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Sensory Friendly Day - At N.C. Transportation Museum
Today · 9am–1pm
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Arts Events in the Triangle
The Triangle's arts scene is way more vibrant than people realize. Gallery openings, kids' theater, craft workshops, and art walks happen every week. We find the family-friendly ones so you can raise little creators without breaking the bank.
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This Week's Arts Events
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Invasive Plant Removal Workday
Today · 10am
Apex
Arts
FREE
The Poetry Fox
Today · 1pm–3pm
Eva Perry Regional Library, Raleigh
Arts
FREE
Author Jennifer Dasal: ArtCurious
Today · 2pm–3pm
Athens Drive Community Library, Raleigh
Arts
Cary Players presents
Today · 3pm
Cary
Arts
FREE
Morning Knitting and Other Handiwork
Tomorrow · 9:30am–11:30am
North Regional Library – North Meeting Room - Full Room, Durham
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Arts
FREE
Station 313 | Mae Sharpless Blacklight Interactive Gallery
Ongoing · Ends Apr 24 · 10am–5pm
ArtsCenter, Chapel Hill
Arts
FREE
Chance Encounter | Heather Hayman Gallery Exhibit
Ongoing · Ends Apr 29 · 10am–9pm
ArtsCenter, Chapel Hill
Arts
Oak City Street Exhibition Opening: Photography by Thomas Way
Ongoing · Ends May 31 · 6–8pm
Morning Times - Upper Gallery, Raleigh
Arts
FREE
Chance Encounter | Heather Hayman Gallery Exhibit
Ongoing · Ends Apr 24 · 10am–5pm
ArtsCenter, Chapel Hill
Arts
FREE
FRANK Featured Artists Exhibit | April - May 2026
Ongoing · Ends May 13 · 11am–5pm
FRANK Gallery, Chapel Hill
Arts
FREE
Art Cart 2026-Tuesday Mornings
Ongoing · Ends May 26
DCP Academy Pavilion, Raleigh
Arts
FREE
Art Cart 2026 - Thursdays
Ongoing · Ends May 28
DCP Academy Pavilion, Raleigh
Arts
FREE
The Poetry Fox
Today · 1pm–3pm
Eva Perry Regional Library, Raleigh
Arts
FREE
Author Jennifer Dasal: ArtCurious
Today · 2pm–3pm
Athens Drive Community Library, Raleigh
Arts
FREE
Stitch Club
Tomorrow · 10:30am–12pm
Morrisville Community Library, Raleigh
Arts
FREE
Teen: Nerd Out for Our Birthday
Tomorrow · 5:30pm–6:30pm
Northeast Regional Library, Raleigh
Arts
8:00 AM Zumba+LIFT
This Tuesday · 8am
W.E. Hunt Recreation Center, Holly Springs
Arts
FREE
Morning Crochet
This Tuesday · 10:30am–12pm
North Regional Library, Durham
Arts
FREE
Playtime with Ms. Chelsea
This Tuesday · 10:30am–11am
North Regional Library, Durham
Arts
FREE
Craft It: Watercolor Paint n' Sip
This Tuesday · 11am–12:30pm
Northeast Regional Library, Raleigh
Arts
FREE
This Week In the Lab: Paper Crafts
This Tuesday · 1pm–5pm
Main Library, Durham
Arts
FREE
Reading Time with Ms. Chloe
This Tuesday · 4pm–5pm
Main Library – Main Library - Children's Area, Durham
Arts
FREE
Elementary Explorers
This Tuesday · 4pm–5pm
North Regional Library – North Regional - Children's Programming Room, Durham
Arts
FREE
Bookmobile Stop: SoHo Apartments
This Tuesday · 4pm–4:30pm
Offsite – Bookmobile, Durham
Arts
FREE
K-5th Adventures: Friends from other Worlds
This Tuesday · 4:30pm–5:15pm
Morrisville Community Library, Raleigh
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the best art activities for kids in the Triangle?
- Kids can enjoy hands-on art at places like the Nasher Museum, CAM Raleigh, and local pottery studios. Many libraries and community centers also run free art workshops throughout the year.
- Are there family-friendly theater shows in Raleigh-Durham?
- Yes! Check out productions at Theatre in the Park, Raleigh Little Theatre, Durham Performing Arts Center, and PlayMakers Repertory. Many offer matinees and shows specifically for young audiences.
- Where can I find free art events in the Triangle?
- First Friday gallery walks, free museum days, outdoor murals tours, and community art festivals are all regular features. We tag free events so you can filter them easily.
- Are there art classes for kids in the Triangle?
- Plenty! Studios like Jerry's Artarama, Painting with a Twist (family sessions), and local community centers offer kid-friendly art classes. Check our classes category for current workshop listings.
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