Wake Forest Gears Up for a Busy November

As fall settles over Wake Forest and the trees in Stonegate shed their final leaves, the community is looking ahead to a full slate of local events, cultural activities, and development updates this November.

Gobbler’s Run Returns Thanksgiving Morning

One of Wake Forest’s most popular traditions, the Gobbler’s Run 5K, will once again take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27. The race begins and ends at the Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club, with roads throughout Downtown Wake Forest and North Main Street closed between 5:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

Residents are encouraged to arrive early to avoid detours and cheer on runners supporting local nonprofits. For full details or to sign up, visit the official website https://www.gobblersrun.com

Library Programs Foster Community Connection

The Wake Forest Public Library will host a series of free programs this month, designed to bring neighbors together and celebrate creativity. Highlights include “Fall in Love with Words,” an open-mic storytelling event, and a Teen Takeover evening for local students. The library will also offer a hands-on workshop on social media strategy for nonprofits.

More event details can be found through The Wake Forest Gazette at wakeforestgazette.com.

Renaissance Centre Welcomes The Malpass Brothers

Live entertainment continues at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre with a special appearance by the Malpass Brothers on Friday, November 21, featuring both matinee and evening performances. The traditional country duo’s appearance marks one of the final events in the Centre’s 2025 calendar before holiday programming begins.

Tickets and a full event schedule are available at wakeforestrencen.org.

Long-Term Vision: Proposed Wake Forest Train Station

Looking further ahead, plans for a Wake Forest passenger rail station continue to progress as part of the S-Line Corridor Project. The proposed station would reconnect Wake Forest to Amtrak’s regional network, offering new commuter options for Triangle residents. Construction is still several years away, with the project’s completion tentatively targeted for around 2030.

Background and project details are available via https://www.wakeforestnc.gov/planning/long-range-planning/transportation-planning/s-line-project

What It Means for Stonegate Residents

For Stonegate homeowners, November brings plenty of opportunities to enjoy local life: a beloved Thanksgiving run, free cultural events, and the promise of future transit expansion. Together, they highlight what makes Wake Forest special — a town that balances small-community warmth with continued growth and innovation.