United Way of Greater Triangle is celebrating MLK Day in 2025 with a day of service. The event takes place on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Boys and Girls Club of Wake County's Teen Center, 721 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, NC. This is a youth-driven experience that will center the voices of today’s young people in conversations around community service, life transitions, … [Read more...] about MLK Day with United Way of the Greater Triangle: Day of Service
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King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday at Chavis Park Jan. 20
John Chavis Memorial Park, at 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, is hosting King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday on Monday, January 20, 2025 from 12 to 3 p.m. This free event will showcase Dr. King's work through service, children's activities and more. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday at Chavis Park Jan. 20
Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 19
Celebrate the Vietnamese New Year at the Tet Vietnamese Year Festival on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Dorton Arena, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Daytime festivities are from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Admission is $10. Those under age 7 or over 75 are admitted for free. The festival typically features: There is also a night time concert, ticketed separately. Follow … [Read more...] about Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 19
Pokémon Palooza in Cary Jan. 18
Bring the whole family to Pokémon Palooza on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m., at Herbert C. Young Community Center, 101 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free event that will be held annually. This Pokémon and Sports card trading event is open to traders of all ages. Bring your collection or just come and see what’s out there. The event includes giveaways, … [Read more...] about Pokémon Palooza in Cary Jan. 18
Lunar New Year Family Day at Artspace Jan. 18
Artspace, FASCA and Raleigh Chinese Language School are hosting a Lunar New Year Family Day on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The celebration takes place at Artspace, 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Enjoy an art-filled day feauturing exhibitions by local artists, art making activities, hands-on artist demos, and cultural performances. … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Family Day at Artspace Jan. 18
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Youth-Led Special Event in Carrboro Jan 18
The Town of Carrboro is planning their MLK Day event on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 1 p.m., at Carrboro Century Center, 100 N Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC. The event is planned by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP Youth Council and the Carrboro Youth Council. Activities include: … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Youth-Led Special Event in Carrboro Jan 18
MLK Day: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts in Durham
Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting a MLK Day event on Saturday, January 11, 2025. MLK: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham. Activities will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's life, including: This event is free and open to the public. … [Read more...] about MLK Day: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts in Durham
Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta, and more, Jan. 5
On January 5, 2025, the town of Selma is celebrating Three Kings Day, and is hosting other winter festivities. All of these events are free. Selma Three Kings Fiesta Selma Three Kings Day CelebrationSunday, January 5, 20251 to 4 p.m.Art Out Loud Park110 Raiford Street, Selma, NCFree Celebrate Three Kings Day in downtown Selma.A skit in both English and Spanish explaining Three Kings Day will … [Read more...] about Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta, and more, Jan. 5
Emancipation Day: “Bottom Rail on Top” — Black Civil War Reenactors at Pope House Museum
For Emancipation Day, the Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, will be presenting Bottom Rail on Top: Black Civil War Reenactors. This free event takes place on Saturday, January, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No registration is required. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the powerful stories of Black soldiers who shaped American history. United … [Read more...] about Emancipation Day: “Bottom Rail on Top” — Black Civil War Reenactors at Pope House Museum
First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
Every year, North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. We are listing one below, but please check with ncparks.gov/events for more events. You should feel free to take your own hike too! Check out our photo guide to hiking in N.C. State Parks. First Day Hike at Jordan Lake State Recreation AreaWednesday, January 1st, 20259 to 11 a.m.Ebenezer Church Day Use Access2582 … [Read more...] about First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
