The Town of Franklinton is hosting the Funkytown Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., on Main Street in Downtown Franklinton. Franklinton is about 26 miles to the northeast of Raleigh. It's close to Wake Forest. Funkytown Festival is a 70s and 80s themed festival, and is free to attend. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Funkytown Festival in Franklinton June 14
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Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 14
The Annual Triangle Community Band Festival will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Multiple food trucks will be on site. Admission is free. The concert will feature five regional community bands: Food vendors: Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. All bands will play an encore together. … [Read more...] about Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 14
Apex Pride Festival June 14
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
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
Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events
The Towns of Chapel Hill and Carrboro are joining together, along with Orgullo Latinx, to celebrate Small Town Pride during June, which is Pride Month. During this time, there will be several events to celebrate and embrace diversity. Chapel Hill Pride! PromenadeSaturday, June 7, 202512 to 3 p.m. Wear your colors. Wave your flag. Walk with Pride. This celebratory march starts at Peace & … [Read more...] about Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events
Mebane: Juneteenth Freedom Day Community Celebration June 14
The City of Mebane, NC, is hosting Juneteenth Freedom Day on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Mebane Community Park, 627 W Center Street, Mebane. This free event will include speakers, entertainment, vendors, food and fellowship. Backyard Games will be available, including: … [Read more...] about Mebane: Juneteenth Freedom Day Community Celebration June 14
Butterflies, Bees and Insects Art LAB at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center June 14 — free art activities for all ages
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center, at 123 E Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, is hosting Art LAB, once a month. Art LAB features free arts activities for all ages. It's free to attend, but please register online or in person. These activities take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on the following days. Please click on the links below to learn more or to register. Schedule for Art LAB Winter … [Read more...] about Butterflies, Bees and Insects Art LAB at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center June 14 — free art activities for all ages
5th Annual Tractor Day at Pace Family Farms in Clayton on June 14, with free hot dogs!
Pace Family Farms, 12701 Buffalo Road, Clayton, is hosting its 5th Annual Tractor Day on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come by the farm to see farm equipment of all shapes and sizes! Local International Harvester tractor club will be on site for antique tractors. Bright Leaf Hotdogs will be serving free hotdogs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chips and drinks will be available for … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Tractor Day at Pace Family Farms in Clayton on June 14, with free hot dogs!
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
