Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is hosting Hargraves Fall Carnival on Friday, October 10, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. It takes place at Hargraves Community Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a free event, and no registration is required. It will feature games, entertainment and more fun, but will skip the ghouls, goblins and gore. The event is geared toward kids … [Read more...] about Hargraves Fall Carnival in Chapel Hill on Oct 10
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North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
The North Carolina Whirligig Festival takes place in downtown Wilson, a little less than an hour east of Raleigh, on Saturday, November 1, and Sunday, November 2, 2025. Check back soon. In 2024, these were the hours: Times The Whirligig Festival is a two-day arts festival that showcases the arts of the region, including whirligigs, North Carolina folk art created by local artist Vollis … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
Duke Homestead’s Halloween Phantasmagoria Oct. 24
Duke Homestead, 2828 Duke Homestead Rd, Durham, presents Halloween Phantasmagoria on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $15, plus fees and taxes. Kids age 3 and under are admitted for free. Tickets are on sale now. Purchase on Eventbrite. There will be tickets available at the door, so even if they sell out online, you should still come! This experience … [Read more...] about Duke Homestead’s Halloween Phantasmagoria Oct. 24
Haunted Hill Halloween event in Chapel Hill Oct. 24
Haunted Hill is a free Halloween event at Chapel Hill Community Center, 120 S Estes Dr Chapel Hill, on Friday, October 24, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. Grab a costume and join in for Trunk-or-Treat, a pumpkin decorating contest, games and food trucks. If you'd like to compete in the pumpkin decorating contest or host a trunk, you need to register. … [Read more...] about Haunted Hill Halloween event in Chapel Hill Oct. 24
10th Annual Zombiepalooza at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 24
The Cary's 10th annual Zombiepalooza takes place Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The event is free to attend, and will take place on the Great Lawn. If the weather is bad, it moves inside to The Cary Theater. Zombiepalooza will feature local filmmakers’ zombie short films. The films will be between one and five … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Zombiepalooza at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 24
The Witch’s Haunted Barn at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road, Hillsborough, is bringing back its popular fall and Halloween attraction, The Witch's Haunted Barn, in 2025. This is a low-priced, family-friendly activity. It's not meant to be a very scary experience, but, instead, a whimsical look at Halloween, so it should be suitable for all kids of all ages (although, you know your child best.) There are no jump scares and … [Read more...] about The Witch’s Haunted Barn at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
Halloween events at Raleigh parks and recreation centers, plus costumed kayak ride
Several Raleigh parks and recreation centers are hosting Halloween parties. Read about each of these, and then scroll down for a huge list of Halloween happenings around the Triangle! For each of these events, make sure to follow the link so that you can get more information, and register, if required. Also, find more of Raleigh Parks' fall events here. SPOOK-tacular Fall … [Read more...] about Halloween events at Raleigh parks and recreation centers, plus costumed kayak ride
La Fiesta Cultural Latina Kermes with El Futuro Sep 28
El Futuro is hosting The Latino Cultural Festival Kermes on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m., at 2020 Chapel Hill Road #23, Durham, North Carolina. This event is a free, family-friendly celebration. Facebook event. This annual festival will celebrate Latino pride as a community, highlighting the customs of countries such as Cuba, Colombia, Venezuela, Mexico, Honduras, Costa … [Read more...] about La Fiesta Cultural Latina Kermes with El Futuro Sep 28
Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 27-28
Saint Sharbel Church, at 600 Mt. Vernon Church Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting Taste of Lebanon Festival on Saturday, September 27, and Sunday, September 28, 2025. Times (tentative; check back soon for confirmation): Admission is free, and authentic Lebanese food will be available for purchase. Taste of Lebanon, Raleigh NC is a yearly vibrant cultural and food festival celebrating the … [Read more...] about Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 27-28
Carrboro Music Festival Sep 28: 100+ bands at many venues (all free)
Carrboro Music Festival returns on Sunday, September 28, 2025. The festival is free, and will feature roughly 100 bands and performers at multiple venues around Carrboro, North Carolina. The event also includes free workshops. The event starts with a kick-off open mic at Town Commons on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. and then a show at Cat's Cradle in the evening. The main … [Read more...] about Carrboro Music Festival Sep 28: 100+ bands at many venues (all free)
