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. The pageant will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. It's a special mix of folly, pageantry and humor, and friendly competition, as people vote for … [Read more...] about 22nd Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 6
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North Carolina State Capitol: free guided tours on Saturdays
The North Carolina State Capitol, at One East Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is open for visits. Free guided and self-guided tours are available. Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour any time between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays. More info here. Free guided tours are offered on Saturdays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 … [Read more...] about North Carolina State Capitol: free guided tours on Saturdays
Saturday Slowdown Market and Open Farm Day at RambleRill Farm in Hillsborough June 6
RambleRill Farm, at 913 Arthur Minnis Road, Hillsborough, is hosting a monthly event, Saturday Slowdown, at RambleRill Farm. Several farms join RambleRill Farm to sell their products, as well as local artisans. It takes place the first Saturday of the month, from May to December of 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Follow RambleRill Farm on Facebook for updates about each month's event. The … [Read more...] about Saturday Slowdown Market and Open Farm Day at RambleRill Farm in Hillsborough June 6
Clayton Square to Square Street Street Festival June 6
The Town of Clayton is hosting its Square to Square Street Festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Main Street, from Town Square to Horne Square. This free festival features games, activities, food and music. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Clayton Square to Square Street Street Festival June 6
Stanley Cup Watch Party at Sweetwater Apex on June 6
Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, announced on Facebook that they'll be showing the Stanley Cup game on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Their watch party starts at 7 p.m. and puck drop is at 8 p.m. What to know: They will also be rolling out their "Sip and Stroll" starting at 5 p.m. Look for the logo at participating businesses. … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Watch Party at Sweetwater Apex on June 6
First Friday on Da Hill: Movie Night Under the Stars — The Wiz June 5
Liberation Station Bookstore, at 430 Hill Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting First Friday on Da Hill: Movie Night Under the Stars on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. This is a FREE event. Join Liberation Station Bookstore for a special edition of First Friday on Da Hill featuring an outdoor screening of The Wiz. Gather with neighbors, family, and friends for an evening of Black … [Read more...] about First Friday on Da Hill: Movie Night Under the Stars — The Wiz June 5
America 250 Fair at Johnston Community College on June 27
Johnston County is commemorating America's 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence at several events in 2026, including walking tours, a historical marker unveiling, a mural dedication, bus tours and more. You can see all the events here. On June 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Johnston County is hosting America 250 Fair on the campus of Johnston Community College, … [Read more...] about America 250 Fair at Johnston Community College on June 27
Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, a children’s parade and Art in the Park
The Town of Wake Forest is presenting two days of 4th of July festivities in 2026! These events are part of a large list of 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Triangle. Celebrate with fireworks, the children's parade and Art in the Park. Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular Wake Forest is presenting a 4th of July fireworks show on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Heritage High School, … [Read more...] about Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, a children’s parade and Art in the Park
Movie Night at Downtown Cary Park: Back to the Future June 5
Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting movie nights throughout the spring, summer and fall of 2026. You can find all the movie nights on Downtown Cary Park's calendar. The movie nights are free to enjoy and do not require registration. The movies will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion. Before each movie there will be pre-screening activities for all … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Downtown Cary Park: Back to the Future June 5
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
