Looking for something engaging to do this weekend in Raleigh? The City has you covered with exciting, educational, and family-friendly events happening this Saturday—plus a look ahead at what’s coming next week.

Saturday in Raleigh: Family Fun & Environmental Awareness

Family Fun Day – Trees

11 a.m. • Saturday

Hosted by Parks, Recreation, and Athletics

Celebrate Raleigh’s natural beauty with a fun-filled event focused on trees! Perfect for families, this activity encourages kids (and adults!) to explore the vital role trees play in our city. Expect crafts, interactive learning, and lots of green inspiration.

Stream Monitoring Workshop

1 p.m. • Saturday

Brought to you by the Environment and Sustainability team

Get your hands wet and make a difference! This hands-on workshop teaches citizens how to monitor local streams for health and sustainability. Learn about water quality, ecosystems, and how you can be a steward of Raleigh’s waterways.

Coming Up: Monday, May 12 Events

While the Board of Adjustment meeting is canceled, there are still some interesting city meetings and creative workshops on the schedule:

Greenway Committee

4 p.m. • Monday

Want a say in Raleigh’s trails and green spaces? This committee meeting is the place to hear updates and join the conversation on how our city grows greener.

Sertoma Public Art – Scratch Block Workshop 1

5:30 p.m. • Monday

Parks, Recreation, and Athletics invites you to tap into your creative side! This hands-on public art event lets participants create unique cast metal artwork using scratch blocks. It’s a fantastic way to contribute to Raleigh’s vibrant public art scene.

Stay Connected

Don’t miss a beat with what’s happening in Raleigh. For a full calendar of events, updates, and ways to get involved with your city government, follow DoRaleigh.com.

Make your weekend count—get out, get involved, and enjoy the City of Oaks!