Black Genius Fest: Architects of the Dream takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Black Wall Street, West Parrish Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free, family-friendly celebration marking the 100th anniversary of Black History Month. Please register here. Durham's historic Parrish Street will more than 18 interactive exhibitions showcasing creativity, … [Read more...] about Black Genius Fest at Black Wall Street in Durham Feb. 28
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4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
4th Annual International Children’s Day and Luisito's Bilingual Book Fair will take place Saturday, May 30, 2026, 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. It features performances, authors, and family activities. Featured Performances: Featured … [Read more...] about 4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
Dr. M.T. Pope House Presents: Evelyn’s Book Club, starting Feb. 25
Dr. M.T. Pope House Presents: Evelyn's Book Club. This program honors Evelyn Pope by reading books. This event takes place at Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Please keep reading for the dates and the books. It's free to participate, but please register here. Ages 18+. Evelyn, a college librarian born in 1908 and died in 1995, loved a variety of books from … [Read more...] about Dr. M.T. Pope House Presents: Evelyn’s Book Club, starting Feb. 25
Indivisible – A One-Man Performance by Dr. Sonny Kelly at UNC’s Friday Center Feb. 22
Indivisible – A One-Man Performance by Dr. Sonny Kelly is a FREE event on Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m., at William and Ida Friday Center, 100 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This event is in honor of Black History Month and is suggested for ages 10+. It's free, but registration is required. In this compelling and interactive Black History Month presentation, … [Read more...] about Indivisible – A One-Man Performance by Dr. Sonny Kelly at UNC’s Friday Center Feb. 22
Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro
In celebration of Black History Month, Weaver Street Market is collaborating with the Marian Cheek Jackson Center for the 3rd year to share the stories of Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s Black history. Living History From the Rock Wall takes place Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at Weaver Street Market Carrboro Lawn, 101 E Weaver Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This is a free … [Read more...] about Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro
International Women’s Day Event: Author Talk and Resource Fair in Durham
Sister Cities of Durham and partners are presenting Four Mothers: A Global Perspective on Parenting & Support on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., at Durham County Main Library Auditorium, 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event but registration is recommended, at the above link. Experience an afternoon of global insight and local … [Read more...] about International Women’s Day Event: Author Talk and Resource Fair in Durham
Black History Month Celebration with Book Harvest Feb. 21 — free books!
Book Harvest is hosting a Black History Month Celebration on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Book Harvest's Family Space, 2501 University Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This FREE event will feature: … [Read more...] about Black History Month Celebration with Book Harvest Feb. 21 — free books!
Grown Up Book Fair at Hugger Mugger Brewing Co. in Sanford March 7
Hugger Mugger Brewing Co., 229 Wicker Street, Sanford, North Carolina, is hosting a Grown Up Book Fair on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. Grownup book readers rejoice - finally, a book festival for you! Join three book sellers and some crafty bookish vendors for an afternoon of: Grab your favorite book worm for an afternoon of literary fun! … [Read more...] about Grown Up Book Fair at Hugger Mugger Brewing Co. in Sanford March 7
Wake Forest Comic-Con March 21 (free event)
Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is partnering with Play4Life Comics to present this event. Admission is FREE. The event features a dynamic showcase of: Wake Forest Comic-Con is family … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con March 21 (free event)
The Lover and the Sword: A Poetry Showdown and Open Mic on Feb. 14
The Lover and the Sword, led by poets Travis Kyng and Antino Art, is a Valentine's Day poetry night. It takes place Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Raleigh Mutual Aid Hub, 415 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Doors at 6:30 p.m. and poetry at 7 p.m. Admission is $10. All proceeds go to supporting this community of artists. Travis Kyng and Antino Art do not have the privilege of … [Read more...] about The Lover and the Sword: A Poetry Showdown and Open Mic on Feb. 14
