Come out, if you dare, for a haunted night at the Pines. Each ghoul-themed room will have frightful music for the perfect Halloween thrill! Enter at your own risk! All event proceeds will go to Raleigh Parks' Play it Forward Financial Assistance Fund. Ages: 10 and older Cost: $5 per person Register on RecLink Attendees will travel through the haunted house in groups of four.
Join Us for a Spooktacular Halloween at Top Greene! You're invited to the first Truck 'n Treat, hosted by North Carolina Black Women Empowered 50+ and community leader Viki Newkirk! Bring your little ghosts and goblins for an afternoon full of arts & crafts, Halloween treats, and family fun! Costumes encouraged! Let’s make this a safe and fun Halloween celebration for the whole community. Location: John P. "Top" Greene African American Cultural Center Ages: All Cost: Free No Registration Required
Discover the creativity of local artists at the Fall Arts Fair at Fred Fletcher Park on Saturday, November 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a variety of hands-on art activities and live demonstrations by Arts Center teaching artists in a fun, family-friendly setting. Featuring unique work from jewelers, potters, painters, and more. Learn more about the Fall Arts Fair. Event Details When: Saturday, November 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Location: Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St., Raleigh, NC 27605 Parking: Enter at Washington St. & Glenwood Ave. or St. Mary’s St. & Nichols Dr. Street parking is available on Washington St. Cost: Free and open to the public Check out our Pre-Visit Guide for information on parking, accessibility, vendors, and more. Schedule 10 am-4 pm- Kid's Art Activities and Live Art Demos 10 am-4 pm – Live Music Wayne Schindler - 10 am-12 pm Drum It Up! - 12-1 pm Little Red Birds - 1-4 pm 10 am-3 pm- Poetry Fox Food Trucks Arepa Culture Cream & Sugar Coffee Cart Questions? Contact Sertoma Arts Center at 919-996-2329 or Julia Meder, Sertoma Arts Center Director, at julia.meder@raleighnc.gov
Learn about the Triangle’s historic grasslands and help install a mini Piedmont Prairie at Durant Nature Preserve. The new grasslands will surround Nature Preserves Artist-in-Residence Scott Hazard’s sculpture, which creates habitat for chimney swifts. Starting at 1 p.m., Justin Robinson and Tara Mei Smith from Extra Terrestrial Projects will share insights on grassland ecology and guide participants in planting cool-season species that will bloom in spring. Join this hands-on event to support biodiversity, explore public art, and contribute to the ongoing evolution of this 237-acre nature preserve. Register for the workshop.
Let's get this holiday season started right! On Wednesday, Nov. 19, at Marsh Creek Community Center, we'll have activities, games, and arts/crafts for participants of all ages at this event that will celebrate multiple holidays! Don't worry, the New Year's Countdown and ball drop will be every 30 minutes, so feel free to come at the beginning, middle, or towards the end! This event is free, with pre-registration encouraged. Special guests include public artist Austen, who will be collecting community input for River Cane Wetland Park and Raleigh City Farm. Location: Marsh Creek Community Center Ages: All Cost: Free
Put on your ugliest holiday sweater and sleigh your way to Merry & Bright: An Enchanted Holiday Evening for Grownups at Pullen Park. Stroll around the shimmering lake and take in the dazzling lights. Dance under the stars to live music on the event lawn. Ride the carousel (we’ve got a reindeer!). Take a lap on the holiday train. Play some reindeer games. Make and mail holiday postcards. Visit the North Pole and more! Beer, wine, and food will be available for purchase from the Pullen Café, along with local food trucks and breweries. All proceeds benefit Play It Forward, a Raleigh Parks initiative that helps provide financial assistance to families and individuals so everyone can enjoy recreation opportunities. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1 at 9 a.m. via Ticketmaster Space is limited, and tickets will not be available through any other outlets. This is a 21-and-over event. Location: Pullen Park Date: Saturday, Nov. 29 Time: 7 - 10 p.m. Ages: Ages 21 and older only – No children or infants admitted Cost: $35 Buy Tickets via Ticketmaster
The Raleigh Youth Council is excited to host its annual Toys from Teens holiday event, inviting families with children to celebrate the season with creativity, community, and cheer. This festive event will feature holiday crafts and activities, an opportunity to meet Santa, and a special gift giveaway while supplies last. To receive a gift, children must be present. Join us! Location: Roberts Park Community Center Ages: 0 - 12 years old Cost: Free No Registration Required
Welcome the holiday season and decorate a gingerbread house inspired by Raleigh’s historic sites! This family-friendly program will take you to two historic locations in Raleigh. Meet at Fred Fletcher Park and take a trolley ride to Latta University Historic Park to explore its history. Then, ride the trolley back to Borden Building at Fletcher Park to build your own gingerbread house inspired by the Latta house. Each registrant will have their own gingerbread house, and decorating supplies will be provided. Location: Fred Fletcher Park Ages: All Cost: $15
Raleigh Parks and MAKRS Present: Moore Square Winterfaire, a European style Christmas Market/Festival. Winterfaire is a 4-day annual festival featuring 60+ vendors, a food truck rodeo, Live Bands, Santa, S’mores, a Beer Garden, and more! Learn more
Our "Holidays Around the World" program is an educational event that will explore how different cultures celebrate holidays and traditions. Often focusing on themes like family, food, and celebrations. Winter celebrations around the globe will bring the community together. Location: Barwell Road Park Cost: Free Ages: 0 - 12
Raleigh Parks and MAKRS Present: Moore Square Winterfaire, a European style Christmas Market/Festival. Winterfaire is a 4-day annual festival featuring 60+ vendors, a food truck rodeo, Live Bands, Santa, S’mores, a Beer Garden, and more! Learn more
Let's bring soul and good times to John Chavis Memorial Park and celebrate the holidays with joy and laughter. Festive, jolly, and bright activities will be spread throughout the entire inside and outside of the center for the family to enjoy. Activities will include, but are not limited to, themed rooms, inflatables, photo opportunities, crafts, carol-oke, light holiday-themed refreshments, live entertainment, and beautiful decorations. Location: John Chavis Memorial Park Ages: All Cost: Free