Cat lovers won't want to miss the TICA Time Cat Show on February 15 and 16, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Holshouser Building on the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission: Bring a cat food donation for a $1 discount. There will be vendors with lots of kitty toys and other items, and there will also be cats from local shelters available for … [Read more...] about TICA Time Cat Show Feb 15-16
Animals
“Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
New Hope Bird Alliance is leading a morning of birdwatching and discovery at the AAA Four Diamond Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This is a free event, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Learn about the birds that thrive in Durham! Start out with complimentary coffee … [Read more...] about “Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Valentine’s Day at Planet Peace Farm
Planet Peace Affiliates, 6121 Forestville Road, Raleigh, is hosting a Valentine's Day celebration on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Admission is only $5 per person, or $20 per family (6 people maximum.) Children younger than age 3 are admitted for free. 100% of the proceeds help feed and care for the animals. Admission includes: Look for updates on the Facebook … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day at Planet Peace Farm
Valentine’s Day with the Goats at Old Mill Farm
Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC-751, Durham, North Carolina, holds many events throughout the year that let you get to know the goats and experience some farm fun. On Friday, February 14, 2025, from 3 to 8 p.m., Old Mill Farm is hosting a special Valentine's Day event. Valentine's Day on the Farm features: Tickets are $10 and include parking for one vehicle. Children 3 and under do not … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day with the Goats at Old Mill Farm
Groundhog Day at White Deer Park in Garner — watch North Carolina’s weather-predicting groundhog
Snerd, at White Deer Park in Garner, is North Carolina's only official Groundhog Day groundhog. The pressure's on, Snerd! On Sunday, February 2, 2025, White Deer Park, 2400 Aversboro Road, Garner, North Carolina, is hosting a Groundhog Day celebration from 1 to 3:15 p.m. The highlight will be when Snerd makes her prediction at 3 p.m. If she sees her shadow, then lore has it that there … [Read more...] about Groundhog Day at White Deer Park in Garner — watch North Carolina’s weather-predicting groundhog
Inaugural EagleFest at Jordan Lake Jan 25
Jordan Lake, at 2060 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, North Carolina, is holding its very first EagleFest on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a schedule change from the original date of January 11. This is a free event. Jordan Lake is home to at least 25 nesting pairs of bald eagles. In the winter, dozens of migratory eagles congregate below the dam- an amazing sight to … [Read more...] about Inaugural EagleFest at Jordan Lake Jan 25
Farmers’ Market and Flock Swap at Selma Tractor Supply
Tractor Supply holds a Farmers' Market and Flock Swap monthly at two locations: The 2nd Sunday of the month at Garner Tractor Supply4255 NC Hwy 42 W, Garner, NC11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 3rd Saturday of the month at Selma Tractor Supply1401 S Pollock Street, Selma, NC10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can find the Facebook events for the upcoming markets at Garner & Selma Flock Swaps + Farmers Markets … [Read more...] about Farmers’ Market and Flock Swap at Selma Tractor Supply
Saturday Slowdown at RambleRill Farm in Hillsborough Dec. 7
RambleRill Farm, at 913 Arthur Minnis Road, Hillsborough, is hosting a monthly event, Saturday Slowdown, at RambleRill Farm. Several farms join RambleRill Farm to sell their products, as well as local artisans. It takes place the first Saturday of the month, from April to December 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Follow RambleRill Farm on Facebook for updates about each month's event. The … [Read more...] about Saturday Slowdown at RambleRill Farm in Hillsborough Dec. 7
Owl-a-Ween Festival at American Wildlife Refuge in Clayton (free family event)
American Wildlife Refuge is hosting Owl-a-Ween on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 1 to 5 p.m. It will take place at their location at 1000 McLemore Road, Clayton, NC. Admission is free. The festival will take place in Hooville, a children's play area. Enjoy a raffle, prizes for costumes, hay rides and candy. … [Read more...] about Owl-a-Ween Festival at American Wildlife Refuge in Clayton (free family event)
Costume parties, parades and contests for dogs this Halloween in the Triangle
Looking for somewhere to show off your pet’s Halloween costume? Do you think you have a dog that’s cuter than the pirate dog in the picture, or the one in the squirrel costume below? (Hard to imagine, but anything’s possible, I guess.) Bring your pup to one of these canine costume parties in the Triangle. These events are for 2024. Make sure to click on the links for all the details. Also, … [Read more...] about Costume parties, parades and contests for dogs this Halloween in the Triangle
