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 on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 2 to 6:30 p.m. The celebration includes entertainment, family activities, vendors and food. Please check back soon for details. Admission is free. Hosted in … [Read more...] about Capital City Juneteenth Celebration at Dix Park June 14
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Memorial Day Observance in Garner
The Town of Garner's Memorial Day Observance will take place Monday, May 26, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., at the Garner Veterans Memorial in Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner. This annual observance honors those who died while serving our country in the armed forces. Guided tours of the Garner Veterans Memorial will be conducted before the event and after its conclusion. The event is … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Observance in Garner
Memorial Day Observance in Cary May 26
The Town of Cary is presenting a Memorial Day Remembrance on Monday, May 26, 2025 at 2:30 p.m., at Veterans Freedom Park, 1517 N Harrison Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. The event will honor those who have fallen while serving in the armed forces. The ceremony will feature remarks from Cary Town Council, special guest speaker Paul Berry, and patriotic music from Cary Town Band. Attendees … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Observance in Cary May 26
Cary’s Juneteenth Celebration June 21
The Town of Cary is celebrating Juneteenth on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 3:30 to 9 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This soulful Juneteenth Celebration with Historian Darrell Stover. Experience Songs of Freedom through live reenactments, spoken word, and a saxophone summit. A day of unity, culture, and joy honoring resilience, liberation, and the … [Read more...] about Cary’s Juneteenth Celebration June 21
Memorial Day Weekend events and deals in the Triangle 2025
Memorial Day 2025 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 26, 2025, and Memorial Day Weekend starts Friday, May 23. We will be adding freebies and discounts for military personnel as soon as they're announced. Also, please … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend events and deals in the Triangle 2025
Bragtown Juneteenth Celebration June 21
The Bragtown Community Association is presenting the Fifth Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Lakeview Park, 3500 Dearborn Drive, Durham, NC. Look for more information on the Bragtown Community Association Facebook page. The celebration will include: … [Read more...] about Bragtown Juneteenth Celebration June 21
20th Annual NC Juneteenth Celebration June 21
The 19th annual North Carolina Juneteenth Celebration will take place Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the NCCU Latham Surface Lot, 705 E Lawson Street, Durham, North Carolina. Juneteenth marks the day, June 19, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to enslaved African–Americans in Texas. The festival takes place from 1 to 8 … [Read more...] about 20th Annual NC Juneteenth Celebration June 21
Northeast Piedmont Chorale Spring Concert May 2 and 3
Join the Northeast Piedmont Chorale for their spring concert, A Celebration of Light and Peace. The 84-member Chorale will be joined by a 10-piece orchestra to present two concerts. Both concerts are free. Friday, May 2, 20257:30 p.m.Wake Forest Baptist Church107 E South Avenue, Wake Forest, NC Saturday, May 3, 20257:30 p.m.Trinity Baptist Church4815 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC The … [Read more...] about Northeast Piedmont Chorale Spring Concert May 2 and 3
Stargazing, Live Music, and more on the Roof of The Durham Hotel
The Durham Hotel, 315 East Chapel Hill Street in Durham, hosts events on its rooftop that are free for all, even if you're not staying at hotel. The hotel also features a coffee bar inside. You can see the upcoming events on their event page and Facebook page. Upcoming Events in 2025 Stargazing from the RooftopTuesday, May 13, 2025, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 8:30 to … [Read more...] about Stargazing, Live Music, and more on the Roof of The Durham Hotel
Mother’s Day Sunday Funday Market at The Plant in Pittsboro May 11
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Mother's Day Sunday Funday Market on Sunday, May 11, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. Enjoy shopping from a variety of vendors. At 12:30 p.m., there will be live music from The Pigeons. Food and beverages available at Fair Game, BMC Brewing, Lilly Den Meats & Eats, Kingston 99, Metal Brixx and JDub's PoBoys. … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Sunday Funday Market at The Plant in Pittsboro May 11
