Date: Saturday, Sep 12
Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Venue: 4521 Mial Plantation Rd., Raleigh
Price: Free
Category: Family
3rd Annual Family Fest 2026 Join Lakeside Retreats for a free day of family connection, creativity, outdoor fun, entertainment, and community. Activities ...
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Sep 12
Lakeside Retreats Family Fest runs Saturday, Sep 12, 8:00 am - 9:00 pm.
4521 Mial Plantation Rd. is at 4521 Mial Plantation Rd., Raleigh, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.
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