Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Triangle Barkitecture, a one-of-a-kind design competition that has architects, designers, students and creative minds creating unique, pet-inspired architecture. Triangle Barkitecture takes place October 10, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., and is free to attend. This pet architecture competition features over 20 unique builds … [Read more...] about Triangle Barkitecture — pet architecture and design competition at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 10
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Trunk or Treat at Lake Lynn Park Oct. 29
The City of Raleigh will be hosting some fun Halloween events. We've added one so far (keep reading) and will add more as they're announced. Also, find more of Raleigh Parks' fall events here. SPOOK-tacular Fall FestivalFriday, October 3, 20255 to 7 p.m.Method Road Community Center514 Method Road, Raleigh, NCFree (follow above link to register)Ages 4-11 Get ready for an evening of fun with … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Lake Lynn Park Oct. 29
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 2026. 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
CarnEVIL Halloween Party at Sports & Social Cary on Oct. 24
Sports & Social Cary, 301 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting CarnEvil: Halloween Party on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets are 10 a.m. Ages 21+. Buy tickets here. Welcome to the freak show! Mark your calendars for CarnEVIL, Sports & Social's Halloween Party, presented by Deep Eddy Vodka and Coors Light. Grab your creepiest crew and … [Read more...] about CarnEVIL Halloween Party at Sports & Social Cary on Oct. 24
Falling for Local at Dix Park Oct 3: free hayrides, inflatables, pumpkin patch, more
Falling for Local is a free event at Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This festival is a celebration of fall and of local businesses. It's presented by Shop Local Raleigh, Dix Park Conservancy and Dorothea Dix Park. The festival features tons of local vendors, food trucks, North Carolina craft breweries, live music, … [Read more...] about Falling for Local at Dix Park Oct 3: free hayrides, inflatables, pumpkin patch, more
5th Annual Bull City BOOs Fest at Durham Central Park Oct. 17
The MAKRS Society is presenting Bull City BOOs Fest, a Halloween Festival, at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. This event features Halloween performances, a live DJ, a Harry Potter-themed kids' zone, breweries, food trucks and activities. Tickets Ticket sales start August 14, 2026. Price includes fees. Early … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Bull City BOOs Fest at Durham Central Park Oct. 17
Magic and Mischief: A Wizard’s Market at Fred Fletcher Park Nov 15
Bring your young witches and wizard to Magic and Mischief: A Wizard's Market at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is presented by Paper and Stars Studios, in partnership with Raleigh, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Researches. It's free to attend. Kids will: Costumes are welcome, but no horror, gore, weapons … [Read more...] about Magic and Mischief: A Wizard’s Market at Fred Fletcher Park Nov 15
Trunk or Treat at St. Paul’s Christian Church Nov. 1
St. Paul's Christian Church, 3331 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Trunk or Treat on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend and open to all. There will be indoor kids' activities from 4 to 5 p.m., and then the trunk or treat outside from 5 to 6 p.m. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at St. Paul’s Christian Church Nov. 1
Trunk or Treat with Kind Behavioral Health — sensory-friendly event Nov. 1
Kind Behavioral Health, 1012 Slater Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It's free to attend. Please RSVP. Come join us for a sensory-friendly Trunk or Treat and pumpkin decorating event! Along with Kind Behavioral Health, several local providers will be there to share about their services and connect with … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat with Kind Behavioral Health — sensory-friendly event Nov. 1
Durham First Responders’ Trunk or Treat Nov. 1
Durham County Sheriff's Office and Durham First Responders are hosting an All Hallows Day Trunk or Treat on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Northgate Mall, 2705 Guess Road, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Beside the trick or treating, kids can explore emergency services vehicles. It takes place on the Guess Road side of Northgate. … [Read more...] about Durham First Responders’ Trunk or Treat Nov. 1
