Join local educator, author, illustrator, and poet JON|O for the celebration of his new children's book, POP: Jazzy's Dreamy Bubbles. The book launch event takes place at Letters Community Bookshop, 1001 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy a live reading of the book, fun activities and more. After Jazzy is … [Read more...] about Book Launch Party: POP: Jazzy’s Dreamy Bubbles
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Third Friday in Downtown Durham June 19 includes Pierce Freelon’s Family Fest at CCB Plaza
On June 19, 2026, Start Third Friday Durham out at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festivities start with the raising of the Juneteenth flag with Spectacular Magazine at 5:30 p.m. Then Pierce Freelon and friends will present Family Fest from 6 to 9 p.m. This special event features performances, music, puppets, crafts, and a hands-on beat making lab for kids and … [Read more...] about Third Friday in Downtown Durham June 19 includes Pierce Freelon’s Family Fest at CCB Plaza
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
Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival May 23
Chapel Hill - Carrboro Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is presenting the Orange - Chatham African American Cultural Festival. This event will take place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Lincoln Center, 750 S. Merritt Mill Road, Chapel Hill, NC. This is a free, family-centered event that highlights and celebrates African American art, culture and … [Read more...] about Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival May 23
Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro May 17
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 has been rescheduled and is taking place Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at Weaver Street Market Carrboro Lawn, 101 E Weaver Street, Carrboro, North … [Read more...] about Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro May 17
“The Broadside” Presents: An Evening of Asian American Storytelling May 13
Join WUNC’s narrative journalism show “The Broadside” for a special live storytelling event exploring the unsung history and present-day experiences of Asian Americans in North Carolina. The Broadside Present: An Evening of Asian American Storytelling on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m., at The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina. Tickets are $7.51. Hosted by … [Read more...] about “The Broadside” Presents: An Evening of Asian American Storytelling May 13
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Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 2
Free Comic Book Day is back on Saturday, May 2, 2026! On Free Comic Book Day, participating stores give away free comic books to guests, and some have additional activities, like signings from artists, and more. Below is a list of some stores in (and near) the Triangle area that are participating in Free Comic Book Day. For questions about what they'll have going on, or their hours, please … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 2
Garner Juneteenth Celebration June 20
The Town of Garner is presenting the Garner Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, NC. Admission is free. This year’s theme focuses on telling the story and recognizing the importance of Black landowners in Garner. Through powerful storytelling, the program will feature local choirs, dance … [Read more...] about Garner Juneteenth Celebration June 20
Rhiannon Giddens’ Biscuits & Banjos Presents: A Day of Free Programming on Apr. 26
Rhiannon Giddens' Biscuits & Banjos presents a day of free programming at The Fruit, 305 S Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The programming is for the first anniversary of the sold-out Biscuits & Banjos festival that took place in Durham. The day of programming reflects the spirit at the heart of Biscuits & Banjos, celebrating music, memory, … [Read more...] about Rhiannon Giddens’ Biscuits & Banjos Presents: A Day of Free Programming on Apr. 26
