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This weekend
3:30 AMCalifornia Golden Bears at NC State Wolfpack FootballCarter-Finley Stadium, North Carolina State University, Raleigh
The California Golden Bears travel cross-country to face the NC State Wolfpack in a late-season showdown at Carter-Finley Stadium at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. Contrasting styles on the field and the excitement of a Halloween weekend backdrop set the tone for a spirited college football atmosphere.
4600 Trinity Road, Raleigh
8 AMMoore County Farmers MarketDowntown Park, Southern Pines
Explore a lively open air market at Downtown Park, where local farmers and vendors offer locally grown and produced goods, including produce, proteins, and more. Browse the stalls to the sound of live music, enjoy family friendly activities, and take part in raffles. Local food trucks serve snacks and beverages, creating a pleasant setting to enjoy the weather and the welcoming market atmosphere.
145 SE Broad St, Southern Pines
9 AMDay of the Dead 5k & Street FestivalCentro, Raleigh
The 14th annual Day of the Dead 5K & Street Festival brings a vibrant celebration of culture and community to downtown Raleigh while supporting the Fox Road Boys & Girls Club, formerly Brentwood Boys & Girls Club. The morning begins at Centro with a run that winds through historic Oakwood Cemetery. After crossing the finish, participants can celebrate together, and those 21 and older receive a beer on the house from Trophy Brewing. The festivities continue with a no-cost street festival featuring local vendors with crafts, baked goods, clothing, ceramics, and more, plus bites from Centro and food trucks, music, traditional dancers, and activities for families. Two Día de los Muertos altars offer space to honor loved ones, and a lively dance-off costume contest welcomes all ages. Whether running, browsing, or soaking up the atmosphere, this long-standing Raleigh tradition offers something for everyone.
106 S Wilmington St, Raleigh
9 AMDrone FlyingDorothea Dix Park, Raleigh
Celebrate Halloween with a casual drone flying meetup in the Big Field at Dorothea Dix Park. Steve plans to outfit his fleet with spooky touches, and participants are encouraged to give their own aircraft a ghostly twist. Flyers of all experience levels are welcome, and spectators are invited to watch. FPV setups, camera drones, helicopters and RC airplanes are all part of the fun. Bring your aircraft, controller and fully charged batteries. A launch pad, a chair or a small folding table can make setup more comfortable. Expect a friendly crowd and plenty of conversation.
1702 Barbour Dr, Raleigh
10 AMFade FestFayetteville
A Halloween gathering featuring cars, free coffee, and complimentary haircuts for the military community. Guests who bring a car can also receive a free haircut. Children can enjoy a Trunk or Treat, with candy provided, and car owners may decorate their trunks or simply park and spend time at the event. Prizes include a Nintendo Switch 2 and awards for the best car decorations and adult and children’s costumes. Costumes are welcome but not required.
6256 Yadkin Rd, Fayetteville
11 AMTrunk Or Treat Southern Pines
A free, public Trunk or Treat with fun for the whole family.
144 Brucewood Rd, Southern Pines
12 PMSouthern Pines Men's Rugby Club vs Asheville Rugby ClubSouthern Pines
The Southern Pines Men’s Rugby Club hosts its first home game of the fall season against the Asheville Men’s Rugby Club. Come out to support the team as they defend their home turf. After the match, the post-game social takes place at Whispering Pies, with pizza and drinks.
201 Air Tool Dr, Southern Pines
2 PMDraculaMartin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
Carolina Ballet unveils a two-act world premiere that looks beyond the legend to the man at its origin. Once devoted to the church, he leaves his new bride to fight in its service. When false news of his death reaches home, her yearning to reunite leads to tragedy. He returns to find his beloved gone, rejects his faith, and from that devastation the figure known as Dracula emerges. The production weaves a gothic mood with an intimate portrayal of love, devotion, and deceit, showcasing the full company’s power and subtlety to a new score. Presented at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh, NC.
2 E South St, Raleigh
2 PM3 Hour E-Bike Tour: Ghosts, Mystery, Raleigh HistoryNorth Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh
Set out from the North Carolina Museum of Art on a guided e-bike experience that blends spooky tales with local history. After a short safety talk and a quick practice ride to get comfortable, the group hears a true story about a museum haunting, then rolls onto the NC Greenway along the “Art to Heart” Trail. Stops include Meredith College, known for longstanding ghost lore, and Dorothea Dix Park, where stories tied to the former mental hospital and nearby cemeteries add to the chills. Expect additional pauses for eerie accounts and historical tidbits before looping by NC State University and returning to the museum. This season introduces AI-powered digital video that lets historical figures narrate their own stories, creating an immersive way to see, hear, and feel the past. Suitable for any fitness level, with e-bikes providing the assist so pedaling is optional. After booking, a confirmation is sent by text or email with full details, including the exact meeting time. Tours typically proceed in light rain or shine, cancellations require 72 hours notice, and if weather conditions are severe, alternate arrangements will be provided.
2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh
3:30 PMCandy DropKiwanis Family Park, Sanford
The City of Sanford’s Parks and Fire Departments present a sweet evening of community fun featuring a Candy Drop from a fire truck. Costumes are encouraged, and there will be plenty of candy, crafts, and activities to enjoy. The festivities also include an outdoor movie suitable for families beneath the night sky.
1800 Wicker St, Sanford
4 PMFSPW Fight of The Living DeadWest Southern Pines Gym
Celebrate Halloween with live pro wrestling in Southern Pines, NC. Look for pulse-pounding matchups, a spooky atmosphere, and constant action that keeps the crowd engaged. Themed showdowns set the living against the dead for a memorable spectacle steeped in Halloween spirit. Costumes are encouraged, and bringing friends can make the experience even better.
1250 W New York Ave, Southern Pines
5 PMTrunk or TreatGreensboro
Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween gathering with treats, community connection, and free hot dogs. Families are welcome to wear costumes. Candy donations are being collected throughout October at the church office, and volunteers can contact the office to ask about hosting a space or decorating a car.
5721 Methodist Rd, Greensboro
7:30 PM8 Track MindsBralie's 1 Sports Bar, Durham
This Halloween party features live music from 8 Track Minds, with tricks and treats adding to the festivities.
1725 Carpenter Fletcher Rd, Durham
10 PMAfrobeat Wave SaturdaysZenith Nightclub, Raleigh
An upscale Afrobeat night at Zenith Nightclub featuring DJ 7-7, DJ Speed, DJ T3ddy and guest DJs. The music includes Afro-Beats, Hip-Hop, Dancehall, Soca, R&B, Zouk, Reggae and francophone tracks. All guests must be 21 or older, and fashionable attire is required. Street parking is available, and Uber or Lyft is suggested. For more information, call 919.244.2060.
226 Fayetteville St, Raleigh
10 AMMonthly Pop Shop ARTernative MarketChapel of Bones, Raleigh
Pop Shop returns with a monthly ARTernative market at Chapel of Bones coffee in Raleigh. The market features goods from a variety of local creators and makers. It is open to all ages, and admission is free. Those interested in becoming a vendor can use the event's ticket link for details.
658 Maywood Ave, Raleigh
11 AMCommander Free PlayGalactic Games, Raleigh
Every Sunday features an all-day Commander session, offering a full day devoted to this format from start to finish.
4416 Fayetteville Rd, Raleigh
12 PMSkirmish SundayBazooka Games, Southern Pines
A full day dedicated to battling it out with favorite tabletop skirmish games.
195 Pinehurst Ave, Southern Pines
1 PMFree Weekly Air Hockey TournamentSuper Rad Retro Lounge, Raleigh
Challenge your skills at a free weekly air hockey tournament hosted at Super Rad Retro Lounge. Players of every experience level are welcome, whether you are brand new to the table or already comfortable with fast-paced rallies. Expect friendly competition, a chance to claim bragging rights, and an upbeat atmosphere. Newcomers can get helpful guidance to learn the basics and be part of a welcoming air hockey community.
106 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh
2 PMCarolina Ballet presents DraculaMartin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
A premiere presented in two acts follows the person behind the legend, beginning with a man devoted to the church who leaves his new wife to fight for its cause. A false report of his death reaches home, and her desperate hope to reunite ends in tragedy. He returns to find his beloved lost, casts aside his faith, and from that ruin the figure of Dracula emerges. Seeking a new kind of devotion, the production blends a gothic sensibility with an intimate, human look at love, piety, and deception. The full company delivers both force and finesse, set to an original score.
2 E South St, Raleigh
2 PMDistrict Hike #213 - NC Museum of ArtNorth Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh
District Hike #213 explores the art-lined paths of the North Carolina Museum of Art’s Museum Park. The meeting point is the Mirrored Labyrinth before a roughly 3.1 mile walk that weaves by outdoor installations, environmentally mindful landscapes, vibrant gardens, and a terraced pond. The setting supports picnicking, bird watching, and time on the Capital Area Greenway, offering a blend of art and nature. Promoted as a family-friendly outing for Scouting families, this event is planned rain or shine. Wear sturdy walking shoes, bring water, and follow the Guide to Safe Scouting.
2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh
3 PMOne Piece TCG Weekly PlayBazooka Games, Southern Pines
A weekly store tournament at Bazooka Games highlights the One Piece Trading Card Game. Players go head to head in OPTCG matches themed around the quest for the One Piece.
195 Pinehurst Ave, Southern Pines
3 PMUnion Arena Special Rare Battle - Goddess of Victory: NikkeGamers Guild, Spring Lake
Take part in a special Union Arena rare battle inspired by Goddess of Victory: Nikke. The entry fee is $10, and only Nikke decks are permitted. All participants receive a promo pack, and additional packs are awarded depending on turnout. Prizes include a winner promo for first place and a Union Rare promo for second place.
1044 Lillington Hwy, Spring Lake
3 PMGundam Card Game GD06 Release EventGamers Guild, Spring Lake
Celebrate the GD06 launch of the Gundam Card Game with sealed play and pack per win rewards. The entry fee is $30. In addition to earning a pack for each win, participants can compete for exclusive prizes available only at this event.
1044 Lillington Hwy, Spring Lake
4 PMRaleigh African American History TourRaleigh, North Carolina
Explore the legacy of Raleigh’s African American community on a historian-led tour. Hear how, across the 19th and early 20th centuries, African American educators, engineers, political leaders, medical scientists, and military officers contributed to the city’s development in many fields. The guide shares stories of notable people and milestones, offering context that brings this history to life in Raleigh.
302 Hargett St, Raleigh
6 PMRaleigh True Crime TourRaleigh, North Carolina
Delve into Raleigh's shadowy past on a true crime tour that shares real stories of wrongdoing and mystery. Highlights include accounts of one of North Carolina's most notorious serial killers, a ruthlessly violent Russian oligarch, and a local figure often likened to Jack the Ripper. Expect more eerie tales that reveal the darker side of the city's history.
302 Hargett St, Raleigh
10 AMFall Senior ExpoNC State McKimmon Center, Raleigh
Connect with local organizations dedicated to supporting seniors and their families at this free expo. The event includes prize drawings, refreshments, and health screenings.
4:30 PMLCL Inbe-TWEEN-ers: 'Whimsical Woven Animals'Lee County Main Library, Sanford
A program for ages 10 to 13 featuring a yarn-weaving activity to create a whimsical animal, along with time to share stories and connect with friends. This is a drop-off program, and parents do not need to be present.
1740 Bragg St, Sanford
7 PMBee-yond the CanvasA lil Something Creative, Raleigh
Explore mixed media by painting a hand-poured pottery piece and embellishing it with your choice of materials. The finished piece is encapsulated in UV resin, creating a bright accent for your home or a thoughtful gift for someone you love.
200 Powell Dr, Raleigh
8 PMService Industry Night!Raleigh
Service Industry Night at Slim’s features drink specials, including Mind Erasers, along with pool, pinball, and a back patio with fire tables. Slim’s serves drinks throughout the week.
227 S Wilmington St, Raleigh
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