The very popular Haunted Trolley Tour returns to Raleigh in 2025. Discover history, mystery and lore with your ghost host on the Haunted Trolley, if you dare, for a special late-night tour of downtown Raleigh’s most haunted places. Jump aboard and keep your eyes open for ghostly visitors of years past… they’ve just been dying to have you. Recommended for ages 6 and up due to frightening … [Read more...] about Haunted Trolley Tour in Raleigh October 17-25
fall-festivals
Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27 — new location
green Tamale lovers, take note! The Raleigh Tamale Festival is Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Green Road Park, 4201 Green Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a change of location, due to the weather. This will be a day of community, celebration and tamales. It will feature performances, family activities, food trucks and vendors. The highlight: Local competitors … [Read more...] about Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27 — new location
Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park Oct 25
Barktoberfest is a free event in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It's being presented by Durham Parks and Recreation and Beyond Fences. Features of Barktoberfest … [Read more...] about Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park Oct 25
Fright Night, and more, with Durham Parks & Rec
Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting several Halloween events in 2024. Make sure to follow the links to register, if required. In addition to this list, we've also added some great Halloween events at West Point on the Eno. Fright Night Fright Night is at Edison Johnson Recreation Center, 500 W. Murray Avenue, Durham, on Friday, October 17, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. This event features … [Read more...] about Fright Night, and more, with Durham Parks & Rec
Fall Festival at Pace Family Farms Sept. 27 (including free hot dogs)
Pace Family Farms, 12701 Buffalo Road, Clayton (or Archer Lodge), North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free, and there will be FREE hot dogs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Play games, and explore the farm. This is a great time to shop for pumpkings! … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Pace Family Farms Sept. 27 (including free hot dogs)
Pride: Durham — Parade and Festival Sept. 26-28
Pride: Durham Festival and Parade takes place September 26 to 28, 2025. Friday, September 26, 2025 Justice Concert and Rally5 to 9 p.m.CCB Plaza201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina Saturday, September 27, 2025 Community Parade and March12 to 2 p.m. Health and Wellness Kickback2 to 5 p.m.Duke East Campus1304 Campus Drive, Durham, NC Sunday, September 28, 2025 Food Truck and … [Read more...] about Pride: Durham — Parade and Festival Sept. 26-28
Mead Fest at Starrlight Mead: Free mini-Renaissance Festival Sept. 27
Starrlight Mead, at 130 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Mead Fest on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. This free annual event is like a mini-Renaissance Festival, with sword-fighting demos, mead-making, music, vendors, food and more. This is a family friendly event. Enjoy music by Thunder and Spice and An Gorta Mor Memorial Pipe Band, and sword fighting … [Read more...] about Mead Fest at Starrlight Mead: Free mini-Renaissance Festival Sept. 27
OctoBullFest at Bull City Burger & Brewery Sept 26-28
OctoBullFest is Bull City Burger and Brewery's Oktoberfest celebration. It takes place from start to close on Friday, September 26, to Sunday, September 28, 2025: Admission is free. You'll pay for your food and drink. Bull City Burger & Brewery is at 107. W Parrish Street, Durham, North Carolina. Festival Features … [Read more...] about OctoBullFest at Bull City Burger & Brewery Sept 26-28
St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 27
St. Eugene Catholic Church is holding the St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at J. Ashley Wall Town Square, 99 W. 3rd Street, Wendell, NC. The festival is free to attend and features live entertainment, authentic cuisine from around the world to purchase, kids' activities and a raffle. Entertainment: … [Read more...] about St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 27
Scare-o-lina Skies at Morehead Planetarium Oct 31 (plus a family edition on Oct. 25)
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center is hosting a special planetarium show in honor of Halloween. On Friday, October 31, 2025, Scare-o-lina Skies will explore the myths and mysteries of the night sky. Come learn about stars, constellations and celestial events through legends from ancient cultures, featuring monsters, mayhem and madness! This show is intended for adults and teens, and not … [Read more...] about Scare-o-lina Skies at Morehead Planetarium Oct 31 (plus a family edition on Oct. 25)
