LocoShop, 600 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Summer Kickoff Party on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. Free event! Welcome summer with: … [Read more...] about Summer Kickoff at the LocoShop in Durham June 10 — Crafts, Wool E. Bull, BOGO scoops, more…
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BFF Bracelet Making at Chick-fil-A at Rand Village June 9, and more…
Chick-fil-A at Rand Village, 7740 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting some free events in June, 2026. These events were announced on their Instagram page. BFF Bracelet Making Event 5-7 PM, June 9, 2026:Make bracelets with us to celebrate National Best Friends Day! Best friends can receive one complimentary Pineapple Dragonfruit Lemonade by mentioning the event at the front … [Read more...] about BFF Bracelet Making at Chick-fil-A at Rand Village June 9, and more…
Pickleball Palooza at Apex Nature Park on July 17
The Town of Apex is celebrating National Park and Recreation Month with Pickleball Palooza on Friday, July 17, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Apex Nature Park, 2500 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. For one day only, Apex Nature Park will turn into full-on pickleball mania as the tennis courts transform into pickleball courts for free play and social fun. This laid-back, … [Read more...] about Pickleball Palooza at Apex Nature Park on July 17
Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series at Bond Park
The Bond Park Boathouse, at 801 High House Road, Cary, is playing host to musicians, food trucks and after-hours boat rentals at Bands, Bites and Boats. The special event features a local musician, a food truck and a brewery. These are FREE events. Pay for food and drink, and boat rental if you choose o enjoy the music while floating on the lake Or bring a lawn chair and enjoy it on … [Read more...] about Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series at Bond Park
World Hunger Day in Durham June 7 — awareness event with free giveaways, kids’ activities and more
Durham residents are invited to come together for Durham Hunger Day, a community celebration focused on nourishing our neighbors on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Now in its fifth year, this annual gathering, originally launched in connection with World Hunger Day, has grown into a Durham tradition dedicated to … [Read more...] about World Hunger Day in Durham June 7 — awareness event with free giveaways, kids’ activities and more
Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 26
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 bounce houses Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on July 26, 2026, from 1 to 8 p.m., at City … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 26
Christ Fellowship Soccer Camp: Low-priced evening soccer camp for kids
Christ Fellowship Soccer Camp is a low-priced evening soccer camp for children. It takes place Monday, June 22, through Friday, June 26, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Leesville Road Elementary, 8402 Price Way, Raleigh, NC. The cost for the whole week is only $10 per child. The cost includes a camp t-shirt and a meal at the Friday night celebration. The camp is for children ages 5-11. Each … [Read more...] about Christ Fellowship Soccer Camp: Low-priced evening soccer camp for kids
C10s Tailgate Party at Phillips Farms of Cary June 6: Truck show, petting zoo, bounce houses, more (free!)
C10s Tailgate Party is a FREE event on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Phillips Farms of Cary, 6800 Good Hope Church Road, Cary, North Carolina. Please note that the event takes place at Phillips Farms' market and parking area. The fun park will be closed. The event features: Look for updates in the Facebook event. If you want to show your truck, learn how at … [Read more...] about C10s Tailgate Party at Phillips Farms of Cary June 6: Truck show, petting zoo, bounce houses, more (free!)
Free rides on Kiwanis Miniature Train in Goldsboro June 6
Kiwanis Miniature Train, at Herman Park, 900 Park Avenue, Goldsboro, is offering FREE train rides on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. The park is about 56 miles to the southeast of Raleigh. This special event is sponsored by Wayne County health & Human Services. Announced on Facebook. Can't make it then? The train is open Saturdays and Sundays through October, from 1 to 5 p.m. The … [Read more...] about Free rides on Kiwanis Miniature Train in Goldsboro June 6
Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 6
The 11th Annual Raleigh International Food Festival returns to Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, June 6, 2026, bringing together cultures, cuisines, music, and traditions from around the world for a day-long celebration in the heart of the city. Held at Raleigh City Plaza on Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., the free family-friendly festival will feature … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 6
