12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
Little Gym of North Raleigh/Wake Forest Open Gym
8320 Litchford Rd.
Free
Family Events in the Triangle
Looking for fun things to do with the kids this week? We round up the best family-friendly events across the Triangle so you don't have to scroll five Facebook groups to find them. From storytime at the library to weekend festivals, we've got your family covered.
20 upcoming events
This Week's Family Events
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Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Astronaut
250 East Franklin Street
Free
6:15 am - 8:30 pm
Dix Park's Sunflower Field
1700 Umstead Drive
Free
8:00 am
July StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks
Unknown Venue
Free
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park
4028 Carya Dr.
Free
10:15 am - 10:45 am
Bunny Hive's Culinary Exploration
711 West Lane Street, Raleigh NC 27603
$25
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20 events6:15 am - 8:30 pm
Dix Park's Sunflower Field
1700 Umstead Drive
Free
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park
4028 Carya Dr.
Free
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Library On the Go at Beech Bluff County Park
Sage Shelter
Free
8:00 am
July StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks
Unknown Venue
Free
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
Little Gym of North Raleigh/Wake Forest Open Gym
8320 Litchford Rd.
Free
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center presents Astronaut
250 East Franklin Street
Free
10:00 am
Legends of the Garden at Historic Oak View Park
4028 Carya Dr.
Free
6:15 am - 8:30 pm
Dix Park's Sunflower Field
1700 Umstead Drive
Free
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park
4028 Carya Dr.
Free
10:15 am - 10:45 am
Bunny Hive's Culinary Exploration
711 West Lane Street, Raleigh NC 27603
$25
8:00 am
July StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks
Unknown Venue
Free
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Kids Exchange Consignment Sale at NC State Fairgrounds
Jim Graham Building
Free
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Mini Birthday Party
Marbles Kids Museum
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Animal Kingdom 3D
Marbles Kids Museum
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Cities of the Future 3D
Marbles Kids Museum
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Wild Rescue 3D
Marbles Kids Museum
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Baby Bookworms (Lapsit Storytime)
East Regional Library – East Regional - Children's Programming Room
Free
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Story Sprouts (Toddler/Preschool Storytime)
East Regional Library – East Regional - Children's Programming Room
Free
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Virtual Homeschool Learning Lab: Fossil Dig
Virtual
Free
5:30 PM – 6:15 PM
Pajama Time Evening Storytime
Main Library – Main Children's Programming Room
Free
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the best family activities in the Triangle this weekend?
- Every weekend we curate the top family events across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Cary. You'll find festivals, free museum days, park programs, and kid-friendly shows. Check our weekend guide (updated every Thursday) for the freshest picks.
- Where can I find free things to do with kids near me?
- The Triangle has tons of free family fun: library storytimes, splash pads, greenway trails, free museum hours, and community festivals. Use our free events filter to see everything happening this week at no cost.
- What age groups are family events suitable for?
- Most events on our site work for kids ages 0-12, but we tag age ranges so you can filter. Look for toddler-friendly, elementary-age, and tween tags on each listing to find the right fit for your crew.
- How do I find indoor activities for kids on rainy days?
- When the weather doesn't cooperate, check out indoor play spaces, children's museums like Marbles Kids Museum, library events, and indoor classes. Filter by 'classes' or 'arts' categories for great rainy-day options.
- Are there family events in the Triangle during school breaks?
- Absolutely! During spring break, summer, and winter break, the Triangle explodes with camps, special museum programs, outdoor adventures, and seasonal festivals. We highlight the best break-time activities in our seasonal guides.
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