The Festival of Abundance is a community offering “from us and by us,” designed to celebrate the abundance that emerges when we choose care, collaboration, and cooperation over competition. The event takes place May 23 and 24, 2026, at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. Some activities also take place at the Carrboro Arts Center, 400 Roberson Street, Carrboro, … [Read more...] about Festival of Abundance May 23 and 24 in Carrboro: Free food share, repairs, skill shares, much more…
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JAWSFest in Chapel Hill Memorial Day Weekend: music, movies, mechanical shark, more…
JAWSFest, a Memorial Day Weekend celebration, is returning to the Midway in downtown Chapel Hill, NC, on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The festivities include a mechanical shark, art, live music, a dunk tank, raffle, and, of course, Jaws on the big screen. There's a lot going on at different businesses. It's a big block party. Use 106 N Graham Street, Chapel Hill. Participating businesses generally … [Read more...] about JAWSFest in Chapel Hill Memorial Day Weekend: music, movies, mechanical shark, more…
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
Juneteenth at Marbles and Moore Square June 19
Celebrate Juneteenth at Moore Square, 201 s Blount Street, and Marbles, 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. Join Marbles Kids Museum and Moore Square at the park and on the Playway at Marbles for Juneteenth, a joyous celebration in freedom. Participate in outdoor, all day play with local artists, storytimes, vendor market curated by Taste … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at Marbles and Moore Square June 19
9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event in its 9th year. This block party celebrates wellness, the arts and community and features powerful performances, free resources and joy! The 2026 event is made possible by HealthLit4Wake. Darkness RISING takes place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival May 23
Chapel Hill - Carrboro Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is presenting the Orange - Chatham African American Cultural Festival. This event will take place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Lincoln Center, 750 S. Merritt Mill Road, Chapel Hill, NC. This is a free, family-centered event that highlights and celebrates African American art, culture and … [Read more...] about Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival May 23
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
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
Chatham Artists Guild Spring Festival May 17
Chatham Artists Guild is holding their Spring Festival on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. Explore original artwork from professional guild artists. There will also be live music throughout the day and local food and drinks from businesses at The Plant. Exhibiting artists include: … [Read more...] about Chatham Artists Guild Spring Festival May 17
Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 mile south of I-40 Exit 274. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Enjoy fabulous Greek food and scrumptious … [Read more...] about Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
