Apex Pride is presenting the Apex Pride Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free festival is to honor and celebrate the LGTQ+ community members and loved ones. The festival includes: Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Apex Pride Festival June 14
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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
Orange County Juneteenth Celebration: Where Freedom Gathers, We Rise June 13
The Orange County Juneteenth Celebration: When Freedom Gathers, We Rise, takes place Friday, June 13, 2025, at multiple locations in Hillsborough, North Carolina. All the events are free and open to all. This full-day event honors the legacy of emancipation and the strength of African American families through three unique sessions. Celebrate Juneteenth in Orange County with music, … [Read more...] about Orange County Juneteenth Celebration: Where Freedom Gathers, We Rise June 13
Safety Day for kids at Fenton June 12
Little Fentonians Safety Day is a jam-packed morning of activities designed to teach kids important safety tips while they have fun. It takes place Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Fenton square by Paragon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend, but register for tickets. Cary PD will be out with their police car, there will be crafts, … [Read more...] about Safety Day for kids at Fenton June 12
8 Summer Reading Programs for Kids in the Triangle
Summer reading programs can help to keep kids learning and growing through the summer. And without the pressure of school assignments, they have the freedom to explore their own interests through literature. Here are several reading programs that encourage kids to keep reading, and some even offer prizes and rewards. Wake County Public Libraries Wake County Public Libraries' Summer … [Read more...] about 8 Summer Reading Programs for Kids in the Triangle
Summer Kickoff at the LocoShop in Durham June 11 — free pops, activities, more…
LocoShop, 600 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Summer Kickoff Party on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. Welcome summer with: … [Read more...] about Summer Kickoff at the LocoShop in Durham June 11 — free pops, activities, more…
Summer Deals at Topgolf — half off Monday to Thursday (and more)
Topgolf wants to be part of your summer fun! It's offering several special deals in the summer of 2025. Read on for the special deals, but first, here are some basic details about Topgolf. At Topgolf, you play from climate controlled hitting bays, so you can play all year. The 240-yard outfield has dartboard-like targets in the ground. The closer to the center or “bull’s-eye” you get and the … [Read more...] about Summer Deals at Topgolf — half off Monday to Thursday (and more)
Grand Opening of Gipson Play Plaza June 6-8 — music, dance, art, more…
Very soon -- spring of 2025 -- kids and playful adults in Raleigh will have a brand new place to play at Dix Park. Gipson Play Plaza features 18.5 acres of playgrounds, gathering spaces, gardens, art and skyline views. One unique thing about Gipson Play Plaza is that it includes elements that can be used by people of all ages. In fact, it will be the largest adventure playground in the … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Gipson Play Plaza June 6-8 — music, dance, art, more…
World Hunger Day in Durham — awareness event with free food, kids’ activities and more
Several local organizations are joining together to present a World Hunger Day event on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 3 to 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This free event will raise awareness of food insecurity in the community, as well as the work being done to support residents. The event will feature: You can help! Here are three ways you can … [Read more...] about World Hunger Day in Durham — awareness event with free food, kids’ activities and more
Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7
Great news for the Triangle! Raleigh's International Food Festival is returning! It will take place Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 420 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. This very popular festival will feature a wide variety of international food, international beer and wine, international performers and more. Over 50 countries will be represented and there will be … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7
