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Raleigh was made for family fun

Kid-friendly activities in Raleigh
Inside Marbles Kids Museum.
Marbles Kids Museum has lots of unique, hands-on exhibits. | Photo by RALtoday
We’re not kiddin’ around. From major attractions like Marbles Kids Museum to hidden gems like Sandling Beach, there’s something in Raleigh for children of all ages. You’ll have no trouble entertaining the youngsters with this list of 24 kid-friendly activities around the 919.

🦁 Animal encounters

NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones St., Raleigh | Family memberships available
Don’t sleep on the animals at the museum — like the Fish and Invertebrates exhibit which features both fresh and saltwater species. Kids will remember the sea horses.

Purr Cup Cafe, 210 Prospect Ave., Raleigh | $10
Cuddle with some furry felines after you enjoy a cup of hot tea in the cafe. Pro tip: Parties with children 8 and younger must book a private session. Kids will remember making feline friends.

🎢 Thrill-seeking fun

Galaxy Fun Park, 14460 Falls of Neuse Rd., Raleigh | Pricing varies per attraction
Treat the family to a thrilling day of trampolines, ropes courses, and go-karts. Kids will remember owning you at laser tag.

Adventure Landing, 3311 Capital Blvd., Raleigh | Pricing varies per attraction
Laser tag, batting cages, and mini-golf are on the fun agenda here. Kids will remember eating your dust while go-karting.

Boxcar

Find adventure inside + see what high scores you can break at Boxcar Bar and Arcade. | Photo by RALtoday

🎳 Indoor adventures

Boxcar Bar + Arcade, 330 W. Davie St., Raleigh | 1-4 tokens per game, 4 tokens per dollar
Play classic and modern games like pinball and air hockey with kids allowed before 8 p.m. on weekdays and 7 p.m. on weekends. Kids will remember falling in love with the classics.

ParTee Shack, 5300 Fayetteville Rd., Raleigh | $8+
Choose from three mini-golf courses or take a swing at virtual golf and multi-sport simulators. Kids will remember playing zombie dodgeball.
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Wednesday, Feb. 15
  • Dix Park Project Summit | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Dorothea Dix Park, The Chapel, 1030 Richardson Dr., Raleigh | Free | Learn about projects and ongoing studies supporting the transformation of the park.
Thursday, Feb. 16
  • Lunchtime Trivia | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 12:15-12:45 p.m. | Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh | Free | Quench your mid-day thirst for knowledge with a bite-sized trivia game and a chance to win prizes.
  • Artspace Unplugged | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 7-9:15 p.m. | Artspace, 201 E. Davie St., Raleigh | $15-$20 | Art and music collide with a live performance by Kamara Thomas.
Friday, Feb. 17
  • Coastal Love for Carolina Seafood | Friday, Feb. 17 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Current Wellness, 219 S. East St., Raleigh | $75-$140 | Eric Montagne of Locals Seafood will lead this cooking class featuring sustainable seafood and tips for roasting oysters.
Saturday, Feb. 18
  • Sugar On Top Comedy Show | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 7-9 p.m. | Anisette Sweet Shop, 209 Bickett Blvd., Raleigh | Free | This monthly comedy show features some of the Triangle’s best comedians.
  • NHL Stadium Series | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 8 p.m. | Carter-Finley Stadium, 4700 Trinity Rd., Raleigh | $200-$590+ | Cheer on the Carolina Hurricanes as they take on the Washington Capitals during this outdoor hockey game.
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  • Art in Bloom, presented by PNC Bank | Wednesday, March 15-Sunday, March 19 | Times vary | The North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh | $30-$33 | Don’t miss the North Carolina Museum of Art’s annual fundraiser floral event, presented by PNC Bank, which features 30+ imaginative floral arrangements, special events, and so much more.*
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Get loud at the Canes Fan Fest 🏒

Get loud at the Carolina Hurricanes Fan Fest
Fans at a Carolina Hurricanes game.
Are you this big of a Canes fan? | Photo by Jaylynn Nash via Carolina Hurricanes
The 2023 Stadium Series — an outdoor hockey game between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Washington Capitals at Carter-Finley Stadium — is on Saturday, Feb. 18. Don’t stop reading if you’re not going. Free festivities begin the day before, whether or not you’ve secured tickets to the game.

This Friday, Feb. 17, the Carolina Hurricanes Fan Fest will take over downtown Raleigh to celebrate the Canes’ 25 years in NC. Fayetteville Street will be packed with activities and entertainment from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Throughout the day, there will be live music on two stages, live art, and drone light shows. More than 30 Triangle food trucks and 50+ vendors will line the streets, with plenty of craft beer to go around. There will even be a wing eating contest — sign up here.

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