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Jurassic Quest – Raleigh, NC | North Carolina State Fairgrounds

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December 5, 2026, 5:00 PM

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North Carolina State Fairgrounds

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Tue, Oct 20, 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

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Visual and performing arts events across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Mon, Oct 19, 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

2026 Raleigh Medal of Arts Award Ceremony

2610 Cates Ave, Raleigh, NC 27695

372.8 mi • Free

Mon, Oct 19, 07:00 PM

The Lounge at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh

374.5 mi

Tue, Oct 20, 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Writer's Club

323 Blake St., Raleigh, NC 27601

374.4 mi • Free

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More Community Fairs

Community fairs featuring rides, vendors, entertainment, and cultural showcases in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

October 15-25, 2026 ,

NC State Fair

at NC State Fairgrounds,

371.1 mi • Adults $10 advance, youth $5, 5 and under free

Tue, Oct 20, 08:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Seniors Without Walls State Fair Excursion

at Rolesville Parks and Recreation Department, Rolesville

372.7 mi • Free; please register

Tue, Oct 20, 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM

Worthdale Fall Festival

at Worthdale Park, South Raleigh

376.9 mi • Free, please register

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More Family Events

Family-friendly events, activities, and programs suitable for all ages.

Mon, Oct 19, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Total Tot Time: Free Play Program for Children Ages 0-5

at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham,

354.2 mi • FREE

Mon, Oct 19, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Mother/Daughter Fitness with GLOW

at Pullen Park, West Raleigh

373.1 mi • Free

Mon, Oct 19, 05:30 PM - 06:15 AM

Fitness Class at Pullen Park: Mom + Mini

520 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27606

373.1 mi • Free

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More Festivals

Festivals of all types happening across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Tue, Oct 20, 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM

Worthdale Fall Festival

at Worthdale Park, South Raleigh

376.9 mi • Free, please register

Tue, Oct 20, 06:30 PM

Planters Walk Bond Block Party

at Planter's Walk Recreation Center, Knightdale

378.2 mi • Free

Wed, Oct 21, 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Apex Stands United Against Hate

at Apex Nature Park, Apex

368.4 mi • Free

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More Theater & Performing Arts

Stage productions, plays, and performing arts shows happening at venues across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Fri, Oct 23, 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

An Evening with Jared Wise

at Crooked Hammock Brewery, Midtown Raleigh

369.3 mi • Free

Fri, Oct 23, 09:00 PM

Strut, Slut!: The Wake

at Chapel of Bones, West Raleigh

374.4 mi • $11.98 - $23.90

Fri, Oct 23, 11:55 PM

The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Rialto

at The Rialto Theatre, Midtown Raleigh

372.6 mi • $11

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A Halloween Mail Adventure for Triangle Families

A screen-free Halloween activity that helps kids ages 5-10 create and send meaningful mail.

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TEDx Raleigh Dinner & Conversation