit farms (33 are participating!) in Orange, Durham, Chatham, Person and Alamance Counties in North Carolina. The farm tour takes place on April 26 and 27, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. (Some farms open at 12 p.m.) Spend the weekend celebrating local food and farming. Each farm will be sharing what makes it special, everything from fruit orchards, greenhouses and … [Read more...] about Piedmont Farm Tour — visit small NC farms April 26 and 27
Cool off at one of these 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls — a photo guide
North Carolina is a wonderland of waterfalls. This photo guide of nine North Carolina waterfalls, by Harrison Grothoff and Triangle on the Cheap, will inspire you to go on a road trip to explore one or two of these natural beauties. Since most of these waterfalls are in Western North Carolina, they're a bit of a trek from the Triangle, but we think they're definitely worth it! We've included … [Read more...] about Cool off at one of these 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls — a photo guide
Guided Nature Walk at Hemlock Bluffs with South Wake Conservationists April 11
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 Guided Nature Walk at Hemlock Bluffs with South Wake Conservationists April 11
Free Bike Workshop Series with Oaks and Spokes
Oaks and Spokes is hosting a free bike workshop series on the second Tuesday of each month at Raleigh Brewing, 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The workshops take place in January, February, March, and April, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 14th: Flat Repair and Demystifying Tubeless Tires In this workshop, learn how to change a flat tire on both your front and rear wheels. … [Read more...] about Free Bike Workshop Series with Oaks and Spokes
Statewide Star Party with Triangle Land Conservancy April 4
As part of North Carolina Science Festival, Triangle Land Conservancy is hosting one of the many Statewide Star Parties taking place across North Carolina. TLC's Statewide Start Party takes place Friday, April 4, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Three Bears Private Preserve, 711 Beaver Dam Road, Creedmoor, North Carolina. Admission is free, but registration is required. This event is for all … [Read more...] about Statewide Star Party with Triangle Land Conservancy April 4
