Who says that kids have all the fun? Adults ages 21+ are invited to Recess: All Grown Up on Flowers Field at Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, on Saturday, March 25th, 2023, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free event. All the activities are free: DJ Luxe Posh will be playing 90 throwback tunes and party jams all day. Stonewall Sports and Marbles will be providing more games and … [Read more...] about Recess: All Grown Up — field day for adults at Dix Park
Outdoors
Fourth Friday Fire in Durham
The Fourth Friday of the month, during select months, Durham Parks and Recreation hosts Fourth Friday Fire. At these events, guests can sit next to a warm, crackling campfire, while learning about the wonder of nature from knowledgeable staff. S'mores fixings are provided! These events are free and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not … [Read more...] about Fourth Friday Fire in Durham
Skywatching with Morehead Planetarium + Science Center at Little River Regional Park March 24
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 Next up is Skywatching at Little River Regional Park, 301 … [Read more...] about Skywatching with Morehead Planetarium + Science Center at Little River Regional Park March 24
“Pay what you can” Raleigh and Durham walking tours every weekend with Tobacco Road Tours
Tobacco Road Tours is offering free walking tours in Raleigh and Durham every weekend. These tours are 90 minutes long. Registration is required. Although they are free, tips are accepted and appreciated. $15 or $20 per adult is a typical tip. They also offer reasonably priced ghost tours. If you have questions about anything, including the tour's safety measures during this time, please … [Read more...] about “Pay what you can” Raleigh and Durham walking tours every weekend with Tobacco Road Tours
West Point on the Eno: Spring Sunrise Equinox Hike, more…
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 free … [Read more...] about West Point on the Eno: Spring Sunrise Equinox Hike, more…
Spring Concert Series in Zebulon
The Town of Zebulon is presenting a Spring Concert Series in Downtown Zebulon, the 3rd Friday of the month from April to June, 2023. These free concerts will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on the front lawn of Town Hall, 1003 N Arendell Avenue, Zebulon. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music. You are free to bring picnics. There will be food trucks and beverage vendors, and craft vendors … [Read more...] about Spring Concert Series in Zebulon
Durham Public Schools Hub Farm Plant Giveaway and Open Fishing Day March 8
Durham Public Schools Hub Farm, 117 Milton Road, Durham, is hosting the Durham Public Schools Community Plant Giveaway and Open Fishing Day on Wednesday, March 8th, 2023, from 3 to 5 p.m. The Hub Farm is a 30-acre farm, forest, and aquatic educational center in Durham. At the event, there will be hundreds of FREE plants ready for you to take home and plant in your spring gardens, … [Read more...] about Durham Public Schools Hub Farm Plant Giveaway and Open Fishing Day March 8
Friday Friday Under the Stars with Raleigh Astronomy Club and Triangle Land Conservancy
In general, on the first Friday of the month, Raleigh Astronomy Club is hosting a sky viewing session at Triangle Land Conservancy nature preserves. However, in some months the event happens on Saturday: Friday Friday Under the Stars Friday, March 3rd, 20236 to 9:30 p.m.Three Bears Acres600 Beaver Dam Road, Creedmoor, NCFree, but registration is required. Come join Triangle Land … [Read more...] about Friday Friday Under the Stars with Raleigh Astronomy Club and Triangle Land Conservancy
Flannels & Frost at Moore Square rescheduled to Feb 26
Downtown Raleigh Alliance and City of Raleigh Parks and Cultural Resources are hosting Flannels & Frost at Moore Square, 226 E Martin Street, on Sunday, February 26th, 2023, from 12 to 4 p.m. Please note that this is a reschedule of the festival from Saturday, due to the weather forecast. This free event will celebrate winter, so bundle up and come on out! The winter celebration … [Read more...] about Flannels & Frost at Moore Square rescheduled to Feb 26
Fly-Thru: Drive Through Wildlife Experience at Piedmont Wildlife Center April 13
Piedmont Wildlife Center, at Leigh Farm Park, 364 Leigh Farm Road, Durham, connects people and nature through outdoor camps, school programs and more. They care for a number of animal ambassadors, including snakes, owls, turtles, hawks, rabbits, and more. Fly-Thru: A Drive Through Wildlife Experience Piedmont Wildlife Center is presenting Fly-Thru: A Drive Through Wildlife Experience on … [Read more...] about Fly-Thru: Drive Through Wildlife Experience at Piedmont Wildlife Center April 13