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Thomas Dambo’s Trolls Take Root in Dix Park

Giant recycled mischief-makers are moving in this fall.

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

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

Second Friday Market & Movie Night: E.T. Under the Stars at Moore Square

Food trucks, local finds, live music & a free outdoor classic.

Gipson Play Plaza Grand Opening Lights Up the Weekend

Three days of music, mascots, and magic—plus bubble wizards and fairy sightings.

Play Like a Kid Again at Raleigh’s Adult Recess

Games, food, and fun...no permission slip needed.

Wine & Weeding Wednesdays at Raleigh City Farm

Unwind with a glass and get your hands in the dirt.

Historic Oakwood Garden Tour Returns

Six private gardens, spring blooms, and a dash of DIY floral flair.

Raleigh’s Best-Kept Secret Garden is Open

Don't miss this rare chance to stroll through 28 acres of plant paradise.

Weed Whacking & Wordsmithing: A Habitat Restoration & Writing Event

Cut invasive plants, craft poetic masterpieces!