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Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center — Triangle Jazz Orchestra on June 11

Pullen Dance hosts ballroom dancing socials on most Wednesday nights at Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Read on about a special event and the weekly events. Triangle Jazz Orchestra Triangle Jazz Orchestra, a 20-member orchestra with singer Greg Hohn will be playing at Pullen Dance on June 11, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $10. Pullen Dance's … [Read more...] about Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center — Triangle Jazz Orchestra on June 11

Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park

Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Free to participate. If you have drums, shakers, etc., please bring them, but there might be a few available to borrow. The event is held every Wednesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Pullen Park in Raleigh. In colder months it will take place at … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park

Grand Opening of Gipson Play Plaza June 6-8 — music, dance, art, more…

Very soon -- spring of 2025 -- kids and playful adults in Raleigh will have a brand new place to play at Dix Park. Gipson Play Plaza features 18.5 acres of playgrounds, gathering spaces, gardens, art and skyline views. One unique thing about Gipson Play Plaza is that it includes elements that can be used by people of all ages. In fact, it will be the largest adventure playground in the … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Gipson Play Plaza June 6-8 — music, dance, art, more…

Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7

Great news for the Triangle! Raleigh's International Food Festival is returning! It will take place Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 420 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. This very popular festival will feature a wide variety of international food, international beer and wine, international performers and more. Over 50 countries will be represented and there will be … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7

Pittsboro Pride Festival June 6-7

Pittsboro Pride Festival takes place Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7, 2025, at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. The Friday event, a drag show and dance party, is for ages 13+. The Saturday event is a free, family-friendly event that features fun, food, music, vendors and more. It ends with the Pride Parade. Both events are free to attend. Friday, June 6 Grab … [Read more...] about Pittsboro Pride Festival June 6-7

Raleigh Greek Festival May 30 to June 1

The Raleigh Greek Festival will take place May 30 to June 1, 2025, at NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Hours of Raleigh Greek Festival: Admission is $5.50 and free for kids under age 13. A portion of all proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon. Enjoy: A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Greek Festival May 30 to June 1

3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31

The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration, with Artist Studio Project, are presenting the 3rd Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages, including the young … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31

Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk May 30

The last Friday of every month, from February to November, 2025, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Starting in March, Hillsborough Arts Council will present special programming each month. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be live … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk May 30

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