St. Paul's Christian Church, 3331 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. It's free to attend and open to all. All are welcome for a night of costumes, treats, and lots of fun! Decorated cars will be set up in St. Paul's parking lot, welcoming treaters and tricksters alike! Hot dogs will be served … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at St. Paul’s Christian Church Oct. 30
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Live & Local at Downtown Cary Park Nov. 21: Triangle Youth Jazz Orchestra and Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a concert series, Live & Local! Live & Local highlights local talent and creativity and will be free to enjoy. These music and dance concerts will take place at the park's Great Lawn Pavilion. Bring your own chairs and blankets. The event is suitable for all ages You can bring your own food into the park. Live … [Read more...] about Live & Local at Downtown Cary Park Nov. 21: Triangle Youth Jazz Orchestra and Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble
Wednesdays at One at Grace Lutheran Church: Free Lunch and Chocolate Making Class Nov. 18
Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting their Wednesday at One program on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Enjoy a free lunch at 12:30 p.m., and then, at 1 p.m., try a chocolate making class. The whole family is welcome. It's all FREE to attend. Please register here so that Grace Lutheran Church can make sure they have enough food and … [Read more...] about Wednesdays at One at Grace Lutheran Church: Free Lunch and Chocolate Making Class Nov. 18
Raleigh Retro Gamers
Raleigh Retro Gamers Triangle Town Market: Halloween Edition takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is free to attend and is family-friendly. Costumes are encouraged. The event features: … [Read more...] about Raleigh Retro Gamers
Light Up The Night Hillsborough Holiday Parade Dec. 6
The annual Light up the Night Hillsborough Holiday Parade will take place Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 4 to 6:30 p.m., in Downtown Hillsborough. The theme is "Classic Holiday Stories." The Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce will host the Light Up The Night Hillsborough Holiday Parade on Sunday, December 6, 2026, beginning at 4:00 pm. Downtown Hillsborough will welcome thousands of … [Read more...] about Light Up The Night Hillsborough Holiday Parade Dec. 6
Taste of China: Chinese Food & Culture Festival in Cary Nov 7
Taste of China Festival is a celebration of Chinese culture, including authentic cuisine, traditional performances and cultural exhibits. It's co-hosted by the Town of Cary and the Chinese-American Friendship Association of North Carolina. The festival takes place Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 321 S Academy Street in Cary, North … [Read more...] about Taste of China: Chinese Food & Culture Festival in Cary Nov 7
Get ready! Pullen Park’s Holiday Express tickets go on sale Oct 15
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Pullen Park Holiday Express, presented by WRAL, is back in December, 2026. Tickets will go on sale the morning of October 15, 2026, at 9 a.m. The tickets are being sold on Ticketmaster. For your best chance at getting tickets, go to the Ticketmaster page 10 minutes before 9 a.m., and make sure you're signed in to your Ticketmaster account and that you have a valid form of payment. This is the … [Read more...] about Get ready! Pullen Park’s Holiday Express tickets go on sale Oct 15
The Southern Brothas’ Thrillah Block Party at CCB Plaza Oct. 31
The Southern Brothas (TSB) are hosting the TSB Thrillah Block Party on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 7 to 10 p.m., at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a FREE, all-ages costume party. It's part of Durham Fringe Festival. Showout the Entertainer is presiding over a plaza packed with ghouls, goblins, families, and night crawlers as Major the Bull keeps an eye on … [Read more...] about The Southern Brothas’ Thrillah Block Party at CCB Plaza Oct. 31
NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art Oct. 15
NCMA After Hours is a monthly event at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It is FREE to attend. No registration is required. NCMA After Hours is designed for adults, but all ages are welcome. Enjoy an evening of art, music, and creative energy. Explore the galleries after dark, experience live music or a DJ set, and take part in hands-on art activities … [Read more...] about NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art Oct. 15
Monthly Soup Swap at The Daily Beer Bar Oct. 15
The Daily Beer Bar, at 108 E Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, is an independently owned bar and cafe in Downtown Durham. It offers beer wine, coffee, sandwiches, snacks, and more. The Daily Beer Bar also hosts events. Find them on the event page of their website, or on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Monthly Soup SwapThursday, October 15, 20266:30 p.m.Free Bring individual … [Read more...] about Monthly Soup Swap at The Daily Beer Bar Oct. 15
