The Franklinton Independence Day Celebration takes place Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Franklinton Middle School Football Field, 224 Rams Way, Franklinton, North Carolina. Enjoy live music from Stonebrook Moonshine, food trucks, kids' games, family fun and fireworks. No alcohol, smoking, pets, personal fireworks or weapons are allowed. … [Read more...] about Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 27
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Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at Fenton, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. The celebration takes place by Paragon Theaters. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Rolesville Fourth: Fourth of July Fireworks, live music more…
Rolesville is holding their Fourth of July celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Redford Place Park, 121 Redford Place Drive, Rolesville, NC. The celebration includes fireworks, inflatables, live music, yard games, family crafts, food trucks and beer and wine. Rolesville Fourth Schedule … [Read more...] about Rolesville Fourth: Fourth of July Fireworks, live music more…
Chapel Hill switching from fireworks to a drone show this July 4
This year, instead of the traditional fireworks show, Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture will be presenting a 4th of July Drone Show on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 7 to 9:45 p.m., at Chapel Hill High School, 9217 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Technology meets creativity in this year’s drone show at Chapel Hill High School, presented by Skyworx. A collection of 300 … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill switching from fireworks to a drone show this July 4
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration June 19
Celebrate Juneteenth at the annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration. The event takes place at Hargraves Community Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Juneteenth festivities … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration June 19
Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations in the Triangle
This year marks the 56th anniversary of Earth Day. There are many ways to celebrate Earth Day in the Triangle in 2026, including festivals, tree giveaways, and much more. Keep reading for a list of Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations. History of Earth Day In early 1969, there was a huge oil spill near Santa Barbara, California, dumping around 100,000 barrels of crude oil into the channel … [Read more...] about Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations in the Triangle
Neighborhood Easter Egg Hunt (and bacon for adults) at Calvary Presbyterian Church Apr. 5
Calvary Presbyterian Church, at 6520 Ray Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Neighborhood Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5, 2026, from 12:15 to 1 p.m. This is a free event for kids of all ages. In addition, there will be bacon for the adults! … [Read more...] about Neighborhood Easter Egg Hunt (and bacon for adults) at Calvary Presbyterian Church Apr. 5
Free Easter lunch and egg hunt (after church service) at Ephesus Baptist Church in Raleigh April 5
Glory of God Christian Fellowship and Ephesus Baptist Church are joining up to host a joint church service, free lunch and an Easter egg hunt. The events take place at Ephesus Baptist Church, 6767 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Follow the Facebook event for any updates. The schedule of events: … [Read more...] about Free Easter lunch and egg hunt (after church service) at Ephesus Baptist Church in Raleigh April 5
Free Easter Bunny pictures at Bass Pro Shops
The Easter Bunny is coming to Bass Pro Shops in 2026, and we've got the details! The Easter Bunny will be at Bass Pro Shops in Cary, NC and Garner, NC March 21 and 22, and March 28 to April 5, 2026, for free pictures. Hours for Easter Bunny at Bass Pro Shops in 2025 Times may vary. The Easter Bunny may take breaks throughout these time periods. Reservations open on March 14, … [Read more...] about Free Easter Bunny pictures at Bass Pro Shops
Easter egg hunts for dogs at Petco Apr. 4
The Easter Bunny will be visiting Petco stores on March 28 and 29, 2026, from 2o to 4 p.m. Bring your pet in for a FREE photo with the Easter Bunny! Call your closest Petco store to make sure that they're participating. Find your closest store here. Then, on Saturday, April 4, 2026, starting at 2 p.m., bring your pup through the store to find a hidden egg and score a treat! While supplies … [Read more...] about Easter egg hunts for dogs at Petco Apr. 4
