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North Carolina Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival

Holshouser Building, North Carolina State Fairgrounds 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh

Celebrate all things gourd at this annual festival featuring gourd craft creations, classes, raffles, a make-and-take craft for kids and vendors selling gourds and crafting supplies. $5 per person; free.

Pay It Forward Gala

The Pavilion at the Angus Barn 9401 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh

Celebrate over 20 years of Paying It Forward with Caring Community Foundation at its biggest fundraiser of the year. The Pay It Forward Gala will raise funds to provide emergency.

“Three Little Birds”

William Peace University, Leggett Theatre 15 Peace Street, Raleigh, NC

Through October 6. Enjoy a youthful tale of adventure that features the timeless music of Bob Marley. Purchase tickets online.

“Hocus Pocus”

The Carolina Inn 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC

Fridays through October 25. Start off your weekend with one of Chapel Hill’s favorite gatherings. Sip on crafted cocktails and North Carolina beers, listen to live music and nibble on.

High School Fair

St. Timothy's School 4523 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC

Parents and rising high schoolers meet with representatives from dozens of schools, including local high schools and boarding schools. The event is free and open to the public.

Triangle Oktoberfest

October 4, 5–10 p.m.; October 5, noon–4 p.m. and 4–8 p.m. Don your lederhosen and dirndls in a lively celebration of all things Bavarian. Live music, stein hoist competitions, weiner.

Scott Reintgen: “The Last Dragon on Mars”

Quail Ridge Books 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh

Author Scott Reintgen reads from his middle grade sci-fi and fantasy novel about a boy living on Mars who unexpectedly becomes a dragon rider. Purchase tickets online.

Marbles Imagination Ball

Marbles Kids Museum 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

This annual grown-up gala raises funds to ensure that every child has the opportunity to imagine, discover, learn and play at Marbles. This year’s Imagination Ball theme is “Ever After,” where party.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Halifax Mall 300 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Register online.

Donna Washington Performs

Alston-Massenburg Center 416 N Taylor Street, Wake Forest

Often described as a "walking Disney movie" and "better than television," Donna Washington is an internationally known, multiple award-winning storyteller, spoken word recording artist and author. A highly animated performer,.

Morrisville Fire/Rescue Department’s Fire Safety Day

Park West Village 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville, NC

Hear from public safety professionals who engage with the community through meet-and-greets with police and fire safety personnel in this event that celebrates National Fire Prevention Week. Enjoy an up-close.

Falling for Local

Dorothea Dix Park 1030 Richardson Dr., Raleigh, NC

This annual community event features live music from local talent and demos from local businesses. Hay rides, inflatables, lawn games, kids activities, photo ops and a pumpkin patch round out.