American Wildlife Refuge is hosting Owloween on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will take place at their location at 1000 McLemore Road, Clayton, NC. Admission is free. Local entertainers will be performing throughout. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Owloween Festival at American Wildlife Refuge in Clayton Oct. 31 (free family event)
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Five Points Fall Festival at Emmanuel Church Oct. 28
Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2100 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Five Points Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. This festival includes live music, hot drinks, trunk or treat, and games. Wear your best costume! Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Five Points Fall Festival at Emmanuel Church Oct. 28
Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 6
The City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is hosting the Annual Día de los Muertos celebration on Friday, November 6, 2026. The event takes place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and is free to attend. Presented in collaboration with Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, Artist Studio Project, and El Quixote Festival, this FREE community celebration brings families, artists, and … [Read more...] about Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 6
Trunk or Treat Extravaganza at All Saints’ UMC in Morrisville Oct. 25, including free food, face painting, more…
All Saints' UMC, at 120 Smallwood Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina, is hosting a Trunk or Treat event on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. It's free, but please register to help with planning. When you register you'll get a chance to win a Target gift card. Here's what in store for you and you family: Everything is FREE! … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat Extravaganza at All Saints’ UMC in Morrisville Oct. 25, including free food, face painting, more…
Raleigh Greek Festival Oct. 24 and 25
The Raleigh Greek Festival will take place October 24 and 25, 2026, at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 5000 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. Hours of Raleigh Greek Festival: Enjoy: Check out the food menu here. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Greek Festival Oct. 24 and 25
Clayton Harvest Festival October 22-25
The Clayton Harvest Festival will take place from October 22-25, 2026, at Horne Square, Town Square and other locations in Downtown Clayton. The four-day festival includes a midway full of carnival rides; car, motorcycle, and tractor shows; Latin American Festival; and other community-focused events, vendors, food, music, and fun. Admission is free. Pay for rides, food and drink. Check … [Read more...] about Clayton Harvest Festival October 22-25
Day of the Dead celebration with Revista Latina Oct 25
Celebrate Dia de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, with Revista Latina, at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. Look for updates in the Facebook event. This event includes: Catrinas Parade Free entry, just register! Parade down Fayetteville Street before thousands of spectators. Awards wil … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead celebration with Revista Latina Oct 25
Edward’s Battle Haunted House — free walk-through attraction raises money for kids with cancer
Edward's Battle Haunted House is the project of a Raleigh teen who has battled cancer. Every year since he received his cancer diagnosis he has created a haunted attraction for Halloween. It's free to enjoy, but donations are accepted for Make a Wish. Edward's Battle Haunted House is at 9401 S. Mere Court, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will be take place from 7 to 9 p.m. on these dates in … [Read more...] about Edward’s Battle Haunted House — free walk-through attraction raises money for kids with cancer
Durham Farmers’ Market’s Fall Fest Oct. 31
Durham Farmers' Market is holding its annual Fall Fest on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolna. Costumes are welcome! The event includes: … [Read more...] about Durham Farmers’ Market’s Fall Fest Oct. 31
Festival of Fabulous Mums at Duke Gardens Nov 6-8
Duke Gardens and Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society are presenting Festival of Fabulous Mums November 6 to 8, 2026. Hours are: It takes place at at Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend, but parking fees apply. Exhibition mums will create a dazzling floral display outdoors at the Ruth Mary Meyer Japanese Garden in the Culberson Asiatic … [Read more...] about Festival of Fabulous Mums at Duke Gardens Nov 6-8
