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
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Capital City Juneteenth Celebration at Dix Park June 20
Juneteenth celebrates the abolition of slavery in the United States, as well as the rich and vibrant African-American culture. The Capital City Juneteenth Celebration takes place at Dix Park's Harvey Hill, 693 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 2 to 6:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy entertainment, kids activities, vendors and food at this … [Read more...] about Capital City Juneteenth Celebration at Dix Park June 20
Mystic Father’s Day Picnic and Tournament of Dads June 20
Mystic Farm & Distillery is set on a 22-acre farm at 1413 Stallings Road, Durham, NC, just minutes from Downtown Durham and North Raleigh. It's a home-grown operation: they grow their own wheat and corn to distill and barrel in their 3000 square foot distillery. They've got bee hives on the farm producing honey. You can find Mystic's upcoming events by following their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Mystic Father’s Day Picnic and Tournament of Dads June 20
Juneteenth in the Peak in Apex June 20
Juneteenth in the Peak is a free festival that celebrates Juneteenth and community. It takes place Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 1 to 8 p.m., at the Apex Town Hall Complex, 73 Hunters Street, Apex, North North Carolina. The festival features live performances, a kids' zone, history exhibits, family activities, food trucks vendors and more. There will also be FREE haircuts and a FREE mobile … [Read more...] about Juneteenth in the Peak in Apex June 20
Juneteenth Celebration at RTP
Research Triangle Park is hosting its annual Juneteenth celebration on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. It will take place at The Hub RTP, 3151 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This free, multi-generational event includes: Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and a swimsuit or splash-friendly clothing. The rain date is June 26, 2026. … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration at RTP
Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
George H. White Bar Association, NC Association of Public Defenders and NC Central University-The Justice Institute are planning an event to commemorate Juneteenth. Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts takes place Friday, June 19, 2026, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., at NCCU Student Center, 500 Nelson Street, Durham, NC. The event is free and open to all. Join to celebrate this year's theme: From … [Read more...] about Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
Juneteenth Celebrations at Chavis Park June 19
The City of Raleigh is hosting Juneteenth events at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Raleigh. These free events celebrate and honor African American culture through history, entertainment, dancing and more. Day PartyFriday, June 19, 202610 a.m. to 4 p.m.Free Splash into excitement with waterslides and water games, get creative with art on canvas and hands-on … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebrations at Chavis Park June 19
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
Juneteenth Film Screening at the Nasher Museum of Art June 18
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is hosting a Juneteenth Film Screening on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event, but registration is required. The Nasher will show the film BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions. Adapted from Kahlil Joseph’s renowned video art installation, BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions is a distinctive cinematic experience that mirrors the sonic … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Film Screening at the Nasher Museum of Art June 18
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is making movie-going more affordable with "Terrific Tuesdays." Every Tuesday, all year, every ticket is $6.25. Including taxes and fees, the total price is just $7.75 per ticket. In addition, there are concession specials on Tuesdays. … [Read more...] about The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25
