On January 4, 2026, the town of Selma is celebrating Three Kings Day with a free event for the whole community. Selma Three Kings Fiesta Selma Three Kings Day CelebrationSunday, January 4, 20262 to 5 p.m.Downtown Selma105 Raiford Street, Selma, NCFree Celebrate Three Kings Day in downtown Selma. A skit in both English and Spanish explaining Three Kings Day will be performed. The … [Read more...] about Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
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Emancipation Day: Breakfast and Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum January 3
Emancipation Day, a long-standing North Carolina Tradition, is a commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Traditionally this was celebrated on January 1st, and included a parade and program, followed by singing, poetry reading, and speeches by both black and white leaders. The City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Emancipation Day … [Read more...] about Emancipation Day: Breakfast and Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum January 3
Taste of Soul in Durham May 23
The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and bounce houses Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on May 23, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Durham … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Durham May 23
40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 40th Kwanzaa Fest on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 12 to 5:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 12 p.m. and performances will start at 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy performances, a marketplace, art, a drum circle, dance, music, poetry, food and more. In memory of Baba Chuck Davis, … [Read more...] about 40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
WRAL’s First Night Raleigh — all the details!
WRAL's First Night Raleigh returns for New Year's Eve 2025, offering a fun, jam-packed way to welcome 2026. Head to Downtown Raleigh on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, for an exciting, low-cost New Year's Eve celebration. The festivities include the Children's Celebration, which starts at 2 p.m., outdoor musical performances at City Plaza in the afternoon, an early New Year's Eve countdown and … [Read more...] about WRAL’s First Night Raleigh — all the details!
NYE Bash at The Baxter: Stranger Things Finale and Dance Party
The Baxter, the arcade bar at 108 N Graham Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting New Year's Eve party on December 31, 2025. This event was announced on Facebook. Admission is free. The event is open to ages 18+ with ID. The event will include free popcorn (and maybe pizza!) The schedule: … [Read more...] about NYE Bash at The Baxter: Stranger Things Finale and Dance Party
Fuss-Free NYE Party at Boxcar Bar + Arcade Raleigh
Boxcar Bar + Arcade, 330 W Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Fuss-Free New Year's Eve party for those who don't want to spend a ton of money. There's no cover, no tickets, no dress code. Just show up ready to welcome 2026! The party takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Free to attend. The party features: … [Read more...] about Fuss-Free NYE Party at Boxcar Bar + Arcade Raleigh
Braswell Family Farms New Year’s Eve Egg Drop in Nashville, NC
Looking for an early, low-cost New Year's Eve celebration with the family? If you're willing to drive just a bit east, here's one for you! The 3rd Annual Braswell Family Farms New Year's Eve Egg Drop takes place Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Nashville Junction, 723 S Barnes Street, Nashville, North Carolina. This is 45 miles to the northeast of Raleigh, and 23 miles from … [Read more...] about Braswell Family Farms New Year’s Eve Egg Drop in Nashville, NC
New Year’s Eve Bash at Aviator Hangar Bar, including all-night snack buffet
Aviator Hangar Bar, 688 Brewing Drive, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, is hosting a New Year's Eve Bash on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Admission is $18. Purchase tickets here. The event features live music, food, drinks and more: … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Bash at Aviator Hangar Bar, including all-night snack buffet
The Pinhook hosts Overly Loaded, a New Year’s Eve Celebration
The Pinhook, at 117 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Overly Loaded, a New Year's Eve Celebration, on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, starting at 10 p.m. Age 21+. Tickets are $15 at the door. Sound Curators: … [Read more...] about The Pinhook hosts Overly Loaded, a New Year’s Eve Celebration
