Things to do

Things to do with kids in Toledo (ages 5–9)

These Toledo events hit the sweet spot for school-age kids (roughly ages 5–9).

412 events
Discovery Force - Gameday Unplugged!
Thu, Nov 12

Discovery Force - Gameday Unplugged!

Unplug and play board games, cards, and puzzles with other kids at the library.

4:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
8–11 yrsIndoor
The Elovaters
Thu, Nov 12

The Elovaters

The Elovaters at The Ritz

6:00 PM The Ritz, Raleigh
8–18 yrs
Lock O'Clock
Thu, Nov 12 +1 dates

Lock O'Clock

Lock O'Clock at 100 Library Dr.

4:00 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Bragtown and Oxford-Hamlin Small Area Plan Community Workshop
Thu, Nov 12

Bragtown and Oxford-Hamlin Small Area Plan Community Workshop

Bragtown and Oxford-Hamlin Small Area Plan Community Workshop at 1016 Old Oxford Rd., Durham, NC 27704

6:00 PM 1016 Old Oxford Rd., Durham, NC 27704, Durham
0–18 yrs
UniverSoul Circus
Thu, Nov 12 +15 dates

UniverSoul Circus

High-flying circus with acrobats, specialty acts & family entertainment.

7:00 PM Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek Circus Grounds, Raleigh
3–18 yrsOutdoor
Peak Plan 2055 Public Forum No. 3: See the Plan. Shape the Direction.
Thu, Nov 12

Peak Plan 2055 Public Forum No. 3: See the Plan. Shape the Direction.

Peak Plan 2055 Public Forum No. 3: See the Plan. Shape the Direction. at 63 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

4:00 PM 63 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
Newts, Waterdogs, and Hellbenders: The Diversity of North Carolina's Salamanders with Herpetologist Jeff Hall
Thu, Nov 12

Newts, Waterdogs, and Hellbenders: The Diversity of North Carolina's Salamanders with Herpetologist Jeff Hall

Newts, Waterdogs, and Hellbenders: The Diversity of North Carolina's Salamanders with Herpetologist Jeff Hall at 100 Library Dr.

6:00 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Not a Book Club
Thu, Nov 12

Not a Book Club

Not a Book Club at US

6:30 PM US, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
When Are We Us?
Fri, Nov 13 +8 dates

When Are We Us?

When Are We Us? at 100 Library Dr.

12:00 AM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Incredible Science
Fri, Nov 13 +27 dates

Incredible Science

Incredible Science at Downtown Raleigh

1:30 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Book Discussion: Red Bird Danced by Dawn Quigley
Fri, Nov 13

Book Discussion: Red Bird Danced by Dawn Quigley

Guided discussion of a middle-grade novel about Indigenous identity and family.

Smithfield
8–12 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - How to Train Your Dragon
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - How to Train Your Dragon

NC Symphony performs the "How to Train Your Dragon" film with live orchestra accompaniment.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
4–18 yrsIndoor
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Fri, Nov 13

A Magical Cirque Christmas

Cirque-style acrobatics, magic & festive cheer in a holiday spectacular.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
4–18 yrsIndoor
Art Heist Dinner
Fri, Nov 13

Art Heist Dinner

Art Heist Dinner at West Building, NCMA Café

6:00 PM West Building, NCMA Café, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
In the Moment: Cultural Activities for the Memory Community
Fri, Nov 13

In the Moment: Cultural Activities for the Memory Community

In the Moment: Cultural Activities for the Memory Community at Museum Park, Welcome Center

1:00 PM Museum Park, Welcome Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Georgia Bulldogs Mens Basketball
Fri, Nov 13

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Georgia Bulldogs Mens Basketball

Tar Heels battle Georgia Bulldogs in men's basketball at Dean E. Smith Center.

7:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Troy Trojans Mens Basketball
Fri, Nov 13

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Troy Trojans Mens Basketball

NC State Wolfpack basketball game vs. Troy Trojans at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Apex Community Dance
Fri, Nov 13

Apex Community Dance

Community dance event for all ages in Apex.

7:00 PM 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Carolina Youth Ballet performs the holiday classic at Martin Marietta Center.

6:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
3–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Womens Volleyball
Fri, Nov 13

North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Womens Volleyball

NC State Women's Volleyball vs. Virginia Tech at Reynolds Coliseum.

7:00 PM Reynolds Coliseum, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Live Animal Feeding – Ocean Habitat
Fri, Nov 13 +36 dates

Live Animal Feeding – Ocean Habitat

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

10:45 AM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Member Holiday Celebration
Fri, Nov 13

Member Holiday Celebration

Holiday celebration for members at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

6:00 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Messengers of Time & Space
Fri, Nov 13 +3 dates

Messengers of Time & Space

Planetarium show exploring how light and radiation reach Earth from across space.

3:00 PM Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. SIU Edwardsville Cougars Mens Basketball
Fri, Nov 13

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. SIU Edwardsville Cougars Mens Basketball

Watch Duke basketball at historic Cameron Indoor Stadium.

8:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Grandfriends Storytime
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

Grandfriends Storytime

Intergenerational storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement—grandparents and kids together.

10:30 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrsIndoor
Member Talk: The Peruzzi Altarpiece
Fri, Nov 13

Member Talk: The Peruzzi Altarpiece

Member Talk: The Peruzzi Altarpiece at East Building, SECU Auditorium

2:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Docent-Led Public Tour of Ancient Nubia
Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

Docent-Led Public Tour of Ancient Nubia

Explore Ancient Nubia on a docent-led tour at the NC Museum of Art.

1:00 PM East Building, Level B, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Skies
Fri, Nov 13 +16 dates

Carolina Skies

Planetarium show exploring the night sky and constellations visible from North Carolina.

4:30 PM Chapel Hill
4–18 yrsIndoor
Tickets On Sale Now! Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
Fri, Nov 13 +3 dates

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

Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock stars on tour—a family-friendly pop-musical extravaganza.

7:00 PM Selling Fast, Secure Your Seats Early!, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
Public Tour
Sat, Nov 14 +53 dates

Public Tour

Guided tour of NC Museum of Art's West Building galleries.

1:00 PM West Building, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Notes on View: The Gregg Gelb Jazz Combo
Sat, Nov 14

Notes on View: The Gregg Gelb Jazz Combo

Notes on View: The Gregg Gelb Jazz Combo at West Building

3:00 PM West Building, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
You Can Ukulele: Learn Along
Sat, Nov 14

You Can Ukulele: Learn Along

You Can Ukulele: Learn Along at 137 W. Margaret Lane

1:45 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Geschichtenzeit für Kinder | Storytime in German
Sat, Nov 14 +1 dates

Geschichtenzeit für Kinder | Storytime in German

Bilingual German storytime for kids at Orange County Public Library.

10:30 AM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
2–8 yrsIndoor
Trails & Tales: An Audiobook Walking Group
Sat, Nov 14

Trails & Tales: An Audiobook Walking Group

Trails & Tales: An Audiobook Walking Group at 399 Umstead Dr

10:00 AM 399 Umstead Dr, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Linda Davis Evening In The Round w/ Lang Scott & Bill Whyte
Sat, Nov 14

Linda Davis Evening In The Round w/ Lang Scott & Bill Whyte

Linda Davis Evening In The Round w/ Lang Scott & Bill Whyte at 111 E 2nd St, Clayton, NC 27520

8:00 PM 111 E 2nd St, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
0–18 yrs
Shelf to Screen Film Club
Sat, Nov 14

Shelf to Screen Film Club

Book-to-film discussion club at Orange County Public Library.

1:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
9–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Louisville Cardinals Football
Sat, Nov 14

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Louisville Cardinals Football

Watch UNC Tar Heels football vs. Louisville at Kenan Stadium.

7:00 PM Kenan Stadium, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Hora de cuentos
Sat, Nov 14

Hora de cuentos

Spanish-language storytime with songs, rhymes, and movement for young children.

10:30 AM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–5 yrsIndoor
Adventure Squad K-5: Grow Fresh! Eat What's in Season
Sat, Nov 14

Adventure Squad K-5: Grow Fresh! Eat What's in Season

Interactive storytime and seasonal food tasting celebrating fresh, local eating.

10:00 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
5–12 yrsIndoor
Festive Family Photos
Sat, Nov 14 +1 dates

Festive Family Photos

Quick festive family photo session to capture holiday memories together.

9:00 AM 111 E Second St, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
0–18 yrsIndoor
Neighborhood Beautification Grant Info Session
Sat, Nov 14

Neighborhood Beautification Grant Info Session

Neighborhood Beautification Grant Info Session at 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

11:00 AM 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
NCMA Dance Gumbo: Dance Fitness with Jordan Farrell
Sat, Nov 14

NCMA Dance Gumbo: Dance Fitness with Jordan Farrell

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

9:00 AM Museum Park, Ellipse, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
NCMA to Go Art Kits: Sponge, Stamp, Soar / Kit de artedel NCMA para llevar: pinta con esponja, estampa … ¡y a volar!
Sat, Nov 14

NCMA to Go Art Kits: Sponge, Stamp, Soar / Kit de artedel NCMA para llevar: pinta con esponja, estampa … ¡y a volar!

Take-home art kit with sponge-painting and stamping activities from NC Museum of Art.

10:00 AM East Building, Lobby / Vestíbulo del Edificio Este, Raleigh
2–10 yrsIndoor
The ICONS Tour
Sat, Nov 14 +2 dates

The ICONS Tour

The ICONS Tour at Downtown Raleigh

11:00 AM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Art of Science: Himmeli and Documenting Phenology
Sat, Nov 14

Art of Science: Himmeli and Documenting Phenology

Hands-on science class making geometric himmeli art while learning plant phenology.

1:00 PM Prairie Ridge, Raleigh
7–18 yrsIndoor
Birding with Wake Audubon Society
Sat, Nov 14 +4 dates

Birding with Wake Audubon Society

Guided birding walk with Wake Audubon Society at Museum Park.

8:00 AM Museum Park, Raleigh
6–18 yrsOutdoor
Art on the Dot
Sat, Nov 14 +36 dates

Art on the Dot

Art on the Dot at West Building

11:00 AM West Building, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
The Sun: Our Living Star
Sat, Nov 14

The Sun: Our Living Star

Planetarium show revealing the amazing science and power of our Sun.

12:00 PM Chapel Hill
4–18 yrsIndoor
Magic Tree House Space Mission
Sat, Nov 14 +7 dates

Magic Tree House Space Mission

Planetarium adventure based on the beloved Magic Tree House book series.

10:30 AM Chapel Hill
5–12 yrsIndoor
NCMA Movies at Moore Square: Wicked: For Good (2025)
Sat, Nov 14

NCMA Movies at Moore Square: Wicked: For Good (2025)

Wicked: For Good outdoor screening at Moore Square — family movie night in Raleigh.

3:00 PM Moore Square, Raleigh, Raleigh
8–18 yrsOutdoor
Woody Ethnobotany
Sat, Nov 14

Woody Ethnobotany

Woody Ethnobotany at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center

1:00 PM Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center, Durham
$48+6–18 yrs
North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Syracuse University Football
Sat, Nov 14

North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Syracuse University Football

NC State Wolfpack football vs. Syracuse at Carter Finley Stadium.

12:00 PM Carter Finley Stadium, Raleigh
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Notes on View: Paradox Opera
Sat, Nov 14

Notes on View: Paradox Opera

Notes on View: Paradox Opera at West Building

11:30 AM West Building, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Creature Connections (Whiteville)
Sat, Nov 14 +1 dates

Creature Connections (Whiteville)

Interactive animal encounter program at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

10:30 AM Whiteville
5–12 yrsIndoor
We Are Stars
Sat, Nov 14 +6 dates

We Are Stars

Planetarium show celebrating the star elements inside us and throughout the universe.

1:30 PM Chapel Hill
4–18 yrsIndoor
Pianist Elia Cecino
Sat, Nov 14

Pianist Elia Cecino

Pianist Elia Cecino at East Building, SECU Auditorium

3:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Still. Moving: LIGHT OF LIFE as Interpreted by Killian Manning
Sat, Nov 14

Still. Moving: LIGHT OF LIFE as Interpreted by Killian Manning

Still. Moving: LIGHT OF LIFE as Interpreted by Killian Manning at East Building, Level B

11:00 AM East Building, Level B, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
From Earth to the Universe
Sat, Nov 14

From Earth to the Universe

Stunning planetarium journey from our home planet to the farthest reaches of space.

3:00 PM Chapel Hill
4–18 yrsIndoor
Pumpkin Drop-Off
Sat, Nov 14

Pumpkin Drop-Off

Drop off your jack-o'-lantern for eco-friendly composting after Halloween.

8:00 AM Durham
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Audio Description Tour of Ancient Nubia
Sat, Nov 14 +1 dates

Audio Description Tour of Ancient Nubia

Specially described tour of Ancient Nubia exhibit, welcoming visitors of all abilities.

10:30 AM East Building, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
The Comeback of Blue-Throated Macaws
Sat, Nov 14

The Comeback of Blue-Throated Macaws

Learn how conservationists are saving blue-throated macaws from extinction.

1:00 PM Nature Research Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Live Animal Feeding: Lobster
Sat, Nov 14 +39 dates

Live Animal Feeding: Lobster

Watch staff feed live lobsters at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences in downtown Raleigh.

1:30 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Pianist Seonghum Jeong
Sun, Nov 15

Pianist Seonghum Jeong

Solo piano concert by accomplished pianist Seonghum Jeong at NC Museum of Art.

3:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Marshall Thundering Herd Womens Basketball
Sun, Nov 15

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Marshall Thundering Herd Womens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils women's basketball vs. Marshall at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

3:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Virginia Cavaliers Womens Volleyball
Sun, Nov 15

North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Virginia Cavaliers Womens Volleyball

NC State women's volleyball match versus UVA at Reynolds Coliseum.

1:00 PM Reynolds Coliseum, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Tales & Tails
Sun, Nov 15 +1 dates

Tales & Tails

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

2:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
5–12 yrsIndoor
Cultivating Capacity: Plant Meditation and Sculpture
Sun, Nov 15

Cultivating Capacity: Plant Meditation and Sculpture

Cultivating Capacity: Plant Meditation and Sculpture at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center

1:00 PM Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center, Durham
$44+5–18 yrs
One Sky, Many Eyes
Sun, Nov 15 +7 dates

One Sky, Many Eyes

A planetarium show celebrating diverse perspectives on the night sky at Morehead.

4:30 PM Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
Solar System Odyssey
Sun, Nov 15 +1 dates

Solar System Odyssey

Journey through the solar system in an immersive planetarium show at Morehead.

1:30 PM Chapel Hill
4–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Duke Blue Devils Womens Volleyball
Sun, Nov 15

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Duke Blue Devils Womens Volleyball

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

1:00 PM Carmichael Arena, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Letters to Santa
Sun, Nov 15

Letters to Santa

Children mail letters to Santa at the library during the holiday season.

100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
0–10 yrsIndoor
Classical Concert Series - A World in Three Voices
Sun, Nov 15

Classical Concert Series - A World in Three Voices

Classical Concert Series - A World in Three Voices at 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502

3:00 PM 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
5–18 yrs
Dig Deeper Gardening Series: Plant Toolbox Tips
Sun, Nov 15

Dig Deeper Gardening Series: Plant Toolbox Tips

Dig Deeper Gardening Series: Plant Toolbox Tips at 137 W. Margaret Lane

2:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Native Tree Planting at Wilson Park
Sun, Nov 15

Native Tree Planting at Wilson Park

Plant native trees with your family and help restore Wilson Park's ecosystem.

2:00 PM 101 Williams St, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
0–18 yrsOutdoor
ELVIS: In Person - Starring Matt Stone
Sun, Nov 15

ELVIS: In Person - Starring Matt Stone

ELVIS: In Person - Starring Matt Stone at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

7:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Supermassive Black Holes
Sun, Nov 15 +8 dates

Supermassive Black Holes

Explore supermassive black holes in a planetarium show at Morehead in Chapel Hill.

3:00 PM Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Virginia University of Lynchburg Dragons Mens Bask
Mon, Nov 16

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Virginia University of Lynchburg Dragons Mens Bask

NC Central Eagles take on Virginia University of Lynchburg in college basketball.

7:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Educator Trek: Great Coharie River Paddling Tour for Educators
Mon, Nov 16

Educator Trek: Great Coharie River Paddling Tour for Educators

Educator Trek: Great Coharie River Paddling Tour for Educators at In the Field

8:30 AM In the Field, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Tree Canopy Subcommittee Meeting
Mon, Nov 16

Tree Canopy Subcommittee Meeting

Tree Canopy Subcommittee Meeting at Mason Street Municipal Building, 2nd Floor, 322 N. Mason Street, Apex, NC 27502

4:30 PM Mason Street Municipal Building, 2nd Floor, 322 N. Mason Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
Culture and Arts Advisory Board (CAAB) Monthly Meeting
Mon, Nov 16

Culture and Arts Advisory Board (CAAB) Monthly Meeting

Culture and Arts Advisory Board (CAAB) Monthly Meeting at 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

6:00 PM 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
WWE Monday Night RAW
Mon, Nov 16

WWE Monday Night RAW

High-energy WWE wrestling spectacle at Lenovo Center.

7:30 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
The Story of Stone in the Culberson Asiatic Arboretum
Tue, Nov 17

The Story of Stone in the Culberson Asiatic Arboretum

The Story of Stone in the Culberson Asiatic Arboretum at Duke Gardens–Barnes Welcome Center

10:00 AM Duke Gardens–Barnes Welcome Center, Durham
$22+5–18 yrs
Family Program: Happy Plantsgiving!
Tue, Nov 17

Family Program: Happy Plantsgiving!

Assemble a free plant gift and enjoy seasonal crafts at a family celebration.

4:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrsIndoor
Build Club
Tue, Nov 17

Build Club

Design and build with bricks and blocks at this hands-on construction program for K–5.

2:30 PM 100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
5–14 yrsIndoor
Preschool Story Time
Tue, Nov 17 +1 dates

Preschool Story Time

Classic library storytelling for preschoolers and early readers.

10:15 AM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
3–5 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Mens Basketball
Tue, Nov 17

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Mens Basketball

Duke men's basketball faces Illinois in Cameron Indoor Stadium.

7:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Mayor in the Community: Wings Buffet Night
Tue, Nov 17

Mayor in the Community: Wings Buffet Night

Mayor in the Community: Wings Buffet Night at 518 East Williams Street, Apex, NC 27502

6:00 PM 518 East Williams Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
Storytime at the Park
Tue, Nov 17

Storytime at the Park

Songs and stories at the Farmers' Market Pavilion for toddlers and young children.

10:30 AM 140 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–5 yrsOutdoor
Mindful Museum: Fall Singing Bowl Sound Bath
Wed, Nov 18

Mindful Museum: Fall Singing Bowl Sound Bath

Mindful Museum: Fall Singing Bowl Sound Bath in Raleigh

6:00 PM Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Art + Nature Story Time
Wed, Nov 18

Art + Nature Story Time

Storytime blending art and nature at the NC Museum of Art.

10:30 AM Raleigh
0–8 yrsIndoor
Science Detectives: Microscopic Pond Life
Wed, Nov 18

Science Detectives: Microscopic Pond Life

Discover hidden microscopic life in pond water at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

10:45 AM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
5–12 yrsIndoor
Senior Fall Lunch Restaurant Exploration - Hillsborough BBQ
Wed, Nov 18

Senior Fall Lunch Restaurant Exploration - Hillsborough BBQ

Senior Fall Lunch Restaurant Exploration - Hillsborough BBQ at 301 W Main St, Carrboro, NC 27510

11:15 AM 301 W Main St, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
0–18 yrs
Wednesday Crafternoon at Southern
Wed, Nov 18

Wednesday Crafternoon at Southern

Drop-in craft time at Southern Library—families create seasonal projects together every week, this week's theme: autumn trees.

3:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
3–12 yrsIndoor
Midday Meader
Wed, Nov 18

Midday Meader

Midday Meader at Onsite at Duke Gardens – directions to follow

12:15 PM Onsite at Duke Gardens – directions to follow, Durham
Free0–18 yrs
NCDOT Public Meeting: Proposed Improvements to U.S. 64 in Apex & Cary
Wed, Nov 18

NCDOT Public Meeting: Proposed Improvements to U.S. 64 in Apex & Cary

NCDOT Public Meeting: Proposed Improvements to U.S. 64 in Apex & Cary at 53 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

5:00 PM 53 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
Wednesday Morning Movie
Wed, Nov 18

Wednesday Morning Movie

Community movie screening in downtown Apex—a relaxed outing for families.

10:00 AM 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrsIndoor
Science Detectives: Tropical Biodiversity
Wed, Nov 18

Science Detectives: Tropical Biodiversity

Science Detectives: Tropical Biodiversity at Downtown Raleigh

10:30 AM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Preschool Read & Play
Wed, Nov 18

Preschool Read & Play

Stories, songs, and toy play for preschoolers aged 3–5 at Clayton Center.

10:30 AM 100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
0–5 yrsIndoor
Housing and Human Services Advisory Commission
Wed, Nov 18

Housing and Human Services Advisory Commission

Housing and Human Services Advisory Commission at 301 W. Main St, Carrboro, NC 27510

6:00 PM 301 W. Main St, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
0–18 yrs
Lollipop Series for Young Children - Happy Dan
Wed, Nov 18

Lollipop Series for Young Children - Happy Dan

Live entertainment featuring Happy Dan, part of Carrboro Library's Lollipop Series.

10:30 AM 203 S. Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
0–5 yrsIndoor
Early Explorers Lab
Wed, Nov 18

Early Explorers Lab

Active play and motor-skill building for toddlers and preschoolers at Clayton Center.

1:30 PM 100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
5–10 yrsIndoor
Science Detectives: Coastal Critters
Wed, Nov 18

Science Detectives: Coastal Critters

Hands-on science detective adventure exploring coastal critters at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

10:15 AM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
5–12 yrsOutdoor
Family Story Time
Thu, Nov 19 +1 dates

Family Story Time

Family Story Time at 100 Library Dr.

10:15 AM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
5–12 yrs
Storytime and Playtime at Southern
Thu, Nov 19 +1 dates

Storytime and Playtime at Southern

Toddler storytime with songs, movement & playtime at Drakeford Library Complex.

10:30 AM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
1–5 yrsIndoor
Story Time at the Museum
Thu, Nov 19 +14 dates

Story Time at the Museum

Free storytelling at NC Museum of Natural Sciences Downtown location.

11:00 AM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
Free0–8 yrsIndoor
Women's Entrepreneurship Day Mixer
Thu, Nov 19

Women's Entrepreneurship Day Mixer

Women's Entrepreneurship Day Mixer at 100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520

11:00 AM 100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
0–18 yrs
Discovery Drop-In & Storytime
Thu, Nov 19

Discovery Drop-In & Storytime

Outdoor storytimes & nature activities in Duke Gardens every Thursday.

10:00 AM Duke Gardens – Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden, Durham
Free0–5 yrsOutdoor
Please Don't Destroy
Thu, Nov 19

Please Don't Destroy

Please Don't Destroy: Live at Carolina Theatre - Durham

8:00 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
0–18 yrs
Puzzlepalooza
Thu, Nov 19 +1 dates

Puzzlepalooza

Drop-in puzzle-solving for all skill levels at Orange County Public Library.

12:00 AM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
3–12 yrsIndoor
Movie Night for Adults
Thu, Nov 19

Movie Night for Adults

Movie Night for Adults at 100 Library Dr.

6:00 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Thu, Nov 19

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

A magical Christmas ballet celebrating the timeless Nutcracker story.

7:00 PM DPAC, Durham
4–18 yrsIndoor
Special Meeting: Environmental Advisory Board Work Session
Thu, Nov 19

Special Meeting: Environmental Advisory Board Work Session

Special Meeting: Environmental Advisory Board Work Session at 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

6:00 PM 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
CommUniversity: An Evening of Neighbors, Conversation, and Connection
Thu, Nov 19

CommUniversity: An Evening of Neighbors, Conversation, and Connection

CommUniversity: An Evening of Neighbors, Conversation, and Connection at 63 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

6:00 PM 63 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
Native American Tasting Experience
Thu, Nov 19

Native American Tasting Experience

Native American Tasting Experience at Apex, NC 27502

6:00 PM Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Fordham Rams Womens Basketball
Thu, Nov 19

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Fordham Rams Womens Basketball

Duke women's basketball game at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham.

11:00 AM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Ballet Presents Jewels
Thu, Nov 19 +2 dates

Carolina Ballet Presents Jewels

Experience the elegance of classical ballet with Carolina Ballet's Jewels.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Montreal Canadiens
Thu, Nov 19

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Montreal Canadiens

Catch the Carolina Hurricanes face off against Montreal at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Transportation, Mobility & Greenways Advisory Commission Meeting
Thu, Nov 19

Transportation, Mobility & Greenways Advisory Commission Meeting

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

7:30 PM Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
0–18 yrs
A Puzzling Affair: Jigsaw Competition at the NCMA
Thu, Nov 19

A Puzzling Affair: Jigsaw Competition at the NCMA

Family jigsaw puzzle competition at NC Museum of Art—race to complete puzzles together.

5:30 PM West Building, NCMA Café, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Science Café
Thu, Nov 19 +1 dates

Science Café

Science Café: Decoding the Lives of Sri Lanka’s Elephants at Downtown Raleigh

7:00 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Pop Up Library @ The Seymour Senior Center
Thu, Nov 19 +4 dates

Pop Up Library @ The Seymour Senior Center

Pop-up library visit bringing books and reading to the Seymour Senior Center.

10:00 AM 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Nature Storytime (Whiteville)
Thu, Nov 19 +4 dates

Nature Storytime (Whiteville)

Nature-themed storytime at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences in Whiteville.

10:30 AM Whiteville
2–8 yrsOutdoor
Morning Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up
Fri, Nov 20 +1 dates

Morning Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

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

9:00 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Love Local Fall Into Downtown - Jazz & Jive Night
Fri, Nov 20

Love Local Fall Into Downtown - Jazz & Jive Night

Downtown Apex street festival with jazz, local vendors, and community vibes.

5:00 PM Apex, NC 27502, Apex
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Cameron Price is Right Trivia @ The Flying Pierogi Delicatessen
Fri, Nov 20

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

8:00 PM 101 Two Hills Dr #140, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
0–18 yrs
North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Miami Hurricanes Womens Volleyball
Fri, Nov 20

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Miami Hurricanes Womens Volleyball

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

7:00 PM Carmichael Arena, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Tree Camp
Fri, Nov 20

Tree Camp

Hands-on tree science and nature exploration camp at Prairie Ridge.

1:00 PM Prairie Ridge, Raleigh
5–12 yrsOutdoor
Triangle Orchid Society Fall for Orchids Show
Fri, Nov 20 +2 dates

Triangle Orchid Society Fall for Orchids Show

Free orchid show with hundreds of blooming plants, expert talks, and orchids for sale at Duke Gardens.

1:00 PM Sarah P. Duke Gardens – Doris Duke Center, Durham
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Marshall Thundering Herd Mens Basketball
Fri, Nov 20

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Marshall Thundering Herd Mens Basketball

UNC Tar Heels vs. Marshall Thundering Herd men's basketball at Chapel Hill.

9:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Grab a Bite & See a Site: Virtual NC Historic Site Tours
Fri, Nov 20

Grab a Bite & See a Site: Virtual NC Historic Site Tours

360° virtual tours of NC historic sites—including Alamance Battleground and Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum—at Orange County Public Library.

12:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
7–18 yrsIndoor
An Archaeologist’s Face to Feet with King Taharqa
Fri, Nov 20

An Archaeologist’s Face to Feet with King Taharqa

Expert archaeologist talk on ancient Egyptian King Taharqa at the NC Museum of Art.

7:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 1
Fri, Nov 20 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 1

North Carolina Symphony performs Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 1—classic music for all ages.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Specialized Recreation - Sensory Bottle Snow Globe Activity
Fri, Nov 20

Specialized Recreation - Sensory Bottle Snow Globe Activity

Sensory-friendly

Make a sensory snow globe craft—a tactile, calming activity for kids.

3:30 PM 203 S. Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
3–8 yrsIndoor
Jam Series - Celtic Jam
Fri, Nov 20

Jam Series - Celtic Jam

Jam Series - Celtic Jam at 203 S. Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC 27510

7:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
5–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Football vs. Clemson Tigers Football
Fri, Nov 20 +1 dates

Duke Blue Devils Football vs. Clemson Tigers Football

Watch Duke take on Clemson in college football at Wallace Wade Stadium.

7:30 PM Wallace Wade Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsOutdoor
A World of Weird and Wonderful Plants: Duke Research Greenhouse Tour
Sat, Nov 21

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.

10:00 AM Duke Research Greenhouse–Directions to Follow, Durham
$30+4–18 yrsIndoor
Quiet Journaling Meet-Ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club
Sat, Nov 21

Quiet Journaling Meet-Ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club

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

3:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
SuperFun Saturday
Sat, Nov 21

SuperFun Saturday

Saturday family activity event in downtown Apex with games and fun for kids.

10:30 AM 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502, Apex
5–12 yrsIndoor
Southern Tales & Tails
Sat, Nov 21 +1 dates

Southern Tales & Tails

Southern Tales & Tails at 203 S. Greensboro St.

2:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Edmonton Oilers
Sat, Nov 21

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Edmonton Oilers

Watch the Carolina Hurricanes face off against Edmonton in an exciting NHL game at Lenovo Center.

1:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. Morgan State Bears Football
Sat, Nov 21

North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. Morgan State Bears Football

North Carolina Central Eagles face Morgan State Bears in college football.

O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Campbell Fighting Camels Football vs. Monmouth University Hawks Football
Sat, Nov 21

Campbell Fighting Camels Football vs. Monmouth University Hawks Football

Campbell Fighting Camels play Monmouth University Hawks in college football.

12:00 PM Barker Lane Stadium, Buies Creek
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Dads Playgroup
Sat, Nov 21

Dads Playgroup

Playgroup for kids under 5, welcoming all caregivers—dads especially encouraged to join.

9:00 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–5 yrsIndoor
Magic: The Gathering Open Play
Sat, Nov 21

Magic: The Gathering Open Play

Casual Magic: The Gathering card game meetup for teens and players of all skills.

11:30 AM 100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
6–18 yrsIndoor
Playdate with Nature (Whiteville)
Sat, Nov 21 +2 dates

Playdate with Nature (Whiteville)

Outdoor nature exploration program by NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

11:30 AM Whiteville
0–12 yrsOutdoor
Hora de Cuentos en Español - Storytime in Spanish!
Sat, Nov 21

Hora de Cuentos en Español - Storytime in Spanish!

Spanish-language storytime for toddlers and early readers—books, songs, and rhymes with Sra. Yelitza.

10:30 AM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
1–7 yrsIndoor
Museum Tour in ASL
Sat, Nov 21 +1 dates

Museum Tour in ASL

Museum tour offered in American Sign Language at NC Museum of Art.

10:00 AM West Building, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Museum Untold Tour
Sat, Nov 21 +3 dates

Museum Untold Tour

Museum Untold Tour at Downtown Raleigh

2:00 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
$25+0–18 yrs
TYM Fall Orchestra Concert
Sun, Nov 22

TYM Fall Orchestra Concert

Youth orchestra performance at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts.

5:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Sunday STEAM
Sun, Nov 22

Sunday STEAM

Hands-on science and engineering activities at Chapel Hill Public Library's Sunday STEAM program.

3:00 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
5–12 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Florida State Seminoles Womens Volleyball
Sun, Nov 22

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Florida State Seminoles Womens Volleyball

Watch UNC women's volleyball compete against Florida State at Carmichael Arena—exciting college sports for families.

1:00 PM Carmichael Arena, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 1
Sun, Nov 22

North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 1

North Carolina Symphony performs Beethoven's iconic Piano Concerto No. 1 at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill.

3:00 PM Memorial Hall, Chapel Hill
8–18 yrsIndoor
Family Fun Sunday Series - Grey Seal Puppets in "The Emperor's New Clothes"
Sun, Nov 22

Family Fun Sunday Series - Grey Seal Puppets in "The Emperor's New Clothes"

Puppet theater performance of 'The Emperor's New Clothes' at Carrboro Library.

2:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC 27510, Carrboro
3–12 yrsIndoor
November Digital Literacy Class
Mon, Nov 23

November Digital Literacy Class

November Digital Literacy Class Session 4 of 4 at 137 W. Margaret Lane

1:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Carolina University Bruins Mens Basketball
Mon, Nov 23

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Carolina University Bruins Mens Basketball

NC Central Eagles vs. Carolina University Bruins college basketball matchup.

7:30 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Colorful Creations Inspired by Yayoi Kusama: 3rd-5th Grades
Mon, Nov 23

Colorful Creations Inspired by Yayoi Kusama: 3rd-5th Grades

Explore Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama's colorful style in a hands-on art class.

4:30 PM 100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
8–11 yrsIndoor
Hobby Buffet: Try New Things!
Mon, Nov 23 +1 dates

Hobby Buffet: Try New Things!

Sample hobbies free at Orange County Public Library—try crafts, games & more.

3:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Monmouth University Hawks Mens Basketball
Mon, Nov 23

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Monmouth University Hawks Mens Basketball

North Carolina faces Monmouth University in college basketball at Dean E. Smith Center.

8:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Kids Chess Club
Mon, Nov 23

Kids Chess Club

Join a casual chess club for kids of all skill levels at Chapel Hill Public Library.

4:00 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
7–18 yrsIndoor
Nature Play Day at NCMA
Mon, Nov 23 +2 dates

Nature Play Day at NCMA

Nature Play Day at NC Museum of Art—free outdoor exploration & discovery.

10:00 AM North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Beginning-Level English Class
Tue, Nov 24

Beginning-Level English Class

Beginning-Level English Class at 137 W. Margaret Lane

9:30 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Fun with Friends: Preschoolers
Tue, Nov 24

Fun with Friends: Preschoolers

Games, puzzles, and friendship-building for preschoolers on a gloomy day.

3:30 PM 100 S. Church Street, Clayton, NC 27520, Clayton
3–5 yrsIndoor
Family Movie
Tue, Nov 24

Family Movie

Family movie screening of Moana at Chapel Hill Public Library—cozy viewing for all ages.

2:00 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Norfolk State Spartans Mens Basketball
Wed, Nov 25

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Norfolk State Spartans Mens Basketball

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Norfolk State Spartans Mens Basketball at Lenovo Center

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Cirque Holiday Pops
Wed, Nov 25 +2 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Cirque Holiday Pops

North Carolina Symphony's Cirque Holiday Pops brings acrobatic spectacle and holiday cheer to Martin Marietta Center.

4:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
3–18 yrsIndoor
Closing Early
Wed, Nov 25

Closing Early

Closing Early in Hillsborough

5:00 PM Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Miami Hurricanes Womens Volleyball
Wed, Nov 25

North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Miami Hurricanes Womens Volleyball

NC State women's volleyball takes on Miami at Reynolds Coliseum—lively college sports action for families.

1:00 PM Reynolds Coliseum, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Mindful Meetups
Wed, Nov 25 +1 dates

Mindful Meetups

Mindful Meetups at 203 S. Greensboro St.

12:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
'Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil
Wed, Nov 25 +8 dates

'Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil

Cirque du Soleil's acrobatic holiday spectacular at DPAC Durham.

7:30 PM DPAC, Durham
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Louisville Cardinals Womens Volleyball
Wed, Nov 25

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Louisville Cardinals Womens Volleyball

Catch UNC women's volleyball battling Louisville at Carmichael Arena—college sports fun for the whole family.

7:00 PM Carmichael Arena, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Football
Sat, Nov 28

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Football

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Football at Kenan Stadium

Kenan Stadium, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsOutdoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Elon University Phoenix Mens Basketball
Sat, Nov 28

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Elon University Phoenix Mens Basketball

NC State Wolfpack college basketball game at Lenovo Center.

12:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Music and Movement
Sat, Nov 28

Music and Movement

Dance and move to favorite songs in this high-energy library music class for toddlers.

10:30 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
2–5 yrsIndoor
The Longest Night: A Winter’s Tale
Sat, Nov 28 +13 dates

The Longest Night: A Winter’s Tale

Winter solstice show at Morehead Planetarium exploring light and seasons.

3:00 PM Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Ottawa Senators
Sat, Nov 28

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Ottawa Senators

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Ottawa Senators at Lenovo Center

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Tsunamis
Sat, Nov 28 +3 dates

Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Tsunamis

Explore Earth's most dramatic forces in an immersive planetarium show at Morehead.

12:00 PM Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
Hobby Buffet at Main Library: Try New Things!
Sun, Nov 29

Hobby Buffet at Main Library: Try New Things!

Try new hobbies for free at Hillsborough Main Library — sample arts, crafts & activities without extra cost.

1:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
5–14 yrsIndoor
Kudzu and Wisteria Basket Weaving
Sun, Nov 29

Kudzu and Wisteria Basket Weaving

Learn basket weaving with invasive plants at Duke Gardens.

10:00 AM Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center, Durham
$112+5–18 yrsOutdoor
Mars: The Ultimate Voyage
Sun, Nov 29 +6 dates

Mars: The Ultimate Voyage

Explore the Red Planet in a spectacular planetarium show at Morehead.

1:30 PM Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
A Motown Christmas
Sun, Nov 29

A Motown Christmas

Family-friendly Motown holiday concert featuring classic R&B Christmas hits at the Martin Marietta Center.

3:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Member Monday: Ancient Nubia
Mon, Nov 30

Member Monday: Ancient Nubia

Member Monday: Ancient Nubia in Raleigh

10:00 AM Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Christmas Together with Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, and CeCe Winans
Mon, Nov 30

Christmas Together with Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, and CeCe Winans

Holiday concert with Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith & CeCe Winans at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball
Tue, Dec 1

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball

College basketball: North Carolina State Wolfpack vs. South Carolina Gamecocks at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Mens Basketball
Tue, Dec 1

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Mens Basketball

Tar Heels take on Arkansas Razorbacks in men's basketball action.

7:30 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Science Cafe: The Mathematics of Thin Materials
Tue, Dec 1

Carolina Science Cafe: The Mathematics of Thin Materials

Carolina Science Cafe: The Mathematics of Thin Materials at Haw River Tap & Table

6:00 PM Haw River Tap & Table, Carrboro
Free0–18 yrs
Storytime at the Library
Tue, Dec 1 +2 dates

Storytime at the Library

Interactive storytime with books, music & movement for babies through age 5, plus playtime.

10:30 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–5 yrsIndoor
Wrap & Yap: Holiday Prep
Tue, Dec 1

Wrap & Yap: Holiday Prep

Cozy holiday prep gathering—wrap gifts, make cards, and chat with neighbors.

2:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Toccoa Falls Screaming Eagles Mens Basketball
Tue, Dec 1

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Toccoa Falls Screaming Eagles Mens Basketball

NC Central Eagles face off against Toccoa Falls in college basketball action.

7:30 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Botany Spotlight: Lichen
Tue, Dec 1

Botany Spotlight: Lichen

Nature walk exploring lichen at Duke Gardens.

1:00 PM Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center, Durham
$24+5–18 yrsOutdoor
What’s in the Box?
Wed, Dec 2 +1 dates

What’s in the Box?

Interactive art workshop at NC Museum of Art — hands-on creative exploration.

10:00 AM East Building, Studios, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Lecture: Chromatic Basquiat
Wed, Dec 2

Lecture: Chromatic Basquiat

Lecture: Chromatic Basquiat at East Building, SECU Auditorium

6:30 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Science Trivia
Thu, Dec 3

Science Trivia

Brain-boosting science trivia at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

7:00 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center
Thu, Dec 3 +3 dates

Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center

Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center at 2551 Homestead Rd

10:00 AM 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Womens Basketball
Thu, Dec 3

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Womens Basketball

Duke Women's Basketball vs. South Carolina at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

7:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Adventure Squad: Gingerbread Houses K-5 (Registration Required)
Thu, Dec 3

Adventure Squad: Gingerbread Houses K-5 (Registration Required)

Build and decorate edible gingerbread houses with K–5 kids at the library.

4:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
5–12 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Thu, Dec 3

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Columbus Blue Jackets

Professional hockey action: Carolina Hurricanes face Columbus at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Drop In and Lock In Study Space
Thu, Dec 3 +1 dates

Drop In and Lock In Study Space

Drop In and Lock In Study Space at 203 S. Greensboro St.

12:00 AM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Harvard Crimson Mens Basketball
Fri, Dec 4

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Harvard Crimson Mens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils take on Harvard in men's basketball at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Undercover Critters
Fri, Dec 4

Undercover Critters

Explore nature's hidden creatures at Prairie Ridge's interactive outdoor exhibit.

1:00 PM Prairie Ridge, Raleigh
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Family Movie Night: Abominable
Fri, Dec 4

Family Movie Night: Abominable

Family-friendly film screening at NC Museum of Art—perfect for a museum outing.

6:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
5–12 yrsIndoor
Holiday Greenery: Build Your Own Wreath
Fri, Dec 4 +1 dates

Holiday Greenery: Build Your Own Wreath

Build a fresh holiday wreath at Duke Gardens.

2:00 PM Onsite at Duke Gardens – directions to follow, Durham
$78+0–18 yrsOutdoor
North Carolina Symphony - Handel's Messiah
Fri, Dec 4 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Handel's Messiah

NC Symphony performs Handel's Messiah, a holiday classic at Martin Marietta Center.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
Book a Business Librarian
Fri, Dec 4

Book a Business Librarian

Book a Business Librarian at 203 S. Greensboro St.

1:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Bird Watch
Sat, Dec 5 +3 dates

Bird Watch

Family bird-watching program at Chapel Hill Public Library's terrace.

3:00 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsOutdoor
Project RESTORE Educator Trek: Waterdog Warriors
Sat, Dec 5

Project RESTORE Educator Trek: Waterdog Warriors

Explore waterdog habitats and ecology at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Nature Exploration Center.

9:00 AM Nature Exploration Center, Raleigh
5–12 yrsOutdoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. South Carolina Upstate Spartans Mens Basketball
Sat, Dec 5

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. South Carolina Upstate Spartans Mens Basketball

NC Central Eagles take on South Carolina Upstate in college basketball.

2:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Cary Ballet Company's: The Nutcracker
Sat, Dec 5

Cary Ballet Company's: The Nutcracker

Cary Ballet Company's beloved holiday classic at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts.

11:00 AM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Cookie Exchange
Sat, Dec 5

Cookie Exchange

Bring cookies, swap with others, and celebrate the joy of holiday baking.

1:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
5–18 yrsIndoor
Family-Friendly Tours
Sat, Dec 5 +2 dates

Family-Friendly Tours

Guided family tours of the NC Museum of Art's West Building collection.

10:30 AM West Building, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Winter Reading Challenge & Crafts
Sat, Dec 5

Winter Reading Challenge & Crafts

Launch the library's winter reading challenge with crafts and celebration.

12:00 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–11 yrsIndoor
Cuentacuentos: Spanish Storytime @ Main
Sat, Dec 5

Cuentacuentos: Spanish Storytime @ Main

Spanish-language storytime with songs, rhymes, and playtime for bilingual kids.

10:00 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–5 yrsIndoor
Saturday Science Sparks: The Science of Robotics
Sat, Dec 5

Saturday Science Sparks: The Science of Robotics

Meet Spot the robot dog and explore robotics science at Morehead Planetarium.

11:00 AM Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
Developing Reverent Relationships with Plants: Herbal Stovetop Potpourri
Sat, Dec 5

Developing Reverent Relationships with Plants: Herbal Stovetop Potpourri

Hands-on herbal workshop creating stovetop potpourri at Duke Gardens.

2:00 PM Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center, Durham
$42+5–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Sat, Dec 5 +1 dates

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Toronto Maple Leafs

Watch the Carolina Hurricanes face off against Toronto at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Durham Geek and Grub Market (Holiday Nightmare Edition)
Sun, Dec 6

Durham Geek and Grub Market (Holiday Nightmare Edition)

Geek and Grub holiday market—collectibles, crafts & food at Durham Armory.

Durham Armory, Durham
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Butler University Bulldogs Mens Basketball
Sun, Dec 6

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Butler University Bulldogs Mens Basketball

Watch college basketball as NC Tar Heels take on Butler at Dean E. Smith Center.

3:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Tommy Emmanuel, CGP - Living In the Light Tour
Sun, Dec 6

Tommy Emmanuel, CGP - Living In the Light Tour

Accomplished guitarist Tommy Emmanuel on his Living in the Light Tour at Carolina Theatre.

8:00 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
8–18 yrsIndoor
Hillsborough Classic Film Club Screening: "Duck Soup"
Sun, Dec 6

Hillsborough Classic Film Club Screening: "Duck Soup"

Hillsborough Classic Film Club Screening: "Duck Soup" at 137 W. Margaret Lane

2:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Gathering: A Collaborative Nature Art Experience for the Cancer Community
Sun, Dec 6

Gathering: A Collaborative Nature Art Experience for the Cancer Community

Gathering: A Collaborative Nature Art Experience for the Cancer Community at Duke Gardens–Barnes Welcome Center

1:00 PM Duke Gardens–Barnes Welcome Center, Durham
Free0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Womens Basketball
Sun, Dec 6

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Womens Basketball

Watch Duke Women's Basketball face Virginia Tech at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

2:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Community Member
Mon, Dec 7

Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Community Member

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

12:00 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour
Mon, Dec 7

Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour

A cappella group Pentatonix brings their Christmas in the City holiday tour to Raleigh.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Science Time for Kids!
Mon, Dec 7

Science Time for Kids!

Hands-on science activities—this month: explore color and sight through play.

4:00 PM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
5–12 yrsIndoor
First Monday Classics Book Club
Mon, Dec 7

First Monday Classics Book Club

First Monday Classics Book Club at 137 W. Margaret Lane

6:30 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Wonderkids - Celebrations of Light
Mon, Dec 7

Wonderkids - Celebrations of Light

Hands-on STEM exploration celebrating light and science for preschoolers.

3:45 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
3–5 yrsIndoor
Short & Sweet: Quick Reads Club
Tue, Dec 8

Short & Sweet: Quick Reads Club

Short & Sweet: Quick Reads Club at 203 W Weaver St

1:00 PM 203 W Weaver St, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Curiosity Crew, K-2 - Dough & Glow
Tue, Dec 8

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - Dough & Glow

K–2 kids mix and mold colorful salt-dough lanterns in this hands-on art-science session.

4:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
5–8 yrsIndoor
Tuesday Evening Book Club
Tue, Dec 8

Tuesday Evening Book Club

Tuesday Evening Book Club at 137 W. Margaret Lane

6:30 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers
Tue, Dec 8 +1 dates

Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers

Watch the Carolina Hurricanes take on the New York Rangers at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Master Chorale Joy of the Season
Tue, Dec 8

North Carolina Master Chorale Joy of the Season

North Carolina Master Chorale performs festive holiday classics at Martin Marietta Center.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Holiday Pops
Tue, Dec 8

North Carolina Symphony - Holiday Pops

North Carolina Symphony performs Holiday Pops at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill.

7:30 PM Memorial Hall, Chapel Hill
4–18 yrsIndoor
Board Game Night
Tue, Dec 8

Board Game Night

Play board games with other kids and families at Chapel Hill Public Library.

6:00 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
Winter Crafts: Make & Give, Grades 6-12
Wed, Dec 9

Winter Crafts: Make & Give, Grades 6-12

Grades 6–12 paint ornaments and craft pop-up cards to brighten seniors' holidays.

5:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
6–12 yrsIndoor
Let's Get Moving : Chair-Based Exercise Class
Wed, Dec 9 +12 dates

Let's Get Moving : Chair-Based Exercise Class

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

10:00 AM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Get Carded: Trivia Nights at The Rookery
Wed, Dec 9

Get Carded: Trivia Nights at The Rookery

Get Carded: Trivia Nights at The Rookery at 115 W Margaret Ln

7:00 PM 115 W Margaret Ln, Hillsborough
0–18 yrs
Artful Story Time: Happy Hanukkah!
Wed, Dec 9

Artful Story Time: Happy Hanukkah!

Celebrate Hanukkah with stories and art activities at NC Museum of Art.

10:30 AM West Building, Raleigh
2–8 yrsIndoor
NCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship
Thu, Dec 10

NCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship

Watch elite women's college soccer at First Horizon Stadium.

First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Virtual Sensory Journey through Art
Thu, Dec 10 +1 dates

Virtual Sensory Journey through Art

Sensory-friendly

Virtual sensory art experience designed to engage all learners at NC Museum of Art.

7:00 PM Virtual, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Ballet Presents the Nutcracker
Thu, Dec 10 +12 dates

Carolina Ballet Presents the Nutcracker

Carolina Ballet's beloved holiday classic—magical storytelling through dance.

7:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
4–18 yrsIndoor
Discovery Force - Ornaments Galore!
Thu, Dec 10

Discovery Force - Ornaments Galore!

Make your own holiday ornaments with paint, markers, and crafty materials at the library.

4:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
5–12 yrsIndoor
Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve
Thu, Dec 10

Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve

Rock orchestra spectacular with a holiday twist at Lenovo Center.

7:30 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
Jewish Film Series: Our Bodies & Other Shames
Thu, Dec 10

Jewish Film Series: Our Bodies & Other Shames

Jewish Film Series: Our Bodies & Other Shames at East Building, SECU Auditorium

7:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
NCAA DI Women's College Cup Semifinals
Thu, Dec 10

NCAA DI Women's College Cup Semifinals

Elite college women's soccer semifinal—top-tier athletic competition.

6:00 PM First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Walk Through the Seasons
Fri, Dec 11

Walk Through the Seasons

Follow nature's changes through the year at Prairie Ridge.

10:00 AM Prairie Ridge, Raleigh
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Islanders
Fri, Dec 11 +1 dates

Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Islanders

Carolina Hurricanes face off against the New York Islanders.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Felting Fridays: Cookie Charms
Fri, Dec 11

Felting Fridays: Cookie Charms

Make cute felt cookie charms via needle felting at this monthly Friday library workshop.

11:00 AM 203 S. Greensboro St., Hillsborough
7–14 yrsIndoor
NCAA DI Men's College Cup Semifinals
Fri, Dec 11

NCAA DI Men's College Cup Semifinals

Top college soccer teams compete for the national championship.

6:00 PM First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary
0–18 yrsOutdoor
North Carolina Symphony - Holiday Pops
Fri, Dec 11 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Holiday Pops

North Carolina Symphony celebrates the holidays with festive music.

12:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Sing Along!
Fri, Dec 11

Sing Along!

Audience-participatory sing-along concert — families join in for a joyful musical experience.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
2026 NCAA Men's College Cup All Session
Fri, Dec 11

2026 NCAA Men's College Cup All Session

Watch NCAA Division I men's soccer championship matches at WakeMed Soccer Park.

First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary
0–18 yrsOutdoor
In Motion, In Time: Casting Crowns: Frankie Lee III Interprets Basquiat
Sat, Dec 12

In Motion, In Time: Casting Crowns: Frankie Lee III Interprets Basquiat

Dance performance interpreting Basquiat's art at NC Museum of Art—a dynamic blend of movement and visual creativity.

2:00 PM East Building, Level B, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Notes on View: Holiday Special Featuring United Strings of Color
Sat, Dec 12

Notes on View: Holiday Special Featuring United Strings of Color

Holiday performance by United Strings of Color at NC Museum of Art—festive live music.

1:00 PM East Building, Level B, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Winter Lantern Walk
Sat, Dec 12

Winter Lantern Walk

Illuminated lantern walk through museum park—magical winter evening for families.

4:30 PM Museum Park, Ellipse, Raleigh
3–18 yrsOutdoor
Adventure Squad: Grow Fresh! Eat What's in Season
Sat, Dec 12

Adventure Squad: Grow Fresh! Eat What's in Season

Interactive storytime plus seasonal food tasting teaches kids about fresh, local eating.

10:00 AM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
4–10 yrsIndoor
Stonework of Duke Gardens
Sat, Dec 12

Stonework of Duke Gardens

Guided tour of Duke Gardens' stunning stonework with master artisan Brooks Burleson.

10:00 AM Duke Gardens–Barnes Welcome Center, Durham
$24+0–18 yrsOutdoor
In Motion, In Time: An Homage to Ancient Nubia
Sat, Dec 12

In Motion, In Time: An Homage to Ancient Nubia

Explore ancient Nubian art and culture at NC Museum of Art's thoughtful exhibition.

4:15 PM East Building, Level B, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Pop-Up Art: Giant Snowflakes
Sun, Dec 13

Pop-Up Art: Giant Snowflakes

Create giant snowflakes in a hands-on pop-up art session at the NC Museum of Art.

12:00 PM East Building, Studios, Raleigh
3–18 yrsIndoor
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Sun, Dec 13

A Charlie Brown Christmas

A Charlie Brown Christmas musical special performed live at Martin Marietta Center.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
3–18 yrsIndoor
NCAA DI Women's College Cup Championship
Sun, Dec 13

NCAA DI Women's College Cup Championship

NCAA Division I Women's College Cup Championship soccer at WakeMed Soccer Park.

7:00 PM First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Boston Bruins
Sun, Dec 13

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Boston Bruins

Carolina Hurricanes face the Boston Bruins at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

1:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Dueling Dinosaurs Sensory Friendly Mornings
Sun, Dec 13

Dueling Dinosaurs Sensory Friendly Mornings

Sensory-friendly

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

10:00 AM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
4–12 yrsIndoor
NCAA DI Men's College Cup Championship
Mon, Dec 14

NCAA DI Men's College Cup Championship

NCAA Division I Men's College Cup Championship soccer at WakeMed Soccer Park.

7:00 PM First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Curiosity Crew, K-2 - LEGOs
Mon, Dec 14

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - LEGOs

K–2nd graders build with LEGO bricks at the library's Curiosity Crew program.

4:00 PM 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
5–8 yrsIndoor
Medicare Basics
Mon, Dec 14

Medicare Basics

Medicare Basics at 100 Library Dr.

5:30 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Campbell Fighting Camels Mens Basketball
Tue, Dec 15

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Campbell Fighting Camels Mens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils men's basketball game at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham.

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
The Jewish Sound of Christmas
Wed, Dec 16

The Jewish Sound of Christmas

A festive concert celebrating Jewish musical traditions of Christmas at NC Museum of Art.

7:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
A Christmas Carol - Presented by Theatre in the Park
Wed, Dec 16 +4 dates

A Christmas Carol - Presented by Theatre in the Park

Classic holiday theater at DPAC—a family-friendly seasonal production.

7:30 PM DPAC, Durham
5–18 yrsIndoor
Midday Meander
Wed, Dec 16

Midday Meander

Conversational garden stroll with Duke Gardens' director of learning & engagement.

12:15 PM Onsite at Duke Gardens – directions to follow, Durham
Free0–18 yrsOutdoor
Lectura y bienestar
Wed, Dec 16

Lectura y bienestar

Lectura y bienestar at 100 Library Dr.

6:30 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Grambling State Tigers Basketball
Thu, Dec 17

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Grambling State Tigers Basketball

Watch Duke basketball take on Grambling State at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Birdwatching for Beginners
Thu, Dec 17

Birdwatching for Beginners

Learn to identify local birds at Prairie Ridge, part of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

10:00 AM Prairie Ridge, Raleigh
5–18 yrsOutdoor
Wildlife in Winter
Fri, Dec 18

Wildlife in Winter

Explore how wildlife adapts and survives winter at Prairie Ridge nature preserve.

1:00 PM Prairie Ridge, Raleigh
5–18 yrsOutdoor
The Ben Rector Christmas Tour
Fri, Dec 18 +1 dates

The Ben Rector Christmas Tour

Singer-songwriter Ben Rector brings his holiday tour to the Carolina Theatre in Durham.

7:30 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
8–18 yrsIndoor
NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: Triangle Choir Club and The Last Blossom
Sat, Dec 19

NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: Triangle Choir Club and The Last Blossom

Anime-inspired choral performance featuring Triangle Choir Club at NCMA's winter bazaar.

7:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Raleigh Ringers
Sat, Dec 19 +1 dates

Raleigh Ringers

Raleigh Ringers rings in classical music at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts.

4:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: Marketplace
Sat, Dec 19

NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: Marketplace

Anime merchandise and collectible marketplace at NC Museum of Art's winter bazaar.

10:00 AM East Building, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: J-Fashion of Ghost Bunny: Making Japanese Street Fashion a Global Venture
Sat, Dec 19

NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: J-Fashion of Ghost Bunny: Making Japanese Street Fashion a Global Venture

J-fashion designer talk at NCMA's anime bazaar featuring Ghost Bunny's global venture.

11:00 AM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: Cottonbook Designer Talk: Seeking Magic in Daily Wear
Sat, Dec 19

NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: Cottonbook Designer Talk: Seeking Magic in Daily Wear

Designer talk on anime fashion and daily wear at NC Museum of Art's winter bazaar.

12:30 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: Beyblade Tournament
Sat, Dec 19

NCMA Loves Anime Winter Bazaar: Beyblade Tournament

Beyblade tournament and anime bazaar at NC Museum of Art—collectibles, competition, and fandom fun.

2:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Stained-Glass Ornaments with Jason Blyskal
Sun, Dec 20

Stained-Glass Ornaments with Jason Blyskal

Create hand-painted stained-glass ornaments with artist Jason Blyskal.

11:00 AM East Building, Studios, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
The Three Spirits
Sun, Dec 20 +1 dates

The Three Spirits

The Three Spirits at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

1:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrs
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Citadel Bulldogs Basketball
Mon, Dec 21

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Citadel Bulldogs Basketball

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Citadel Bulldogs Basketball at Dean E Smith Center

8:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - A Candlelight Christmas
Tue, Dec 22 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - A Candlelight Christmas

North Carolina Symphony performs a candlelit Christmas concert at Martin Marietta Center.

3:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Alabama A&M Bulldogs Mens Basketball
Tue, Dec 22

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Alabama A&M Bulldogs Mens Basketball

North Carolina State Wolfpack Men's Basketball vs. Alabama A&M at Lenovo Center.

1:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Straight No Chaser
Wed, Dec 23

Straight No Chaser

A cappella rock group performing at Durham Performing Arts Center.

7:30 PM DPAC, Durham
8–18 yrsIndoor
World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker with a Live Orchestra
Wed, Dec 23

World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker with a Live Orchestra

World Ballet Company's Nutcracker with live orchestra at Carolina Theatre—magical holiday dance.

7:00 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Christmas
Thu, Dec 24

Christmas

Christmas in Chapel Hill

12:00 AM Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Track Santa on His Magical Journey Around the World 🎅🏻
Thu, Dec 24

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.

12:00 PM Online Event, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Sat, Dec 26 +1 dates

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Pittsburgh Penguins

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Pittsburgh Penguins NHL game at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Touring)
Sun, Dec 27

The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Touring)

High-energy dance spectacle reimagines the Nutcracker with hip-hop flair at DPAC Durham.

7:00 PM DPAC, Durham
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Truett McConnell Bears Mens Basketball
Mon, Dec 28

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Truett McConnell Bears Mens Basketball

NC Central Eagles vs. Truett McConnell Bears college basketball game.

2:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Mon, Dec 28 +1 dates

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Tampa Bay Lightning NHL hockey at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Syracuse University Womens Basketball
Mon, Dec 28

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Syracuse University Womens Basketball

Duke vs. Syracuse women's college basketball at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

6:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Mamma Mia! (Touring)
Tue, Dec 29 +5 dates

Mamma Mia! (Touring)

ABBA's hits come alive in the touring musical Mamma Mia! at DPAC in Durham.

7:30 PM DPAC, Durham
5–18 yrsIndoor
Community Blood Drive
Tue, Dec 29

Community Blood Drive

Community Blood Drive at 100 Library Dr.

1:30 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. California Golden Bears Mens Basketball
Wed, Dec 30

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. California Golden Bears Mens Basketball

College basketball showdown—North Carolina Tar Heels vs. California Golden Bears.

4:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
New Year Closure
Fri, Jan 1

New Year Closure

New Year Closure in Chapel Hill

12:00 AM Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
New Year Closure
Sat, Jan 2 +1 dates

New Year Closure

New Year Closure at 100 Library Dr.

10:00 AM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Nashville Predators
Sat, Jan 2

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Nashville Predators

Professional hockey action as Carolina Hurricanes face Nashville Predators at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. California Golden Bears Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 2

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. California Golden Bears Mens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils take on Cal Golden Bears in college basketball at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Clemson Tigers Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 2

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Clemson Tigers Mens Basketball

NC State Wolfpack take on Clemson Tigers in college basketball at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

1:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Epic Adventures from Narnia & More
Sat, Jan 2

North Carolina Symphony - Epic Adventures from Narnia & More

NC Symphony performs magical Narnia scores and more at Martin Marietta Center—family-friendly classical.

4:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. St. Louis Blues
Tue, Jan 5

Carolina Hurricanes vs. St. Louis Blues

NHL hockey action: Carolina Hurricanes battle the St. Louis Blues.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Pittsburgh Panthers Mens Basketball
Wed, Jan 6

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Pittsburgh Panthers Mens Basketball

NC State men's basketball vs. Pitt at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Legends Of The 60s & 70s
Fri, Jan 8

North Carolina Symphony - Legends Of The 60s & 70s

North Carolina Symphony performs the greatest hits of the 1960s and 70s.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
PineCone Presents: Michael Cleveland
Fri, Jan 8

PineCone Presents: Michael Cleveland

PineCone Presents: Michael Cleveland at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrs
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 9

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

NC Tar Heels vs. NC State men's basketball rivalry game at Dean E. Smith Center.

12:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Coppin State Eagles Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 9

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Coppin State Eagles Mens Basketball

NC Central Eagles battle Coppin State Eagles in college basketball.

5:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Pittsburgh Panthers Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 9

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Pittsburgh Panthers Mens Basketball

Watch college men's basketball: Duke Blue Devils vs. Pittsburgh Panthers.

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Winter Native Medicinal Plants: Pine
Sat, Jan 9

Winter Native Medicinal Plants: Pine

Discover medicinal pine plants on a winter nature walk at NC Museum of Art—hands-on outdoor learning.

10:00 AM Museum Park, Welcome Center, Raleigh
8–18 yrsOutdoor
Nature Stories at NCMA
Mon, Jan 11 +1 dates

Nature Stories at NCMA

Free storytelling program at NC Museum of Art celebrating nature.

10:30 AM North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh
Free0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Morgan State Golden Bears Mens Basketball
Mon, Jan 11

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Morgan State Golden Bears Mens Basketball

NC Central Eagles face Morgan State Golden Bears in college basketball.

7:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. SMU Mustangs Mens Basketball
Tue, Jan 12

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. SMU Mustangs Mens Basketball

College men's basketball: North Carolina State Wolfpack vs. SMU Mustangs at Lenovo Center.

9:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Books and Belonging
Wed, Jan 13

Books and Belonging

Books and Belonging at 100 Library Dr.

2:15 PM 100 Library Dr., Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Stanford Cardinal Mens Basketball
Wed, Jan 13

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Stanford Cardinal Mens Basketball

Watch Duke Blue Devils take on Stanford in college basketball at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. California Golden Bears Womens Basketball
Thu, Jan 14

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. California Golden Bears Womens Basketball

Watch Duke Women's Basketball take on California at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

7:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Fri, Jan 15

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Philadelphia Flyers

Watch the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Philadelphia Flyers at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - A Midsummer Night's Dream
Fri, Jan 15 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - A Midsummer Night's Dream

North Carolina Symphony brings Shakespeare to life with A Midsummer Night's Dream.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Stanford Cardinal Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 16

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Stanford Cardinal Mens Basketball

UNC Tar Heels men's basketball vs. Stanford — college hoops at Dean E Smith Center.

2:15 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
PAW Patrol Live! "A Mighty Adventure"
Sat, Jan 16 +1 dates

PAW Patrol Live! "A Mighty Adventure"

PAW Patrol comes to life on stage in an action-packed live adventure.

10:00 AM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
2–10 yrsIndoor
NCMA to Go Art Kits: Symbolic Stories
Sat, Jan 16

NCMA to Go Art Kits: Symbolic Stories

Take-home art kits exploring symbolic storytelling at NC Museum of Art—creative projects you can make at home.

10:00 AM East Building, Lobby / Vestíbulo del Edificio Este, Raleigh
5–12 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Vegas Golden Knights
Sun, Jan 17

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Vegas Golden Knights

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Vegas Golden Knights at Lenovo Center.

6:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Stanford Cardinal Womens Basketball
Sun, Jan 17

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Stanford Cardinal Womens Basketball

Watch Duke's women's basketball team take on Stanford in an NCAA Division I game.

12:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Hermitage Piano Trio
Sun, Jan 17

Hermitage Piano Trio

Classical piano trio performance at NC Museum of Art in Raleigh.

2:00 PM Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Mon, Jan 18

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday in Chapel Hill

12:00 AM Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Virginia Cavaliers Mens Basketball
Tue, Jan 19

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Virginia Cavaliers Mens Basketball

Tar Heels take on Virginia in college basketball at Dean E Smith Center.

9:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Yoga Under The Stars
Wed, Jan 20

Yoga Under The Stars

Yoga Under The Stars in Chapel Hill

6:00 PM Chapel Hill
0–18 yrs
Artful Story Time: Ready for Ramadan
Wed, Jan 20

Artful Story Time: Ready for Ramadan

Story time celebrating Ramadan through art at NC Museum of Art—culturally rich, engaging for young listeners.

10:30 AM East Building, Raleigh
2–8 yrsIndoor
Peter Antoniou
Thu, Jan 21

Peter Antoniou

Peter Antoniou at Carolina Theatre - Durham

7:00 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
0–18 yrs
North Carolina Symphony - Mozart Piano Concerto No. 25
Fri, Jan 22 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Mozart Piano Concerto No. 25

North Carolina Symphony performs Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 25 at Martin Marietta Center.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
Jonathan Van Ness
Fri, Jan 22

Jonathan Van Ness

Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2027 at Carolina Theatre - Durham

8:00 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 23

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Mens Basketball

Duke basketball faces Notre Dame at Cameron Indoor Stadium—a classic college rivalry.

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Anaheim Ducks
Sat, Jan 23

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Anaheim Ducks

Watch the Carolina Hurricanes take on Anaheim at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 23

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Mens Basketball

NC State takes on Wake Forest basketball at Lenovo Center—cheer for the Wolfpack.

12:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Shen Yun
Sat, Jan 23 +1 dates

Shen Yun

Stunning dance and theater production Shen Yun comes to Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts.

2:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Pop-Up Art: Quilt Collage
Sun, Jan 24

Pop-Up Art: Quilt Collage

Quick pop-up art workshop creating quilt collages at NC Museum of Art—hands-on creativity in minutes.

12:00 PM West Building, Raleigh
5–12 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball
Sun, Jan 24

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball

Watch Duke women's basketball at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

12:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Mark and Maggie O’Connor
Sun, Jan 24

Mark and Maggie O’Connor

Mark and Maggie O'Connor perform at NC Museum of Art in Raleigh.

2:00 PM Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Mozart Piano Concerto No. 25
Sun, Jan 24

North Carolina Symphony - Mozart Piano Concerto No. 25

North Carolina Symphony performs Mozart at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill.

3:00 PM Memorial Hall, Chapel Hill
8–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. SMU Mustangs Mens Basketball
Tue, Jan 26

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. SMU Mustangs Mens Basketball

UNC Tar Heels men's basketball faces SMU Mustangs at Dean E Smith Center.

7:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Book Buddies Art + Book Club
Wed, Jan 27

Book Buddies Art + Book Club

Kids explore art and books together at NC Museum of Art.

4:00 PM West Building, Raleigh
5–12 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Tchaikovsky Serenade For Strings
Fri, Jan 29

North Carolina Symphony - Tchaikovsky Serenade For Strings

North Carolina Symphony performs Tchaikovsky's beloved Serenade for Strings at Martin Marietta Center.

12:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban(TM) In Concert
Fri, Jan 29 +1 dates

Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban(TM) In Concert

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban performed live in concert with orchestra at DPAC in Durham.

7:30 PM DPAC, Durham
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Tchaikovsky Serenade For Strings
Sat, Jan 30

North Carolina Symphony - Tchaikovsky Serenade For Strings

North Carolina Symphony performs Tchaikovsky's beloved Serenade for Strings.

3:00 PM Memorial Hall, Chapel Hill
5–18 yrsIndoor
PineCone Presents: Trey Hensley Band
Sat, Jan 30

PineCone Presents: Trey Hensley Band

Country music performance by Trey Hensley Band at Martin Marietta Center.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. South Carolina State Bulldogs Mens Basketball
Sat, Jan 30

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. South Carolina State Bulldogs Mens Basketball

NC Central Eagles vs. South Carolina State Bulldogs college basketball.

5:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Los Angeles Kings
Sat, Jan 30

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Los Angeles Kings

Carolina Hurricanes face the Los Angeles Kings in NHL action at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Miami Hurricanes Mens Basketball
Mon, Feb 1

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Miami Hurricanes Mens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils take on Miami Hurricanes in college basketball at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

7:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Florida State Seminoles Mens Basketball
Wed, Feb 3

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Florida State Seminoles Mens Basketball

College basketball game between NC State and Florida State at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

6:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Ballet presents Giselle
Thu, Feb 4 +6 dates

Carolina Ballet presents Giselle

Classic ballet Giselle performed by Carolina Ballet at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
NCMA Music Series: FAB5
Fri, Feb 5

NCMA Music Series: FAB5

Live music performance by FAB5 at NC Museum of Art's SECU Auditorium.

6:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Project RESTORE Educator Trek: Where Swans Fly, Bears Walk, and Wolves Howl
Fri, Feb 5

Project RESTORE Educator Trek: Where Swans Fly, Bears Walk, and Wolves Howl

Guided nature trek exploring wildlife habitats at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

2:00 PM In the Field, Raleigh
5–18 yrsOutdoor
North Carolina Symphony - Mahler & Mozart
Fri, Feb 5 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Mahler & Mozart

North Carolina Symphony performs beloved classical masterworks by Mahler and Mozart.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Opera Presents TURANDOT
Fri, Feb 5

North Carolina Opera Presents TURANDOT

North Carolina Opera performs Puccini's epic fantasy opera Turandot.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Mens Basketball
Sat, Feb 6

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Mens Basketball

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Mens Basketball at Dean E Smith Center

2:15 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Seed Swap
Sat, Feb 6

Seed Swap

Swap seeds and learn about plants at NC Museum of Art's outdoor gathering.

10:00 AM Museum Park, Welcome Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsOutdoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Norfolk State Spartans Mens Basketball
Sat, Feb 6

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Norfolk State Spartans Mens Basketball

NC Central Eagles play Norfolk State Spartans in college basketball.

5:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Astronomy Days 2027
Sat, Feb 6 +1 dates

Astronomy Days 2027

Explore the night sky with planetarium shows and astronomy activities.

10:00 AM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Miami Hurricanes Womens Basketball
Sun, Feb 7

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Miami Hurricanes Womens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils women's basketball faces Miami Hurricanes at Cameron Indoor Stadium—March Madness prep action.

2:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Howard University Bison Mens Basketball
Mon, Feb 8

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Howard University Bison Mens Basketball

Watch North Carolina Central Eagles take on Howard in college basketball at McDougald-McLendon Arena.

McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Louisville Cardinals Mens Basketball
Mon, Feb 8

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Louisville Cardinals Mens Basketball

UNC Tar Heels men's basketball takes on Louisville Cardinals at Dean E. Smith Center—ACC rivalry basketball.

6:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Colorado Avalanche
Tue, Feb 9

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Colorado Avalanche

Carolina Hurricanes clash with Colorado Avalanche in NHL action.

7:30 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Minnesota Wild
Thu, Feb 11

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Minnesota Wild

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Minnesota Wild at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

7:30 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Lyle Lovett and Hayes Carll - Together On Stage
Thu, Feb 11

Lyle Lovett and Hayes Carll - Together On Stage

Lyle Lovett and Hayes Carll - Together On Stage at Carolina Theatre - Durham

8:00 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
0–18 yrs
North Carolina Symphony - Dancing in the Street: The Music Of Motown
Fri, Feb 12

North Carolina Symphony - Dancing in the Street: The Music Of Motown

NC Symphony celebrates Motown's greatest hits—lively, danceable classics for all ages.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Boston College Eagles Mens Basketball
Sat, Feb 13

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Boston College Eagles Mens Basketball

NC State Wolfpack basketball vs. Boston College—high-energy college hoops.

1:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball
Sat, Feb 13

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball at Cameron Indoor Stadium

5:30 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Buffalo Sabres
Sat, Feb 13

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Buffalo Sabres

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Buffalo Sabres at Lenovo Center

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Family Studio: Guerilla Mural Making
Sat, Feb 13

Family Studio: Guerilla Mural Making

Create large-scale murals together as a family at NC Museum of Art.

1:00 PM East Building, Studios, Raleigh
5–12 yrsIndoor
Screen Printing Workshop with Clockwork Print House
Sun, Feb 14

Screen Printing Workshop with Clockwork Print House

Learn screen printing techniques with pros at NC Museum of Art.

1:00 PM East Building, Studios, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
The String Queens: Valentine’s Day at the NCMA
Sun, Feb 14

The String Queens: Valentine’s Day at the NCMA

The String Queens: Valentine’s Day at the NCMA at East Building, SECU Auditorium

2:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Pittsburgh Panthers Womens Basketball
Sun, Feb 14

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Pittsburgh Panthers Womens Basketball

Catch Duke Women's Basketball vs. Pittsburgh at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

12:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Florida State Seminoles Mens Basketball
Tue, Feb 16

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Florida State Seminoles Mens Basketball

Duke basketball game at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Robert Cray Band
Tue, Feb 16

Robert Cray Band

Robert Cray Band at Carolina Theatre - Durham

8:00 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
0–18 yrs
Mindful Story Time
Wed, Feb 17

Mindful Story Time

Calm, mindful storytime for young children at NC Museum of Art.

10:30 AM West Building, Raleigh
0–5 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Louisville Cardinals Womens Basketball
Thu, Feb 18

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. Louisville Cardinals Womens Basketball

Duke women's basketball faces Louisville at historic Cameron Indoor Stadium.

7:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Adult Nights: Party in Ba Sing Se
Fri, Feb 19

Adult Nights: Party in Ba Sing Se

Adult Nights: Party in Ba Sing Se at Downtown Raleigh

6:30 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Symphony No. 5
Fri, Feb 19 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Symphony No. 5

North Carolina Symphony performs Beethoven's iconic Symphony No. 5 at Martin Marietta Center.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Detroit Red Wings
Fri, Feb 19

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Detroit Red Wings

NHL hockey: Carolina Hurricanes vs. Detroit Red Wings at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Wild Kratts Live 2.0: Activate Creature Power!
Sat, Feb 20

Wild Kratts Live 2.0: Activate Creature Power!

Wild Kratts characters bring animal adventures to life on stage with interactive fun.

5:00 PM DPAC, Durham
3–12 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Cal Poly Mustangs Mens Basketball
Sat, Feb 20

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Cal Poly Mustangs Mens Basketball

Cheer on NC State Wolfpack men's basketball against Cal Poly at Lenovo Center.

12:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
The Harlem Quartet
Sun, Feb 21

The Harlem Quartet

The Harlem Quartet at East Building, SECU Auditorium

2:00 PM East Building, SECU Auditorium, Raleigh
0–18 yrs
Pop-Up Art: Dots and Spots
Sun, Feb 21

Pop-Up Art: Dots and Spots

Playful pop-up art session exploring dots and patterns for young creators.

12:00 PM East Building, Raleigh
2–8 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Miami Hurricanes Mens Basketball
Mon, Feb 22

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Miami Hurricanes Mens Basketball

UNC Tar Heels take on Miami in men's college basketball at Dean E Smith Center.

7:00 PM Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Cirque Alice
Tue, Feb 23

Cirque Alice

Cirque-style acrobatics and artistry tell the Alice in Wonderland story.

7:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Mens Basketball
Wed, Feb 24

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Mens Basketball

NC State Wolfpack men's basketball vs. Notre Dame.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Craft Night
Thu, Feb 25

Craft Night

Creative craft activity at NC Museum of Art's café—a fun break during a museum visit.

5:30 PM West Building, NCMA Café, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Buena Vista Orchestra
Thu, Feb 25

Buena Vista Orchestra

Buena Vista Orchestra performs Latin music at Carolina Theatre.

8:00 PM Carolina Theatre - Durham, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Winter Woods Walk
Thu, Feb 25

Winter Woods Walk

Guided winter nature walk through Museum Park's scenic trails in Raleigh.

5:00 PM Museum Park, Welcome Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsOutdoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. San Jose Sharks
Thu, Feb 25

Carolina Hurricanes vs. San Jose Sharks

Carolina Hurricanes hockey game at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Bluey's Big Play
Fri, Feb 26 +1 dates

Bluey's Big Play

The beloved Bluey and family come to life on stage at Durham's DPAC.

6:00 PM DPAC, Durham
2–10 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Symphony No. 9
Fri, Feb 26 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Symphony No. 9

North Carolina Symphony performs Beethoven's iconic 9th Symphony.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
FLANS 40 - Sin Control Tour
Sat, Feb 27

FLANS 40 - Sin Control Tour

FLANS celebrates 40 years with their Sin Control Tour at Martin Marietta Center.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Delaware State Hornets Men's Basketball
Sat, Feb 27

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Delaware State Hornets Men's Basketball

Cheer on the Eagles as NCCU faces Delaware State in college basketball.

5:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball
Sat, Feb 27

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball at Cameron Indoor Stadium

Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Basketball
Sun, Feb 28

Duke Blue Devils Womens Basketball vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Basketball

Duke women's basketball vs. UNC — cheer on the Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

4:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks Mens Basketball
Mon, Mar 1

North Carolina Central Eagles Mens Basketball vs. Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks Mens Basketball

Support the Eagles in a college basketball game against Maryland Eastern Shore at home.

7:00 PM McDougald-McLendon Arena, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Virginia Cavaliers Mens Basketball
Mon, Mar 1

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Virginia Cavaliers Mens Basketball

Duke men's basketball vs. Virginia — experience ACC rivalry at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

7:00 PM Cameron Indoor Stadium, Durham
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Louisville Cardinals Mens Basketball
Tue, Mar 2

North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Louisville Cardinals Mens Basketball

NC State men's basketball battles Louisville at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Ballet Presents The Little Mermaid
Thu, Mar 4 +5 dates

Carolina Ballet Presents The Little Mermaid

Carolina Ballet brings Disney's The Little Mermaid to life on stage.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
4–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Symphony No. 7
Fri, Mar 5 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Beethoven Symphony No. 7

North Carolina Symphony performs Beethoven Symphony No. 7—classical music for all ages.

12:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball
Sat, Mar 6

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball

North Carolina Tar Heels take on Duke Blue Devils in college basketball at Dean E Smith Center.

Dean E Smith Center, Chapel Hill
0–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Utah Mammoth
Sun, Mar 7

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Utah Mammoth

Carolina Hurricanes hockey game — fast-paced action and family fun at Lenovo Center.

1:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
North Carolina Symphony - Totally 80s
Fri, Mar 12 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Totally 80s

North Carolina Symphony rocks the 80s with a family-friendly orchestral tribute.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
Nashville Songwriters at DPAC
Fri, Mar 12

Nashville Songwriters at DPAC

Nashville songwriting legends perform live at DPAC in Durham.

7:30 PM DPAC, Durham
8–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Calgary Flames
Fri, Mar 12

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Calgary Flames

Watch the Carolina Hurricanes battle the Calgary Flames at home.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
Fri, Mar 12

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

A candlelit orchestral celebration of rock's greatest hits.

8:00 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils
Sat, Mar 13

Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils

Carolina Hurricanes take on the New Jersey Devils at Lenovo Center.

7:00 PM Lenovo Center, Raleigh
0–18 yrsIndoor
Dragons: VIP Reception (Naturalist, Explorers, & Brimley Exclusive)
Thu, Mar 18

Dragons: VIP Reception (Naturalist, Explorers, & Brimley Exclusive)

Members-only dragon exhibit reception at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

6:00 PM Nature Exploration Center, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor
PineCone presents: Dan Tyminski Band
Thu, Mar 18

PineCone presents: Dan Tyminski Band

Bluegrass and country music performed live by a celebrated artist—great for music-loving families.

7:30 PM Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
6–18 yrsIndoor
Museum Movie Night: Back to the Future
Fri, Mar 19

Museum Movie Night: Back to the Future

Classic film screening at NC Museum of Art—a family movie night.

5:30 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
8–18 yrsIndoor
Member Night: Dragons
Sat, Mar 27

Member Night: Dragons

Members' night with dragons exhibit at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

6:00 PM Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh
5–18 yrsIndoor

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