City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. is hosting a learning opportunity for Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Torrey Dixon will speak about the legal journey of Juneteenth, The Road from Emancipation to Freedom. Born in the last capital of the Southern Confederacy (Danville, Va), Special Deputy Attorney General Torrey Dixon, who began … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at City of Raleigh Museum: History Lecture June 19
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N.C. Official Juneteenth Flag-Raising Ceremony in Durham June 1
North Carolina’s 2026 Juneteenth observance will kick off with the Official Juneteenth Flag-Raising Ceremony on Monday, June 1st, 2026. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the Durham County Courthouse, 510 S. Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina. More details were announced on Durham County Government's Facebook page. The 21st Annual NC Juneteenth Celebration will include remarks from … [Read more...] about N.C. Official Juneteenth Flag-Raising Ceremony in Durham June 1
Monday Karaoke at The Northside District in Chapel Hill
Northside District, 403 W Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a bar and restaurant open every night from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. It hosts some events too. Recurring Events Both of these recurring events have been announced on Northside District's Facebook and Instagram pages, but please check to verify that there haven't been any changes. KaraokeMondays6 p.m.Free Terrible Trivia with … [Read more...] about Monday Karaoke at The Northside District in Chapel Hill
Smithfield’s Independence Day Celebration July 3
The Town of Smithfield's annual Independence Day Celebration will take place on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. Festivities include: Public parking is available in the county parking lots located on Johnston Street and 2nd Street and at the public library at 301 E Market … [Read more...] about Smithfield’s Independence Day Celebration July 3
Knightdale’s Independence Day Festival: Fourth on First Avenue
Celebrate the 4th of July at Knightdale's Fourth on First Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. Look for updates on the Facebook event. 4th of July Festivities … [Read more...] about Knightdale’s Independence Day Festival: Fourth on First Avenue
Wendell 4th of July Fireworks July 2
The Town of Wendell is hosting its 4th of July fireworks celebration on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Wendell Park, 601 West Third Street, Wendell. This free event features a bigger fireworks show for America 260, a concert from The Main Event Band, golf cart and bike parade, crowd performers. food trucks and more. Wendell Park will be closed beginning at 9 PM July 1, and all … [Read more...] about Wendell 4th of July Fireworks July 2
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
