UPDATE: Raleigh Balloon Glow took place at Dix Park in 2021. But in 2022, it is not at Dix Park. It is taking place in Efland, NC on September 23rd to 25th. Learn about the 2022 Triangle Balloon Festival. Tickets are available now for Raleigh Balloon Glow, which will take place Friday, September 24th, Saturday, September 25th, and Sunday, September 26th, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Big … [Read more...] about Raleigh Balloon Glow at Dix Park 2021
fall-festivals
Family Fun Fest in Clayton, plus outdoor movie
Flowers Plantation, at 4879 NC Hwy 42E, Clayton, is hosting Family Fun Fest on Sunday, September 19th, 2021, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Admission is free. This event features: InflatablesYard gamesConcessionsA firetruckFairy hairDJArts/crafts showSpecial appearance by the Motley Tones (pirate music) Then, at 7:20 p.m., the movie Sing will be presented on the outside 25-foot inflatable … [Read more...] about Family Fun Fest in Clayton, plus outdoor movie
Dark Raleigh Walking Tours with City of Raleigh Museum
City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is hosting a walking tour, Dark Raleigh Walking Tour, for two nights only: Thursday, October 28th, 2021Friday, October 29th, 2021 The tours leave every half hour, and last about an hour. They cost $25, or $20 if you're a member of City of Raleigh Museum: 5:30 p.m.6 p.m.6:30 p.m.7 p.m.7:30 p.m.8 p.m. (members only, includes a … [Read more...] about Dark Raleigh Walking Tours with City of Raleigh Museum
Capital City Bikefest: live music, stunt shows, more
Capital City Bikefest is a three-day family-friendly motorcycle rally in Raleigh. It takes place September 17th, 18th, and 19th, 2021, at Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson, 1126 South Saunders Street, Raleigh. This is a free festival that includes live music, stunt shows, food trucks, and more. Festival hours Friday, September 17th: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.Saturday, September 18th: 9 a.m. to 10 … [Read more...] about Capital City Bikefest: live music, stunt shows, more
Oktoberfest Party at Raleigh Brewing
Raleigh Brewing Company, 3709 Neil Street in Raleigh, is getting an early start on celebrating Oktoberfest. Their Oktoberfest celebration will take place August 28th, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music and dancing with The Little German Band, as well as the release of Raleigh Brewing's Oktoberfest Lager and more. The event is free to attend and open to all ages, although, of … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest Party at Raleigh Brewing
Triangle Family Festival — fall festival at Triangle Christian Center
Triangle Christian Center, at 11100 Fellowship Drive in Raleigh, is planning a fall festival. Triangle Family Festival will take place Saturday, October 30th, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is free event, open to the community. The first 75 guests who register will receive a Family Prize Pack. The festival includes: InflatablesHands-on activitiesArtisan vendorsFood trucksLive … [Read more...] about Triangle Family Festival — fall festival at Triangle Christian Center
Durham and Chapel Hill Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail
Notasium and Smile First Dental are presenting a Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail in Durham and Chapel Hill on Saturday, October 31st, 2020, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Families can put on their costumes and trick or treat safely, while receiving fun treats at participating businesses. For example, The Smile First Dental team, along with Notasium’s “Notasioneers,” will be giving out treats as the … [Read more...] about Durham and Chapel Hill Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail
Last weekend: Halloween light show in Raleigh at Goldman Family Lights
Every year there are several families in the Triangle who go all out on decorating their house for the Christmas season. They string thousands of lights, and even broadcast music that guests can listen to through their car radio, often synchronizing the lights to the music. At least one family who puts on a Christmas display like this is taking it a step further this year, and, for … [Read more...] about Last weekend: Halloween light show in Raleigh at Goldman Family Lights
Haunted Hills Terror Drive — drive-through haunted trail at Shakori Hills
Shakori Hills Community Arts Center, 1439 Henderson Tanyard Road, Pittsboro, is hosting a drive-through haunted trail this October. Haunted Hills Terror Drive takes place October 2, 3, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, and 31, 2020, from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $35/car for October 2, 3, 9, and 10, and $45/car for the remaining dates. You can have as many passengers as your … [Read more...] about Haunted Hills Terror Drive — drive-through haunted trail at Shakori Hills
Low Scare children’s event at Darkside Haunted Estates
Darkside Haunted Estates is a very popular haunted trail at Big Daddy's Farms, 11949 NC Hwy 222, Middlesex (about 30 minutes east of Raleigh.) It features a hayride through a ghost town and then a haunted trail that takes you to 20 haunted buildings on the estate. Read about Darkside Haunted Estates, as well as many other haunted trails, corn mazes, and fall farm activities, here. But for … [Read more...] about Low Scare children’s event at Darkside Haunted Estates
