Presentation meetings are given by RAC members and guests, including professional astronomers and astrophotographers. The Raleigh Astronomy Club participates in special annual events such as the Messier Marathon and Astronomy Day. In addition, the Club organizes camping trips to observe in remote dark sky locations. Local trips are scheduled to observe meteor showers, eclipses and occultations. The Club gives educational programs for school groups through the Wake County Scientist-Teacher Partnership.
Members provide their telescopes and astrophotos in programs for all ages.
In addition, the Club schedules observing sessions for the general public several times each year. Club members provide their telescopes and expertise in showing the sun, moon, planets and deep-sky objects. Club members have many levels of interest and expertise. Some have years of experience in astronomy and some are beginners. All age groups are represented as well.