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Sundown in Downtown with Antique Outlaws
Live concert from Antique Outlaws at Sundown in Downtown, Benson.
Drawing Camp 9y-13y
Drawing camp for tweens ages 9–13 in Clayton.
America Revisited
Live concert in Clayton featuring America Revisited.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Classic theatrical adaptation of The Hunchback of Notre Dame in Raleigh.
Downtown Clayton Concert: All My Rowdy Friends with Nicholas Vernon
Family-friendly concert at Clayton Town Square.
A Celebration of Ants
Virtual celebration learning about ants & nature at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Sensory Journey through Art
Sensory-friendlyVirtual sensory-friendly art experience at NC Museum of Art.
Nature Storytime (Whiteville)
Nature-themed storytimes for little ones at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Solar System Odyssey
Immersive planetarium journey through the Solar System at Morehead Planetarium.
Mysteries of Your Brain
Planetarium show unveiling how the brain works at Morehead Planetarium & Science Center.
Public Tour
Guided tour through art at NC Museum of Art's West Building.
Supermassive Black Holes
Planetarium exploration of supermassive black holes at Morehead Planetarium.
Family Story Time
Stories & fun for young children & families at Chapel Hill Public Library.
Earth, Moon and Sun
Planetarium show exploring Earth, Moon & Sun at Morehead Planetarium & Science Center.
An Evening with Florence Dore (band) w/The Carolina Junebugs
Live music festival in Wake Forest featuring Florence Dore and The Carolina Junebugs.
Homeschool Field Trip
Homeschool field trip opportunity in Fuquay-Varina.
Storytime and Playtime at Southern
Stories, songs, and playtime for toddlers and preschoolers at Drakeford Library.
Open Maker Session at the Makery at Boxyard RTP (Ages 6+)
Open Maker Session at the Makery at Boxyard RTP (Ages 6+) in Cary
Art Cart at Downtown Cary Park
Art Cart at Downtown Cary Park
Adventure Squad Grow Fresh. Eat What's In Season!
Hands-on garden camp: kids grow & eat seasonal produce at Orange County Public Library.
Nature Discovery Butterfly Walk
Guided butterfly walk at Prairie Ridge nature preserve in Raleigh.
Happy Birthday #308! at New Hope Valley Railway ⭐️
Celebrate a historic railroad caboose's 100th birthday at New Hope Valley Railway.
Memphis Redbirds at Durham Bulls
Memphis Redbirds at Durham Bulls at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Baby Time
Baby Time playtime and interaction at Chapel Hill Public Library.
5 Seconds of Summer and The Band Camino
5 Seconds of Summer concert at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
Museum Movie Night: Galaxy Quest
Movie night at NC Museum of Natural Sciences featuring Galaxy Quest.
Live Animal Feeding – Ocean Habitat
Watch live ocean animal feeding at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Tickets On Sale Now! Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock concert—all-ages family pop music fun.
Friday Family Flicks- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Family movie night featuring the Super Mario Galaxy film in Garner.
Jon Shain and FJ Ventre, Bassist
Corey Holcomb at Raleigh Improv
Northwest Halifax High School Class of '06: 20-Year Reunion
FTB & FRIDAY at CAROLINA ALE HOUSE- Wake Forest
Los Tucanes de Tijuana
Los Tucanes de Tijuana live at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts.
Nicole Byer at Goodnights Comedy Club
Story Time at the Museum
Storytime at NC Museum of Natural Sciences downtown.
Family Movie
Family-friendly movie screening at Chapel Hill Public Library.
Beyond: 10th Anniversary Gala Pres. by Boys Ballet Summer Intensive
Beyond 10th Anniversary Gala celebrating Boys Ballet at Martin Marietta Center.
Seed Starting for Fall and Winter Vegetables
Learn seed-starting techniques for fall & winter veggies at Duke Gardens.
Mars: The Ultimate Voyage
Immersive Mars voyage planetarium experience at Morehead.
Story time on the Farm at Smith's Nursery and Produce Farm in Benson
Farm storytime at Smith's Nursery & Produce with books & animals every Friday.
Carolina Fall Boat Show & Sale 2026
Fall boat show & sale at NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh.
Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Tsunamis
Planetarium show exploring earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis.
Nine Times Around at Bynum Front Porch
DLS @ Locked & Loaded - Garner
Magic Tree House Space Mission
Magic Tree House-themed space adventure at Morehead Planetarium.
Yoga Storytime
Yoga, stories, and songs for preschoolers at Orange County Public Library.
Community Plant Swap
Community plant swap in Nashville, NC — bring plants to trade.
Astronaut
Planetarium show about space exploration at Morehead Planetarium.
Guy Talk: Parent/Trusted Adult & Son Workshop
Parent/trusted adult & son workshop exploring meaningful conversations.
Sunflower Gnome
Sunflower Gnome festival in Chapel Hill.
Surfs UP!
Surfs UP festival in Chapel Hill with family-friendly activities.
EMO KIDS vs. DAD ROCK | A Tribute to 2000s ft. Toxic - Forever This Way - Parallel Lives
2000s tribute show celebrating emo and dad rock—fun for teens who love that era.
John Violinist at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
The Lumina Outdoor Movies featuring Hook
Family-friendly outdoor movie night featuring Hook in Chapel Hill.
Playdate with Nature (Whiteville)
Outdoor nature exploration playdate for toddlers and preschoolers.
NC FOOD CREECHERS Fest
Food festival celebration with family-friendly activities and tasty treats.
NCMA Games Together
Family gaming sessions at NC Museum of Art's East Building.
Royale Lynn
Art on the Dot
Art on the Dot at West Building
Cuentacuentos: Spanish Storytime @ Main
Spanish-language storytime at Hillsborough Public Library.
Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup, and 3OH!3
Pop-punk nostalgia night with Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup & 3OH!3 at Red Hat Amphitheater.
Phantom of the Universe
Planetarium show about black holes at Morehead Science Center.
91st ANNUAL DCABP FOUNDERS DAY BANQUET
2026 Soul Picnic
Soul Picnic festival in Knightdale celebrating music, food & community.
Lit for the Culture- The Summer Renaissance Experience
Lit for the Culture Summer Renaissance Experience in Raleigh.
Collaborative Science Research Day
Hands-on science research day at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Messengers of Time & Space
Planetarium show about space exploration at Morehead in Chapel Hill.
Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons with Nick Scarff
Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons with an instructor at NC Museum of Art.
Durham, NC Bead Show! August 15-16, 2026
Durham Bead Show—collectible beads & jewelry supplies for crafty kids.
Rogue Diecast Trade Show
Diecast model car trading show for collectors and enthusiasts.
Children with Disabilities Resource Fair 2026 - 3rd Annual
Resource fair for families with children with disabilities at Wendell Community Center.
Mariachazo
Traditional Mariachi concert at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts.
Backyard BBQ Festival
Backyard BBQ Festival in Holly Springs with food, games & family fun.
Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán and Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan
Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán live at Duke Energy Center—colorful music spectacle.
Freedom Fund Banquet
RAD Days of Summer VI presented by TriangleRAD
RAD Days of Summer festival in Raleigh with family activities.
Story Time @ Page 158 Bookstore
Interactive storytelling at Page 158 Bookstore in Wake Forest.
Arts & Education Festival
Community arts & education festival in Knightdale with activities for all ages.
How a Game Lives: Author Talk with Jacob Geller
Author talk on video game design at NC Museum of Art.
Carolina Skies
Carolina Skies planetarium show at Morehead Science Center.
Video Game Jam with Turnabout Players
Create your own video game in a jam session at NC Museum of Art.
Nate Offer: Zumba + Lift- Raleigh NC
2026 Frat BBQ Festival -- local charities to benefit from proceeds!
BBQ festival with local charities benefiting from proceeds.
Woodworking Class Ages 5 & Up
Woodworking class for young makers age 5 and up.
Becoming a Big Sibling Class
Preparation class for kids becoming big siblings—helpful & fun.
Kids Crafternoon: Back to School Buttons
Design custom buttons with a button maker at Orange County Public Library.
attic labs
The Lake At Meredith College
Taizé Service
Copy of Marconics 'STATE OF THE UNIVERSE' Free Lecture-Raleigh, NC
North Carolina Courage vs. Houston Dash
Professional women's soccer: NC Courage vs. Houston Dash in Cary.
KAYTRADAY! FALL 2026 TOUR (Raleigh, NC)
Fall touring festival with live music and entertainment.
Jonathan Butler and Najee
Jim Ericksen
Pop-Up Art: Botanical Collage
Hands-on botanical collage art activity at NC Museum of Art.
Monika Jaymes
Eat the World: Puglia
What Does The Fox Say?
Road To Life
Memphis Redbirds vs Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball: Memphis Redbirds visit Durham Bulls.
Praise Cafe' 2026
Jaye and Kriss - Raleigh, NC August 16
Jack Wilkins/Scott Sawyer Quartet featuring Grant Osborne & Kobie Watkins
EMM
Raleigh's 'All Things Groovy' Hippie Fest | 3rd Annual
Annual hippie-themed festival in Raleigh with food, music & groovy vibes.
Mid East Hare Scramble - Lynch Creek
Margs & Memoirs August Meeting - 'Transcendent’
Protection Automation And Control World Conference
Plant Pals: Pot-A-Plant
26 Monthly Guild Meeting - Continuing with Tunisian Crochet
ICS-300 Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents
Wonderkids - Summer Science
Hands-on science activities for kids at the library.
Baby Lapsit
Infant storytime and lap-sit activities at the library.
August Fix-A-Flat Clinic
Alissa DeRogatis | How to Find Love in the Cereal Aisle
Storytime at the Library
Classic storytime at Orange County Public Library.
Insect Sounds
Explore the science of insect sounds at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
38th Tax Professional Economic Update
Paper Mache Camp 8y-12y
Paper mâché craft camp for kids ages 8–12 in Clayton.
Curiosity Crew, K-2 LEGOs
K–2 graders build, create, and discover with LEGO and hands-on STEAM projects.
Babytime at Southern
Early literacy fun with stories, rhymes, and songs for babies and walkers.
Toddler Story Time
Music, rhymes & movement for toddlers at Wake Forest Community Library.
North Carolina Digital Government Summit
Opal Beach Turtle
Artful Story Time
Art-inspired story time at NC Museum of Art.
Kids Midweek Meet Ups at Amelia Playground in Clayton
Casual midweek playdates for kids at Amelia Playground in Clayton.
August Wine Down Wednesday at Lafayette Village
Wed. Cookbook Club: Tasting History by Max Miller
The Velvet Beat
Catherine Newman | Wreck
Mini Acrylic Signs, Grades Rising 7th-12th
Create mini acrylic signs at Orange County Public Library (grades 7–12).
Learning Lab- AI for Administrative Problem Solvers- Practical Tools for a more productive workday
Little Explorers: Woodland Creatures, Big and Small
Explore woodland creatures big and small at Palmer Drive in Raleigh.
Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother • María: Un Caminar Biblico con la Santísima Madre
Rockin' On Raiford Presents North Tower Band
FattMack at Lincoln Theatre
August Digital Literacy Class
Learn computer basics and earn a free laptop at Orange County Public Library.
Discovery Force - Macrame Coasters
Kids craft colorful macramé coasters at Orange County Public Library.
Joe Stamm (Solo) at Bird's Nest Listening Room - Dunn NC
Sunflower Sky Orchid In Bloom
LCI 2026 Impact Summit: Rooted In Hope
Wilderado at Bowstring Brewyard - Raleigh
HAPPY LANDING
Chapel Hill, NC: Democracy Defenders Roadshow
Pop Up Library @ The Seymour Senior Center
Pop Up Library @ The Seymour Senior Center at 2551 Homestead Rd
August General Meeting
Learn to Belay Clinic
Anthony Green
Community Health Fair at Mosaic
Janna Badalian
Bright Eyes
Three Dog Night
Legendary rock band Three Dog Night performs at the historic Carolina Theatre.
Jordan Davis
Country artist Jordan Davis at the Red Hat Amphitheater—outdoor summer concert experience.
Summer at the Springs Featuring All Y'all Country All-Stars
Summer festival in Holly Springs featuring country music and outdoor entertainment for the whole family.
Blast from the Past, Pittsboro, NC
Blast from the Past festival in Pittsboro — nostalgic fun for the whole family.
The Durham Central Jazz Workestra
Fragrance Conference 2026
An Evening with Jaimee Harris & Wes Collins
Bolo
Kai Lance Group
KARLOUS MILLER
Back to School Bash at Lightbridge Academy Cary
Back to School Bash at Lightbridge Academy Cary
HASAN HATES RONNY | RONNY HATES HASAN
Fridays at Old Mill Farm ⭐️
Weekly farm-based gathering with live music and food trucks at Old Mill Farm.
Deep Chatham Ramblers at Bynum Front Porch
Date Night Public Class | Love On The Horizon |1 Ticket Covers 2 People
Edén Muñoz "Como En Los Viejos Tiempos" Tour 2026
Deceptor: Record Release w/ Vigil / Blood Ritual / Resurrector
Ragie Ban
Island Time Band
Back To School Bash
Community back-to-school celebration with activities and fun for kids heading into the new year.
NCMA Movies at Moore Square: Wicked: For Good (2025)
Wicked: For Good outdoor screening at Moore Square — family movie night in Raleigh.
Food Truck Friday
Food trucks and community fun every Friday at Circle Drive in Pittsboro.
Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience @ Bowstring Brewyard
Eden Muñoz in Raleigh
Equine Sports Medicine Symposium
Joe Stamm Band at Bird's Nest Listening Room - Dunn NC
Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival
Local artists & crafts vendors showcase at Cary's family-friendly festival.
Amazing Grace Handcrafted Wooden Door Hanger Workshop
Create a handcrafted wooden door hanger at this hands-on craft workshop in Wake Forest.
ROLLING WITH THE EAGLES
Usui Reiki Level 1 Certification
Russ James
Harry Potter Owl
El Tri
Rhonda Robichaux
Pack Like a Guide: a 10 Essentials Hike (FREE CLASS)
Free hiking class teaching 10 essentials—perfect for families learning outdoor skills in Bahama.
Muddy Kids Raleigh, NC
Kids get muddy and have outdoor fun at this family-friendly event near Raleigh.
Date Night | THE OVERLOOK | 1 Ticket For 2
For The Girls Vintage Market x Durham Central Park
Vintage market at Durham Central Park—great for browsing treasures with the family.
The Band Next Door
NWSL - North Carolina Courage vs Boston Legacy
NWSL women's soccer: North Carolina Courage vs Boston Legacy at WakeMed Soccer Park.
NIGHT NATION RUN - RALEIGH
In Motion. In Time.: Untitled (2012) by Marlo Pascual as interpreted by Amy Beasley
Dance interpretation performance exploring art & movement at NC Museum of Art.
Bootcamp Workout
2026 Marriage Seminar: Getting Back to The Beginning
Summer Celebration 2026
Summer celebration with family activities at Artspace in Raleigh.
MAKE HISTORY PRESENTS - MICHAEL PIXLEY
Zumba Instructor Training with Loretta Bates in Raleigh, NC, US
Arda Bagcioglu
Way to GROW! ColorFestival Homecoming
Way to GROW! ColorFestival Homecoming in Henderson celebrates community with activities for all.
Mossarium Workshop
Hands-on mossarium workshop—build a living ecosystem in a jar.
Sunflower Sway
The Lumina Outdoor Movies featuring Mama Mia!
Outdoor movie screening of Mamma Mia! on Market Street, Chapel Hill—sing-along fun under the stars.
"Becoming A Dangerous Woman" Self Defense Seminar
Music and Movement
Musical storytime at Orange County Public Library for babies and toddlers.
Jack Johnson and Lake Street Dive
Jack Johnson and Lake Street Dive at Coastal Credit Union Music Park—family-friendly outdoor concert.
Andy Gross: Are You Kidding Me?
Smithfield's Signature Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market at Smithfield's Town Hall Park with fresh produce & local vendors.
Nitro Circus 2.0
Nitro Circus 2.0 stunt show at Durham Bulls Athletic Park—high-energy action and thrills.
NC Adventure
NC Adventure festival in Chapel Hill offers outdoor fun and exploration for all ages.
CM|WRO at Red Leaf Bar
18th Annual Run For Their Lives! 2026
Annual community fun run in Sanford—great for families to walk, run, or cheer together.
High Point Panthers vs North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball
Watch college volleyball at Carmichael Arena in Chapel Hill.
Year-Round Gardening: Clean Up After Harvesting and Planting for Fall
K*ll the Music-Interactive Mystery Dinner
ABCs of Processing Apostilles in North Carolina
Afroman
The Mountain Goats
Museum Untold Tour
Guided museum tour at NC Museum of Natural Sciences exploring lesser-known stories and exhibits.
Barre3 on the Green
The Crones of Anarchy
Fall Bouquet Ginger Jar
SoulCollage® Card Making Open Studio IN PERSON
Sundays at Sundown with Joseph Terrell
Squeeze, Adam Ant, Haircut One Hundred, and Tried
80s new-wave legends Squeeze, Adam Ant & Haircut 100 at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.
Eat the World: La Mancha
Andrew Ragsdale
The Dream Mile (10K, 5K, 1 Mile)
First Aid Support for SLR Food Truck Rodeos (JUN, AUG, & SEPT)
Squeeze with Adam Ant and Haircut 100
80s new-wave legends Squeeze, Adam Ant & Haircut 100 at outdoor Cary venue.
Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Series
Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Series—eat great food and enjoy outdoor family fun.
Rasta Lion
✨ Crystal Magic Theory ✨
Geek and Grub Market (Wizard Edition)
Geek and Grub Market (Wizard Edition) in Durham—collectibles, vendors, and themed fun.
NCT 2026 Back to Dance Kick-off Event!
Spades Social & Listening Party
Sew Together
Sew Together class at Orange County Public Library—learn basic sewing skills.
Museum Member Meetup and Tour
Museum Member Meetup and Tour at West Building
Teacher's Pencil
America Revisited
Staying Alive: March 14 – August 23
️ Sip, Socialize & Create: Candle-Making at Bond Brothers Beer Company!
Billy Idol and Devo
Rock legends Billy Idol & Devo at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
15 Coat Types With Jennifer Bishop Jenkins
Improvisational Piecing with Prompts (Level 1)
Kelly Zullo
Extension Master Gardener Info Session (8/24 In Person)
✨ FREE WOMEN OF WORSHIP NIGHT ✨
Read and Discuss Kindred by Rebecca Wragg Sykes
The Bowling Family in Princeton
MCAC Meeting
Nature Play Day at NCMA
Free outdoor nature play and exploration at NC Museum of Art's grounds.
Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo
Norfolk Tides at Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball: Norfolk Tides vs. Durham Bulls at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Emily W. King | The Neurodivergent Learner
Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference
4th Tuesday Carrboro Book Club
4th Tuesday Carrboro Book Club at 203 S. Greensboro St.
Norfolk Tides vs Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball game between Norfolk Tides and Durham Bulls.
Curiosity Crew, K-2: Squish, Splatter, Create!
Messy art and sensory play for early elementary kids at the library.
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow
Celebrate Native American culture at Dix Park's Inter-Tribal Pow Wow.
Carolina Haitian Food Festival
Taste Haitian cuisine and culture at this colorful community festival.
Let's Get Moving : Chair-Based Exercise Class
Let's Get Moving : Chair-Based Exercise Class at 100 Library Dr.
Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival
Arts and crafts festival in Cary with vendor booths and handmade goods.
Moths From Nature
Virtual program about moths and nature from NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Get Carded: Trivia Nights at The Rookery
Get Carded: Trivia Nights at The Rookery at 115 W Margaret Ln
North Carolina Courage vs. Angel City FC
Watch the NC Courage women's pro soccer team take on Angel City FC.
Packapalooza
Family-friendly festival with activities and entertainment for all ages.
Evelyn's Book Club
The Secret Garden Soiree Festival
Arts festival with garden themes and activities for families.
Celebrate National Dog Day! | Pop Art Your Pet | Registration Ends August 24th
Celebrate National Dog Day with pop art pet portraits at Chapel Hill.
Josh Ward at Bird's Nest Listening Room
30th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION CONCERT STP's 4th Annual Open House! at Spiritual Twist Productions (Garner)
Spiritual Twist Productions' 30th-anniversary open house and concert celebration.
Birdwatching for Beginners
Learn to identify birds on a guided walk at Prairie Ridge Ecostation.
Angela Slade
Angela Slade at 137 W. Margaret Lane
ESLABON ARMADO
Raleigh Job Fair August 27, 2026 - Raleigh Career Fairs
Discovery Force - Tie Dye Totes
Tie-dye your own tote bag at this Orange County Library craft workshop.
Weight Shift • Scrape • Beyond the Portal
Next Level Design- Intermediate Class
Shawn Gardini
Summer Sweat Series
Craft Nights at the Museum
Make art at the NC Museum of Art café during evening craft nights.
Blue Box Theatre Co Presents: A Girl Called Tiny
Blue Box Theatre Co's stage production 'A Girl Called Tiny' in Pittsboro.
Vic DiBitetto at Raleigh Improv
Wine Cellar
Rob Gelblum
Build a Bee Vac Workshop @ Ace Hardware Oxford NC
TBC Cares The Blood Connection
THE ULTIMATE BILLY JOEL / ELTON JOHN EXPERIENCE - BILLY AND THE JETS | FRI AUG 28 | DOORS 7PM
Billy Joel & Elton John tribute concert—sing-along classics for music-loving families.
Bluegrass Experience at Bynum Front Porch
Live bluegrass music on a front porch in Pittsboro—relaxed outdoor concert.
Creative Journaling Meet-ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club
Creative Journaling Meet-ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club at 203 S. Greensboro St.
Extension Master Gardener Info Session (8/28 In Person)
Butterfly Walk
Spot butterflies and learn about their life cycles on a nature walk at Prairie Ridge.
Poetry at Dix Park
Eddie Griffin
Paul Creel Trio featuring José Beviá and Donovan Cheatham
Last Friday Comics
Graphic novel book club for kids in grades 3–5 to share and discover stories.
Environmental Monitoring for Food Processors: Hands-On Workshop
August's Free Coworking Day @ The Junction!
West 22nd: Places To Be
The Band Next Door
Jon Shain
Creed Fisher w/ Wes Shipp at Bird's Nest Listening Room - Dunn NC
Spin Doctors, Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms in Cary
Spin Doctors, Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms outdoor concert—'90s rock for older kids & families.
Caleb Caudle & the Sweet Critters
Live Music with Sixteen Penny Band
Live music with Sixteen Penny Band at Johnson Pond in Fuquay-Varina.
The Lumina Outdoor Movies featuring Beetlejuice
Family-friendly outdoor movie: Beetlejuice on Market Street in Chapel Hill.
Why Can't We Be Friends Tour
War in Cary
The ICONS Tour
Tour iconic exhibits at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences Downtown location.
The International Festival-Around the World in Raleigh!
International Festival celebrating cultures from around the world in Raleigh.
Saturday Night Sewing with Sandi
Vintage Groove
CHILL ACT EXPO · Durham
CHILL ACT EXPO at Durham Convention Center—collectible/hobby showcase.
Learn to Lead Climb Clinic
Forest Grove Festival
Community festival in Durham with activities for all ages.
Zane's Carolina Expo
Family-friendly expo at Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center with vendors and exhibits.
LIVE MUSIC- Bad Decisions Acoustic Duo
Joe Hero - Foo Fighters Tribute and Joe Hero - 90's Rock Tribute
Chance the Rapper
Chance the Rapper at Red Hat Amphitheater—major touring artist.
War, The Family Stone, and Ohio Players
War, The Family Stone & Ohio Players at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary.
Frame with Finesse: Craft Your Own Picture Frame!
Kids craft workshop to design and frame your own picture.
When You Wish Upon A Star
Family festival with Disney-themed magic and entertainment.
Jenkins and The Rabbit
UNC Wilmington Seahawks vs North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball
Veerangana
Diamond Jubilee Celebration
Sundays at Sundown with The Orange County All Stars
Family concert series: Sundays at Sundown with The Orange County All Stars in Chapel Hill.
Miss Empodera-Te Latina 2026
Whimsical Ballerina
Ballet performance: Whimsical Ballerina in Chapel Hill.
Lynne Rothrock More Short Stories
In The Horse's Eye
Hippie Hops
Family-friendly festival in Chapel Hill with activities for all ages.
Forest Rising @ The Plant
Dam Safety 2026
Mike Gangi
Back To School Owl
e#35 “Shakin’ It UP With Ruby Martini & Magnolia Steele” Welcomes Meleah Gabhart
Kehlani, DURAND BERNARR, Isaia Huron, and 2 others
Botany Spotlight: Amazing Plant Adaptations to Terrestrial Environments
Learn how plants adapt to extreme environments at Duke Gardens.
Matthews Alive Festival
Community festival in Matthews with activities and entertainment for families.
Hora de Hablar: Practicar Inglés/Talking Time: Practice Spanish
Hora de Hablar: Practicar Inglés/Talking Time: Practice Spanish at 203 S. Greensboro St.
Storytime at the Park
Songs & stories outdoors at the Farmers' Market Pavilion—perfect for babies & preschoolers with caregivers.
North Carolina Food Safety and Defense Task Force 2026 Conference
Jutes and In Color
Profanatica
MELTT w/ Los Eclipses at Motorco Music Hall
Sip And Bloom
Apex PD Blood Drive Benefiting Special Olympics North Carolina
African American Cultural Festival
Celebrate African American culture and heritage at Raleigh's community festival.
ProgDay Progressive Rock Festival
Kash'd Out
BIG D AND THE KIDS TABLE w/ Matamoska! at The Pinhook
Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center
Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center at 2551 Homestead Rd
Town of Angier Presents Chairmen of the Board
Town of Angier festival featuring live music entertainment.
James Madison Dukes vs North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball
Watch college women's volleyball at Carmichael Arena.
TopOppGen at Lincoln Theatre
Colorful Wine
Walk on the Wild Side
Guided nature walk exploring native plants and their human connections at Duke Gardens.
September BRIAN&ELLIE Bachata Class & Practice Hour Social
One Tribe
Date Night: Love Is Fire And Water | 1 Ticket Covers 2 People
DLS @ Saints & Scholars Irish Pub - Raleigh
Friday Night Scoops & Hooves w/ Fat Cat Ice Cream
Family-friendly ice cream and farm animals at Sunset Lake in Fuquay-Varina.
Tony Baker at Goodnights Comedy Club
Music in the Park | Echo Blvd
Free outdoor music concert in Morrisville.
Bryson Tiller, Majid Jordan, Ty Dolla $ign, and Austin Millz
Colorado State Rams vs North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball
Watch college women's volleyball at Carmichael Arena.
RadioStar Live @ Wild Wing Cafe
Shinyribs
Shinyribs at the Stewart Theater
Fall Moon
REZN w/ Lockstep at Stanczyks
Godfrey
Tulane Green Wave vs Duke Blue Devils
College football: Tulane Green Wave vs Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade.
Western Carolina Catamounts vs Campbell Fighting Camels
College football: Western Carolina Catamounts vs Campbell Fighting Camels.
The 4411 at Local 506
Grow and Flow Yoga
9/11 Heroes Run - Raleigh, North Carolina
Europe Trip September 2026
Rob Gelblum
The Watchmen
Fun Candle Making With Instructor Caroline - Candle Making Class in Raleigh | Classpop!™
Brick Oven Pizza | National Pizza Day!
Food Truck: La Loncherita
African American Cultural Festival
African American Cultural Festival in downtown Raleigh — all ages.
RaleighWRLD Fest 2026
RaleighWRLD Fest 2026 — diverse music & culture festival.
The Some Of It All
HipNotized “A Musical Celebration Of All Things Classic”
HipNotized celebrates classic hits at Lincoln Theatre in Raleigh.
Grupo Frontera
Grupo Frontera live at Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh.
Raleigh Princess Day
Princess-themed celebration at Raleigh Convention Center—dress up and enjoy royal fun.
Jesse & Joy
Jesse & Joy perform at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh.
One For The Road w/ Jeff Bearcat Bunch & Cass Jones at Bird's Nest
Purple Monster
Melissa Etheridge
Tea Cup Gin and Come Dancing w/ TCG @ SUCCOTASH!
Elizabeth City State Vikings vs North Carolina Central Eagles
College football: Elizabeth City State Vikings vs. North Carolina Central Eagles.
The Lumina Outdoor Movies featuring The Princess Bride
Outdoor screening of The Princess Bride on Market Street in Chapel Hill.
Tales & Tails
Young readers build confidence reading aloud to trained therapy dogs.
Plants Read Too
Story time and nature fun at Plants Read Too in Pittsboro.
Empire of the Sun
Catch indie-pop act Empire of the Sun at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
Fall Mountain Hills
Southern Rant
Mini & Me Kolas | 1 Ticket Covers 2
Mini & Me Koalas experience in Chapel Hill—one ticket covers parent and child.
Mike Krause & The Third Expression, Berkeley Cafe Weekly Residency, September 6, 13 & 20, 6-8pm
Cocktail Cullture
Shelby Merchant
Nashville Sounds vs Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball: Nashville Sounds vs Durham Bulls.
Labor Day
Labor Day in Chapel Hill
Mindful Bodies Labor Day Mon 9/7/26 Dance Fitness Party
Tuesday Evening Book Club
Tuesday Evening Book Club at 137 W. Margaret Lane
Rum Jungle at Cat s Cradle
Board Game Night
Family board-game night at Chapel Hill Public Library.
Resident Grand Rounds
Spaghetti Fundraiser - Lunch Take Out
Support a good cause with a takeout spaghetti lunch in Selma.
TWG Presents . . .ThinkTank: Scale Beyond Transactions + Listing Like a Pro
Books and Belonging
Books and Belonging at 100 Library Dr.
JCAR New Member Orientation
Read and Discuss Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
Anatomy & Physiology Course for grades 8-12
Anatomy & physiology course for middle & high-school students in Wake Forest.
FREE Community Dinner
Free community dinner in Selma—a casual gathering for families.
Hayley Williams, Magdalena Bay, and Rico Nasty
Transitions LifeCare Faith Community Network Education Series (Session 5)
Willow Avalon
Northern Light Love
Doodle & Chill, Grades 6-12
Low-pressure creative session at Orange County Public Library for tweens to doodle, draw, and unwind.
Mid-Atlantic Tow Expo 2026
Southpaw
The Basement Yard at DPAC
Discovery Force - Beads for Backpacks
Fuse colorful Perler beads into a backpack charm at Orange County Public Library (grades 3–5).
200HR Yoga Teacher Training + Practice Development
Pumpkin Gnome
Jay Jurden
Cheekface and Catbite
Kimmi Bitter at Bird's Nest Listening Room - Dunn NC
Anna Graves
Meet the Keepers
Meet the gardeners of Duke Gardens' Discovery Garden—beekeepers, chicken caretakers, and plant experts.
2026 WakeMed Trauma Conference: When Time Matters Most
Graeson McGaha at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
Dua Saleh at Cat s Cradle - Back Room
Special Event
Not a Book Club
Not a Book Club at US
Richmond Spiders vs NC State Wolfpack
College football: Richmond Spiders vs NC State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium.
The Watchmen
Carolina Photo Expo
Golden Palms
20th Annual NC Hot Sauce Contest & Festival
20th Annual NC Hot Sauce Contest & Festival in Oxford—taste, shop & celebrate local flavors.
Yonder Mountain String Band
Fusion Room at Trilogy Swing 2026
Crepe Myrtle Celebration Kick Off Concert
Crepe Myrtle Celebration Kick Off Concert in Angier—seasonal festival with live music.
Marcus King and Penelope Road
Sommore at Goodnights Comedy Club
Friday Night on White
Friday Night on White street festival in Wake Forest—live music and community fun.
Southgate 40 Debuts @ Saints & Scholars
Downtown Clayton Concert: CD & The Mix with Peridot Sun
Free downtown concert with CD & The Mix at Clayton Town Square—family-friendly live music.
Book Lovers
Hike Expo North Carolina 2026
Hike Expo NC at Kerr Scott Building—discover trails, gear, and outdoor adventure resources.
Staind, Seether, Hoobastank, and Hinder
Shearling at Local 506
cancer walk
Alien
Food Truck: The Shak Concessions
3rd Annual Family Fest | A Free Day of Family Fun, Community & Creativity
3rd Annual Family Fest—free day of family fun, community, and creative activities.
North Carolina African Restaurant Week Festival 2026
Celebrate African cuisine and culture at this Raleigh restaurant festival.
M'BRACE 5th Women Empowerment The Power of HER
Wring Out Your Sponge Transformational Conference & Awards Luncheon
Caldwell Fall Market 2026!!
Fall market with vendors, crafts, and seasonal fun for the whole family.
5K Fun Run x HEYDAY BREWING | 2026 NC Brewery Running Series
Hinnant Family Vineyards 2026 Harvest Festival
Apex Martial Arts 30th IKF PKB/PMT/PBSC Tournament
Grow Fresh! Eat What's in Season.
Interactive farm-to-table storytime with a fresh local food tasting for kids.
East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs North Carolina Tar Heels
College football: ETSU Buccaneers vs North Carolina Tar Heels at Kenan Stadium.
2026 Silent Auction
LIVE LIFE IN COLOR 5K & 1-Mile Run
Stitching Without Seams: A Community Throw-In at Historic Russell School
Raleigh Geek and Grub Market (Gaming Edition)
Gaming-themed market with collectibles, cards, and geek culture vendors.
Brimley Brunch (Brimley Society Exclusive)
Brimley Brunch (Brimley Society Exclusive) at Downtown Raleigh
S.T.E.A.M in the Capital - Electronics
Hands-on S.T.E.A.M. workshop focusing on electronics in Raleigh.
Fresh Fall Floral
The Screwtape Letters
North Carolina A&T Aggies vs North Carolina Central Eagles
College football: NC A&T Aggies vs NC Central Eagles at O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium.
DEKA MILE, STRONG & ATLAS Hosted by Zeta Wolf Fitness - Fuquay-Varina, NC
Ride For Freedom
The Righteous Cry
Love Durham Run 5k
PAL Power Run 5k
Four Oaks Car, Truck, Motorcycle Show
Car, truck, and motorcycle show—kids love seeing cool vehicles up close.
The Band Next Door
Paddling for Pennies Presents DR. DAVID GRIFFIN
WKA Grand Nationals & WKA Regional Championship Series Round 4 "The Reaper Class Championship"
Dennis the Dominator Fund Raiser!
Acorn Festival
Acorn Festival in Four Oaks—a seasonal celebration with community fun for the whole family.
"On the Bench" Community Workshop – Help us Build Benches for Durham Bus Stops
Cary Whiskey Wine & Fire
NC Concealed Carry Handgun Training
Shroom Daze
2nd Annual ChocMuzic Fest
2nd Annual ChocMuzic Fest—chocolate and music celebration at The Portal HQ.
Birding with Wake Audubon Society
Guided birding walk with Wake Audubon at Museum Park—spot local birds and learn from experts.
Notes on View: Salomé Sandoval
Notes on View: Salomé Sandoval at West Building
Classical Music in the Park
Free classical music performance in Museum Park—bring a blanket and enjoy live music outdoors.
Dueling Dinosaurs Sensory Friendly Mornings
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly dinosaur exhibit mornings at NC Museum of Natural Sciences—calm environment for all learners.
Skywatching: Views from The Durham
Skywatching program at Morehead Planetarium—explore the night sky from The Durham Hotel (free!).
Plant Propagation: Growing New Plants from Cuttings
Learn plant propagation from cuttings with Duke Gardens' curator in this hands-on botany workshop.
Most Delicious Poison: A Virtual Author Talk with Noah Whiteman
Virtual author talk on how plants, animals & microbes create toxins—cutting-edge science made accessible.
Friends Fall Book Sale
Friends Fall Book Sale at Orange County Public Library—affordable books for all ages.
Lectura y bienestar
Lectura y bienestar at 100 Library Dr.
Science Café
Interactive science conversations at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
BugFest 2026
Hands-on bug exhibits and nature exploration at NC Museum's annual BugFest.
Botanical Embroidery as Visible Mending
Learn botanical embroidery & visible mending with artist Julia Gartrell at Duke Gardens.
Wonderkids - Snakes and Turtles and Alligators, Oh My!
Hands-on STEAM exploration for preschoolers—snakes, turtles, and more this month.
Native Shrubs for Resilient Landscapes (in person)
Learn how native shrubs build resilient gardens with an expert naturalist at Duke Gardens.
No Bake September: Dessert Lab, Grades 6-12
Make surprise no-bake desserts with kids in grades 6–12 at the Orange County Library.
SciREN Triangle and Educator Open House
Educator and family open house exploring nature at NC Museum's facility.
From One to Many: Plant Propagation Walk
Walk with a plant curator to learn propagation techniques at Duke Gardens.
Educator Trek: Backbone of North Carolina
Field-based educator workshop exploring North Carolina's geological backbone.
Saturday Science Sparks
Hands-on science program at Morehead Planetarium & Science Center.
Herbs Beyond the Kitchen
Explore medicinal, aromatic & creative uses of herbs beyond cooking with an expert.
Community Blood Drive
Community Blood Drive at 100 Library Dr.
Florida Panthers at Carolina Hurricanes
Watch the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Florida Panthers at Lenovo Center.
Science Trivia
Science Trivia at Downtown Raleigh
NCMA Dance Gumbo: Dance Fitness with Jordan Farrell
NCMA Dance Gumbo: Dance Fitness with Jordan Farrell at Museum Park, Ellipse
Unframed Voices: Art. Theater. No Boundaries.
Art and theater experience at NC Museum of Art.
Diwali Celebration
Family-friendly Diwali celebration in Cary.
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow
Celebrate Native American culture, music, dance & crafts at this vibrant inter-tribal powwow in Raleigh.
Medicare Basics
Medicare Basics at 100 Library Dr.
2026 Shepherds 360 Conference
The Phaeton Piano Trio
The Phaeton Piano Trio at East Building, SECU Auditorium
Botany Spotlight: Meet the Meat Eaters—Carnivorous Plants
Learn about carnivorous plants from a Duke biology professor at Duke Gardens.
Member Discovery Day – Leaves and Legends
Member Discovery Day exploring leaves & legends at NC Museum of Natural Sciences — hands-on fun.
Apex Geek and Grub Market (Halloween Edition)
Apex Geek and Grub Market (Halloween Edition) — collectibles, comics & seasonal fun.
Harvest Festival
Celebrate autumn at Duke Gardens with activities, music & demonstrations for all ages.
All Things Open 2026
On the Rocks: A Scree & Crevice Garden Tour
Explore Duke Gardens' scree & crevice gardens and discover tenacious alpine plants.
OLLI at Duke: Egypt and Nubia in Ancient Africa
OLLI at Duke: Egypt and Nubia in Ancient Africa at East Building, SECU Auditorium
Adult Nights: Tales of Woe
Adult Nights: Tales of Woe at Downtown Raleigh
Educator Trek: Got Elk?
Educator Trek: Got Elk? at In the Field
Educator Trek: Butterfly Pinning and Backyard Bug Collecting
Hands-on bug collecting and pinning at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
North Raleigh Halloween-themed Indie Bookstore Crawl w/ Katie Karambelas
Spellbound 2026
Spooky Halloween event at Mordecai Historic Park.
Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl
Mixed-Media Floral Greeting Cards
Create botanically inspired greeting cards using mixed-media techniques at Duke Gardens.
Mum’s the Word: Special Walking Tour of Show Chrysanthemums (Oct.)
Learn how chrysanthemums are cultivated into stunning blooms on a guided garden tour.
Charles McBee Live in Raleigh
The Halloween Bar Crawl - Raleigh
Build a Bug Snug
Build a sculptural bug hotel from twigs and stems to help insects overwinter.
Botanizing at Occoneechee Mountain
Hike a hidden gem of NC forest with Duke's biology professor to spot diverse native plants.
Read or Treat
Halloween-themed story time and trick-or-treat fun for little ones.
A Festival of Fabulous Mums
Celebrate autumn's colors amid thousands of blooming chrysanthemums at Duke Gardens.
Museum Movie Night: Jurassic Park
Family movie night featuring Jurassic Park at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Sacred Song Series: A Celebration of Diwali
Celebrate Diwali with music and art at the NC Museum of Art.
Mum’s the Word: Special Walking Tour of Show Chrysanthemums (Nov.)
Learn how chrysanthemums are cultivated into stunning blooms on a guided garden tour.
History of Science Research Day
Explore the history of science at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Rethinking Seasonal Cleanup: Why Less Can Be More for Wildlife (in person)
Rethinking Seasonal Cleanup: Why Less Can Be More for Wildlife (in person) at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center
Rethinking Seasonal Cleanup: Why Less Can Be More for Wildlife (virtual)
Rethinking Seasonal Cleanup: Why Less Can Be More for Wildlife (virtual) at Virtual (Zoom)
Botanical Quilt Blocks
Botanical Quilt Blocks at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center
Member Holiday Celebration
Holiday celebration for members at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Woody Ethnobotany
Woody Ethnobotany at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center
Cultivating Capacity: Plant Meditation and Sculpture
Cultivating Capacity: Plant Meditation and Sculpture at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center
The Story of Stone in the Culberson Asiatic Arboretum
The Story of Stone in the Culberson Asiatic Arboretum at Duke Gardens–Barnes Welcome Center
Midday Meader
Midday Meader at Onsite at Duke Gardens – directions to follow
Triangle Orchid Society Fall for Orchids Show
Free orchid show with hundreds of blooming plants, expert talks, and orchids for sale at Duke Gardens.
A World of Weird and Wonderful Plants: Duke Research Greenhouse Tour
Guided tour of Duke's research greenhouse showcasing amazing plants from around the world.
Kudzu and Wisteria Basket Weaving
Learn basket weaving with invasive plants at Duke Gardens.
Botany Spotlight: Lichen
Nature walk exploring lichen at Duke Gardens.
Holiday Greenery: Build Your Own Wreath
Build a fresh holiday wreath at Duke Gardens.
Developing Reverent Relationships with Plants: Herbal Stovetop Potpourri
Hands-on herbal workshop creating stovetop potpourri at Duke Gardens.
Durham Geek and Grub Market (Holiday Nightmare Edition)
Geek and Grub holiday market—collectibles, crafts & food at Durham Armory.
Stonework of Duke Gardens
Guided tour of Duke Gardens' stunning stonework with master artisan Brooks Burleson.
Midday Meander
Conversational garden stroll with Duke Gardens' director of learning & engagement.
Track Santa on His Magical Journey Around the World 🎅🏻
Track Santa's journey around the world on Christmas Eve with NORAD's magical online experience.
Christmas
Christmas in Chapel Hill
New Year Closure
New Year Closure in Chapel Hill
New Year Closure
New Year Closure at 100 Library Dr.
Dragons: VIP Reception (Naturalist, Explorers, & Brimley Exclusive)
Members-only dragon exhibit reception at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Member Night: Dragons
Members' night with dragons exhibit at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Member Discovery Day – Summer Workshop
Summer workshop for museum members at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.