Celebrate the 5th annual Durham Bee Day at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event kicks off National Pollinator Week, which is from June 22 to 26, 2026. Learn all about our local pollinators, why they are important, and how you can help protect them. This will be a free, family friendly event! You can … [Read more...] about Durham Bee Day at Durham Central Park June 13
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Pride in the Park at Downtown Cary Park June 13
Pride in the Park is a free, inclusive celebration for the whole family on June 13, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The celebration incudes crafts, a market and silent disco. Celebrate love, identity, and community at Pride in the Park at Downtown Cary Park! This vibrant evening of activities invites all to come together for a … [Read more...] about Pride in the Park at Downtown Cary Park June 13
Orange County Juneteenth Celebrations June 12
Orange County, North Carolina, is celebrating Juneteenth in 2026 with two events in Hillsborough, North Carolina. These events are free to attend. Learn about the events. Opening Ceremony Opening Ceremony: Honoring the Fight for FreedomFriday, June 12, 202610 to 11:30 a.m.David Price Farmers' Market150 E Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NCFree (register at above link) Highlights: Evening Block … [Read more...] about Orange County Juneteenth Celebrations June 12
All-American Festival with Fireworks in Selma June 29 (at new location)
The Town of Selma is hosting its annual All-American Festival on Monday, June 29, 2026, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. This free event takes place at Old North State Food Hall, 67 Jr. Road, Selma, North Carolina. Enjoy live music by On the Borders (Eagles tribute band), food, family fun, vendors, fireworks and more. … [Read more...] about All-American Festival with Fireworks in Selma June 29 (at new location)
World Hunger Day in Durham June 7 — awareness event with free giveaways, kids’ activities and more
Durham residents are invited to come together for Durham Hunger Day, a community celebration focused on nourishing our neighbors on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Now in its fifth year, this annual gathering, originally launched in connection with World Hunger Day, has grown into a Durham tradition dedicated to … [Read more...] about World Hunger Day in Durham June 7 — awareness event with free giveaways, kids’ activities and more
Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 26
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 July 26, 2026, from 1 to 8 p.m., at City … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 26
C10s Tailgate Party at Phillips Farms of Cary June 6: Truck show, petting zoo, bounce houses, more (free!)
C10s Tailgate Party is a FREE event on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Phillips Farms of Cary, 6800 Good Hope Church Road, Cary, North Carolina. Please note that the event takes place at Phillips Farms' market and parking area. The fun park will be closed. The event features: Look for updates in the Facebook event. If you want to show your truck, learn how at … [Read more...] about C10s Tailgate Party at Phillips Farms of Cary June 6: Truck show, petting zoo, bounce houses, more (free!)
Clayton Square to Square Street Street Festival June 6
The Town of Clayton is hosting its Square to Square Street Festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Main Street, from Town Square to Horne Square. This free festival features games, activities, food and music. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Clayton Square to Square Street Street Festival June 6
22nd Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 6
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. The pageant will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. It's a special mix of folly, pageantry and humor, and friendly competition, as people vote for … [Read more...] about 22nd Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 6
Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 6
The 11th Annual Raleigh International Food Festival returns to Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, June 6, 2026, bringing together cultures, cuisines, music, and traditions from around the world for a day-long celebration in the heart of the city. Held at Raleigh City Plaza on Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., the free family-friendly festival will feature … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 6
