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Groundhog Day Predictions (and Critters!) at White Deer Park
Jan 26, 2026

Groundhog Day Predictions (and Critters!) at White Deer Park

Free family fun, live animals, and a noon spring prediction.

Shannon
The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at the NC Museum of Art
Jan 25, 2026

The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at the NC Museum of Art

Music, history, art, and a full day of culture—free and family-friendly.

Shannon
Passport to the Moon: Astronomy Days at Raleigh’s Science Playground
Jan 20, 2026

Passport to the Moon: Astronomy Days at Raleigh’s Science Playground

Two days of telescopes, moon missions, and hands-on cosmic fun.

Shannon
Plantmania Expo Brings Rare Houseplants & Plant Fun to Raleigh
Jan 18, 2026

Plantmania Expo Brings Rare Houseplants & Plant Fun to Raleigh

Two days of shopping, learning, and leafy obsession under one roof.

Shannon
Winter Cookie Decorating Workshop at DCP Academy Pavilion
Jan 08, 2026

Winter Cookie Decorating Workshop at DCP Academy Pavilion

Frosting, sprinkles, and a very good excuse to play with your food.

Shannon
GLOW Under the Silver Moon Parade: Lanterns, Music, and a Magical Night Walk
Jan 01, 2026

GLOW Under the Silver Moon Parade: Lanterns, Music, and a Magical Night Walk

Handcrafted lights, live rhythms, and a cozy winter evening under the stars.

Shannon
Lake Myra Christmas Lights: One of North Carolina’s Biggest Holiday Light Shows
Dec 29, 2025

Lake Myra Christmas Lights: One of North Carolina’s Biggest Holiday Light Shows

Catch it now—only a few nights left before the lights go dark.

Shannon
Wendell Wonderland: A Big, Bright, Holly-Jolly Night Out
Nov 27, 2025

Wendell Wonderland: A Big, Bright, Holly-Jolly Night Out

The Triangle’s most joyful December kickoff—complete with lights, cookies, Santa, snow, and plenty of small-town sparkle.

Shannon
Town Tree Lighting & Holiday Kickoff — A Sparkly Start to the Season
Nov 26, 2025

Town Tree Lighting & Holiday Kickoff — A Sparkly Start to the Season

Lights, skating, shopping, and Santa in downtown Fuquay’s festive core.

Shannon
The Rink at Red Hat Amphitheater: Ice Skating Season Is Back
Nov 25, 2025

The Rink at Red Hat Amphitheater: Ice Skating Season Is Back

Celebrating five seasons of skating, lights, and winter fun.

Shannon
Spells, Crafts & House Pride at Magic & Mischief: A Wizard’s Market 🧙‍♀️
Nov 10, 2025

Spells, Crafts & House Pride at Magic & Mischief: A Wizard’s Market 🧙‍♀️

Step into Fred Fletcher Park for one enchanting day of magical mayhem and wholesome wizardry.

Shannon
Family Campout at Lakeside Retreats: A Weekend Under the Stars ✨
Sep 11, 2025

Family Campout at Lakeside Retreats: A Weekend Under the Stars ✨

Yoga, marshmallows, and a fire show for the whole family.

Shannon
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