Businesses in Downtown Hillsborough are participating in a trick or treat event on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (Neighborhood trick or treating takes place on Halloween, as always.) Dozens of participating businesses will be handing out free candy and goodies. Look for updates, including a list of participating businesses, on Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce's … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Downtown Business Trick or Treat Oct. 25
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Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides and more fall farm activities in the Raleigh and the Triangle — updated for 2024
Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas are ready for fall and Halloween! Here's a list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches fall farm activities and more, for the 2024 season. Some of these are a little bit of a drive, and are in areas that we don't typically include in Triangle on the Cheap, but are worth checking out. The attractions on this list are family-friendly. Some … [Read more...] about Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides and more fall farm activities in the Raleigh and the Triangle — updated for 2024
20th annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield’s Riverside Cemetery Oct 24
Johnston County Heritage Center is hosting a ghost walk through Riverside Cemetery, at Front and Church Streets, in Smithfield, on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. At this event, six 18th century personalities will be brought to live by interpreters. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for students. Free for children under age 5. There's no preregistration. First-come, … [Read more...] about 20th annual Historical Ghost Walk in Smithfield’s Riverside Cemetery Oct 24
Harvest Festival at Duke Gardens Oct. 20
Sarah P. Duke Gardens, at 420 Anderson Street, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting its Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free event, and no registration is required. Parking fees, $2 per hour, apply. This festival takes place outdoors, at Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden. The location requires traveling on a combination of paved and unpaved paths with … [Read more...] about Harvest Festival at Duke Gardens Oct. 20
Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival at Durham Armory Oct. 20
The Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival, North Carolina's oldest running zine fest, will be at The Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It's open to the public and free to attend. The Zine Machine is calling all lovers of zines, comics, posters and assorted do-it-yourself printed matter for a festival of autonomous, … [Read more...] about Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival at Durham Armory Oct. 20
Halloween Spooktacular in Hillsborough
Orange County NC Recreation is hosting a Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m. It takes place on the field behind Orange County Central Recreation Center, 302 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina. This is a free event, with no registration required. The Spooktacular features: … [Read more...] about Halloween Spooktacular in Hillsborough
NatureFest at North Carolina Botanical Garden Oct 19
North Carolina Botanical Garden, 100 Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting NatureFest on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m. This FREE event is a family-friendly celebration of native plants and animals. Explore the wonders of nature through a variety of engaging outdoor activity stations. Food will be available for purchase. This event is designed for families … [Read more...] about NatureFest at North Carolina Botanical Garden Oct 19
Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat Monster Mash Oct. 20
Live It Up Hillsborough is presenting Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat Monster Mash on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m. The event will take place along Hillsborough Street between Logan Ct and Pogue St and the adjacent side streets. Maps will be supplied to trick-or-treaters from the check-in booth. There will be traditional candy stations along the central zone of Hillsborough … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Street Trick or Treat Monster Mash Oct. 20
Western Wake Children’s Business Fair
The Western Wake Children's Business Fair features young minds showcasing their creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. It takes place October 19, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Thomas Brooks Park (USA Baseball National Training Complex), 200 Brooks Park Lane, Cary, North Carolina. Admission is free. Shop a vibrant marketplace featuring a wide range of products and services … [Read more...] about Western Wake Children’s Business Fair
Fall Fest in North Hills’ Makers Alley
Fall Fest in Makers Alley takes place North Hills' Makers Alley, 540 St. Albans Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 4 to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. The event features: … [Read more...] about Fall Fest in North Hills’ Makers Alley
