wkndThu Oct 8 2026, 4:30 to 5:30pmOberlin Regional LibraryLibrary club for third through fifth graders to trade, battle, and talk all things Pokémon.
Thu Oct 8 2026, 10am to 5pmFreeMuseum of Life and ScienceDurham County residents get free museum admission with proof of residence; each adult may bring up to five children.
Wed Oct 7 2026, 3 to 6pmFreeCarrboro Town CommonsFree kids activities at the Wednesday market through the Market Bunch program, covering sustainability, local agriculture, arts and crafts, and healthy eating.
Tue Oct 6 2026, 10am to 12pmDurhamA hands-on school-break workshop where kids ages 7-13 make fresh pasta from scratch, including lunch.
Sun Oct 4 2026, 9:30am$16DurhamRide the Ellerbe Creek Railway to the museum's pumpkin patch, pick a pumpkin to decorate, and enjoy popcorn, a hay maze, duck races, and games. Tickets $16 (some afternoon slots $13.50); museum admission sold separately.
Sun Oct 4 2026, 2 to 4pmFreeRaleighInteractive, participatory music experience for all ages with youth quartet performances, hands-on instruments to try, and a sensory art activity.
Sat Oct 3 2026, 9:30am to 9:30pmFreeHolly SpringsTriangle United Telugu Association celebrates Diwali with cultural performances, free kids activities, Indian food, a shopping bazaar, and fireworks; admission and parking are free.
Sat Oct 3 2026, 12 to 4pmWendellA kid-run marketplace at the Wendell Harvest Festival where young entrepreneurs ages 5-17 sell their own creations.
Sat Oct 3 2026, 11am to 12:30pmRaleighA Halloween craft and DIY snack event for kids ages 6-10.
Fri Oct 2 2026, 5 to 9pmFreeRaleighFree monthly evening with a local-vendor market and food trucks from 5, live music at 5:30, and an outdoor screening of Ghostbusters (1984) around 7:15.
Thu Oct 1 2026, 9am to 12pmFreeEflandVolunteer workday removing invasive multiflora rose and stilt grass to protect native species; new volunteers welcome, tools and gloves provided.
Wed Sep 30 2026, 9amFreeRaleighCelebrate Take a Child Outside Week at the arboretum with a Plant Explorer activity for families, free during garden hours.
Wed Sep 30 2026, 5 to 6pmRaleighLibrary program for kindergarten through fifth grade featuring a fall leaf craft.
Wed Sep 30 2026, 2 to 5pmDurhamA hands-on 4-H workshop for ages 8-12 where kids build creatures powered by air pressure and pneumatic force.
Tue Sep 29 2026, 4:30 to 5:15pmRaleighLibrary program for pre-K through fifth grade that builds early STEM skills through hands-on Lego activities.
Mon Sep 28 2026, 10am to 12pmFreeRaleighFree drop-in nature play program in the NCMA park with fort-building gear, puppets, bubbles, paint, and more, led by Prairie Ridge play facilitators.
Sun Sep 27 2026, 11:30amRaleighEncore theatrical re-release of Avengers: Endgame on the Marbles IMAX screen; rated PG-13.
Sun Sep 27 2026, 9am to 12pm$15HillsboroughLearn wood whittling basics along the Eno River and hand-carve a walking stick to take home; bring a pocketknife, chair, water and a snack.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 10amRaleighMarbles joins Nickelodeon's Worldwide Day of Play with special play activities, included with museum admission.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 3 to 10pmFreeDurhamFree family-friendly Oktoberfest with a craft market, German music, costume contest, keg rolling, and games; beer and food available for purchase.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 11am to 5pmFreeWendellFree 24th annual festival with authentic international food for purchase, live entertainment, kids' activities, and a raffle.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 11am to 4pmFreeRaleighFamily fun fest with kids activities and live music; admission is free.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 2 to 3:30pmFreeDurhamFree family beginner gardening workshop where participants start their own salad garden and take home starter pots.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 12 to 3pmFreeRaleighFree-admission festival with local vendors, food, music, giveaways, and family activities.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 11am to 2pmFreeRaleighCelebration of Latino culture and the tamale with performances, family activities, food trucks, vendors, and a Best Tamale in Raleigh competition; free to attend.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 11 to 11:30amRaleighAll-ages open play at the library with magnetic tiles, blocks, puzzles, and coloring.
Fri Sep 25 2026, 6 to 9pmMorrisvilleA drop-off night out for kids ages 6-12 with K-pop dancing, karaoke, a glitter bar, and a screening of K-Pop Demon Hunters.
Fri Sep 25 2026, 6:30 to 9pmFreeRaleighFree outdoor screening of Toy Story 5 with a food truck, game truck, crafts, and activities; bring lawn chairs or blankets (rain date September 26).
Fri Sep 25 2026, 7 to 8:30pmFreeCaryA very kid-friendly drum circle with singing, low-impact West African dance, and a flow-arts performance by Caroleena and Friends; bring an instrument or borrow a drum.
Fri Sep 25 2026, 6 to 8pmFreeCaryFree evening reception introducing the month's exhibit of contemporary and traditional fine art and craft by local Triangle artists.
Fri Sep 25 2026, 10am to 5pmBensonArena mule competitions and shows at the 77th Benson Mule Days; admission is $5 per person, two for $8, and $2 for children 12 and under.
Fri Sep 25 2026, 11 to 11:45amChapel HillSpanish-language reading program for kids presented with El Centro at Chapel Hill Public Library.
Fri Sep 25 2026, 10 to 11am$5RaleighOutdoor morning garden stroll for families with preschoolers featuring children's books with a garden twist and a take-home craft.
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