There's a lot to celebrate in the Triangle! Plan ahead with this guide to summer festivals. We're adding more festivals to this list all the time, so keep checking back. We focus on free and cheap events here on Triangle on the Cheap, and all of these events fall into that category. Make sure to click each link for details like location, time, and any cost. We are highlighting a few of the … [Read more...] about Summer Festivals in the Triangle in 2025
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Raleigh Greek Festival May 30 to June 1
The Raleigh Greek Festival will take place May 30 to June 1, 2025, at NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Hours of Raleigh Greek Festival: Admission is $5.50 and free for kids under age 13. A portion of all proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon. Enjoy: A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Greek Festival May 30 to June 1
21st Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 7
The Beaver Queen Pageant is very popular annual Durham event at Duke Park. Specifically, it will be at Duke Park Meadow, which is at the corner of Englewood Avenue and Acadia Street, 1608 Acadia Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's a special mix of folly, pageantry and humor, and friendly competition, as people vote for their favorite contestants by donating to Keep Durham Beautiful. The … [Read more...] about 21st Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 7
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
Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7
Great news for the Triangle! Raleigh's International Food Festival is returning! It will take place Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 420 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. This very popular festival will feature a wide variety of international food, international beer and wine, international performers and more. Over 50 countries will be represented and there will be … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7
Family Farm Animal Day at Duke Homestead June 28
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting several free or inexpensive events this summer. Family Farm Animal DaySaturday, June 28, 202510 a.m. to 2 p.m.$5 per person Visitors will get to meet with critters stationed across our historic area and learn about the importance of animals, pollinators, birds, and reptiles, both historically and today. We will … [Read more...] about Family Farm Animal Day at Duke Homestead June 28
Hands-On History Fair in Hillsborough May 31
The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough is presenting a Hands-On History Fair on May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Hillsborough Visitor Center, 150 E King Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina. The history fair is free to attend. Meet local preservationists, artisans, and history-minded organizations as they showcase the many ways we keep the past alive—from restored artifacts and … [Read more...] about Hands-On History Fair in Hillsborough May 31
3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31
The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration, with Artist Studio Project, are presenting the 3rd Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages, including the young … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31
Juneteenth at Marbles and Moore Square June 19
Celebrate freedom and fun this Juneteenth at Moore Square and Marbles, 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy FREE family-friendly activities with performers, artists and storytimes. Local Black-owned food trucks and vendors will be on-site at Moore Square. Bring the whole family for a day full of joy, play and community! … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at Marbles and Moore Square June 19
Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo, presented by Shop Local Raleigh June 28
Shop Local Raleigh is presenting The Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. More than 40 food trucks will be at each of these events, making them some of the biggest food truck events in the Triangle. Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSaturday, June 28, 202512 to 6 p.m.Free (pay for food) Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSunday, August 24, 202512 to 6 p.m.Free (pay for … [Read more...] about Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo, presented by Shop Local Raleigh June 28
