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Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo June 21

Shop Local Raleigh is presenting The Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. Many food trucks will be at each of these events, making them some of the biggest food truck events in the Triangle. Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Dates in 2026 Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSunday, June 21, 202612 to 6 p.m.Free (pay for food) Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSunday, August 23, 202612 to … [Read more...] about Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo June 21

Juneteenth celebration at Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center on June 20

Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center, at 4200 Lake Ridge Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its 27th annual Juneteenth Black Freedom Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m. Admission is free, and a fish plate will be available for $15. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Juneteenth celebration at Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center on June 20

Juneteenth Grand Cookout at NC State Fairgrounds June 20

The Throwdown Events and Entertainment is hosting Juneteenth Grand Cookout on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 2 to 10 p.m., at the NC State Fairgrounds, Gate 9, near 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. You pay for your food and drink. The event features: … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Grand Cookout at NC State Fairgrounds June 20

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

Zebulon Juneteenth Celebration June 18 to 20

The Town of Zebulon is celebrating Juneteenth in 2025 with several free events. Opening Ceremony and WelcomeThursday, June 18, 20266:30 to 8 p.m.Zebulon Community Center301 S Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, NC Visual Art ExhibitionFriday, june 19, 20267 to 9 p.m.Downtown Zebulon, NC Juneteenth CelebrationSaturday, June 20, 20265:30 to 8 p.m.Nomaco Park (formerly Five County Stadium)1501 NC-39, … [Read more...] about Zebulon Juneteenth Celebration June 18 to 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

Blueberry Bash at Western Wake Farmers Market in Morrisville June 20

Western Wake Farmers Market, at 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina, is open year-round on Saturdays: Western Wake Farmers Market hosts events throughout the year. You can find them on their Facebook page. Here is one! The farmers' market is hosting Blueberry Bash on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Enjoy free samples of food made using market ingredients. The … [Read more...] about Blueberry Bash at Western Wake Farmers Market in Morrisville June 20

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