UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to the extreme heat. The Raleigh Market, at 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, is hosting a Patriotic Pet Parade on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 11 a.m. It's free to enter, and prizes will be awarded, including a $100 grand prize. Advance registration is required. Dress your pet (and yourself) in patriotic gear and compete for: The Raleigh Market is … [Read more...] about Canceled: Patriotic Pet Parade at The Raleigh Market June 29
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Juneteenth at the Nasher Museum of Art June 20
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is celebrating Juneteenth on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free celebration. Enjoy spoken word artists, a poetry writing workshop, interactive art experiences and more. There will be a cash bar. The Nasher is at 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Parking is free. The museum is closed on Wednesday, June 19, for … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at the Nasher Museum of Art June 20
Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
The North Carolina Public Defender's Association and the NCCU School of Law Social Justice and Racial Equity Institute are planning an event to commemorate Juneteenth. Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts takes place Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., at NCCU New Student Center, 500 Nelson Street, Durham, NC. The event is free and open to all. RSVP here. Guest … [Read more...] about Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP
Research Triangle Park is hosting Party in the Park: A Celebration of Juneteenth, on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 12 to 2 p.m. It will take place at The Hub RTP Experience Center (XPC), 300 Park Offices Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC. At this free outdoor event, there will be a live DJ, food trucks, and giant lawn games. The first 150 guests will receive a free RTP picnic blanket and … [Read more...] about Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP
Get paid for watching a new movie — The Sneetches — at home with your child
Want to watch a new movie at home with your child...and get paid for it? Read on to learn how! Preview Free Movies is recruiting audiences for a private screening of the upcoming feature film, The Sneetches, on Saturday, June 22, 2024. The screenings will take place in your own home, on your laptop or desktop computer. Check-in is at 12 p.m. EDT, and the screening starts at 1 p.m. About The … [Read more...] about Get paid for watching a new movie — The Sneetches — at home with your child
Double Dutch Fest 2024 Block Party
Double Dutch NC is presenting the 2nd Double Dutch Fest Block Party on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 12 to 6 p.m, at the intersection of Fayetteville Street and Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina This is a free event and is also a celebration of Juneteenth. It will feature: … [Read more...] about Double Dutch Fest 2024 Block Party
Cary’s Juneteenth Celebration June 15
The Town of Cary is celebrating Juneteenth on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This free event will feature live music, food trucks, and vendors. Schedule The following activities will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion: The following activities will take place along Park Street and in Park Street Courts: … [Read more...] about Cary’s Juneteenth Celebration June 15
Knightdale African American Festival June 15
The Town of Knightdale is presenting the Knightdale African American Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 4 to 9 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. This event is in partnership with Greater Raleigh Area NPHC. This free, family-friendly event will feature live music, spoken word, line dancing, stepping, vendors and food trucks. … [Read more...] about Knightdale African American Festival June 15
Juneteenth Celebration in Wake Forest — Community Gathering, Festival, more…
The Town of Wake Forest is presenting a two-day Juneteenth celebration for the whole family, on Friday, June 14, and Saturday, June 15, 2024. Friday, June 14 A Community Gathering at Taylor Street Park, 416 N Taylor Street, Wake Forest, will take place from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Enjoy giveaways, Jay's Italian Ice and more. The sprayground will be open. Saturday, June 15 Walking Parade10 … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration in Wake Forest — Community Gathering, Festival, more…
Mebane: Juneteenth Freedom Day Community Celebration June 15
The City of Mebane, NC, is hosting Juneteenth Freedom Day on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Mebane Community Park, 627 W Center Street, Mebane. This free event will include speakers, entertainment, vendors, food and fellowship. … [Read more...] about Mebane: Juneteenth Freedom Day Community Celebration June 15