• One Festival. Three Epic Films. One Journey to Middle-earth.

    Moore Square 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC

    Join us for Hobbit Fest at Moore Square on Saturday, Sept. 19, for a day-long celebration of one of the greatest fantasy adventures ever told. Experience the complete Lord of the Rings theatrical trilogy outdoors while exploring a festival filled with themed activities, local vendors, artists, food trucks, and more. The movie marathon begins at 10 a.m., with the Hobbit Fest festival experience from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., giving guests plenty of opportunities to shop, eat, play, and celebrate Middle-earth. Movie Marathon Schedule 10 a.m.  – The Fellowship of the Ring 1:30 p.m.  – The Two Towers 5 p.m.  – The Return of the King Whether you're embarking on the journey for the first time or returning to Middle-earth for the hundredth, gather your fellowship and spend the day with us in downtown Raleigh. Costumes are encouraged. Hobbits, elves, dwarves, wizards, rangers, and even the occasional orc are welcome! Jester-ful Storytelling by Erim Akpan 1 - 1:30 p.m. Amphitheater at the Playground Erim Akpan is a jester and storyteller who pushes the boundaries of audience participation, creating wildly interactive experiences that make audiences feel like royalty. Enjoy a performance that takes you on a voyage through time and space […]

  • ONE Wake Candidates and Elected Officials Assembly on Affordable Housing

    Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 11401 Leesville Road, Raleigh

    ONE Wake Candidates and Elected Officials Assembly being held on September 19, 2026 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm at  Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 11401 Leesville Road, Raleigh, NC 27613. More than 1,200 ONE Wake leaders from across Wake County will be in attendance. During the assembly, they will publicly present their affordable housing plan and share their vision for ensuring that working families, teachers, first responders, seniors, and other residents can continue to afford to live in the communities they serve. The goal is to explore practical ways that ONE Wake and the elected officials of Wake county can work together to expand affordable housing and strengthen Wake county.

  • Stream Monitoring Workshop

    Walnut Creek Wetland Center 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC

    Learn How to Take Water Samples! Interested in learning more about Raleigh stream ecosystems? We're hosting a volunteer stream monitoring workshop! We'll spend the first part of the workshop in the classroom and the second half in the creek practicing sample collection. This workshop is required for new stream monitoring volunteers but is open to anyone interested in learning more about our streams. When: Saturday, September 19 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Where: Walnut Creek Wetland Park (Neuse River Room, 950 Peterson Street) Details: Individual registration is required. This event is capped at 15 participants. Please come dressed in long pants, close-toed shoes, and ready to hop in the creek.

  • Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 425 Glenwood Ave & 609 Tucker St.

    Halifax Community Center 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    September 21, 2026 5:30 p.m. Halifax Community Center, 1023 Halifax St, Raleigh, NC 27604 425 Glenwood Ave & 609 Tucker St Pre-Submittal DX-7-SH TO DX-40-SH-CU (Additional Information) D Hunter Winstead

  • North CAC

    Abbotts Creek Community Center 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC

      Raleigh CAC Members, Coming Up Monday Night, Sept 21 - 7:00 PM @ Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC Ellen Mathis with the Raleigh Solid Waste Services Department will be talking about the new leaf collection program being deployed this year. Meeting Agenda, Call to Order - Whitney Hill (7:00 PM) Meeting Minutes from Last Meeting - Whitney Hill (posted on Facebook page) (7:05 PM) Raleigh’s First Responder Update -  Officer Huff - RPD  (7:05 PM) The New City Leaf Pickup Program - Ellen Mathis - Raleigh Solid Waste Services Department  (7:20) City Council Report - Mitchell Silver, Raleigh City Council (8:10 PM) Engage Raleigh Expo - Lance Shinholser (Video) - 8:05 Event Calendar - Whitney Hill (8:20 PM) Next Meeting - Whitney Hill Close  (8:30) Bring a Friend!   Whitney Hill Chairman Raleigh North CAC https://www.facebook.com/groups/northcac

  • Dix Park Commission Meeting

    All Faith's Chapel at Dix Park 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC

    The Dix Park Commission exists to oversee and approve matters related to Dix Park policy and development,  The Dix Park Commission is supported by City staff well as Dix Park Conservancy staff.

  • Planning Commission

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    The City of Raleigh Planning Commission will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, September 22 at 9 a.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street in the City Council Chamber. Planning Commission meetings can be viewed on the city’s website and RTN 11. For more information about the meeting, please contact Bynum Walter or visit the Planning Commission webpage. A. Call to Order B. Public Comment C. Consent Agenda C.1 Approval of Minutes Requesting approval of draft minutes from September 8, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting D. Report of Committees D.1 Text Change TC-5-26: Daycare Amendments Nick Neptune, Text Change Committee Chair . At the August 18, 2026 City Council meeting, the Raleigh City Council authorized staff to prepare a draft ordinance to reduce regulatory barriers to childcare facilities. The text change considers potential amendments to increase enrollment limits and allow non-resident employees for home daycares, as well as streamline the approval process for daycare centers in residential districts by replacing the Special Use Permit requirement with clear, objective use standards. On September 16, 2026, the Planning Commission Text Change Committee discussed this item and recommended approval. E. New Business E.1 Rezoning Z-28-26 — 1900 Wimbish Lane, West Side of […]

  • Police Advisory Board Subcommittee Meeting

    Raleigh Pathways Center 900 S. Wilmington Street

    The Police Advisory Board serves as a liaison between the Raleigh community and City Council. The board will help build trust and relationships between the Raleigh Police Department and the community. Location Raleigh Pathways Center, Conference Room 200 900 S. Wilmington Street Raleigh, NC 27601 Streaming link here. 

  • Central CAC

    Tarboro Road Community Center

    The next Central CAC meeting will be on Tuesday, Sept 22 at 7:00 PM in the Tarboro Road Community Center. The Central CAC Chair, Brian Rineer, will follow up with agenda details for the meeting. Please save the date,

  • Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway – Millbrook Exchange Park

    Millbrook Exchange Park 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC

    The City of Raleigh's Solid Waste Services team will be hosting popups to hand out FREE biodegradable yard waste bags this fall. Swing by Millbrook Exchange Park to pick up your five (5) FREE biodegradable paper yard waste bags! Solid Waste Services staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about the city's new service for residents, Enhanced Weekly Yard Waste Pickup.

  • Explore Career Opportunities with the City of Raleigh – Virtual Information Session

    Virtual Meeting

    Looking for a rewarding career that makes a real impact? Join the City of Raleigh’s Virtual Information Session to learn about open roles and exciting career opportunities across various departments. Whether you’re passionate about public service, skilled in finance, dedicated to public safety, or anything in between, the city offers a variety of positions that help shape the future of our vibrant community. Attend these sessions to get detailed insights into job openings, the recruitment process, and benefits, all from the comfort of your home. Don’t miss the chance to start your career with the City of Raleigh – register today and take the first step toward making a difference! Departments Attending: Human Resources Solid Waste Services Date: Wednesday, Sept. 23 Time: Noon-1 p.m. Registration online

  • Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 8401 Honeycutt Rd.

    Greystone Recreation Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC

    September 23, 2026 5:30 p.m. Greystone Recreation Center, 7713 Lead Mine Rd, Ste 55, Raleigh, NC 27615 8401 Honeycutt Rd Pre-Submittal R-1 w/FWPOD TO R-6-CU w/FWPOD (Additional Information) ETJ Hunter Winstead