Bizarre Bazaar
2024-11-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Bizarre, eccentric, odd… anyway you put it — you have not seen anything like this.
Join us at JCMP for the ultimate unusual experience! Arts, entertainment, games, costumes, and the strange combined. Enter the world of weird and explore the unbelievable at our Bizarre Bazaar.
Location: John Chavis Memorial ParkAges: 21 and upCost: Free

Born to Heal: African Americans in Medicine Lecture
2024-11-15 18:30 - 20:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
This lecture will explore African Americans in medicine in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Dr. Chad Swanson, DO, MPH, and La’Cura Venable, MA, LPN, will discuss the history of St. Agnes Hospital and Dr. Lawson A. Scruggs and how Black medical practitioners broke barriers in the field of medicine despite racism and Jim Crow laws.
This program is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.Location: City of Raleigh MuseumAges: AllCost: FreeNo Registration Required

The Doctor is in History Tour
2024-11-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Come learn about how doctors like Dr. Manassa Pope practiced medicine.
Tours include original medical tools and medicine from the Pope House collection, The Country Doctor Museum and Shaw University Archive!
This program is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.Location: Pope House MuseumAges: AllCosts: FreeNo Registration on Required

Coats Cause We Care Coat Giveaway
2024-11-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Southgate Park, 1801 Proctor Street, Raleigh, NC, 27610
The City of Raleigh Coats Cause We Care mission is to provide free coats to children and adults in need while promoting volunteerism and environmental sustainability.
Keep someone warm this winter. Bring your new or gently used clean coats to make someone’s winter a warm and cozy season. The temperatures can get extremely cold in the winter. Here is one way to support your community and help your neighbors.
Every coat goes to a person in need, free of charge and without discrimination or obligation. Please support our Coats Cause We Care drive because YOU CARE!
Donation Details

Donations are accepted now through Thursday, Nov. 14
Drop Off Your Coats

Sgt. Courtney T. Johnson Community Center Monday – Friday between 2 – 8 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The nearest Raleigh Parks Community Center

Coat Giveaway Day
Location: Sgt. Courtney T. Johnson Community CenterDate: Saturday, Nov. 16Time: noon to 4 p.m.Cost: FreeAges: All

Come Make Your Own Recycled Wreath
2024-11-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
Join us as we make wreaths with recycled materials!
Each participant with be given a wreath form and will be free to create their own masterpiece. We will also provide lots of recycled fabrics, beads, wire and ribbon. If you have any recycled materials you would like to use, please feel free to bring them. Please pre-register, so we have enough supplies for everyone.Ages: 10 and upCost: $8 per personRegister on RecLink

History Explorers
2024-11-23 09:30 - 12:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Hop on the Historic Raleigh Trolley to travel through time!
During this series, we’ll visit different historic sites and museums in the Raleigh area for hands-on activities and to learn more about the past. Each month will feature a different field location with transportation provided on the Historic Raleigh Trolley. Participants must be accompanied by an adult; guardians attend for free.
Ages: 10-14Cost: $10Register on RecLink

Digging Deeper: Stories in Local Archaeology
2024-11-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
As Mordecai Historic Park investigates its own archaeological footprint, the park will host a series of lectures with local experts sharing about their projects at historic sites, cemeteries, and more.
In November we welcome Melissa Timo, Staff Archaeologist and Historic Cemetery Specialist with the North Carolina Office of State Archaeology. She will speak on her work in historic cemeteries throughout the state and preservation efforts, challenges, and local resources.
Registration is not required but is encouraged.
Stay tuned for information on future lectures in this series, with 2025 dates to be announced soon.
Location: Mordecai Historic ParkAges: AllCost: FreeRegister on RecLink

National Veterans Month Brunch
2024-11-25 11:00 - 12:30 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
We proudly honor Raleigh’s veterans and thank them for their service.
Come and enjoy the end of National Veterans and Military Families Month with us at Five Points. We are partnering with Oak Street Health and Raleigh’s Veterans of Foreign Wars to provide a brunch honoring Raleigh’s veterans. Each veteran will receive a thank you card and an honorary frame at the event. Registration is required.
Location: Five Points Center for Active AdultsAges: Veterans of Any AgeCost: FreeRegistration is Required

Holiday Crafting Workshop
2024-12-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
Come enjoy a fun holiday crafting workshop on how to create kimekomi holiday trees!
Kimekomi trees are made from a technique where a pattern is drawn and then cut onto a surface, such as a styrofoam foam form. Fabric is then placed over the pattern and tucked and glued into the cuts. The trees are then decorated with objects such as ribbons and beads. Come practice your crafting skills and enjoy some good company during the holiday season.Location: Five Points Center for Active AdultsAge: 18+Cost: $19 Residents / $34 Non-Residents

Help Us Shape the Future of the City of Raleigh Museum!
2024-12-04 16:00 - 17:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
As the City and the Museum grow, now is an important time to reassess the Museum’s location and program to ensure it continues to reflect Raleigh’s history. We are hosting an event at the museum for members of the public to provide input on the vision and opportunity for the future of the museum. Come provide input on where a permanent COR Museum should be and what it should look like.Location: City of Raleigh MuseumAges: AllCost: Free

Reindeer Rodeo at Abbotts Creek
2024-12-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for the Reindeer Rodeo!
Bring your little one for a fun-filled morning of crafts, games, and treats. Participants are free to drop in anytime during the event. Please allow 30-45 minutes to rotate through different craft stations. Pre-registration is required for each participant. See you at the Rodeo!
Location: Abbotts Creek Community CenterAges: 3-6Cost: $7Register on RecLink

Sip and Shop
2024-12-06 17:30 - 21:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join the Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum for our free annual holiday Sip and Shop event from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the museum.
Browse gift options from a variety of vendors, including local artists, craftspeople, creators, makers, and more, while sipping a festive cocktail or mocktail and listening to holiday music.
Participants will be entered into a raffle for a family four-pack of tickets to the hottest event in town – the Holiday Express at Pullen Park! Admission is free and includes the opportunity to explore the museum’s exhibits, but we ask that you register on Eventbrite.Location: City of Raleigh MuseumAge: AllCost: FreeRegistration is Encouraged

Gingerbread Decorating Party
2024-12-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Join DJ Young Fresh Prince for a festive bash filled with cookie decorating, awesome tunes, and endless fun!
Bring your creativity and your dancing shoes—let’s make some sweet memories together!Location: Green Road ParkAges: AllCost: Free

Santa's Workshop and Toy Drive
2024-12-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
The holiday season is here!
Come join the Raleigh Youth Council at Abbotts Creek Community Center for your personal tour through Santa’s workshop!
Enjoy Art and Craft Activities, Festive Music, and a picture with a very special visitor! In addition, please help put a smile on a child’s face by donating a new toy for children in need. Toy donations are optional but much appreciated.
Location: Abbotts Creek ParkAge: Families with children 0 to 12 yearsCost: FreeRegister on RecLink

Celebrate the Holidays at Moore Square
2024-12-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us at Moore Square for special performances, games for the kids, food trucks, craft beer, and mulled wine, and meet Santa Claus from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Caroling teams will compete and help raise money for the Wake Tech Community College Foundation’s Fostering Bright Futures Program.
Location: Moore SquareAges: AllCost: Free

Gingerbread and a Jolly Trolley Ride!
2024-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
Welcome to the holiday season!
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 ParkAges: 5+Cost: $15

Santa's Trolley
2024-12-13 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Help Santa on this special Historic Raleigh Trolley Tour!
Santa is lost in Raleigh and Holly the Elf needs your help to find him in time for Christmas! New this year, arrive up to 30 minutes early or stay after your tour to make a s’more!The trolley leaves from Mordecai Historic Park at 1 Mimosa St in Raleigh. Advance registration is required. For more information, call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364.
Location: Mordecai Historic ParkTimes: 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m.Cost: $15Ages: AllRegister on RecLink

Celebrate All of the Holidays
2024-12-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Barwell Road Community Center, 5857 Barwell Park Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
December is a month of many holidays that bring family and friends together.
Celebrate & learn about your holiday and those of family, friends, and acquaintances. The event will include crafts, activities, photo opportunities, and music. We invite everyone of all ages to participate.
Location: Barwell Road Community CenterAges: AllCost: Free

Soulful Holiday Open House 2024
2024-12-13 17:30 - 21:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
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 fill the rooms of the community center and be spread throughout the park for families to enjoy. Activities will include inflatables, trackless train rides, photo opportunities, crafts, carol-oke, light holiday-themed refreshments, live entertainment by Soultriii, beautiful decorations, and more.
Watch for our special guest, Holly the Elf, to make an appearance!
Location: John Chavis Memorial ParkAges: AllCost: Free

Annual Toys From Teens Event
2024-12-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Roberts Park Community Center, 1300 E. Martin St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
The Raleigh Youth Council is Hosting the Annual Toys From Teens!
This event is for families with children from birth to 12 years. Participants will create festive crafts, meet Santa, and receive a gift (while supplies last). A child must be present to receive a gift.
Location: Roberts Park Community Center
Ages: 0 to 12 years old
Cost: Free (Registration will be available at the event)
Register on RecLink

Holiday Open House - Mordecai Park
2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Join us at the annual Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park!
See how the Mordecai House would have been decorated over the past 239 years and learn about different holiday traditions. Walk through the beautifully decorated house and enjoy music, discover historic artifacts, and more.
On Saturday, December 14, do some holiday shopping at the Merry and Bright: A North Pole Market! Visit our vendors to find unique gifts, create festive crafts, and sample food vendors. Enjoy seasonal entertainment and stop by a cooking demonstration in our historic kitchen. Visit Paper and Stars Studio’s Eventbrite page to register and receive event updates. For more information, call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364.
Ages: AllCost: Free

Associated

La Chocolatada de Luisito
2024-12-15 13:00 - 15:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Artist Studio Project, The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, El Centro Hispano, and The Dominican Association of NC invite you to attend our 8th Annual La Chocolatada de Luisito.
This is a Free Bilingual Family-Friendly Holiday Storytime Event. It includes Free Books, Crafts, Chocolates, Songs, Treats, Hot Chocolate, Pastries, and more.
This family-friendly event forms part of the 10th Annual El Quixote Festival.
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Cost: Free
Ages: All

Holiday Open House - Mordecai Park
2024-12-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Join us at the annual Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park!
See how the Mordecai House would have been decorated over the past 239 years and learn about different holiday traditions. Walk through the beautifully decorated house and enjoy music, discover historic artifacts, and more. Enjoy seasonal entertainment and stop by a cooking demonstration in our historic kitchen. Visit Paper and Stars Studio’s Eventbrite page to register and receive event updates. For more information, call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364.
Ages: AllCost: Free

Cuts & Christmas
2024-12-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Sanderford Road Community Center, 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Come on out to Sanderford Road Community Center for free haircuts, games, food, and fun!
Our partners at All-Embracing Barber and Beauty Shop will be offering free haircuts and handing out gifts for all children!
Ages: 1 – 18Cost: FreeRegister on RecLink

Native Wildlife
2024-12-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Forest Ridge Park, 2100 Old NC 98 HWY, Wake Forest, NC, 27587
Join us for a wild adventure as we explore the amazing creatures that call Falls Lake home. Through exciting games, hands-on activities, and fascinating stories, you’ll discover how these animals survive, hunt, and stay safe in the great outdoors. Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature!Location: Forest Ridge ParkAge: 6-11Cost: $3

Holiday Pajama Party
2024-12-22 15:00 - 18:00 | Worthdale Park Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh, 27610
It’s the most wonderful time at Worthdale Community Center on Dec. 22 because we are hosting our Holiday Pajama Party! We’ll have food with a cocoa bar, games, face painting, and a surprise from the North Pole!Location: Worthdale Community Center Ages: 5 – 12Cost: Free

Get Outside!
2025-01-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Forest Ridge Park, 2100 Old NC 98 HWY, Wake Forest, NC, 27587
Put on your hiking boots and get ready to Opt Outside!
Join us as we explore the breathtaking trails of Forest Ridge Park, where nature’s beauty surrounds you at every turn. From the rustling of the leaves to the distant calls of wildlife, this hike offers a chance to immerse yourself in the peaceful serenity of the great outdoors. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or just starting out, this experience is designed to help you unwind, reconnect with nature, and recharge both physically and mentally. Step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and discover the hidden gems of Forest Ridge Park — the perfect escape for all levels of hikers!Location: Forest Ridge ParkAge: 14+Cost: $6Register on RecLink

Emancipation Day Breakfast
2025-01-04 09:00 - 11:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us for a hot breakfast while learning about Anna Julia Cooper, an advocate for women’s rights, education, and civil rights.
Lectures presented by Dr. Shirley Moody-Turner tickets cost $20 each, with half of the proceeds supporting the Turner Historic House Museum. This program is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, www.nchumanities.org
Location: City of Raleigh MuseumDate: Saturday, Jan. 4Time: 9 – 11 a.m.Ages: AllCost: $20 per personEmancipation Day Breakfast Tickets
