The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 39th Kwanzaa Fest on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Durham Armory, 220 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 12 p.m. and performances start at 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy performances, a marketplace, art, food and more. Performers Donated canned foods and toiletry items will be donated to … [Read more...] about 39th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
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Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
The Ujima Group, Inc. in partnership with the Town of Cary, will host its 29th annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Sunday, December 29, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at the Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary. It's free to attend. Cary Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. Enjoy demonstrations, performances, art activities, food … [Read more...] about Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
8th Annual Chocolatada de Luisito: Dec. 15 Free books, chocolate more!
Artist Studio Project, The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, El Centro Hispano,and The Dominican Association of NC invite you to join them at the 8th Annual La Chocolatada de Luisito. It takes place Sunday, December 15, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m. at The City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St., Raleigh North Carolina. This is a free, bilingual, family, holiday storytime event. It … [Read more...] about 8th Annual Chocolatada de Luisito: Dec. 15 Free books, chocolate more!
Lunar New Year Activities with Durham County Library
Durham County Library has several events planned for the Lunar New Year. They require registration, and space is limited, so please follow the links and register as soon as possible. These are free events. Snake Zodiac Crafts for KidsTuesday, January 28, 20254:30 to 5 p.m.South Regional4505 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NCFreeKids It's the Year of the Snake! In honor of Chinese New Year, we … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Activities with Durham County Library
Venezuelan Christmas Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 1
Enjoy the Christmas Venezuelan Market at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event that includes: This event is organized by Venezuelan Cultural Association of North Carolina. Look for updates on the organization's Facebook page. … [Read more...] about Venezuelan Christmas Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 1
29th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 23 (held at NC Museum of Natural Science)
North Carolina Museum of History's popular American Indian Heritage Celebration returns on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due to the renovations at the museum, it will take place at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event that will take place inside and outside of the museum. This festival is an annual … [Read more...] about 29th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 23 (held at NC Museum of Natural Science)
Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 2
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will host its first Diwali Festival on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The festival is free and open to everyone. Diwali is known as the "Festival of Lights," and it celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 2
Taste of China: Chinese Food & Culture Festival in Cary Nov 2
Taste of China: Chinese Cuisine & Culture Festival is one of many fall festivals in the Triangle. It takes place Saturday, November 2, 2024, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 310 S Academy Street in Cary, between Dry Avenue and Waldo Street. Admission is free. Just pay for your food and drink. The festival typically includes: … [Read more...] about Taste of China: Chinese Food & Culture Festival in Cary Nov 2
Día de Oakwood: Closing ceremony and Catrina Parade Nov. 2
Día de Oakwood was born as a collaboration between the organizers of the Day of the Dead 5k. The installation consists of 7 large scale ofrendas at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. The work celebrates all the traditional aspects of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). Three family-friendly events will be held on October 26, October 27, and November 2, … [Read more...] about Día de Oakwood: Closing ceremony and Catrina Parade Nov. 2
Day of the Dead Celebration in Angier
The Town of Angier is presenting a two-day Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration on November 1 and 2, 2024. The celebration takes place at Angier Depot, 19 W Depot Street, Angier, North Carolina. This is a free event. The celebration will include a Family Heritage Center featuring genealogical research stations and workshops. Bring your family's history to life while honoring loved … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Celebration in Angier
