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Bull City BOOs Fest 2025
Durham Central Park 501 Foster St., DurhamJoin The MAKRS Society for our 4th annual Halloween Festival at Durham Central Park! Costumes Encouraged!! Make sure to read ...
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Open Gym @ The Tumble Gym
The Tumble Gym (Wake Forest) 1839 South Main Street, Wake ForestOpen Gym is a fun and great way to help burn off some extra energy, interact with other kids, and ...
$10
Good Hope Farm Monthly Volunteer Workday
Good Hope Farm 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, CaryVolunteer at our historic teaching farm to help with weeding, watering, and general garden maintenance in the veggie and wildflower ...
Free
Open Gym @ The Tumble Gym
The Tumble Gym (Wake Forest) 1839 South Main Street, Wake ForestOpen Gym is a fun and great way to help burn off some extra energy, interact with other kids, and ...
$10
Barnyard Boo Bash
My Little Farmer 8794 NC-751, DurhamJoin us for a Halloween Boo Bash! Our not-too-spooky class will feature Halloween themed dancing, games, and visits with your ...
$22
Paint Paper PLAY!
Paint Paper Paste - Sunshine Studio 9113 Leesville Rd, Suite 102,, Raleigh🌈Get ready for a world of colorful and wonderfully messy fun! Each Paint Paper PLAY class will feature themed opportunities ...
$5
Riding the Wave! Pump Track Riding
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park 1120 Hillsborough Road, CarrboroWe have a super cool re-designed pump track at our Dr. MLK King Jr Park! Come learn how to “pump” ...
$30
Family Fun Day at the Homestead
The Homestead at Little Creek 445 Little Creek Church Rd Clayton • NC 27520, ClaytonWe’re kicking off a brand-new tradition at The Homestead — and you’re invited! Our Family Fun Day is all about community, connection, and celebrating the season together. Here’s what’s happening: A visit with our adorable animals in the petting zoo Seasonal flower picking — Purchase a cup for $15 and fill it as you wish with your ...
$5
2025 N.C. State Fair
North Carolina State Fairgrounds 1025 Blue Ridge Road, RaleighThe N.C. State Fair's mission is to showcase and promote the state's agriculture, agribusiness, arts, crafts and culture through the ...
$5 – $13
Family Storytime
Cary Regional Library 315 Kildaire Farm Road, CaryFor children ages 0-5. An interactive program with books, music, rhymes, and movement to nurture pre-reading skills. Space is limited. Please plan ...
Free
Family Storytime
North Regional Library 7009 Harps Mill Road, RaleighYoung children and their caregivers are invited to participate in an interactive program that incorporates stories, music, and movement to ...
Free
Ponies & Pumpkins
My Little Farmer 8794 NC-751, DurhamPumpkin carving with miniature ponies. The visit includes a pumpkin, pumpkin carving, mini pony snuggles, photo ops and more.
$35
Halloween at Town of Fun
Town of Fun 1000 Lower Shiloh Way Suite 100, MorrisvilleGet ready for a spook-tacular morning filled with fun, giggles, and some boo-tiful surprises! ✨ This year, Elsa and Spiderman ...
$40
Open Gym @ The Tumble Gym
The Tumble Gym (Lake Boone Trail) 4035 Lake Boone Trail, RaleighOpen Gym is a fun and great way to help burn off some extra energy, interact with other kids, and ...
$10
Open Gym @ The Tumble Gym
The Tumble Gym (Strickland Road) 9910 Strickland Road, RaleighOpen Gym is a fun and great way to help burn off some extra energy, interact with other kids, and ...
$10
Pumpkin Patch Express
Museum of Life and Science 433 W. Murray Avenue, DurhamEvery Saturday & Sunday in October, beginning September 27 All Aboard! Join us as we celebrate fall with a trip ...
Free – $16
Family Storytime
Fuquay-Varina Community Library 271 Bramblehill Drive, Fuquay-VarinaAn interactive program with books, music, rhymes, and movement to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies to Kindergarten and their families.
Free
Family Storytime
Leesville Community Library 5105 Country Trail, RaleighAn interactive program with books, music, rhymes, and movement to nurture pre-reading skills.
Free
Family Storytime
Southeast Regional Library 908 7th Ave, GarnerAn interactive program with books, music, rhymes and movement to nurture pre-reading skills.
Free
Family Storytime
Oberlin Regional Library 1930 Clark Ave., RaleighYoung children and their caregivers are invited to participate in an interactive program that incorporates stories, music, and movement to ...
Free
READ TO ME (Pet Partners)
North Regional Library (Durham) 221 Milton Road, DurhamRelax and read with a dog and other animals! This program brings dogs and reluctant readers together for 15 minutes of ...
Free
Tot Time Open Gym
Knightdale Gymnastics 540 Hinton Pond Rd, KnightdaleFor ages 5 & under. Open gym is a great way for kids to run off some energy while parents ...
$8
Mushrooms are the Fungis
White Deer Park 2400 Aversboro Rd, GarnerFrom tasty to toxic, mushrooms are full of surprises! Join us to explore the fascinating world of fungi. You'll discover ...
Free
Kids Fall Festival at Daughters Coffee and Books
Daughters Coffee and Books 5410 North Carolina 55 Unit AF, Durham🎃🍁 Fall fun for the whole family! 🍁🎃 Join us for our Kids Fall Festival at Daughters Coffee & Books! ...
Free
Kidz Bop Skate
United Skates of America 2901 Trawick Rd., RaleighKidz Bop and Disney Super Clean music Free Skatemate with Paid Admission Admission $14 when purchased online in advanced, $15 ...
$14 – $15
Halloween Boo Bash
Downtown Wake Forest 301 Brooks St, Wake ForestPresented by Capital Chevrolet, our Halloween Boo Bash is a free, family-oriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. This year’s ...
Free
Lowe’s Kids Workshop: Play Firehouse
Lowe's Home Improvement (Various Locations)Lowe's offers monthly in-store workshops where children ages 4 and older are invited to build memories and basic DIY skills ...
Free
Mini Fab Science Lab STEAM Party
Marbles Kids Museum 201 East Hargett Street, RaleighJoin PBS North Carolina at the museum for a celebration of their new series, Mini Fab Science Lab! Enjoy hands-on STEAM ...
Free
Fall Saturdays on the Farm
The Feathered Farm 3620 Rosinburg Rd, Zebulon🎉🌟 Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Open Play at the Farm! 🌟🎉 📚🥪 Whether you fancy a leisurely ...
$12 – $14
Trick or Treat on the Farm
Old Mill Farm 8913 NC-751, DurhamBook your arrival time and stay as long as you like! The farm will turn into a Halloween Haven for ...
$15
Saturdays at the Farm
Sunrise Community Farm Center 6407 Millhouse Rd, Chapel HillJoin us for Open Farm any Saturday throughout the year between 10 am and 5 pm! Feed the chickens Cuddle ...
$8
Family Storytime
East Regional Library 946 Steeple Square Court, KnightdaleAn interactive program with books, music, rhymes, and movement to nurture pre-reading skills.
Free
Family Storytime
Northeast Regional Library 14401 Green Elm Lane, RaleighAn interactive program with books, music, rhymes, and movement to nurture pre-reading skills.
Free
Family Storytime
Cary Regional Library 315 Kildaire Farm Road, CaryFor children ages 0-5. An interactive program with books, music, rhymes, and movement to nurture pre-reading skills. Space is limited. Please plan ...
Free
Family Storytime
North Regional Library 7009 Harps Mill Road, RaleighYoung children and their caregivers are invited to participate in an interactive program that incorporates stories, music, and movement to ...
Free
Family Storytime @ Southwest Regional
Southwest Regional Library 3605 Shannon Road, DurhamJoin us for a Saturday morning Family Storytime that will include stories, fingerplays and interactive songs! Drop in and join us, ...
Free
Under the Tree Storytime
Quail Ridge Books 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road, RaleighEvery Saturday, Sunday, and Monday morning, join our children's booksellers as they read their favorite picture books. We'll explore faraway places ...
Free
حدوتة بالعربي : A Story in Arabic
Durham County Main Library 300 N Roxboro St., Durhamاستمتعوا بقراءة قصص باللغة العربية .و أنشطة أخرى مع فيروز قدال Come and enjoy a story and other activities in ...
Free
Playgroup Tot Time @Laurel Hills Community Center
Laurel Hills Community Center 3808 Edwards Mill Road, RaleighSpaces at identified community centers will be open for parents or caregivers and their young children (ages 5 and under) ...
Free
ABC Craft & Learn
Southeast Regional Library 908 7th Ave, GarnerAn interactive kindergarten readiness program for children ages 3-5 and caregivers.
Free
ABC Craft & Learn
Fuquay-Varina Community Library 271 Bramblehill Drive, Fuquay-VarinaAn interactive kindergarten readiness program for children ages 4 - 6.
Free
Family Fables & Fun (Storytime)
East Regional Library (Durham) 211 Lick Creek Lane, DurhamBring the whole family to enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and finger plays, all while spending time with other little ...
Free
Spanish Storytime at Book Harvest
Book Harvest Family Space 2501 University Drive, DurhamSábado stories: Spanish Storytime is a storytime with stories, songs, and activities, completely in Spanish, open to all ages. Families ...
Free
Family Pumpkin Carving Workshop
The Makery @ Boxyard RTP 900 Park Offices Drive, Ste. 155, DurhamIt's time to get cute and spooky and visit The Makery @ BoxyardRTP for a pumpkin carving workshop! The best ...
$30
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Big Bang Boom
The Carolina Theatre 309 West Morgan St, DurhamBig Bang Boom’s live show is high-energy, and both parents and children find it hard to stay in their seats! ...
$5
Pumpkin Patch Festival
Parkside Town Commons 7119 O’Kelly Chapel Road, CaryJoin us for a FREE fun fall event for the entire family! Near Five Guys • Children age 10 and ...
Free
Adaptation Station: Kids’ Drama Workshop
Book Harvest Family Space 2501 University Drive, DurhamJoin Book Harvest & The Black Drama School for a FREE 3-hour drama workshop where kids turn their favorite picture ...
Free
Sensory Stay & Play
East Regional Library 946 Steeple Square Court, KnightdaleJoin us for an inclusive, interactive drop-in program designed for families with children, including those who are on the autism ...
Free
ABC Craft and Learn
Zebulon Community Library 1000 Dogwood Drive, ZebulonA program that simulates a preschool classroom and gives children the opportunity to practice the skills necessary for a successful ...
Free
Fall Festival at Building Connections
Building Connections 7408 Halifax Rd, YoungsvilleAll ages welcome! Neurodiverse friendly! Crafts, hay rides, face painting, and pony rides!
$10
Duke University’s Books and Ballet
Durham County Main Library 300 N Roxboro St., DurhamBallet & Books is a national nonprofit organization striving to reduce the literacy gap through the paired storytelling of dance and ...
Free
Harvest Fest
Good Hope Farm 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, CaryJoin us for the annual Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm, a seasonal celebration held twice each fall. Set on ...
Free
Festifall Arts Market: Carolina Day
140 West Franklin Street 140 West Franklin St, Chapel HillFestifall Arts Markets are returning this year with two unique street markets at the 140 West Franklin Street Plaza in downtown Chapel ...
Free
Buddhist Temple Open House
Won Buddhism Meditation Temple 8021 Old NC 86, Chapel HillCelebrate Autumn with family and friends at our Open House! Come and celebrate the golden days of autumn and the ...
Free
The Witch’s Haunted Barn & Pumpkin Patch
Firefly Farm 4911 Hunt Rd, HillsboroughStep into the Witch’s Haunted Barn for a whimsical Halloween adventure – just spooky enough to thrill, but not too ...
$12
Nasher Museum 20th Anniversary Celebration
The Nasher Museum of Art 2001 Campus Drive, DurhamJoin us in celebrating the Nasher Museum’s 20th anniversary and the grand opening of the Nancy A. Nasher and David ...
Free
Salt & Smoke & Sound Festival
Blackwood Farm Park 4215 NC 86, Chapel HillThe Ultimate Celebration of Fall in NC Join us Saturday October 18th for an unforgettable day of music and food ...
$11.75 – $171.69
Ballet & Books
Chapel Hill Public Library 100 Library Drive, Chapel HillBallet and Books is a national, non-profit organization striving to reduce the literacy gap through the hybrid storytelling of dance ...
Free
Dungeons & Dragons – Adventurer’s League
North Regional Library (Durham) 221 Milton Road, DurhamWant to go on amazing adventures? Want to grow your character to their limits? Then register to come out and ...
Free
NatureFest
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel HillBring the whole family for a day of outdoor fun, learning, and exploration! Perfect for children up to age 10, ...
Free
Halloween Spooktacular
Central Recreation Center 302 West Tryon St, HillsboroughThe 2025 Halloween Spooktacular will feature all of your favorite activities such as the costume contest, pumpkin decorating, cakewalks, bingo, ...
Free
4th Annual Pawsitively Spooky Pet Fest
Sport HQ 107 Edinburgh South Drive #100A, CaryPresented by Positively Apex, SportHQ, Peak City Veterinary Hospital, and K9 Resorts of Apex! Festival is FREE to attend for ...
Free
Josh’s Hope Fall Festival
Josh's Hope Farm 40 Terry Brook Lane, HillsboroughOur Second Annual Fall Festival fundraiser is just around the corner! Join us on the Josh’s Hope farm for a makers market, ...
Free
Rock n Brew at Lafayette Village
Lafayette Village 8450 Honeycutt Rd, RaleighGet ready to rock out and unwind at the ultimate Rock ‘n Brew Bash hosted at Lafayette Village! This electrifying ...
Free
The Haunting Hour
Hillsborough Visitors Center 150 E King Street, HillsboroughStep into the shadows of Hillsborough’s past at The Haunting Hour, our brand-new take on the dearly departed Spirits Tours! We’ve ...
$10 – $20
Kids Day at Wendell Museum
Wendell Museum 122 W. 2nd Street, WendellExplore the history of Wendell and make an art/craft project! Free event!
Free
Downtown Durham Chess Club
Durham County Main Library 300 N Roxboro St., DurhamParticipate in the Royal Game of Chess! The Downtown Durham Chess Club meets on selected Saturdays from 1:30-5:30 pm; check the calendar ...
Free
ABC Craft & Learn
Middle Creek Community Library 111 Middle Creek Park Ave., ApexAn interactive kindergarten readiness program for children ages 3-5 and caregivers.
Free
Sensory Storytime
Holly Springs Community Library 300 West Ballentine Street, Holly SpringsSensory Storytimes are welcoming interactive programs designed for families of autistic children and/or those who have sensory needs. These storytimes ...
Free
Trick or Treat the Farm
My Little Farmer 8794 NC-751, DurhamJoin us for an unforgettable trick-or-treat adventure featuring storytime, costumed animals, a pumpkin patch, and so much more! Inspired by ...
$30
Ready Set School Community Playdate
Duraleigh Road Community Library 5800 Duraleigh Road, RaleighReady Set School is a series of programs that supports school readiness for Wake County preschoolers. With support from the ...
Free
Witches on the Water
Lake Wheeler Park 6404 Lake Wheeler Rd, RaleighDon your witchy regalia and load up your SUP, kayak, or canoe for a cackling good time! Pointy hats and ...
$5 – $15
The Haunting Hour
Alliance for Historic Hillsborough 150 E King St, HillsboroughStep into the shadows of Hillsborough’s past at The Haunting Hour, our brand-new take on the dearly departed Spirits Tours! We’ve ...
$10.75 – $21.50
Track or Treat Halloween Express
North Carolina Railway Museum 3900 Bonsal Road, New HillA kid-friendly train ride complete with scenes of flying witches, smoking cauldrons, pumpkin people, Count Dracula and other friendly creatures ...
$18.61 – $217.70
Morrisville Boo Bash
Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Parkway, MorrisvilleJoin us for an enchanting afternoon of Halloween magic at Morrisville Boo Bash (formally known as Trick-Or-Treat the Trail)! Bring ...
Free
Alley-Ween
Fall Line NC 114 North Arendell Avenue, ZebulonJoin The Fall Line and Norse Brewing for a Hallowtastic Alley-Ween Party!! DJ Voodoo Queen will be spinnin' all the ...
Free
Trick or Treat the Farm
My Little Farmer 8794 NC-751, DurhamJoin us for an unforgettable trick-or-treat adventure featuring storytime, costumed animals, a pumpkin patch, and so much more! Inspired by ...
$30
Teen LGBTQ Book Club
Southwest Regional Library 3605 Shannon Road, DurhamThe Teen LGBTQ Book Club reads a variety of genres but all of the books deal with LGBTQIA+ issues. This ...
Free
Halloween Prep at Cardinal ABA
Cardinal Pediatric Therapies 956 West Chatham Street, CaryCelebrate Halloween with us at the Cary Clinic on October 18th from 4–6PM! This autism-friendly event gives kids the chance ...
Free
Geek & Grub Market: Halloween Edition
The Optimist Farm 2908 Optimist Farm Rd, ApexJoin us for the return of our most popular event of the year - the HALLOWEEN Edition of the Geek ...
Free
Haunted Trail: Family Trail
Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental Education Park 301 Wagstaff Road, Fuquay-VarinaThe Family Trail is a light-hearted, sun-lit, fun walk through the trail. Attendees are encouraged to wear their costumes and ...
Free
Dead Serious Drawing
Downtown Cary Park: Academy Plaza Q6M9+GJ Cary, North CarolinaGet into the spooky spirit with our Teen Urban Sketching Halloween session, where you’ll gather around group tables to sketch a real ...
Free
Trunk or Treat
Goldfish Swim School - Cary 2980 Kildaire Farm Road, CaryTrunk or Treat at Goldfish Swim School! Join us for a spook-tacular night of family fun at our FREE community ...
Free
Diwali Mela at Brier Creek
Brier Creek Commons 8531 Brier Creek Parkway, RaleighDiwali Mela at Brier Creek Commons! Join us for a FREE celebration of the Festival of Lights on October 18th, ...
Free
Monster Mash: A Halloween Dress-Up Art Event
The Art Lab 1002 N Main Street, Holly SpringsCalling All Monsters, Ghouls, and Goblins! Join our "Monster Mash" Halloween party and art night. Get ready to boogie, dress ...
$38
Pumpkin Fest at Oak City Gymnastics
Oak City Gymnastics 204 S Miami Blvd, Durham🎃✨ OCG After Hours: Pumpkin Fest is coming! ✨🎃 Join us Saturday, October 18 from 6–9 PM for a night ...
$25
Super Ninja Night
Rock Solid Warrior: Fuquay-Varina 6109 NC-55 #125, Fuquay-VarinaGet ready for a night of action-packed adventure! Step into our Ninja Warrior gym for a Super Mario–themed obstacle challenge ...
$18
Rex Road Elementary Spirit Night!
Rock Solid Warrior: Apex 2131 E Williams St Suite 106, ApexOpen to the public! 20% of the proceeds goes to supporting the school PTA! We play a variety of fun ...
$15
Haunted Trail: Full Fright
Carroll Howard Johnson Environmental Education Park 301 Wagstaff Road, Fuquay-VarinaFull Fright is designed to frighten. It is a terrifying walk in the dark through the woods with unexpected surprises ...
Free
Raleigh Zombie Walk
Moore Square 201 S Blount St, RaleighJoin us for a mile-ish trek in downtown Raleigh as we drag, limp or shamble through the city in character ...
Free
Haunted Trolley Tour
Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, RaleighDiscover history, mystery, and lore with your ghost host on the Haunted Trolley, if you dare, for a special late-night ...
CaryLIVE!: TAE & The Neighborly
The last CaryLIVE! of the season will deliver soulful and powerful moments as TAE & The Neighborly take the stage. ...
Free