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Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP

Research Triangle Park is hosting the 3rd Annual Party in the Park: A Celebration of Juneteenth, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. It will take place at The Hub RTP, 3150 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This free event includes: The first 50 guests will get a free icee. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and a swimsuit or splash-friendly clothing. The rain date is June 20, … [Read more...] about Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP

Gig in the Park: Free Concert Series at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park

Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, at 301 Goldsboro Street S, Wilson, NC, is hosting Gig in the Park, a free concert series. It takes place every other Thursday from April 24 to June 19, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. The band lineup was announced on Facebook. Bring a chair or blanket. There will be food trucks, along with beer and wine. No outside beverages or coolers. Proceeds from the beverage … [Read more...] about Gig in the Park: Free Concert Series at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park

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Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell

Wendell's Meet on Main Concert Series includes live music, a kids' zone, food truck rodeo and beer and wine for purchase. The concerts take place in Downtown Wendell on four Fridays, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., and are free to attend. Meet on Main 2025 Schedule … [Read more...] about Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell

$15 off tickets to NC Hops Festival June 14

NC Hops Festival is an afternoon of NC craft beverages, local vendors, food trucks and live music. It takes place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Midtown at North Hills, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Read on for a way to save. A GA tasting ticket is for a session is $51.75, including fees, if you purchase in advance. It's $57.15 the day of … [Read more...] about $15 off tickets to NC Hops Festival June 14

Funkytown Festival in Franklinton June 14

The Town of Franklinton is hosting the Funkytown Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., on Main Street in Downtown Franklinton. Franklinton is about 26 miles to the northeast of Raleigh. It's close to Wake Forest. Funkytown Festival is a 70s and 80s themed festival, and is free to attend. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Funkytown Festival in Franklinton June 14

Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 14

The Annual Triangle Community Band Festival will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Multiple food trucks will be on site. Admission is free. The concert will feature five regional community bands:  Food vendors: Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. All bands will play an encore together. … [Read more...] about Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 14

Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events

The Towns of Chapel Hill and Carrboro are joining together, along with Orgullo Latinx, to celebrate Small Town Pride during June, which is Pride Month. During this time, there will be several events to celebrate and embrace diversity. Chapel Hill Pride! PromenadeSaturday, June 7, 202512 to 3 p.m. Wear your colors. Wave your flag. Walk with Pride. This celebratory march starts at Peace & … [Read more...] about Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events

Apex Pride Festival June 14

Apex Pride is presenting the Apex Pride Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free festival is to honor and celebrate the LGTQ+ community members and loved ones.  The festival includes: Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Apex Pride Festival June 14

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