Visit Mark Hewitt Pottery, 424 Johnny Burke Road, Pittsboro, NC, for the annual Summer Kiln Opening. It's free to attend! Summer Kiln Opening Twice a year Mark makes and fires over 1000 lovely pots and invites everyone to his pottery for an Open Studio event called a Kiln Opening! It’s a great way to see the pottery workshop, the massive wood kilns, the showroom/barn, and shop for … [Read more...] about Summer Kiln Opening at Mark Hewitt Pottery May 30 to June 7
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Town of Cary’s Independence Day Celebrations: Fireworks, music, movie, fishing
The Town of Cary is presenting several events for Independence Day in 2026, including a festival at Downtown Cary Park, a fishing tournament, patriotic music, a movie and fireworks. July 3rd Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Kick off your festivities on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This free event will feature … [Read more...] about Town of Cary’s Independence Day Celebrations: Fireworks, music, movie, fishing
Raleigh’s 4th of July fireworks celebration returns to Dix Park in 2026
The City of Raleigh's 4th of July fireworks celebration will return to the Big Field at Dorothea Dix Park in 2026. It will take place Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m. The fireworks will be the main event, but the celebration also includes music, activities and food. This is a free event and no ticket is needed. What to Expect Schedule Parking Options Bring Do Not … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s 4th of July fireworks celebration returns to Dix Park in 2026
Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on July 4
The North Carolina State Capitol, at 1 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a FREE family event. This downtown Raleigh celebration will complement a morning parade organized by the N.C. Department of Labor and evening fireworks at Dix Park organized by the City of … [Read more...] about Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest on July 4
Clayton’s Independence Day Fireworks July 3
The Town of Clayton's Independence Day Fireworks will be launched from Clayton Middle School, 490 Guy Road, Clayton, North Carolina, on Friday, July 3, 2026. This event will be fireworks only and not held in conjunction with the Square to Square Street Festival (which will take place June 6 this year.) There will be no additional activities on site. The start time and other details have … [Read more...] about Clayton’s Independence Day Fireworks July 3
Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
George H. White Bar Association, NC Association of Public Defenders and NC Central University-The Justice Institute are planning an event to commemorate Juneteenth. Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts takes place Friday, June 19, 2026, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., at NCCU Student Center, 500 Nelson Street, Durham, NC. The event is free and open to all. Join to celebrate this year's theme: From … [Read more...] about Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
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
Happy 250th Birthday, America! at New Hope Valley Railway
New Hope Valley Railway, also known as Triangle’s Train, is at 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, which is just 24 miles to the southwest of Raleigh. New Hope Valley Railway is celebrating America's 250th birthday on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. This is a fun, patriotic train ride the whole family will enjoy. The event will be taking place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Climb … [Read more...] about Happy 250th Birthday, America! at New Hope Valley Railway
What’s open and closed on Memorial Day in the Triangle
Learn about holiday hours at County facilities, City and Town services, ABC Stores and grocery stores. This post is updated throughout the year to provide information on hours for various holidays. So you might see some information that doesn't relate to the current holiday. We haven't listed every municipality in the Triangle, because there are so many. Go to your town's website or social … [Read more...] about What’s open and closed on Memorial Day in the Triangle
Memorial Day Weekend events, ceremonies and deals in the Triangle 2026
Memorial Day 2026 in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas, will feature many events, both to commemorate our fallen military personnel, and to just celebrate the beginning of the summer. Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, 2026, and Memorial Day Weekend starts Friday, May 22. We are listing freebies and discounts for military personnel as soon as they're announced. Also, please … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend events, ceremonies and deals in the Triangle 2026
