Family events in Toledo · October 2026

Thu, Oct 1

Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center

Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center at 2551 Homestead Rd

Thu, Oct 1

Take & Make Kits for Kids (3rd-5th Grades)

Monthly take-and-make craft kits for elementary kids to explore creativity at home.

Thu, Oct 1

Public Tour

Public Tour at West Building

Thu, Oct 1

Meet the Keepers

Meet beekeepers and care for chickens and edible plants at Duke Gardens.

Thu, Oct 1

Storytime and Playtime at Southern

Stories, songs, and playtime for toddlers and preschoolers at Southern Branch.

Thu, Oct 1

Beginning-Level English Class

Beginning-Level English Class at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Thu, Oct 1

Transportation, Mobility & Greenways Advisory Commission Meeting

Transportation, Mobility & Greenways Advisory Commission Meeting at Carrboro, NC 27510

Thu, Oct 1

Adventure Squad - Grossology!

Spook-tacular cooking fun with silly 'grossology' snacks at Hillsborough library.

Thu, Oct 1

Teen Time

After-school hangout for teens to study, socialize, and relax.

Thu, Oct 1

Jonas Brothers: The Burning Up Tour All Over Again

Jonas Brothers bring The Burning Up Tour All Over Again to Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

Thu, Oct 1

Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Concert

Live music celebration of Fuquay-Varina—a free community concert for all ages.

Thu, Oct 1

Incredible Science

Incredible Science at Downtown Raleigh

Thu, Oct 1

Family Story Time

Stories and songs for families at Chapel Hill Public Library.

Thu, Oct 1

Dylan Gossett & Charles Wesley Godwin

Country musicians Dylan Gossett and Charles Wesley Godwin perform at Red Hat Amphitheater.

Thu, Oct 1

Science Trivia

Science Trivia at Downtown Raleigh

Thu, Oct 1

honestav - The Sweet American Boy Tour

Hip-hop artist honestav brings The Sweet American Boy Tour to Lincoln Theatre.

Thu, Oct 1

CVA Artists Reception

CVA Artists Reception at 111 E Second St, Clayton, NC 27520

Thu, Oct 1

Southern Women's Show of Johnston County

Southern Women's Show of Johnston County at 111 E Second St, Clayton, NC 27520

Thu, Oct 1

Kids' Crafternoon

Hands-on craft activity for kids in grades K–5 at Chapel Hill Public Library.

Thu, Oct 1

Discovery Drop-In & Storytime

Discovery Drop-In & Storytime at Duke Gardens – Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden

Thu, Oct 1

Walk on the Wild Side

Guided nature walk through Duke Gardens' native plant collection.

Fri, Oct 2

Baby Time

Baby Time at 100 Library Dr.

Fri, Oct 2

Messengers of Time & Space

Planetarium show exploring time and space at Morehead in Chapel Hill.

Fri, Oct 2

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals

Watch the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Washington Capitals at Lenovo Center.

Fri, Oct 2

Jaane Pehchane Anjane: Anupam Kher and Swaroop Sampat Live

Indian theater artists Anupam Kher and Swaroop Sampat perform live at Martin Marietta Center.

Fri, Oct 2

Carolina Skies

Star-gazing planetarium show at Morehead Planetarium & Science Center.

Fri, Oct 2

Morning Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

Morning Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Fri, Oct 2

"Drinking Habits" Fall Play

"Drinking Habits" Fall Play at 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502

Fri, Oct 2

Tickets On Sale Now! Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour

Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock concert—kids love this all-ages pop music tour.

Fri, Oct 2

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Soccer vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Womens Soccer

UNC Tar Heels Women's Soccer faces Notre Dame at Dorrance Field in Chapel Hill.

Fri, Oct 2

Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour

Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Fri, Oct 2

Teen Science Café: Unwinding Spiral Galaxies

Teens explore the science of spiral galaxies through hands-on discussion at the Natural Sciences Museum.

Fri, Oct 2

Baby Move & Play

Guided movement and play for babies 6–18 months with caregivers.

Fri, Oct 2

Live Animal Feeding – Ocean Habitat

Watch live feeding of ocean animals at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Fri, Oct 2

Spider Hunt

Guided spider hunt exploring nature at Prairie Ridge, part of NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Fri, Oct 2

Right to Read Kickoff & The Librarians Screening

Right to Read Kickoff & The Librarians Screening at 100 Library Dr.

Fri, Oct 2

Craig Conant

Craig Conant at Goodnights Comedy Club

Fri, Oct 2

Davide De Pierro

Davide De Pierro at Carolina Theatre - Durham

Fri, Oct 2

North Carolina Symphony - The Music Of Pink Floyd With The Machine

North Carolina Symphony - The Music Of Pink Floyd With The Machine at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Fri, Oct 2

The Midnight: Time Machines

Synth-pop duo The Midnight perform Time Machines at The Ritz in Raleigh.

Sat, Oct 3

Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival

Community celebration in Fuquay-Varina with activities and attractions for all ages.

Sat, Oct 3

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football

UNC Tar Heels face Notre Dame in college football at Kenan Stadium.

Sat, Oct 3

Indigo Girls

Indigo Girls at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Sat, Oct 3

We Are Stars

Planetarium show celebrating stars and our place in the universe.

Sat, Oct 3

Matt Braunger

Matt Braunger at Goodnights Comedy Club

Sat, Oct 3

Animation Is Art: Little Amélie or the Character of Rain

Charming French animated film screening at NC Museum of Art.

Sat, Oct 3

North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Louisville Cardinals Football

NC State Wolfpack football vs. Louisville Cardinals at Carter Finley Stadium.

Sat, Oct 3

Fortune Feimster: Takin' Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour

Fortune Feimster: Takin' Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour at DPAC

Sat, Oct 3

Family Pumpkin Painting

Family craft session—paint pumpkins together this fall.

Sat, Oct 3

Art on the Dot

Interactive art experience at NC Museum of Art where kids create and explore.

Sat, Oct 3

Chine Collé Printmaking with Erica Kendrick

Hands-on printmaking workshop learning chine collé technique with artist Erica Kendrick.

Sat, Oct 3

From Earth to the Universe

Planetarium journey from Earth through the cosmos at Morehead.

Sat, Oct 3

Magic Tree House Space Mission

Planetarium show based on the Magic Tree House books at Morehead in Chapel Hill.

Sat, Oct 3

Still. Moving: Spiral Woman as interpreted by Arts Together/Rainbow Dance Company

Dance and movement interpretation inspired by art at NC Museum of Art's West Building.

Sat, Oct 3

Orlando Leyba

Orlando Leyba at Raleigh Improv

Sat, Oct 3

Taekwondo: From Beginner to Black Belt

Introduction to Taekwondo from a local teen instructor at Orange County Library.

Sat, Oct 3

Outdoor Story Time

Outdoor story time with songs, rhymes, and movement for the whole family in Chapel Hill.

Sat, Oct 3

Japanese Tea Gathering: Kanna-zuki -1st seating

Experience Japanese tea ceremony at Duke Gardens with a tea master and local practitioners.

Sat, Oct 3

Family-Friendly Tours

Guided museum tours designed specifically for families at NC Museum of Art's West Building.

Sat, Oct 3

Dads Playgroup

Fun playgroup for young kids and caregivers at Orange County Library.

Sat, Oct 3

Alicia Villarreal - Bendita Locura Tour 2026

Alicia Villarreal - Bendita Locura Tour 2026 at The Ritz

Sat, Oct 3

Live Animal Feeding: Lobster

Watch live lobster feeding at NC Museum of Natural Sciences in downtown Raleigh.

Sat, Oct 3

The Sun: Our Living Star

Planetarium show exploring the Sun's role in our solar system.

Sat, Oct 3

NCMA Dance Gumbo: Dance Fitness with Jordan Farrell

NCMA Dance Gumbo: Dance Fitness with Jordan Farrell at Museum Park, Ellipse

Sat, Oct 3

North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. Campbell Fighting Camels Football

College football game: NC Central Eagles vs. Campbell Fighting Camels.

Sat, Oct 3

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs at Carolina Theatre - Durham

Sat, Oct 3

Kevin Atwater w/ Jessie Mazin

Kevin Atwater w/ Jessie Mazin at Cat's Cradle

Sat, Oct 3

SuperFun Saturday

Town of Apex's SuperFun Saturday recreational program for families and kids.

Sat, Oct 3

Story Time @ Page 158 Bookstore

Kids' storytime at independent Page 158 Bookstore in Wake Forest.

Sun, Oct 4

Solar System Odyssey

Planetarium show exploring the solar system at Morehead in Chapel Hill.

Sun, Oct 4

LEGO Spook-tacular at Southern

Drop-in LEGO building event with spooky themes at Orange County Public Library.

Sun, Oct 4

Accessible Curtain Call From Beyond: Theatre Haunts & History

Accessible Curtain Call From Beyond: Theatre Haunts & History at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Sun, Oct 4

WEEZER: The Gathering

Alternative rock legends Weezer perform at Lenovo Center.

Sun, Oct 4

Love Local Showcase

Love Local Showcase at 220 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502

Sun, Oct 4

Andy Frasco and The U.N

Andy Frasco and The U.N at Lincoln Theatre-NC

Sun, Oct 4

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Womens Volleyball

Watch UNC women's volleyball take on Georgia Tech at Carmichael Arena.

Sun, Oct 4

Curtain Call From Beyond: Theatre Haunts & History

Curtain Call From Beyond: Theatre Haunts & History at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Sun, Oct 4

One Sky, Many Eyes

Planetarium show about cultural astronomy at Morehead in Chapel Hill.

Sun, Oct 4

Supermassive Black Holes

Planetarium show about supermassive black holes at Morehead in Chapel Hill.

Sun, Oct 4

Tales & Tails

Young readers build confidence reading aloud to therapy dogs at Orange County Library.

Sun, Oct 4

Grupo Duelo

Grupo Duelo at The Ritz

Sun, Oct 4

Dermot Kennedy: The Weight of the Woods Tour

Singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy performs at Red Hat Amphitheater.

Mon, Oct 5

Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Community Member

Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Community Member at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Mon, Oct 5

Tourism Development Authority Meeting

Tourism Development Authority Meeting at Carrboro, NC 27510

Mon, Oct 5

First Monday Classics Book Club

First Monday Classics Book Club at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Mon, Oct 5

Local History Help Hours

Local History Help Hours at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Mon, Oct 5

Ultraviolet Experiment: K-2nd Grades

Hands-on science experiment exploring ultraviolet light for K–2nd graders.

Mon, Oct 5

Baby Lapsit

Early literacy songs, rhymes, and stories for babies at Orange County Library.

Tue, Oct 6

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - Backyard Fairies

K–2 kids build, create, and explore fairy-themed projects at Curiosity Crew.

Tue, Oct 6

Banned Books Week Read-In

Banned Books Week Read-In at 100 Library Dr.

Tue, Oct 6

Preschool Story Time

Stories, songs, and fun for preschoolers at Chapel Hill Public Library.

Tue, Oct 6

Build Club

K–5 kids design and build with bricks, tiles, blocks & more each week.

Tue, Oct 6

Monthly CVA Member Meeting

Monthly CVA Member Meeting at 111 E Second St, Clayton, NC 27520

Tue, Oct 6

Toddler Read & Play

Toddlers ages 1–3 listen to stories, sing songs, and play with toys in Clayton.

Tue, Oct 6

Babytime at Southern

Babytime songs, rhymes, and stories at Orange County Library's Southern Branch.

Tue, Oct 6

Hora de Hablar: Practica Español/Talking Time: Practice Spanish

Hora de Hablar: Practica Español/Talking Time: Practice Spanish at 203 S. Greensboro St.

Tue, Oct 6

Apex Night Out ft. Touch-A-Truck

Community evening with Touch-A-Truck and interactive activities for families.

Tue, Oct 6

Carolina Science Cafe: Who’s a Journalist in the Age of AI?

Carolina Science Cafe: Who’s a Journalist in the Age of AI? at Haw River Tap & Table

Tue, Oct 6

Fall Gardening Workshops with K-State Extension - Winter Preparation & Garden Planning

Fall Gardening Workshops with K-State Extension - Winter Preparation & Garden Planning at Smithfield

Wed, Oct 7

Environmental Advisory Board Subcommittee Meeting - RE: Data Centers

Environmental Advisory Board Subcommittee Meeting - RE: Data Centers at 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

Wed, Oct 7

Costume Bazaar

Browse gently-used Halloween costumes and dress-up clothes for kids at Orange County Library.

Wed, Oct 7

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band at Carolina Theatre - Durham

Wed, Oct 7

Russian Circles w/ Pelican

Russian Circles w/ Pelican at Cat's Cradle

Wed, Oct 7

Preschool Read & Play

Preschool program combining read-alouds, songs, and hands-on play time.

Wed, Oct 7

Early Explorers Lab

Hands-on active play lab building motor skills for toddlers and preschoolers.

Wed, Oct 7

Lollipop Series for Young Children - Bright Star Touring Theatre in "Hispanic Folktales"

Bright Star Touring Theatre brings Hispanic folktales to life for young children.

Wed, Oct 7

Senior Tennis Play Day

Senior Tennis Play Day at 101 Williams St., Carrboro, NC 27510

Wed, Oct 7

Toddler Story Time

Interactive toddler story time with books, music, rhymes & movement at Wake Forest Community Library.

Wed, Oct 7

What’s in the Box?

Sensory-rich discovery activity where kids explore art through touch and play.

Wed, Oct 7

Toddler Time

Songs, stories, and movement for toddlers at Chapel Hill Public Library.

Thu, Oct 8

GOOD MOON Presents Sylvan Esso

GOOD MOON Presents Sylvan Esso at DPAC

Thu, Oct 8

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Vancouver Canucks

Professional hockey action with the Carolina Hurricanes at home.

Thu, Oct 8

Good Moon Festival VIP Weekend Pass

Multi-day country music festival with top touring acts—great for families who love live music.

Thu, Oct 8

Return of the Wild: A Lewis and Clark Wildlife Resurvey

Wildlife exhibit inspired by the Lewis & Clark expedition downtown.

Thu, Oct 8

Whitney

Pop artist Whitney performs at Cat's Cradle—great for teens and older music fans.

Thu, Oct 8

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Belmont Bruins Mens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils basketball—a college sports spectacle families can enjoy at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Thu, Oct 8

Whiteville Teen Science Cafe: Burning for Quail

Teen-led science café exploring prescribed burns and wildlife management at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Thu, Oct 8

Office Hours w/Mayor Pro-Tempore Terry Mahaffey

Office Hours w/Mayor Pro-Tempore Terry Mahaffey at 63 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

Thu, Oct 8

Discovery Force - Fizz Factory

Fizzy science experiments exploring bubbles and carbonation at Orange County Library.

Fri, Oct 9

Duke University Blue Devils Baseball vs. East Carolina Baseball

College baseball: Duke Blue Devils vs. East Carolina at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

Fri, Oct 9

GOOD MOON Presents Tyler Childers

GOOD MOON Presents Tyler Childers at DPAC

Fri, Oct 9

Grandfriends Storytime

Intergenerational storytime with books, songs, and movement for kids and grown-ups.

Fri, Oct 9

North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Syracuse University Womens Volleyball

NC State women's volleyball—exciting college sports action at Reynolds Coliseum.

Fri, Oct 9

North Carolina Symphony - Mendelssohn Violin Concerto

NC Symphony performs Mendelssohn's beloved violin concerto—beautiful classical music for families.

Fri, Oct 9

Unframed Voices: Art. Theater. No Boundaries.

Art and theater experience at NC Museum of Art.

Fri, Oct 9

Cameron Price is Right Trivia @ The Flying Pierogi Delicatessen

Cameron Price is Right Trivia @ The Flying Pierogi Delicatessen at 101 Two Hills Dr #140, Carrboro, NC 27510

Sat, Oct 10

Climate Up Close

Explore climate science up close at NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Nature Research Center.

Sat, Oct 10

Preacher Lawson

Preacher Lawson at Raleigh Improv

Sat, Oct 10

Edith Marquez- ETERNA E INOLVIDADLE

Edith Marquez- ETERNA E INOLVIDADLE at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Sat, Oct 10

San Luis- Aunque Sea Todo World Tour

Latin music concert featuring San Luis performing the Aunque Sea Todo World Tour.

Sat, Oct 10

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Soccer vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Mens Soccer

UNC Tar Heels men's soccer vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Sat, Oct 10

Birding with Wake Audubon Society

Guided birding walk with Wake Audubon at Museum Park.

Sat, Oct 10

Family Studio

Drop-in art-making studio for families at NC Museum of Art.

Sat, Oct 10

North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Football

NC State football vs. Wake Forest at Carter Finley Stadium.

Sat, Oct 10

Saturday Science Sparks

Hands-on science program at Morehead Planetarium.

Sat, Oct 10

Hora de cuentos

Spanish storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement for bilingual families.

Sat, Oct 10

Geschichtenzeit für Kinder | Storytime in German

German storytime with UNC students—no prior language needed, all welcome.

Sat, Oct 10

Saturday Skills: Technology Class with CWS

Saturday Skills: Technology Class with CWS at 203 S. Greensboro St.

Sat, Oct 10

Classical Music in the Park

Free classical music performance in Museum Park—bring a blanket and enjoy live music outdoors.

Sat, Oct 10

North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. William and Mary Tribe Football

NC Central Eagles football vs. William and Mary Tribe.

Sat, Oct 10

Turnpike Troubadours

Turnpike Troubadours perform country at Red Hat Amphitheater.

Sat, Oct 10

Astronaut

Planetarium show about the training, missions, and dreams of astronauts.

Sun, Oct 11

beabadoobee: The Powerlines Tour

British indie-rock artist beabadoobee brings The Powerlines Tour to Lenovo Center.

Sun, Oct 11

Diwali Celebration

Family-friendly Diwali celebration in Cary.

Sun, Oct 11

North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Boston College Eagles Womens Volleyball

Watch NC State Women's Volleyball face off against Boston College at Reynolds Coliseum.

Sun, Oct 11

Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow

Celebrate Native American culture, music, dance & crafts at this vibrant inter-tribal powwow in Raleigh.

Sun, Oct 11

Dueling Dinosaurs Sensory Friendly Mornings

Sensory-friendly dinosaur exhibit at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Sun, Oct 11

Climate Up Close

Climate Up Close at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center

Mon, Oct 12

Wonderkids - Gourd Vibes Only

Hands-on STEAM exploration for older preschoolers at the library.

Mon, Oct 12

Douglass Speaks Series: 175 years of Frederick Douglass

Douglass Speaks Series: 175 years of Frederick Douglass at 100 Library Dr.

Mon, Oct 12

Medicare Basics

Medicare Basics at 100 Library Dr.

Mon, Oct 12

2026 Shepherds 360 Conference

Mon, Oct 12

Nature Stories at NCMA

Nature-themed storytelling at NC Museum of Art's outdoor grounds.

Mon, Oct 12

Homeschool Hangout

Hangout for homeschooling families with games, crafts, and library resources.

Mon, Oct 12

Kids Chess Club

Chess club for kids to play and challenge friends at the library.

Tue, Oct 13

Board Game Night

Family board game night at Chapel Hill Public Library — bring the kids for fun tabletop gaming.

Tue, Oct 13

Storytime at the Park

Songs and stories for babies and preschoolers at the Farmers' Market Pavilion.

Tue, Oct 13

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

Grammy-winning jazz musician Trombone Shorty performs at Carolina Theatre in Durham.

Tue, Oct 13

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - Kaleidoscope Creations

K-2 craft program making kaleidoscopes and exploring light and color.

Tue, Oct 13

STEAM Career Showcase for Students with Disabilities

Explore STEAM careers and meet professionals at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Tue, Oct 13

Maybe Happy Ending (Touring)

Contemporary musical about reconnecting with an estranged friend.

Wed, Oct 14

Sea Glass Art, Grades 6-12

Create art with sea glass using markers and doodling—no experience needed.

Wed, Oct 14

Botany Spotlight: Meet the Meat Eaters—Carnivorous Plants

Learn about carnivorous plants from a Duke biology professor at Duke Gardens.

Wed, Oct 14

Let's Get Moving : Chair-Based Exercise Class

Let's Get Moving : Chair-Based Exercise Class at 100 Library Dr.

Wed, Oct 14

The Phaeton Piano Trio

The Phaeton Piano Trio at East Building, SECU Auditorium

Thu, Oct 15

Member Discovery Day – Leaves and Legends

Member Discovery Day exploring leaves & legends at NC Museum of Natural Sciences — hands-on fun.

Thu, Oct 15

NCMA After Hours: Ancient Nubia

NCMA After Hours: Ancient Nubia at East Building

Thu, Oct 15

Discovery Force - Tape It and Make It with Washi

Peel, stick, and create with colorful washi tape—kids take home unique projects.

Thu, Oct 15

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox - The Future Is Vintage World Tour

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox reimagines hits across genres with vintage flair.

Thu, Oct 15

Main Meeting Room 116 Reservation

Main Meeting Room 116 Reservation at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Thu, Oct 15

Ty Myers w/ Brent Cobb

Ty Myers w/ Brent Cobb at Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park

Thu, Oct 15

The Tallest Man on Earth

The Tallest Man on Earth at Haw River Ballroom

Thu, Oct 15

Pop Up Library @ The Seymour Senior Center

Pop Up Library @ The Seymour Senior Center at 2551 Homestead Rd

Thu, Oct 15

Carolina Ballet presents Dracula

Carolina Ballet brings the gothic drama of Dracula to life on stage.

Fri, Oct 16

Page Turners Book Club at the Seymour Center

Page Turners Book Club at the Seymour Center at 2551 Homestead Rd

Fri, Oct 16

Ancient Nubia Member Preview Day

Ancient Nubia Member Preview Day at East Building, Meymandi Exhibition Gallery

Fri, Oct 16

North Carolina State University Wolfpack Baseball vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Baseball

College baseball: NC State Wolfpack vs. North Carolina Tar Heels at Durham Bulls park.

Fri, Oct 16

Avery Anna - Blood Runs Thicker Tour

Avery Anna - Blood Runs Thicker Tour at The Ritz

Fri, Oct 16

North Carolina Opera Presents CARMEN

NC Opera's passionate production of Carmen brings Bizet's drama to life.

Fri, Oct 16

SAS Championship - Friday

Watch professional golf at the SAS Championship in Cary.

Fri, Oct 16

Atsuko Okatsuka

Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour at Carolina Theatre - Durham

Fri, Oct 16

North Carolina Symphony - Rhapsody In Blue

North Carolina Symphony - Rhapsody In Blue at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Fri, Oct 16

Tommy Mesa and Olga Kern

Tommy Mesa and Olga Kern at East Building, SECU Auditorium

Fri, Oct 16

Excavating Ancient Nubia Opening Lecture, funded by the Docent Lecture Endowment

Excavating Ancient Nubia Opening Lecture, funded by the Docent Lecture Endowment at East Building, SECU Auditorium

Sat, Oct 17

Cuentacuentos: Spanish Storytime @ Main

Spanish storytime with songs, rhymes, and playtime for bilingual toddlers.

Sat, Oct 17

Duke Blue Devils Football vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Football

Rivalry game: Duke Blue Devils vs. North Carolina Tar Heels football at Wallace Wade Stadium.

Sat, Oct 17

Apex Geek and Grub Market (Halloween Edition)

Apex Geek and Grub Market (Halloween Edition) — collectibles, comics & seasonal fun.

Sat, Oct 17

Hora de Cuentos en Español - Storytime in Spanish!

Spanish-language storytime for toddlers and young children with songs, rhymes, and interactive fun.

Sat, Oct 17

Volunteer Workday in Pritchard Park

Family-friendly habitat restoration in Pritchard Park—plant natives and learn ecology.

Sat, Oct 17

North Carolina Courage vs. San Diego Wave FC

Professional women's soccer: NC Courage vs. San Diego Wave FC at WakeMed Soccer Park.

Sat, Oct 17

Campbell Fighting Camels Football vs. Towson Tigers Football

College football matchup: Campbell Fighting Camels vs. Towson Tigers at Barker Lane Stadium.

Sun, Oct 18

Sensory-Friendly Hour at Ancient Nubia Community Day

Sensory-friendly museum hours for families with sensory sensitivities.

Sun, Oct 18

Trampled By Turtles w/ Futurebirds

Trampled by Turtles brings folk-bluegrass energy to outdoor Koka Booth Amphitheatre stage.

Sun, Oct 18

Dig Deeper With Us Gardening Series

Dig Deeper With Us Gardening Series at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Sun, Oct 18

North Carolina Symphony - Mendelssohn Violin Concerto

NC Symphony performs Mendelssohn's soaring violin concerto at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill.

Sun, Oct 18

Harvest Festival

Celebrate autumn at Duke Gardens with activities, music & demonstrations for all ages.

Sun, Oct 18

Ancient Nubia Community Day

Family day celebrating the Ancient Nubia exhibition at NC Museum of Art.

Sun, Oct 18

Waylon Wyatt - Dustpiles World Tour

Country music tour stop at The Ritz in Raleigh.

Mon, Oct 19

All Things Open 2026

Mon, Oct 19

Heirloom Apples of North Carolina

Heirloom Apples of North Carolina at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Tue, Oct 20

On the Rocks: A Scree & Crevice Garden Tour

Explore Duke Gardens' scree & crevice gardens and discover tenacious alpine plants.

Tue, Oct 20

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Tennessee Vols Mens Basketball

Duke basketball vs. Tennessee at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham.

Tue, Oct 20

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - LEGOs

K–2 kids build and create with LEGOs in this hands-on library discovery program.

Wed, Oct 21

Lectura y bienestar

Lectura y bienestar at 100 Library Dr.

Wed, Oct 21

Relax and Read at Southern: A Silent Book Club

Relax and Read at Southern: A Silent Book Club at 203 S. Greensboro St.

Wed, Oct 21

Yarn Pumpkins, Grades 6-12

Grades 6–12 craft colorful yarn pumpkins—a cozy fall art project at the library.

Wed, Oct 21

Science Detectives: Green Plants

Hands-on science workshop about plants and photosynthesis at the museum.

Wed, Oct 21

Artful Story Time

Story time blending books and art at the NC Museum of Art.

Wed, Oct 21

Science Detectives: Beyond the Study Skin

Hands-on science workshop exploring skin and body systems at the museum.

Wed, Oct 21

Jacob Collier

Jacob Collier at DPAC

Wed, Oct 21

Science Detectives: Pollinator Power

Hands-on science detective program exploring pollinators at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Wed, Oct 21

OLLI at Duke: Egypt and Nubia in Ancient Africa

OLLI at Duke: Egypt and Nubia in Ancient Africa at East Building, SECU Auditorium

Wed, Oct 21

Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds - Mutiny for the Masses 2026 Tour

Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds - Mutiny for the Masses 2026 Tour at Lenovo Center

Wed, Oct 21

Maddie Zahm

Pop music concert at Lincoln Theatre in Raleigh.

Wed, Oct 21

Teen Craft

Creative craft projects designed for teens at the library.

Thu, Oct 22

Elmo's Got the Moves

Elmo brings dance and fun to the stage at DPAC in Durham.

Thu, Oct 22

Discovery Force - Big Things, Small Spaces!

Hands-on science experiments exploring floating, sinking, and volume for grades 3–5.

Thu, Oct 22

Weaving Your Story World: Workshop with Author Melora Fern

Local author Melora Fern teaches young writers how to build believable story worlds.

Fri, Oct 23

Robby Hoffman

Robby Hoffman: Live On Tour at Carolina Theatre - Durham

Fri, Oct 23

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Soccer vs. Stanford Cardinal Womens Soccer

Watch UNC women's soccer take on Stanford in a college match at Dorrance Field.

Fri, Oct 23

Steve Lacy: Oh yeah? Tour

Steve Lacy: Oh yeah? Tour at Red Hat Amphitheater

Fri, Oct 23

Educator Trek: Got Elk?

Educator Trek: Got Elk? at In the Field

Fri, Oct 23

North Carolina Symphony - The Music of John Williams: Star Wars & More

NC Symphony plays iconic John Williams film scores—Star Wars, Harry Potter & more.

Fri, Oct 23

Clint Black & Midland - Live in Concert: 8 Nights Only

Clint Black & Midland - Live in Concert: 8 Nights Only at DPAC

Fri, Oct 23

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. California Golden Bears Womens Volleyball

Watch UNC women's volleyball take on California at Carmichael Arena.

Fri, Oct 23

Adult Nights: Tales of Woe

Adult Nights: Tales of Woe at Downtown Raleigh

Sat, Oct 24

Delta Rae

Indie rock band Delta Rae performs at The Ritz in downtown Raleigh.

Sat, Oct 24

UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony

A symphonic concert experience celebrating the video game UNDERTALE's music and story.

Sat, Oct 24

Educator Trek: Butterfly Pinning and Backyard Bug Collecting

Hands-on bug collecting and pinning at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Sat, Oct 24

Body/Breast/Bottle Feeding Basics

Postpartum doula-led workshop on infant feeding basics for new and expecting parents.

Sat, Oct 24

Gavin Adcock w/ Pecos and The Rooftops

Country music showcase at Koka Booth's outdoor amphitheatre in Cary.

Sat, Oct 24

Spellbound 2026

Spooky Halloween event at Mordecai Historic Park.

Sat, Oct 24

North Raleigh Halloween-themed Indie Bookstore Crawl w/ Katie Karambelas

Sat, Oct 24

Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl

Sat, Oct 24

Quiet Journaling Meet-Ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club

Quiet Journaling Meet-Ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club at 203 S. Greensboro St.

Sat, Oct 24

Japanese Tea Gathering: Moon Viewing Tea

Japanese Tea Gathering: Moon Viewing Tea at Onsite at Duke Gardens – directions to follow

Sat, Oct 24

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Syracuse University Football

UNC Tar Heels football game versus Syracuse at historic Kenan Stadium.

Sun, Oct 25

Anthony Hamilton Ft. The Ton3s

Anthony Hamilton Ft. The Ton3s at DPAC

Sun, Oct 25

Author Event: The Art of Hospitality with Molly Irani, cofounder of Chai Pani

Author Event: The Art of Hospitality with Molly Irani, cofounder of Chai Pani at West Building, NCMA Café

Sun, Oct 25

Sew Together

Open sewing circle for kids and families to work on projects and connect with fellow sewists.

Sun, Oct 25

Southern Tales and Tails

Read aloud to a therapy dog at the library to build confidence and love of reading.

Sun, Oct 25

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Stanford Cardinal Womens Volleyball

UNC women's volleyball vs. Stanford at Carmichael Arena.

Mon, Oct 26

Nature Play Day at NCMA

Free outdoor play and nature exploration at North Carolina Museum of Art.

Tue, Oct 27

Educator Expo

Educator Expo at West Building

Tue, Oct 27

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Soccer vs. William and Mary Tribe Mens Soccer

UNC Tar Heels men's soccer takes on William & Mary at Dorrance Field.

Tue, Oct 27

Victoria Monét: Frequency Of Love Tour

R&B pop star Victoria Monét brings her Frequency of Love Tour to Red Hat Amphitheater.

Tue, Oct 27

BECK: RIDE LONESOME TOUR

Beck's Ride Lonesome Tour brings the legendary alt-rock artist to DPAC.

Tue, Oct 27

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. UNC Charlotte 49ers Mens Basketball

Watch the UNC Tar Heels take on UNC Charlotte in college basketball at Dean E. Smith Center.

Tue, Oct 27

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Boston Bruins

Carolina Hurricanes face the Boston Bruins in NHL action at Lenovo Center.

Wed, Oct 28

Craft Night

Tin embossing craft night at Chapel Hill Public Library.

Thu, Oct 29

Craft Night at the Museum

Make your own mask at the NC Museum of Art's evening craft session.

Thu, Oct 29

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Columbus Blue Jackets

Carolina Hurricanes hockey game vs. Columbus Blue Jackets at Lenovo Center.

Thu, Oct 29

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Soccer vs. SMU Mustangs Womens Soccer

UNC Tar Heels women's soccer vs. SMU Mustangs at Dorrance Field.

Fri, Oct 30

Mum’s the Word: Special Walking Tour of Show Chrysanthemums (Oct.)

Learn how chrysanthemums are cultivated into stunning blooms on a guided garden tour.

Fri, Oct 30

Mrs. Doubtfire (Touring)

The beloved film Mrs. Doubtfire comes to life in this touring stage production.

Fri, Oct 30

Leyendo con El Centro

Spanish-language stories, songs & activities for preschoolers with El Centro Hispano.

Fri, Oct 30

Charles McBee Live in Raleigh

Fri, Oct 30

North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. SMU Mustangs Womens Volleyball

NC State women's volleyball vs. SMU at Reynolds Coliseum.

Fri, Oct 30

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Syracuse University Womens Volleyball

UNC women's volleyball vs. Syracuse at Carmichael Arena.

Fri, Oct 30

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Soccer vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Soccer

UNC vs. NC State men's soccer rivalry game at Dorrance Field.

Fri, Oct 30

Teen Movie

After-school movie hangout for grades 6–12 in the Teen Room at Chapel Hill Public.

Fri, Oct 30

Mixed-Media Floral Greeting Cards

Create botanically inspired greeting cards using mixed-media techniques at Duke Gardens.

Fri, Oct 30

Scare-olina Skies

Spooky planetarium show about stars and space at Morehead Planetarium.

Sat, Oct 31

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Miami Hurricanes Football

Tar Heels football faces off against Miami Hurricanes in a classic rivalry.

Sat, Oct 31

Jackson Dean

Country singer Jackson Dean performs live at Lincoln Theatre in Raleigh.

Sat, Oct 31

Botanizing at Occoneechee Mountain

Hike a hidden gem of NC forest with Duke's biology professor to spot diverse native plants.

Sat, Oct 31

Build a Bug Snug

Build a sculptural bug hotel from twigs and stems to help insects overwinter.

Sat, Oct 31

Read or Treat

Halloween-themed story time and trick-or-treat fun for little ones.

Sat, Oct 31

Duke Blue Devils Football vs. Boston College Eagles Football

Duke Blue Devils football hosts Boston College in an ACC rivalry game.

Sat, Oct 31

The Halloween Bar Crawl - Raleigh

Sat, Oct 31

North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. Howard University Bison Football

College football showdown: NC Central Eagles take on Howard University Bison.

Sat, Oct 31

North Carolina Symphony - Halloween At Hogwarts

NC Symphony brings Harry Potter's Hogwarts to life with Halloween-themed classical music.

Sat, Oct 31

North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. California Golden Bears Football

NC State Wolfpack Football vs. California — live college football at Carter Finley Stadium.