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
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Movie in the Park in Morrisville: Lilo & Stitch Live Action Apr. 17
Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is hosting Movie in the Park on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC. The movie is Lio & Stitch Live Action. This is a free event. The movie will begin at 8 p.m., but it's recommended that you arrive early to grab a great spot. Bring a chair or blanket. There will be free … [Read more...] about Movie in the Park in Morrisville: Lilo & Stitch Live Action Apr. 17
Powell Drive Community Day Apr. 18: inflatables, music, food trucks, more…
Powell Drive Park, 740 Powell Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting the inaugural Powell Drive Community Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event that includes: In addition, come by on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., to meet the director and assistant director and talk about the kinds of programs you'd like to see at Powell Drive Park. … [Read more...] about Powell Drive Community Day Apr. 18: inflatables, music, food trucks, more…
Open House and Native Plant Sale at Simple Gifts Community Garden Apr. 18
Simple Gifts Community Garden and South Wake Conservationists are hosting an open house at Simple Gifts Community Garden, 3109 Tingen Road, Apex, North Carolina, on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It's free to attend. This open house will feature a big native plant sale, tours of the garden, information tables, kids activities, and complimentary refreshments. Bring the … [Read more...] about Open House and Native Plant Sale at Simple Gifts Community Garden Apr. 18
Equity Before Birth’s 5th Annual Dance Party Apr. 17
Equity Before Birth is hosting its 5th annual Dance Party in honor of Black Maternal Health Week on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Museum of Life and Science, 433 West Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. The event is free, but registration is required. This family-friendly community celebration is a time for laughter, fun, dancing (optional, but encouraged!) and being in … [Read more...] about Equity Before Birth’s 5th Annual Dance Party Apr. 17
Got to be NC Festival May 15-17 — music, family activities, much more…
Got to be NC Festival will offer three great days of down-home celebration North Carolina-style from May 15 to 17, 2026. Got to be NC Festival takes place at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, and is free to attend. Carnival rides and games, food and drinks, and some activities have a cost associated with them. It takes place at North Carolina State … [Read more...] about Got to be NC Festival May 15-17 — music, family activities, much more…
Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell
Wendell's Meet on Main Concert Series includes live music, a kids' zone, food truck rodeo and beer and wine for purchase. The concerts take place in Downtown Wendell on four Fridays, from 5 to 10 p.m., and are free to attend. Meet on Main 2026 Schedule … [Read more...] about Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell
Marbles Museum’s Kick-Off to Kindergarten for year-round students June 25
Every year, Marbles Kids Museum holds a free Kick-off to Kindergarten program for rising kindergarteners. In this program, children are exposed to some of the skills and experiences that they'll encounter in kindergarten: This is a free event, for the whole family, but registration is required. Kick-off to Kindergarten for Rising Year-Round KindergartnersThursday, June 25, 20263 to 7 … [Read more...] about Marbles Museum’s Kick-Off to Kindergarten for year-round students June 25
Free Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Kids Museum Apr. 15
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 may … [Read more...] about Free Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Kids Museum Apr. 15
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro Apr. 12
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2026 season. Dates … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro Apr. 12
