The Town of Wendell is hosting its 4th of July fireworks celebration on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Wendell Park, 601 West Third Street, Wendell. The park will be closed for the day, opening at 6 p.m. to allow for parking on site, with the Fireworks Show beginning at 9 p.m. Parking will also be available downtown, so be sure to stop by one of Wendell’s local businesses and … [Read more...] about Wendell 4th of July Fireworks July 2
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Kenly’s 4th of July Fireworks
Kenly 95 Petro, at 923 Johnston Parkway, Kenly, is hosting its annual 4th of July fireworks show, in conjunction with the Town of Kenly. The truck stop is right off of Exit 106 of I-95. Kenly is in Johnston County. It's about a 46 minute drive southwest of Raleigh, and is close to Smithfield and Selma. The fireworks will take place Friday, July 5, 2025, around 9 p.m. They do draw … [Read more...] about Kenly’s 4th of July Fireworks
All-American Festival with Fireworks in Selma June 30
The Town of Selma is hosting its annual All-American Festival on Monday, June 30, 2025, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. This free event takes place at Blackstone Plaza, 115 Meghan Circle, Selma. Enjoy live music by Band of Oz, games, food trucks and fireworks. … [Read more...] about All-American Festival with Fireworks in Selma June 30
51st Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 27-29
Are you a coin or stamp collector? Or are you interesting in learning more? Then, the Raleigh Money Expo is for you! The Raleigh Coin Club is the Triangle's largest and longest-running coin club. Join them at the Raleigh Money Expo. The Raleigh Money Expo takes place at The Exposition Center, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from June 27 to 29, 2025. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about 51st Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 27-29
Tanabata Festival June 29 — celebrate Japanese culture in Raleigh
Celebrate Japanese culture at the Tanabata Festival on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. The event is free and open to the public, with a $10 suggested donation per adult. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Tanabata Festival June 29 — celebrate Japanese culture in Raleigh
Juneteenth Vendor Market Expo June 29
Celebrate Juneteenth at a Black-Owned Vendor Market Expo on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Midtown, 2805 Highwoods Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Shop from 25+ Black-owned businesses. Then, from 6 to 9 p.m., there will be a social mixer and night vendor pop-up market, including a Spades tournament. The cost for the evening … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Vendor Market Expo June 29
The Concept: Film and Dance Social June 29
The Concept: Film and Dance Social is an experience created by a local artist and dancer to share in conceptual storytelling and creativity. Films will be PG and PG-13. Films are followed by a dance party. The dance party is age 18+. The event takes place Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Perfect Lovers, 2823 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are $8 in advance … [Read more...] about The Concept: Film and Dance Social June 29
Hoppy Hour Comedy at James Joyce Irish Pub in Durham June 29
James Joyce Irish Pub, 912 W Main Street Durham, features food and drink by both sides of the Atlantic. They also regularly host events. Find their events on their website or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Hoppy Hour ComedySunday, June 29, 20254 p.m.Free (pay for food and drink) Featuring Scott Schacher, Rob Schneider, Kuntry T, Greg Capra and Iris Medina. Full menu available. Reserve your … [Read more...] about Hoppy Hour Comedy at James Joyce Irish Pub in Durham June 29
Pet Photo Day at Passmore Senior Center — free photos of you and your pet
Orange County Department of Aging is hosting Pet Photo Day on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 3 p.m., at Passmore Senior Center, 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, North Carolina. Bring your pet and dress in your finest or funniest outfits for photos. A staff person, Aurora will be taking photos of humans their pet friends! This FREE event was announced on Facebook. Please register by Tuesday, … [Read more...] about Pet Photo Day at Passmore Senior Center — free photos of you and your pet
Griot & Grey Owl Field Day and Block Party June 28
Griot and Grey Owl Black Writers Conference is launching a kickstarter for their Black Southern Anthology & Archive with a field day and block party on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at SEEDS Garden, 706 Gilbert Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are $10 plus fees. The event features: Bring your own lawn chair. … [Read more...] about Griot & Grey Owl Field Day and Block Party June 28
