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…
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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
Wilson Pride Block Party June 7
The Wilson Pride Block Party takes place in Downtown Wilson on Saturday, June 7, 2025, all day, starting at 9 a.m. Please visit WilsonPrideNC.com for a complete schedule and details. Some highlights: … [Read more...] about Wilson Pride Block Party 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
Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by The Lost Nomads and live bellydance performances by local bellydance students and performers. The next Beer and Bellydance takes place at Fortnight Brewery, 1006 SW Maynard Road, Cary, NC, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, from 8 to 10 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by the Lost Nomads and bellydance performances by local … [Read more...] about Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Common Roots Fest: Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival May 17
The 2nd annual Common Roots: Festival for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month takes place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Durham Historic Athletic Park, 500 W Corporation Street, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. Enjoy a vendor market, art from Asian artists, performances, food and more. The theme, Common Roots, calls to mind the unique journeys and … [Read more...] about Common Roots Fest: Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival May 17
Five Points Spring Fling May 16
The Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its Spring Fling on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This free, family-friendly event celebrates community, creativity, and connection. Kids 12 and under get free pizza from Timber Pizza. Additional food will be available for purchase from Party in a Pita, Lee's Kitchen and Jones … [Read more...] about Five Points Spring Fling May 16
Durham Ballet Theatre: Free sensory-friendly performance of Cinderella May 16 (registration required)
Durham Ballet Theatre is performing Cinderella -- A Storybook Ballet on May 17, 2025, at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., at Carolina Theatre of Durham, 309 W Morgan Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets cost: Purchase tickets here. In addition, Durham Ballet Theatre is presenting a sensory-friendly performance on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Admission is FREE, but registration is required and … [Read more...] about Durham Ballet Theatre: Free sensory-friendly performance of Cinderella May 16 (registration required)
