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Kids in Nature Day at Lake Benson Park

Date: Sat, Oct 10, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Venue: Lake Benson Park, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Outdoors

South Wake Conservationists' Kids in Nature Day takes place Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, North Carolina. The rain date is October 11. This is a free event. Donations are welcome, though! Please pre-register. It's very helpful for planning. Fall is a great time for outdoor events, and this event is free. All kids and families are welcome. Meet a variety of live animal exhibits, including the very popular birds-of-prey, reptiles, amphibians, cool “bugs,” aquatic life, and more. Explore over twenty different interactive and fun nature-oriented activity stations. A whimsical musician will be onsite again for interactive musical fun, and Ranger Rick will be all around the event greeting the kids and posing for photos. Ice cream and other treats will be available for purchase. Walk down the paths along the field, through the woods, and down by the lake to discover the many different activities with plenty of space to not feel crowded. Earn cool prizes by getting your activity cards stamped. And have fun! Looking for stuff for your kids to do? Check out Triangle on the Cheap's big list of upcoming free and cheap kid-friendly events in the Triangle! Double-Check Before You Head Out! We make every effort to make sure that everything on Triangle on the Cheap is 100% accurate. However, sometimes things change without notice, and it's also possible that we can make a mistake. Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go. You might also be interested in: Subscribing to Triangle on the Cheap's email list Triangle on the Cheap event calendar Trivia Nights Best food and drink deals in the Triangle Free and cheap things to do this week Farmers Markets in the Triangle Subscribe to Triangle on the Cheap More Kids' Events in the Triangle Please check out our big list of free and cheap kids' events in the Triangle or look at a quick list here: Loading... Loading... Loading... Loading... Load

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Kids in Nature Day at Lake Benson Park

“Be sure to pre-register online to help the organizers plan.”

When
This Saturday
Sat, Oct 10, 2026
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where
Lake Benson Park
Raleigh, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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Kids in Nature Day at Lake Benson Park is a free afternoon event filled with live animal exhibits, hands-on science stations, and outdoor activities. Organized by the South Wake Conservationists, this annual gathering brings local wildlife education directly to children through interactive displays. The event is geared toward toddlers through elementary-aged children, who will especially enjoy seeing the birds of prey and reptiles up close. While admission is free, you will want to bring some cash for the ice cream truck and register online beforehand to help organizers track attendance. This is an easy, low-stress weekend option because it allows kids to run around the grassy fields of Lake Benson Park while learning about local North Carolina ecosystems. The shaded walking paths also offer a nice break if your little ones need a quieter space to decompress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend Kids in Nature Day?
No, the event is completely free to attend, though the organizers accept donations and you may want to bring money for sweet treats.

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Kids in Nature Day at Lake Benson Park runs Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

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Lake Benson Park is at 921 Buffaloe Rd., Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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