Children's Art Classes offers weekly art classes for kids and teens ages 3-18, starting in September and running through May. Our brand new bright studio on Capital Blvd is ready to host your child and let them explore drawing, painting, clay and much more. Classes meet once a week and are grouped by age. Small class sizes, all supplies included.

The Music Festival will take over Fayetteville Street, including the museum! We will be hosting interviews and book events on Friday, Oct. 2, and Saturday, Oct. 3. We hope to see you there! Saturday, Oct. 3 - Book Events David Menconi “Step It Up and Go”, 2 - 2:30 p.m. Alice Gerrard “Custom Made Woman”, 2:30 – 3 p.m. Phil Jamison “Hoedowns, Reels & Frolics”, 3 - 3:30 p.m. Eddie Huffman “Doc Watson: A Life in Music”, 3:30 - 4 p.m.

All aboard for a rockin’ good time! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favorite #1 blue engine, is coming to town. Day Out With Thomas™ will be stopping at the North Carolina Transportation Museum with a celebration of music on September 25-27 and October 2-4, 2026. Day Out With Thomas™ is a fun-filled family event that takes place at Heritage Railways across the world. Each ticket includes a train ride with a life-sized Thomas the Tank Engine as well as access to a full day of activities for all to enjoy. Optional rides with Percy are also available for an additional cost (the N.C. Transportation Museum is the only venue in North Carolina featuring train rides with Percy).

Walk, run, or roll with Kids Together and KATAL the KT Dragon mascot at the 2026 Walk, Run & Roll for Inclusive Play! Games, snacks, vendor booths, entertainment, and raffles, too, as we celebrate every child’s right to be included in play! Costumes encouraged! Proceeds go toward future improvements at Kids Together Playground.