Families looking for things to do in Raleigh this weekend can enjoy hands-on creativity and fire prevention education at the Fire Prevention Week: Lowe’s Community Event and Workshop on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lowe’s Home Improvement on Grove Barton Road, the community event includes a children’s building workshop, a bounce house, a fire truck and goodie bags.

Build and Decorate a Firefighting Plane

The Firefighting Plane workshop, sponsored by First Alert, invites kids to build and decorate a rescue plane ready for imaginary missions.

The project encourages bravery, creativity and hands-on learning, giving children a fun way to explore a firefighting theme while making something of their own.

Learn About Fire Prevention

Visitors can also learn about fire prevention during the event. Alongside the workshop, families can enjoy:

• A bounce house.
• A fire truck.
• Goodie bags.

The combination of creative play and fire prevention education offers families an engaging Saturday outing in Raleigh.

Event Details

Event: Fire Prevention Week: Lowe’s Community Event and Workshop
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Lowe’s Home Improvement
Address: 4831 Grove Barton Road, Raleigh, NC 27612

Admission, registration requirements, age recommendations and workshop supply availability were not included in the announcement. Confirm those details with the store or event organizers before attending.

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