Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10:00am & 11:15am Saturdays and Sundays* at 10:00am, 11:15am & 12:30pm *No 12:30pm performance on Sunday, June 7 or June 14
Dinosaur! (TVY) - Raleigh Little Theatre
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Arts Events in the Triangle
The Triangle's arts scene is way more vibrant than people realize. Gallery openings, kids' theater, craft workshops, and art walks happen every week. We find the family-friendly ones so you can raise little creators without breaking the bank.
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"Burning Coal Theatre Presents KidsWrite! Festival 2026"
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One Tribe Drum Circle & Fire Show - Downtown Cary Park
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Free
10 am
4th Annual International Children's Day - City of Raleigh Museum
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10 am - 12 pm
Let’s Craft! Garland Necklaces in Little Red Schoolhouse (Sensory Friendly) - High Point Museum
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Free
12 pm - 2 pm
Let’s Craft! Garland Necklaces in Little Red Schoolhouse - High Point Museum
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Illuminating Ideals Exhibition
Cary Arts Center
Free
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10:00am & 11:15am Saturdays and Sundays* at 10:00am, 11:15am & 12:30pm *No 12:30pm performance on Sunday, June 7 or June 14
Dinosaur! (TVY) - Raleigh Little Theatre
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Arts on East: Meltdown Rodeo
712 Broad St Durham
and open to all – no tickets are required. Events will feature a community market organized by Kamar
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Cake Art Night
312 Blackwell St Ste 103 Durham
-form, collaborative art experience. No">
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Wye Junction Park Grand Opening Block Party
701 Washington St Durham
outdoor mat pilates class to kick off the evening from 5-5:30 p.m. led by soon-to-open Wye">
7-9PM
"Burning Coal Theatre Presents KidsWrite! Festival 2026"
See event details
—
One Tribe Drum Circle & Fire Show - Downtown Cary Park
See event details
Free
10 am
4th Annual International Children's Day - City of Raleigh Museum
See event details
10 am - 12 pm
Let’s Craft! Garland Necklaces in Little Red Schoolhouse (Sensory Friendly) - High Point Museum
See event details
Free
12 pm - 2 pm
Let’s Craft! Garland Necklaces in Little Red Schoolhouse - High Point Museum
See event details
Free
All Day
Donut Stop Me Now: Donut Crawl
Offsite
Free
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Scented Storytime! @ Bragtown Branch Library
Bragtown Branch Library
Free
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Preschool Storytime
Main Library – Main Children's Programming Room
Free
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
This Week In the Lab: Makey Makeys
Main Library
Free
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Social Stitchers
Southwest Regional Library – Southwest Meeting Room
Free
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Mix & Make: Apple Pie In A Cup
East Regional Library – East Regional - Children's Programming Room
Free
All Day
Maker + STEAM Take and Make: DIY Scrap Dino Puppet
Main Library
Free
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Learn to Sew with Connecting with Threads
Southwest Regional Library – Southwest Regional - Children's Programming Room
Free
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Boxyard RTP's 5th Birthday Party
Raleigh
Free
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Chess Club
Eva Perry Regional Library
Free
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the best art activities for kids in the Triangle?
- Kids can enjoy hands-on art at places like the Nasher Museum, CAM Raleigh, and local pottery studios. Many libraries and community centers also run free art workshops throughout the year.
- Are there family-friendly theater shows in Raleigh-Durham?
- Yes! Check out productions at Theatre in the Park, Raleigh Little Theatre, Durham Performing Arts Center, and PlayMakers Repertory. Many offer matinees and shows specifically for young audiences.
- Where can I find free art events in the Triangle?
- First Friday gallery walks, free museum days, outdoor murals tours, and community art festivals are all regular features. We tag free events so you can filter them easily.
- Are there art classes for kids in the Triangle?
- Plenty! Studios like Jerry's Artarama, Painting with a Twist (family sessions), and local community centers offer kid-friendly art classes. Check our classes category for current workshop listings.
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