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
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Crossroads Plaza Weekly Fall Music Series
Crossroads Plaza, at 213 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, is presenting Crossroads Plaza Weekly Fall Music Series. This is a free concert series taking place on Thursdays in October, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. There is limited patio seating, so please bring your lawn chair. The concerts will be held on The Patio near Subway. Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series … [Read more...] about Crossroads Plaza Weekly Fall Music Series
Fall Festival at Park West Village: trick or treating, outdoor movie, hayrides, more…
Park West Village, 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville, is hosting a fall festival on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free event. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Park West Village: trick or treating, outdoor movie, hayrides, more…
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
Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
We've put together a list of Christmas trains throughout North Carolina. For attractions outside of the Triangle, we've indicated the number of miles it is from Raleigh. Please adjust the distance from your own starting point. Caveat: Not all of these train rides are cheap. Some of these are pretty pricey. But we're including them anyway, because they are so popular. Also, please note … [Read more...] about Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
Funds being distributed to disabled people who have lost SNAP benefits
UPDATE: New Disabled South has reached their limit of how much money they can distribute and has taken down the application. UPDATE: New Disabled South has reached their limit of how much money they can distribute and has taken down the application. New Disabled South is an organization that helps disabled people in 14 southern states, including North Carolina and South Carolina. They … [Read more...] about Funds being distributed to disabled people who have lost SNAP benefits
Gopuff donating $10 million in free groceries to SNAP recipients
Gopuff is donating up to $10 million in free groceries to SNAP recipients. Millions of Americans could lose access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the ongoing government shutdown. Gopuff is committing up to $10 million in total relief, offering $50 worth of groceries for free – broken into two $25 credits during the month of November – to customers who … [Read more...] about Gopuff donating $10 million in free groceries to SNAP recipients
Emergency distribution for furloughed federal workers Oct. 29: Free diapers and more
Diaper Bank of North Carolina is hosting an emergency distribution for furloughed federal workers on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The distribution will take place in the back parking lot. Federal workers experiencing financial hardship due to the ongoing federal furlough are invited to attend and receive free … [Read more...] about Emergency distribution for furloughed federal workers Oct. 29: Free diapers and more
(Dis)connected: Tales of Poe, Shelley, Fears and Fury by Carolina Dance Theater Oct. 29
Carolina Dance Theater presents (Dis)connected: Tales of Poe, Shelley, Fears and Fury on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 7 p.m., at Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 to $18. Purchase tickets. Classic tales take on a new twist as dance takes us where words alone can not. Confront your fears as the power and fury of movement immerse the audience and … [Read more...] about (Dis)connected: Tales of Poe, Shelley, Fears and Fury by Carolina Dance Theater Oct. 29
Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29
Centenary United Methodist Church, ata 140 E Market Street, Smithfield, North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free event features inflatables, games, hot dogs, cake walks, crafts, and trunk-or treat. The entire event is totally free. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Families are welcome to float in and out as they like. … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29
