The City of Raleigh is hosting Juneteenth events at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Raleigh. These free events celebrate and honor African American culture through history, entertainment, dancing and more. Day PartyFriday, June 19, 202610 a.m. to 4 p.m.Free Splash into excitement with waterslides and water games, get creative with art on canvas and hands-on … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebrations at Chavis Park June 19
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Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration June 19
Celebrate Juneteenth at the annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration. The event takes place at Hargraves Community Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Juneteenth festivities … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration June 19
Third Friday in Downtown Durham June 19 includes Pierce Freelon’s Family Fest at CCB Plaza
On June 19, 2026, Start Third Friday Durham out at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festivities start with the raising of the Juneteenth flag with Spectacular Magazine at 5:30 p.m. Then Pierce Freelon and friends will present Family Fest from 6 to 9 p.m. This special event features performances, music, puppets, crafts, and a hands-on beat making lab for kids and … [Read more...] about Third Friday in Downtown Durham June 19 includes Pierce Freelon’s Family Fest at CCB Plaza
NC Courage’s World Cup Watch Party at WakeMed Soccer Park June 19
North Carolina Courage is hosting a World Cup Watch Party on June 19, 2026 at First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park, 101 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, North Carolina. Watch the U.S. take on Australia. Tickets are FREE, but limited. Claim yours here before they're gone. The event starts at 2 p.m., with the match at 3 p.m. The event includes: … [Read more...] about NC Courage’s World Cup Watch Party at WakeMed Soccer Park June 19
255th Annual Regulator Remembrance Day in Hillsborough June 19
The 255th Annual Regulator Remembrance Day Event will take place Friday, June 19, 2026, at 6 p.m., at the Regulator Historic Marker in Cameron Park, 200 East King Street, Hillsborough, NC. This year’s event marks the 255th anniversary of the date on June 19, 1771 when six early American patriots were executed at the site by English colonial Governor William Tryon on the charge of High Treason … [Read more...] about 255th Annual Regulator Remembrance Day in Hillsborough June 19
Juneteenth Film Screening at the Nasher Museum of Art June 18
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is hosting a Juneteenth Film Screening on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event, but registration is required. The Nasher will show the film BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions. Adapted from Kahlil Joseph’s renowned video art installation, BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions is a distinctive cinematic experience that mirrors the sonic … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Film Screening at the Nasher Museum of Art June 18
17 farms in the Triangle where you can pick your own blueberries and blackberries (plus u-pick farms for every season)
Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids. We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. You might also be interested in this list of farmers markets in the Triangle. Before you head out, make sure to call and check on conditions. Hours can change … [Read more...] about 17 farms in the Triangle where you can pick your own blueberries and blackberries (plus u-pick farms for every season)
Shopbop sale: tons of items at least 60% off
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Postponed: Pet Parade and Costume Contest
CosPaws for A Cause is a community pet costume parade and fundraiser bringing together pets, creativity, and community to support a great cause. Check back soon for details. The original plans are changing. … [Read more...] about Postponed: Pet Parade and Costume Contest
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is making movie-going more affordable with "Terrific Tuesdays." Every Tuesday, all year, every ticket is $6.25. Including taxes and fees, the total price is just $7.75 per ticket. In addition, there are concession specials on Tuesdays. … [Read more...] about The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25
