Enjoy 30 minutes of longer stories, songs and other early literacy activities that prepare preschoolers and kindergartners to read.

Watch some of the finest athletes compete in an outdoor 1-mile race. Food trucks available. Free admission.

Take the family for comics, collectibles, local comic artists, cosplay and more. Tickets are $5 per person; free for ages 8 and younger with a paying adult.

Theatre Raleigh in Concert brings brings Tony Award winners and nominees as well as other Broadway performers to Raleigh for these small, intimate concerts rarely seen outside New York City.

Joined by her husband Jason Yeager on piano, Julie reflects on the journey leading to her meteoric rise, sharing songs and behind-the-scenes stories of her days understudying in “Les Misérables,”.

Ayoy, young mateys! Wear a pirate costume and take part in a shindig featuring stories, crafts, treats and raucous sea shanties with North Carolina authors Darren Farrell and Ashley Belote..

Spread a blanket on the lawn and enjoy live music from Kings of the Highway. Food trucks and a wine and beer market round out the event.

Watch as Karen Pullen of Everyday Plant-Based Cooking School prepares French onion soup, potatoes Dauphinoise, green lentil and bitter greens salad, French mustard seitan and cherry claflouti. Be hands-on or.

Take part in National S’mores Day, when the town of Morrisville changes its name and becomes “S’Morrisville” in honor of the enjoy the delicious snacks made famous at campfires everywhere..

Rus Anderson painstakingly recreates a 1970s Elton John concert with gorgeous, colorful and flamboyant costumes worn by The Rocket Man—including his iconic boots, glasses and jumpsuits from 1973, as well.

Beloved author Frances Mayes creates a rich tapestry of characters from an unforgettable family, exploring the grand mystery ride of marriage, and what really makes for a “great” one. Tickets,.

Enjoy activities, food trucks, and of course, a giant mud pit! Come dressed to get messy and wet. The full list of festival activities also includes mud kitchen, live animals,.

Learn how to make pasta from Carmella, the owner of Melina's Fresh Pasta. Classes are hands-on and end with a pasta tasting. Tickets are $70 and can be purchased online.

Kick-start the school year with interactive activities and fun crafts at Downtown Cary Park.

See a vibrant showcase featuring demo stations in prelude to the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival August 24-25. Immerse yourself in a fusion of artistry, inspiration and anticipation at.