Raleigh’s weekend calendar is full of creative workshops, outdoor volunteer opportunities, and community-centered programs hosted by City of Raleigh departments. Whether you’re looking to explore public art, support environmental stewardship, or enjoy a themed family-friendly experience, this Government Events Weekend Edition highlights the best happening across the city.
Below is your complete guide for Friday and Saturday in November 2025 — curated to help residents stay engaged, informed, and involved.
Friday, November 2025
Poetry in the Wetlands: Writing for Future Public Art
📅 Friday • 10:00 a.m.
🎨 Parks, Recreation, and Athletics — Arts & Entertainment
Join local writers, artists, and community members for a creative morning inspired by nature and future public art installations. This guided poetry workshop takes place within Raleigh’s wetlands and is designed to connect participants to both the environment and the city’s public art process.
Perfect for writers, artists, students, and anyone who appreciates the outdoors.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Magic & Mischief: A Wizard’s Market
📅 Saturday • 10:00 a.m.
🎪 Parks, Recreation, and Athletics
Step into a world of magic! This family-friendly wizard market features themed crafts, vendors, costumed characters, and hands-on activities for all ages. A great weekend event for lovers of fantasy, creativity, and community fun.
**Celebrate Our Reopening with The Doctor Is In!
📅 Saturday • 10:00 a.m.
🏥 Parks, Recreation, and Athletics
Celebrate a community reopening with special programming themed around “The Doctor Is In!” Expect demonstrations, family-friendly educational activities, and opportunities to explore updated facilities.
Stream Cleanup at Southgate Park
📅 Saturday • 10:30 a.m.
🌿 Environment and Sustainability
Help protect Raleigh’s waterways by volunteering at the Southgate Park Stream Cleanup. Volunteers will remove litter, learn about local ecosystems, and support the city’s sustainability efforts. This is a great way for individuals, families, schools, and service groups to get involved.
Stay Connected
Raleigh’s weekend government events offer countless ways to participate, volunteer, and learn.
For more updates, upcoming meetings, or additional citywide programs, follow the City of Raleigh and check back on DoRaleigh.com for daily event guides.
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