Book Harvest is hosting a Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Book Harvest Family Space, 2501 University Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration with Book Harvest Sept. 20: story times, cultural activities and free books to take home!
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Raleigh Fringe Festival July 10-13, including many free or “pay what you can” performances
Raleigh Fringe Festival is "an alternative arts festival for the weird & wonderful." It takes place July 10 to 13, 2025, at Theatre Raleigh Arts Center, 6638 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. The festival features visual art, theatre, comedy, music, puppetry, film, storytelling and more. All-access passes are available, as are tickets for single performances. The festival … [Read more...] about Raleigh Fringe Festival July 10-13, including many free or “pay what you can” performances
Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration at Latta University Historic Park
The inaugural Juneteenth celebration at Latta University Historic Park, 1001 Parker Street, Raleigh, NC, will take place Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free event for all ages. Enjoy a celebratory Juneteenth festival with live storytelling, musical performances, food trucks, and crafts for kids in a historic park honoring African American freedom and … [Read more...] about Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration at Latta University Historic Park
Local Author Meet & Greet at Barnes & Noble Triangle Town Center June 21
Barnes & Noble at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Unit 2107, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Local Author Meet & Greet on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. Authors from several different genres, for children and adults, will be there, ready to talk about their books and sign copies for you. … [Read more...] about Local Author Meet & Greet at Barnes & Noble Triangle Town Center June 21
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…
Race Amity Day June 7: music, storytelling, children’s activities, more…
Partners in Racial Justice are hosting Race Amity Day on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 1 to 7 p.m., at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 U.S. Hwy 64 West Business, Pittsboro, North Carolina. This free, family-friendly event promises a vibrant afternoon filled with art, music, song, poetry, theater, storytelling, children’s activities, and more. The theme is "One Human … [Read more...] about Race Amity Day June 7: music, storytelling, children’s activities, more…
Bimbé Week: Cypher at the Bull May 15
Leading up to the 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival, celebrate Cypher at the Bull on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m., at CCB Plaza, 201 N Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event for all ages. Vibes are curated by Blackspace. … [Read more...] about Bimbé Week: Cypher at the Bull May 15
Carrboro Day May 4: music, poetry, crafts, more…
Carrboro Day takes place on the first Sunday of May every year. It's back for 2025, on Sunday, May 4, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro. This free event is about meeting neighbors, learning about the Town and celebrating Carrboro. It features live music, poetry, art, history, kids' activities, a walking tour and more. Follow the Town of Carrboro Facebook page … [Read more...] about Carrboro Day May 4: music, poetry, crafts, more…
Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 3
Free Comic Book Day is back on Saturday, May 3, 2025! 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 stores in the Triangle area that are participating in Free Comic Book Day. For questions about what they'll have going on, or their hours, please contact the store … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 3
Independent Bookstore Day Celebration and McIntyre’s Books’ 36th Birthday April 26
McIntyre's Books, at 220 Market Street, Fearrington Village, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is an independent bookstore in Chatham County that has been encouraging readers and hosting authors for many years. It's also, of course, a great place to shop for books. The bookstore hosts many events, which you can find on their calendar. Here's one: Independent Bookstore Day and McIntyre's 36th … [Read more...] about Independent Bookstore Day Celebration and McIntyre’s Books’ 36th Birthday April 26
