The 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival will take place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This festival is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. This is a FREE event for all ages. The event includes: Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Main Stage … [Read more...] about 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 17
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21st Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 7
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. It's a special mix of folly, pageantry and humor, and friendly competition, as people vote for their favorite contestants by donating to the Ellerbe Creek Watershed … [Read more...] about 21st Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 7
Kindergarten Graduation Celebration at YMCA Camp Kanata May 18 — canoeing, outdoor games, more…
YMCA of the Triangle is hosting a Kindergarten Celebration on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m., at YMCA Camp Kanata, 13524 Camp Kanata Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This event is free for graduating kindergarteners and their families. Pre-registration is required. When you sign up, you'll be automatically entered to win a free year of the Y Guides father/child program. The … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Graduation Celebration at YMCA Camp Kanata May 18 — canoeing, outdoor games, more…
Taste of Soul in Durham May 24
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 kids' activities. Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on May 24, 2025, from 3 to 8 p.m., at … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Durham May 24
Knightdale African American Festival June 14
The Town of Knightdale is presenting the Knightdale African American Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 4 to 9 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. This free, family-friendly event features: … [Read more...] about Knightdale African American Festival June 14
Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park
Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Free to participate. If you have drums, shakers, etc., please bring them, but there might be a few available to borrow. The event is held every Wednesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Pullen Park in Raleigh. In colder months it will take place at … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park
Free Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Kids Museum for kids with special needs on May 14
Marbles Kids Museum, 201 Hargett Street, Raleigh, periodically holds Sensory Friendly Playtime for kids with special needs and their families. Admission is FREE for these events. It's an opportunity for kids to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. The museum will also be showing a "Lights Up, Sounds Down" movie. Tickets for the movie are not needed. Registered participants … [Read more...] about Free Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Kids Museum for kids with special needs on May 14
Market Bunch Kids’ Activities at Carrboro Farmers’ Market on Wednesdays
The Carrboro Farmers' Market is held on the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street Saturdays year round, and Wednesdays April to November. Saturdays:November to March: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.April to October: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesdays:April 2 to November 19, 2025: 3 to 6 p.m. All goods sold were produced within 50 miles of the Market, and the farmers and artisans themselves run the Market. … [Read more...] about Market Bunch Kids’ Activities at Carrboro Farmers’ Market on Wednesdays
Wake County Smart Start Block Party May 17 — includes food and diaper distribution
The 2nd annual Wake County Smart Start Block Party takes place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Roberts Park, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event designed for young children (ages 0-5) and their families. Follow the Facebook event for updates. Please pre-register. 10 to 11:30 a.m. will be sensory-friendly quiet hour. Choose this time … [Read more...] about Wake County Smart Start Block Party May 17 — includes food and diaper distribution
Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale May 24
Cool off at the Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale. This free event takes place at the splash pad at Knightdale Station Park, 700 N 1st Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on these days: There will be a variety of fun games, a DJ and food trucks. … [Read more...] about Splash Pad Bash in Knightdale May 24
