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

Mon, Sep 28

Audit Services Oversight Committee Virtual Meeting

Audit Services Oversight Committee Virtual Meeting at Durham, NC 27701

Mon, Sep 28

Tree Canopy Subcommittee Meeting

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

Mon, Sep 28

Durham Continuum of Care Governing Board Special Meeting

Durham Continuum of Care Governing Board Special Meeting at 516 Rigsbee Ave., Durham, NC 27701

Mon, Sep 28 +7 dates

Curtain Call From Beyond: Theatre Haunts & History

Spooky theatrical tour exploring haunted histories of performing arts venues.

Mon, Sep 28

Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting

Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting at 101 City Hall Plaza, Committee Room/2nd Floor, Durham, NC 27701

Mon, Sep 28 +2 dates

Kids Chess Club

Open chess club for kids of all levels at Chapel Hill Library.

Mon, Sep 28

DIY Bouncy Balls: 3rd-5th Grades

Make your own super-bouncy balls in this hands-on chemistry program.

Mon, Sep 28 +1 dates

Nature Play Day at NCMA

Free outdoor play and nature exploration at NC Museum of Art.

Mon, Sep 28

Excursions - The Chimney Swifts of Chapel Hill

Guided outdoor nature walk to observe and learn about chimney swifts.

Mon, Sep 28

Specialized Recreation - Fall Canvas Creations

Create fall-themed artwork on canvas during this recreational art class.

Mon, Sep 28 +4 dates

Local History Help Hours

Local History Help Hours at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Mon, Sep 28

Stanley Cup at the John W. Byrne Municipal Building

See the Stanley Cup up close at a public viewing hosted by the Town of Fuquay-Varina.

Tue, Sep 29

Camp Half-Blood Party

Percy Jackson–themed party with combat training and mythic games.

Tue, Sep 29

Senior Fall Craft: DIY Wooden 12-inch Round Hanging Sign

Senior Fall Craft: DIY Wooden 12-inch Round Hanging Sign at 103 Culbreth Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Tue, Sep 29 +1 dates

Fall Gardening Workshops with K-State Extension - Planting for Spring Starts Now

Fall Gardening Workshops with K-State Extension: Planting for Spring Starts Now at Smithfield

Tue, Sep 29 +5 dates

Preschool Story Time

Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers at Chapel Hill Library.

Tue, Sep 29

Community Blood Drive

Community Blood Drive at 100 Library Dr.

Tue, Sep 29 +4 dates

Story Time @ Page 158 Bookstore

Kids' storytime at an independent bookstore in Wake Forest.

Tue, Sep 29

Florida Panthers at Carolina Hurricanes

Watch the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Florida Panthers at Lenovo Center.

Tue, Sep 29 +25 dates

Live Animal Feeding: Lobster

Watch live lobster feeding at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences Downtown Raleigh.

Tue, Sep 29 +2 dates

Storytime at the Park

Songs and stories for tiny listeners at Hillsborough's Farmers' Market Pavilion.

Wed, Sep 30 +8 dates

Let's Get Moving : Chair-Based Exercise Class

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

Wed, Sep 30 +3 dates

Preschool Read & Play

Read-aloud stories, songs, and playtime for preschoolers.

Wed, Sep 30 +51 dates

Incredible Science

Interactive science experiences at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences Downtown Raleigh.

Wed, Sep 30

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB) Monthly Meeting

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB) Monthly Meeting at Town Hall, 2nd Floor Council Chambers, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

Wed, Sep 30 +3 dates

Live Animal Feeding – Ocean Habitat

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

Wed, Sep 30

Migrating Monarchs

Nature program about monarch butterfly migration at Prairie Ridge nature center.

Thu, Oct 1 +9 dates

Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center

Tech Help @ The Seymour Senior Center at 2551 Homestead Rd

Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

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

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

Thu, Oct 1 +82 dates

Public Tour

Public Tour at West Building

Thu, Oct 1 +6 dates

Meet the Keepers

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

Thu, Oct 1 +3 dates

Storytime and Playtime at Southern

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

Thu, Oct 1 +4 dates

Beginning-Level English Class

Beginning-Level English Class at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Thu, Oct 1

Transportation, Mobility & Greenways Advisory Commission Meeting

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

Thu, Oct 1

Adventure Squad - Grossology!

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

Thu, Oct 1

Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Concert

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

Thu, Oct 1 +2 dates

Family Story Time

Stories and songs for families at Chapel Hill Public Library.

Thu, Oct 1 +2 dates

Science Trivia

Science Trivia at Downtown Raleigh

Thu, Oct 1

CVA Artists Reception

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

Thu, Oct 1

Southern Women's Show of Johnston County

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

Thu, Oct 1

Kids' Crafternoon

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

Thu, Oct 1 +5 dates

Discovery Drop-In & Storytime

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

Thu, Oct 1 +1 dates

Walk on the Wild Side

Guided nature walk through Duke Gardens' native plant collection.

Fri, Oct 2 +6 dates

Messengers of Time & Space

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

Fri, Oct 2 +1 dates

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals

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

Fri, Oct 2 +12 dates

Carolina Skies

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

Fri, Oct 2 +1 dates

Morning Friendly Fiber Fridays Meet-Up

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

Fri, Oct 2 +2 dates

"Drinking Habits" Fall Play

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

Fri, Oct 2 +9 dates

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

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

Fri, Oct 2

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

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

Fri, Oct 2

Spider Hunt

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

Fri, Oct 2

Right to Read Kickoff & The Librarians Screening

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

Fri, Oct 2 +1 dates

Craig Conant

Craig Conant at Goodnights Comedy Club

Sat, Oct 3

Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival

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

Sat, Oct 3

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

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

Sat, Oct 3 +6 dates

We Are Stars

Planetarium show celebrating stars and our place in the universe.

Sat, Oct 3

Animation Is Art: Little Amélie or the Character of Rain

Charming French animated film screening at NC Museum of Art.

Sat, Oct 3

North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Louisville Cardinals Football

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

Sat, Oct 3

Family Pumpkin Painting

Family craft session—paint pumpkins together this fall.

Sat, Oct 3 +60 dates

Art on the Dot

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

Sat, Oct 3 +6 dates

From Earth to the Universe

Planetarium journey from Earth through the cosmos at Morehead.

Sat, Oct 3 +6 dates

Magic Tree House Space Mission

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

Sat, Oct 3

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

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

Sat, Oct 3

Taekwondo: From Beginner to Black Belt

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

Sat, Oct 3

Outdoor Story Time

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

Sat, Oct 3

Japanese Tea Gathering: Kanna-zuki -1st seating

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

Sat, Oct 3 +1 dates

Family-Friendly Tours

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

Sat, Oct 3

Dads Playgroup

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

Sat, Oct 3

Alicia Villarreal - Bendita Locura Tour 2026

Alicia Villarreal - Bendita Locura Tour 2026 at The Ritz

Sat, Oct 3 +3 dates

The Sun: Our Living Star

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

Sat, Oct 3

NCMA Dance Gumbo: Dance Fitness with Jordan Farrell

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

Sat, Oct 3

North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. Campbell Fighting Camels Football

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

Sat, Oct 3

SuperFun Saturday

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

Sun, Oct 4 +6 dates

Solar System Odyssey

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

Sun, Oct 4

LEGO Spook-tacular at Southern

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

Sun, Oct 4 +1 dates

Accessible Curtain Call From Beyond: Theatre Haunts & History

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

Sun, Oct 4

Love Local Showcase

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

Sun, Oct 4

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

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

Sun, Oct 4 +6 dates

One Sky, Many Eyes

Planetarium show about cultural astronomy at Morehead in Chapel Hill.

Sun, Oct 4 +6 dates

Supermassive Black Holes

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

Sun, Oct 4

Tales & Tails

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

Mon, Oct 5

Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Community Member

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

Mon, Oct 5

Tourism Development Authority Meeting

Tourism Development Authority Meeting at Carrboro, NC 27510

Mon, Oct 5

First Monday Classics Book Club

First Monday Classics Book Club at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Mon, Oct 5

Ultraviolet Experiment: K-2nd Grades

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

Tue, Oct 6

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - Backyard Fairies

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

Tue, Oct 6

Banned Books Week Read-In

Banned Books Week Read-In at 100 Library Dr.

Tue, Oct 6

Build Club

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

Tue, Oct 6

Monthly CVA Member Meeting

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

Tue, Oct 6

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

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

Tue, Oct 6

Apex Night Out ft. Touch-A-Truck

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

Tue, Oct 6

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

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

Tue, Oct 6

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

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

Wed, Oct 7

Environmental Advisory Board Subcommittee Meeting - RE: Data Centers

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

Wed, Oct 7

Costume Bazaar

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

Wed, Oct 7

Early Explorers Lab

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

Wed, Oct 7

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

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

Wed, Oct 7

Senior Tennis Play Day

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

Wed, Oct 7 +1 dates

What’s in the Box?

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

Thu, Oct 8

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Vancouver Canucks

Professional hockey action with the Carolina Hurricanes at home.

Thu, Oct 8

Good Moon Festival VIP Weekend Pass

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

Thu, Oct 8

Return of the Wild: A Lewis and Clark Wildlife Resurvey

Wildlife exhibit inspired by the Lewis & Clark expedition downtown.

Thu, Oct 8

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Belmont Bruins Mens Basketball

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

Thu, Oct 8

Office Hours w/Mayor Pro-Tempore Terry Mahaffey

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

Thu, Oct 8

Discovery Force - Fizz Factory

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

Fri, Oct 9

Duke University Blue Devils Baseball vs. East Carolina Baseball

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

Fri, Oct 9 +1 dates

Grandfriends Storytime

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

Fri, Oct 9

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

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

Fri, Oct 9 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Mendelssohn Violin Concerto

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

Fri, Oct 9 +1 dates

Unframed Voices: Art. Theater. No Boundaries.

Art and theater experience at NC Museum of Art.

Fri, Oct 9

Cameron Price is Right Trivia @ The Flying Pierogi Delicatessen

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

Sat, Oct 10

Climate Up Close

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

Sat, Oct 10

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

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

Sat, Oct 10 +6 dates

Birding with Wake Audubon Society

Guided birding walk with Wake Audubon at Museum Park.

Sat, Oct 10

Family Studio

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

Sat, Oct 10

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

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

Sat, Oct 10

Saturday Science Sparks

Hands-on science program at Morehead Planetarium.

Sat, Oct 10

Hora de cuentos

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

Sat, Oct 10

Geschichtenzeit für Kinder | Storytime in German

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

Sat, Oct 10

Saturday Skills: Technology Class with CWS

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

Sat, Oct 10

Classical Music in the Park

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

Sat, Oct 10

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

NC Central Eagles football vs. William and Mary Tribe.

Sat, Oct 10 +2 dates

Astronaut

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

Sun, Oct 11

Diwali Celebration

Family-friendly Diwali celebration in Cary.

Sun, Oct 11

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

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

Sun, Oct 11

Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow

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

Sun, Oct 11 +2 dates

Dueling Dinosaurs Sensory Friendly Mornings

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

Sun, Oct 11

Climate Up Close

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

Mon, Oct 12

Wonderkids - Gourd Vibes Only

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

Mon, Oct 12

Douglass Speaks Series: 175 years of Frederick Douglass

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

Mon, Oct 12 +1 dates

Medicare Basics

Medicare Basics at 100 Library Dr.

Mon, Oct 12

2026 Shepherds 360 Conference

Mon, Oct 12

Nature Stories at NCMA

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

Mon, Oct 12 +1 dates

Homeschool Hangout

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

Tue, Oct 13 +1 dates

Board Game Night

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

Tue, Oct 13

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - Kaleidoscope Creations

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

Tue, Oct 13

STEAM Career Showcase for Students with Disabilities

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

Wed, Oct 14

Sea Glass Art, Grades 6-12

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

Wed, Oct 14

Botany Spotlight: Meet the Meat Eaters—Carnivorous Plants

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

Wed, Oct 14

The Phaeton Piano Trio

The Phaeton Piano Trio at East Building, SECU Auditorium

Thu, Oct 15

Member Discovery Day – Leaves and Legends

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

Thu, Oct 15

NCMA After Hours: Ancient Nubia

NCMA After Hours: Ancient Nubia at East Building

Thu, Oct 15

Discovery Force - Tape It and Make It with Washi

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

Thu, Oct 15

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

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

Thu, Oct 15

Main Meeting Room 116 Reservation

Main Meeting Room 116 Reservation at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Thu, Oct 15 +9 dates

Pop Up Library @ The Seymour Senior Center

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

Thu, Oct 15 +8 dates

Carolina Ballet presents Dracula

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

Fri, Oct 16

Page Turners Book Club at the Seymour Center

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

Fri, Oct 16

Ancient Nubia Member Preview Day

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

Fri, Oct 16

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

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

Fri, Oct 16

Avery Anna - Blood Runs Thicker Tour

Avery Anna - Blood Runs Thicker Tour at The Ritz

Fri, Oct 16

SAS Championship - Friday

Watch professional golf at the SAS Championship in Cary.

Fri, Oct 16 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Rhapsody In Blue

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

Fri, Oct 16

Tommy Mesa and Olga Kern

Tommy Mesa and Olga Kern at East Building, SECU Auditorium

Fri, Oct 16

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

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

Sat, Oct 17

Cuentacuentos: Spanish Storytime @ Main

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

Sat, Oct 17

Duke Blue Devils Football vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Football

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

Sat, Oct 17

Apex Geek and Grub Market (Halloween Edition)

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

Sat, Oct 17

Hora de Cuentos en Español - Storytime in Spanish!

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

Sat, Oct 17

Volunteer Workday in Pritchard Park

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

Sat, Oct 17

North Carolina Courage vs. San Diego Wave FC

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

Sat, Oct 17

Campbell Fighting Camels Football vs. Towson Tigers Football

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

Sun, Oct 18

Sensory-Friendly Hour at Ancient Nubia Community Day

Sensory-friendly museum hours for families with sensory sensitivities.

Sun, Oct 18

Dig Deeper With Us Gardening Series

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

Sun, Oct 18

North Carolina Symphony - Mendelssohn Violin Concerto

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

Sun, Oct 18

Harvest Festival

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

Sun, Oct 18

Ancient Nubia Community Day

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

Mon, Oct 19

All Things Open 2026

Mon, Oct 19

Heirloom Apples of North Carolina

Heirloom Apples of North Carolina at 137 W. Margaret Lane

Tue, Oct 20

On the Rocks: A Scree & Crevice Garden Tour

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

Tue, Oct 20

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Tennessee Vols Mens Basketball

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

Tue, Oct 20

Curiosity Crew, K-2 - LEGOs

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

Wed, Oct 21 +1 dates

Lectura y bienestar

Lectura y bienestar at 100 Library Dr.

Wed, Oct 21

Relax and Read at Southern: A Silent Book Club

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

Wed, Oct 21

Science Detectives: Green Plants

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

Wed, Oct 21 +1 dates

Artful Story Time

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

Wed, Oct 21

Science Detectives: Beyond the Study Skin

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

Wed, Oct 21

Science Detectives: Pollinator Power

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

Wed, Oct 21

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

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

Wed, Oct 21

Maddie Zahm

Pop music concert at Lincoln Theatre in Raleigh.

Thu, Oct 22

Elmo's Got the Moves

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

Thu, Oct 22

Discovery Force - Big Things, Small Spaces!

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

Thu, Oct 22

Weaving Your Story World: Workshop with Author Melora Fern

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

Fri, Oct 23

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

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

Fri, Oct 23

Educator Trek: Got Elk?

Educator Trek: Got Elk? at In the Field

Fri, Oct 23 +1 dates

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

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

Fri, Oct 23

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

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

Fri, Oct 23

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

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

Fri, Oct 23

Adult Nights: Tales of Woe

Adult Nights: Tales of Woe at Downtown Raleigh

Sat, Oct 24

UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony

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

Sat, Oct 24

Educator Trek: Butterfly Pinning and Backyard Bug Collecting

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

Sat, Oct 24

Gavin Adcock w/ Pecos and The Rooftops

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

Sat, Oct 24

Spellbound 2026

Spooky Halloween event at Mordecai Historic Park.

Sat, Oct 24

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

Sat, Oct 24

Raleigh Halloween Bar Crawl

Sat, Oct 24

Quiet Journaling Meet-Ups with Carolina Cozy Journaling Club

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

Sat, Oct 24

Japanese Tea Gathering: Moon Viewing Tea

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

Sat, Oct 24

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Syracuse University Football

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

Sun, Oct 25

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

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

Sun, Oct 25

Sew Together

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

Sun, Oct 25

Southern Tales and Tails

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

Sun, Oct 25

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

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

Tue, Oct 27

Educator Expo

Educator Expo at West Building

Tue, Oct 27

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

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

Tue, Oct 27

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

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

Tue, Oct 27

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Boston Bruins

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

Wed, Oct 28

Craft Night

Tin embossing craft night at Chapel Hill Public Library.

Wed, Oct 28

OLLI at Duke: Egypt and Nubia in Ancient Africa

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

Thu, Oct 29

Craft Night at the Museum

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

Thu, Oct 29 +1 dates

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Columbus Blue Jackets

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

Thu, Oct 29

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

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

Fri, Oct 30

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

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

Fri, Oct 30 +2 dates

Mrs. Doubtfire (Touring)

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

Fri, Oct 30

Leyendo con El Centro

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

Fri, Oct 30

Charles McBee Live in Raleigh

Fri, Oct 30

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

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

Fri, Oct 30

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

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

Fri, Oct 30

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

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

Fri, Oct 30

Mixed-Media Floral Greeting Cards

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

Fri, Oct 30 +1 dates

Scare-olina Skies

Spooky planetarium show about stars and space at Morehead Planetarium.

Sat, Oct 31

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Miami Hurricanes Football

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

Sat, Oct 31

Botanizing at Occoneechee Mountain

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

Sat, Oct 31

Build a Bug Snug

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

Sat, Oct 31

Read or Treat

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

Sat, Oct 31

Duke Blue Devils Football vs. Boston College Eagles Football

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

Sat, Oct 31

The Halloween Bar Crawl - Raleigh

Sat, Oct 31

North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. Howard University Bison Football

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

Sat, Oct 31

North Carolina Symphony - Halloween At Hogwarts

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

Sat, Oct 31

North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. California Golden Bears Football

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

Sun, Nov 1

North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Pittsburgh Panthers Womens Volleyball

NC State Women's Volleyball vs. Pittsburgh — college volleyball at Reynolds Coliseum.

Sun, Nov 1

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Winnipeg Jets

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Winnipeg Jets — NHL hockey at Lenovo Center.

Sun, Nov 1

North Carolina Courage vs. Denver Summit FC

NC Courage vs. Denver Summit FC — women's professional soccer at WakeMed Soccer Park.

Sun, Nov 1

North Carolina Tar Heels Womens Volleyball vs. Boston College Eagles Womens Volleyball

UNC Women's Volleyball vs. Boston College — college volleyball at Carmichael Arena.

Mon, Nov 2

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Western Carolina Catamounts Mens Basketball

Tar Heels face off against Western Carolina in men's basketball at UNC's home arena.

Mon, Nov 2

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Army Black Knights Mens Basketball

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball vs. Army — college hoops at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Thu, Nov 5

Waiting to Exhale in Concert

Waiting to Exhale in Concert at DPAC

Thu, Nov 5

Staff Day

Staff Day at 100 Library Dr.

Thu, Nov 5

Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Mens Basketball

Watch Duke Blue Devils men's basketball take on Coastal Carolina at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Fri, Nov 6

Museum Movie Night: Jurassic Park

Family movie night featuring Jurassic Park at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Fri, Nov 6 +2 dates

A Festival of Fabulous Mums

Celebrate autumn's colors amid thousands of blooming chrysanthemums at Duke Gardens.

Fri, Nov 6

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Wofford College Terriers Mens Basketball

UNC Tar Heels vs. Wofford College basketball game at Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill.

Fri, Nov 6 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5

North Carolina Symphony performs Tchaikovsky's beloved fifth symphony—a perfect intro to classical music.

Fri, Nov 6 +1 dates

When Are We Us?

When Are We Us? at 100 Library Dr.

Fri, Nov 6

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

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

Fri, Nov 6

A Celebration of Diwali

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with music, food, and cultural traditions at NC Museum of Art.

Sat, Nov 7

Park Tour: Art and Sculpture

Guided walking tour exploring art installations and sculpture throughout NC Museum of Art's scenic park.

Sat, Nov 7

North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Duke Blue Devils Football

NC State football vs. Duke at Carter Finley Stadium — cheer on the Wolfpack.

Sat, Nov 7

Lasting Impressions: Clay Relief with Isys Hennigar

Learn clay relief techniques with artist Isys Hennigar in the NC Museum of Art studios.

Sat, Nov 7

Brincos Dieras

Brincos Dieras at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Sat, Nov 7 +4 dates

Museum Untold Tour

Guided walking tour exploring untold natural-history stories downtown.

Sat, Nov 7

Jake Shimabukuro

Jake Shimabukuro at Carolina Theatre - Durham

Sat, Nov 7

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Chicago Blackhawks

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Chicago Blackhawks at Lenovo Center — fast-paced hockey action.

Sat, Nov 7

Festival of Fabulous Mums: The 13 Classes of Rare & Heirloom Chrysanthemums with Margie Case

Free festival demonstrations on chrysanthemum varieties at Duke Gardens.

Sat, Nov 7

Pop-Up Art with Nancy Baker Cahill

Create art outdoors in Museum Park with artist Nancy Baker Cahill during this spontaneous pop-up session.

Sat, Nov 7

Family Nature Walks

Learn about local wildlife and spot squirrels, rabbits, and deer on a family nature walk.

Sat, Nov 7 +3 dates

The ICONS Tour

Guided tour of iconic natural-science landmarks and exhibits downtown.

Sat, Nov 7

Campbell Fighting Camels Football vs. Stony Brook Seawolves Football

Campbell Fighting Camels football squares off against Stony Brook at Barker Lane Stadium.

Sun, Nov 8 +2 dates

Isidore String Quartet

Isidore String Quartet at East Building, SECU Auditorium

Sun, Nov 8

North Carolina Master Chorale: America 250

North Carolina Master Chorale performs 'America 250' — classical music celebrating our heritage.

Sun, Nov 8

Festival of Fabulous Mums: Growing Fabulous Mums with Joan Matthews

Free gardening workshops at Duke Gardens teach families how to grow beautiful chrysanthemums.

Tue, Nov 10

North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Wyoming Cowboys Mens Basketball

North Carolina Tar Heels take on Wyoming Cowboys in college basketball.

Tue, Nov 10

Rethinking Seasonal Cleanup: Why Less Can Be More for Wildlife (virtual)

Rethinking Seasonal Cleanup: Why Less Can Be More for Wildlife (virtual) at Virtual (Zoom)

Tue, Nov 10

Rethinking Seasonal Cleanup: Why Less Can Be More for Wildlife (in person)

Rethinking Seasonal Cleanup: Why Less Can Be More for Wildlife (in person) at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center

Thu, Nov 12

The Elovaters

The Elovaters at The Ritz

Thu, Nov 12

Botanical Quilt Blocks

Botanical Quilt Blocks at Duke Gardens–Pelham-Cullen Classroom in the Barnes Welcome Center

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

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.

Fri, Nov 13

Member Holiday Celebration

Holiday celebration for members at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Fri, Nov 13

Art Heist Dinner

Art Heist Dinner at West Building, NCMA Café

Fri, Nov 13

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

Watch Duke basketball at historic Cameron Indoor Stadium.

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.

Fri, Nov 13

Making Peace with What I Can't Control Tour with Lysa TerKeurst and Tasha Layton - Princeton, NC

Making Peace with What I Can't Control Tour with Lysa TerKeurst and Tasha Layton - Princeton, NC at The Bridge Princeton

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.

Fri, Nov 13

A Magical Cirque Christmas

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

Fri, Nov 13 +1 dates

Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

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

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.

Sat, Nov 14

Pianist Elia Cecino

Pianist Elia Cecino at East Building, SECU Auditorium

Sat, Nov 14

North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Louisville Cardinals Football

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

Sat, Nov 14

Woody Ethnobotany

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

Sat, Nov 14

North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Syracuse University Football

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

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.

Sat, Nov 14

Audio Description Tour of Ancient Nubia

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

Sat, Nov 14

Notes on View: Paradox Opera

Notes on View: Paradox Opera at West Building

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

Sun, Nov 15

Pianist Seonghum Jeong

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

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.

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.

Sun, Nov 15

ELVIS: In Person - Starring Matt Stone

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

Mon, Nov 16

WWE Monday Night RAW

High-energy WWE wrestling spectacle at Lenovo Center.

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

Tue, Nov 17

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

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

Wed, Nov 18

Mindful Museum: Fall Singing Bowl Sound Bath

Mindful Museum: Fall Singing Bowl Sound Bath in Raleigh

Wed, Nov 18

Art + Nature Story Time

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

Wed, Nov 18

Midday Meader

Midday Meader at Onsite at Duke Gardens – directions to follow

Thu, Nov 19 +2 dates

Carolina Ballet Presents Jewels

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

Thu, Nov 19

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

A magical Christmas ballet celebrating the timeless Nutcracker story.

Thu, Nov 19

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Montreal Canadiens

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

Thu, Nov 19

Please Don't Destroy

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

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.

Thu, Nov 19 +1 dates

Science Café

Interactive science discussion café at NC Museum of Natural Sciences in downtown Raleigh.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sat, Nov 21

Museum Tour in ASL

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

Sat, Nov 21

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Edmonton Oilers

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

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.

Sat, Nov 21

North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. Morgan State Bears Football

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

Sat, Nov 21

Campbell Fighting Camels Football vs. Monmouth University Hawks Football

Campbell Fighting Camels play Monmouth University Hawks in college football.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wed, Nov 25 +8 dates

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

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

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

Sat, Nov 28

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Ottawa Senators

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Ottawa Senators at Lenovo Center

Sun, Nov 29

A Motown Christmas

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

Sun, Nov 29

Kudzu and Wisteria Basket Weaving

Learn basket weaving with invasive plants at Duke Gardens.

Mon, Nov 30

Member Monday: Ancient Nubia

Member Monday: Ancient Nubia in Raleigh

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.

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.

Tue, Dec 1

Botany Spotlight: Lichen

Nature walk exploring lichen at Duke Gardens.

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.

Fri, Dec 4 +1 dates

Holiday Greenery: Build Your Own Wreath

Build a fresh holiday wreath at Duke Gardens.

Fri, Dec 4 +1 dates

North Carolina Symphony - Handel's Messiah

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

Sat, Dec 5

Cary Ballet Company's: The Nutcracker

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

Sat, Dec 5

Developing Reverent Relationships with Plants: Herbal Stovetop Potpourri

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

Sat, Dec 5

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Toronto Maple Leafs

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

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.

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.

Sun, Dec 6

Durham Geek and Grub Market (Holiday Nightmare Edition)

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

Mon, Dec 7

Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour

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

Tue, Dec 8

North Carolina Master Chorale Joy of the Season

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

Tue, Dec 8

North Carolina Symphony - Holiday Pops

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

Tue, Dec 8

Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Rangers

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

Wed, Dec 9 +1 dates

Books and Belonging

Books and Belonging at 100 Library Dr.

Thu, Dec 10

NCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship

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

Thu, Dec 10 +1 dates

Carolina Ballet Presents the Nutcracker

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

Thu, Dec 10

Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve

Rock orchestra spectacular with a holiday twist at Lenovo Center.

Thu, Dec 10

NCAA DI Women's College Cup Semifinals

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

Fri, Dec 11

Sing Along!

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

Fri, Dec 11

2026 NCAA Men's College Cup All Session

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

Fri, Dec 11

Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Islanders

Carolina Hurricanes face off against the New York Islanders.

Fri, Dec 11

NCAA DI Men's College Cup Semifinals

Top college soccer teams compete for the national championship.

Fri, Dec 11

North Carolina Symphony - Holiday Pops

North Carolina Symphony celebrates the holidays with festive music.

Sat, Dec 12

Stonework of Duke Gardens

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

Sat, Dec 12

Winter Lantern Walk

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

Wed, Dec 16

Midday Meander

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

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.

Thu, Dec 24

Christmas

Christmas in Chapel Hill

Fri, Jan 1

New Year Closure

New Year Closure in Chapel Hill

Sat, Jan 2 +1 dates

New Year Closure

New Year Closure at 100 Library Dr.

Sat, Feb 6 +1 dates

Astronomy Days 2027

Explore the night sky with planetarium shows and astronomy activities.

Thu, Mar 18

Dragons: VIP Reception (Naturalist, Explorers, & Brimley Exclusive)

Members-only dragon exhibit reception at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Sat, Mar 27

Member Night: Dragons

Members' night with dragons exhibit at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.

Fri, May 14

NCMA Movies at Moore Square: Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992)

Classic Godzilla film screening at Moore Square—outdoor movie fun for monster-loving kids.

Fri, Jun 18

Member Discovery Day – Summer Workshop

Summer workshop for museum members at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.