Get ready for a fun family weekend in Raleigh on February 7th and 8th! Check out the special events like [Event Name on Sat] and [Event Name on Sun] for the kids.
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Raleigh Greenway Exploration Hike
Neuse River Trail Head
A free Saturday afternoon outdoor adventure to spot winter wildlife.
Pizza Making Class for Families
The Kitchen Witch
Stay warm indoors while learning to make and eat your own pizza this Sunday!
Winter's Tale Story Adventure
Quail Ridge Books
A sweet, free Saturday morning story time with puppets for the under-7 crowd.
· February 7
3JUNIOR ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR : Kids get to shop and support other young entrepreneurs at this mini craft fair. A great way for older kids to explore business or for younger ones to spend allowance money on unique finds. It's a super unique market experience happening just this Saturday!A rare chance for kids to participate in a real market setting, supporting their peers.
WINTER'S TALE STORY ADVENTUREFREE : Join in for a special Saturday morning story time featuring an interactive reading with puppets and songs. This local bookstore hosts great little events that are perfect for the little ones. It's a cozy indoor option for your little reader!A sweet, focused event perfect for the youngest age group that is completely free.
RALEIGH GREENWAY EXPLORATION HIKEFREE : Bundle up and explore a segment of the Neuse River Greenway to look for winter wildlife signs. Great for burning off energy and learning a bit about local ecology. This is a fantastic way to get outside and active on a Saturday afternoon!A zero-cost way to have a focused outdoor adventure on the popular greenway system.
· February 8
3JUNIOR PALEONTOLOGY WORKSHOP : Dig into hands-on paleontology activities where kids get to use real tools to uncover fossil replicas. This is an awesome deep-dive session for your science-loving tweens and teens. Spots are limited, so plan ahead for this Sunday afternoon!In-depth, educational workshop that goes beyond the standard museum visit for older kids.
PIZZA MAKING CLASS FOR FAMILIES : Learn to stretch dough and create the perfect family pizza from scratch! Since it's indoors, it's a perfect backup plan if Sunday's weather isn't great. Everyone gets to eat their hard work afterward, what's not to love?A fun, hands-on cooking experience that results in a delicious dinner—a win-win for parents.
OPEN GYMNASTICS SESSION : Let the kids use the foam pits, trampolines, and bars during their supervised open gym time. This is an excellent energy burner for kids who need to move before the school week starts. Great for building confidence and getting those wiggles out on a Sunday!A dedicated time slot for unstructured, high-energy physical activity for a wide age range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Raleigh this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are two completely free events: the 'Raleigh Greenway Exploration Hike' on Saturday afternoon and the 'Winter's Tale Story Adventure' Saturday morning.
Are there any good activities for tweens (10-14) this weekend?
Yes! Check out the 'Junior Paleontology Workshop' on Sunday afternoon at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences or the 'Open Gymnastics Session' for some high-energy fun.
What's happening on Sunday, February 8th, specifically for families?
Sunday offers a chance to get crafty by attending the 'Pizza Making Class for Families' or diving into science at the 'Junior Paleontology Workshop'.
