WUNC presents Take a Walk on The Broadside: The Collective Final Walk. This tour is a free event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, starting at 12 p.m., at Durham Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. The tour is a project of the Broadside, a weekly podcast from WUNC, sharing stories about North Carolin and the crossroads of the South. RSVP is required. This whole loop … [Read more...] about Take a Walk on the Broadside — The Collective Final Walk in Durham
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Hidden Durham History Hike Nov. 29
Durham Parks & Recreation is presenting History Hike: Hidden Durham on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It leaves from CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. The cost is $4.50 for Durham residents and $9.50 for non-residents. Space is limited. Sign up online or at any recreation center or the administration office. For more information, call … [Read more...] about Hidden Durham History Hike Nov. 29
21st annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield’s Riverside Cemetery Oct 30
Johnston County Heritage Center is hosting a ghost walk through Riverside Cemetery, at Front and Church Streets, in Smithfield, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The tours will start at 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m.. 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Hosted by the Johnston County Heritage Center, this spooky community tradition invites you to meet historical figures from centuries past. This … [Read more...] about 21st annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield’s Riverside Cemetery Oct 30
Secrets on Capitol Square: Free guided walk Nov. 1
Join Capitol staff for a free tour of Capitol Square, 1 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina on November 1, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. On this guided walk you'll learn about the history of the 6-acre property the state Capitol calls home. The grounds have stood silent witness to more than 230 years of both city and state history, despite often being overshadowed by the Capitol building. It … [Read more...] about Secrets on Capitol Square: Free guided walk Nov. 1
Free Walking Tours of Chapel Hill
Whether you're new to the Triangle or a long-timer, check out these free walking tours of Chapel Hill. They take place on many Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The start time can differ, and the schedule changes throughout the year. There may be tours on some other days as well. Each tour is about an hour and twenty minutes. Make sure to check the schedule online to see which days the … [Read more...] about Free Walking Tours of Chapel Hill
Free Durham History Walking Tour Oct. 18
The City of Durham has a rich history, and the best way to experience it might be on foot, with someone who knows Durham's stories. Here is one upcoming event, presented by Museum of Durham History. Neighborhoods Hike with John SchelpSaturday, October 18, 202510 a.m. Across from White Star Laundromat904 9th Street, Durham, NCFree (no sign-up required) Learn the answers to questions like -- … [Read more...] about Free Durham History Walking Tour Oct. 18
Haunted Trolley Tour in Raleigh October 17-25
The very popular Haunted Trolley Tour returns to Raleigh in 2025. Discover history, mystery and lore with your ghost host on the Haunted Trolley, if you dare, for a special late-night tour of downtown Raleigh’s most haunted places. Jump aboard and keep your eyes open for ghostly visitors of years past… they’ve just been dying to have you. Recommended for ages 6 and up due to frightening … [Read more...] about Haunted Trolley Tour in Raleigh October 17-25
Living History in the Park at Moore Square Oct. 10
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
African American Walking Tour in Raleigh’s Third Ward
Learn about the Third Ward, one of Raleigh's historic Black neighborhoods, on the African American Neighborhood Walking Tour. The tours leaves from the Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC. Located by Shaw University, the Third Ward was a thriving community of culture, enterprise, and education. This tour $10 for adults and $5 per child ages 5-17. Registration is … [Read more...] about African American Walking Tour in Raleigh’s Third Ward
Free Black History Walking Tours in Downtown Raleigh Sept. 6 and 13
The City of Raleigh is offering a free Black History Walking Tour in Downtown Raleigh every Saturday from August 2 to September 13, 2025, from 10 to 11 a.m. It leaves from City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The tour will take you through the historic Black business district, where you'll learn about Black history at various points in time in the heart … [Read more...] about Free Black History Walking Tours in Downtown Raleigh Sept. 6 and 13
