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Free Things to Do This Week

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196 free events
This week in the Triangle

There are 196 free family events this week in the Triangle. Here are the best free things to do with kids in Raleigh and Durham and Chapel Hill.

Verified July 11, 2026 by Nina, a Raleigh mom · looking for the always-free spots? Free things to do in Raleigh with kids

196 events

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Family Storytime

“Arrive 15 minutes early to grab your entry tickets at the desk.”

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July Market on the Videri Patio

“Go early to grab the best street parking and beat the midday July heat.”

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Paint a Shelter Animal

“Dress your kids in old clothes because acrylic paint will stain.”

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More free events.

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6:15 am - 8:30 pm
Dix Park's Sunflower Field
Free
8:00 am
July StoryWalks® of Wake County Parks
Free
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Poet's Walk at Historic Oak View Park
Free
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Family Storytime
Free
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Family Storytime
Free
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Family Storytime
Free
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dig Up a Story - Sensory-Friendly Pop-in and Play
Free
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Family Storytime
Free
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Storytime Stay and Play
Free
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
ABC Craft and Learn: A Kindergarten Readiness Program
Free
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Baby Storytime
Free
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Baby Storytime
Free
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Baby Playdate
Free
11:30 AM
Baby Storytime
Free
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Chantal's Weather and Eno's Topography: An Earth Science Story
Free
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Learning with Lego
Free
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
K-5th Adventures
Free
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Story Explorers Book Club
Free
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Adult Basketball Open Play - Millbrook
Free
All Day
Children's Scavenger Hunt @ North Regional: Tiny Trackers, Big Dinosaurs
Free
6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunflower Celebration at Dix Park on July 11
Free
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Melon Day at Western Wake Farmers Market
Free
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Family Fest at Lakeside Retreats: Free event Sept. 12 with outdoor fun, entertainment, yoga, more
Free
9:00 am
NC Museum of Art's Sk8rday Mornings
Free
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lawyers in Your Library
Free
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Dix Park's Sunflower Celebration
Free
10:00 AM
Lowe’s gives away lots of free gifts for two days — including MyLowe’s Money!
Free
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Durham's CenterFest Sept. 19-20
Free
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Youth Basketball Open Play-Saturday
Free

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Frequently Asked Questions

What free things can I do with kids this weekend in Raleigh?
There are many free family activities this weekend in the Triangle — from free museum days and park events to library programs and community festivals. All events on this page are 100% free.
Where can I find free activities for toddlers in the Triangle?
Libraries, city parks, and community centers across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill offer free toddler-friendly activities like storytime, splash pads, and nature walks. Check our listings for age-appropriate details.
How often are free events updated in the Triangle?
We update our free events list daily with new family-friendly activities across the Triangle. Subscribe to our newsletter for a weekly roundup every Thursday.