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Event starts each day at 8 am. Saturday - June 30 is Pet A Pony Day. Pet real ponies, watch show jumping and watch a blacksmith at work - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Admission is free - Sponsored by the North Carolina Hunter Jumper Assoc. Annual Horse Show, in conjunction with the NCSU School […]
First Friday is a free, self-guided tour of local art galleries, art studios, and museums, held on the first Friday of every month in downtown Raleigh. The center of the activity is Artspace, on East Davie Street. Participating restaurants offer First Friday specials. Website: godowntownraleigh.com/first-friday-raleigh
Join North Carolina Theatre as they present a blast of a dance party for the whole family! Watch a performance by NCT’s best HAIRSPRAY SINGERS & DANCERS and learn to groove as they teach you some cool ‘60’s dance moves. You can even make your own ‘60’s bouffant hair style with the […]
The 60th Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza - over 125 exhibitors, from Florida to New England, featuring quality antiques and old collectibles. Event Hours: Friday 10 am - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 11 am - 5 pm. Admission $6.50 per day $7.50 weekend pass. Website: antextofnc.com 336-924-8337 or […]
Trolley tours leave from Mordecai Historic Park every Saturday, from March through December at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm and 2 pm. Tickets are $10 for adults, $4 for child ages 7-17, and free for children 6 and under. The trolley can also be rented for special events and private tours. Event website: raleighnc.gov/mordecai
Denny's Challenge 5K raises funds for the Melanoma Research Foundation. Each year a 5k run/walk is held in honor and memory of Denny Neely, who lost his battle with Melanoma in 2009. Denny's Challenge is the largest race in North Carolina that benefits melanoma research. Event website
The 60th Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza - over 125 exhibitors, from Florida to New England, featuring quality antiques and old collectibles. Event Hours: Friday 10 am - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 11 am - 5 pm. Admission $6.50 per day $7.50 weekend pass. Website: antextofnc.com 336-924-8337 or […]
Attending this Volunteer Orientation is a requirement for adults to become SPCA volunteers. As a volunteer you will be an ambassador of the SPCA and we want you to be knowledgeable about our procedures and programs. The Volunteer Orientation includes an overview of the SPCA as an organization and the adoption facility, a […]
Explore the lives and accomplishments of early North Carolina & Raleigh leaders. Discover the who, what, when, where and why of Raleigh's existence from the 1780's to current day. Here the stories of Civil War, politics, business leaders and the changes that took place over the centuries. The Historic Raleigh Tour covers the following […]
The 60th Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza - over 125 exhibitors, from Florida to New England, featuring quality antiques and old collectibles. Event Hours: Friday 10 am - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 11 am - 5 pm. Admission $6.50 per day $7.50 weekend pass. Website: antextofnc.com 336-924-8337 or […]
The JC Raulston Arboretum provides free guided tours through the Arboretum. Learn about the Arboretum's history, plants, and more. Tours are available to the public free of charge every Sunday at 2:00 90 from March–October (except May 1 and October 16 and 23). Tours are led by a dedicated group of volunteers […]
Take your best slapshot as Carolina Hurricanes staff take to Center Ice to improve your hockey skills! Event website: marbleskidsmuseum.org
Like new clothes, toys and other children's items offered at discounted prices. Most items will be sold at about one third their original value Free Admission! Fri. 7/15 - 9 am - 6 pm; Sat. 7/16 - 9 am - 5 pm; Sun. 7/17 - 10 am - 5 pm KidsExchange.net […]
Let's go see the lights of summer in action. A hike and craft will be included in this fun, educational program. Program held at Barwell Road Community Center on Friday, July 15 from 7:45-8:45pm. Program is for ages 6-12, fee $5 per participant. Please pre-register four days in advance. Website: http://www.raleighnc.gov
Like new clothes, toys and other children's items offered at discounted prices. Most items will be sold at about one third their original value Free Admission! Fri. 7/15 - 9 am - 6 pm; Sat. 7/16 - 9 am - 5 pm; Sun. 7/17 - 10 am - 5 pm KidsExchange.net […]