Skate Raleigh and Leadership Raleigh are hosting Wheel-a-Thon on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Conlon Family Skatepark, 905 U.S. 401, Raleigh, North Carolina. Wheel-a-Thon is an afternoon of skating, food, hanging with friends, and raising money for better skating opportunities in Raleigh. Conlon Family Skatepark was just the start for Skate Raleigh. The organization is already … [Read more...] about Wheel-a-Thon at Conlon Family Skatepark in Raleigh April 12
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Easter Egg Hunt, Magic Show, More, at Parkside Town Commons April 12
Bring the kids to Parkside Town Commons, 7129 Okelly Chapel Road, Cary, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., for an Easter Egg Hunt. This is a free event that includes: The event takes place near Five Guys. Weather permitting. While supplies last. Some eggs contain toys that are suitable for ages 4 and up. Event is subject to change without notice. … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunt, Magic Show, More, at Parkside Town Commons April 12
Junior League of Raleigh’s 10th Annual Touch-a-Truck April 12
Junior League of Raleigh is hosting its 10th annual Touch-a-Truck on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at North Carolina Highway Patrol Driving Track, 280 E Tryon Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Sensory friendly hour will be from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. During this time there will be no horns or lights. Tickets are $10. Kids can safely explore big trucks and heavy machinery. In … [Read more...] about Junior League of Raleigh’s 10th Annual Touch-a-Truck April 12
Triangle Drive-In: A Minecraft Movie
Enjoy an iconic drive-in movie experience right in Raleigh! Triangle Cinemas and Drive-In is showing drive-in movies at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, every weekend. Gates open at 7 p.m., and the movie starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $11 for adults and $9 for children 12 and under (plus fees.) Triangle Cinemas and Drive-In Schedule: Learn more and buy tickets. … [Read more...] about Triangle Drive-In: A Minecraft Movie
NCMA Family Movie Night: Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds on April 12
North Carolina Museum of Arts is hosting a Family Movie Night on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the SECU Auditorium in the East Wing. The movie is Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds. Tickets are $10 ($12.87 with fees when purchased online.) Tickets for museum members are $5. Tickets for children 6 and under are free. Purchase tickets here. North Carolina Museum of Art is at … [Read more...] about NCMA Family Movie Night: Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds on April 12
Grand Opening of The Makery at Boxyard RTP April 11
Celebrate the grand opening of The Makery at Boxyard by Kidzu Children's Museum, at 900 Park Office Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The Makery will be a hub for creativity and innovation, a place for upper elementary kids, tweens, and adults to dive into hands-on crafting, 3D printing, robotics, and more. Definitely check it out if you're into design thinking, upcycling, or digital … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of The Makery at Boxyard RTP April 11
Mental Health Matters — panel discussion
Pastor Jahmar Cobb is leading a discussion about mental health, along with panelists who have important insight. Mental Health Matters (A Real Talk Event) takes place Friday, April 11, 2025, at 7 p.m., at Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 12520 Holly Springs New Hill Road, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. Dress is casual and refreshments will be served at intermission. All are … [Read more...] about Mental Health Matters — panel discussion
Pullen Amusements extends hours for the spring — plus special activities Friday nights
Pullen Park Amusements, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, has started to stay open later for the spring, giving everyone more time to enjoy the carousel, playground and train ride. The new hours, which started March 21, 2025, are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the week. The train runs until sunset. In addition, there will be special entertainment on Friday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. … [Read more...] about Pullen Amusements extends hours for the spring — plus special activities Friday nights
Free computer workshop and drop-in tech help at Chapel Hill Public Library
Want to learn more about computers? Or do you need some tech help? Instructors from the UNC School and Information and Library Science are offering their expertise and assistance at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The programs are free, but require registration. Registration for each program is at … [Read more...] about Free computer workshop and drop-in tech help at Chapel Hill Public Library
Great deals on LEGO Star Wars sets for Star Wars Day
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May 4th, 2025, is Star Wars Day. (May the Fourth be with you!) There are lots of fun Star Wars Day events in the Triangle, including movies, costume parties and markets. Amazon has a number of LEGO Star Wars sets on sale right now! The current discount, at the time of this post, is generally 20%, but that can change at any time. The price can go up or down, or items can sell out. Here are … [Read more...] about Great deals on LEGO Star Wars sets for Star Wars Day
