The Town of Garner is presenting the Garner Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, NC. Admission is free. This year’s theme focuses on telling the story and recognizing the importance of Black landowners in Garner. Through powerful storytelling, the program will feature local choirs, dance … [Read more...] about Garner Juneteenth Celebration June 20
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Juneteenth in the Peak in Apex June 20
Juneteenth in the Peak is a free festival that celebrates Juneteenth and community. It takes place Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 1 to 8 p.m., at the Apex Town Hall Complex, 73 Hunters Street, Apex, North North Carolina. The festival features live performances, a kids' zone, history exhibits, family activities, food trucks vendors and more. There will also be FREE haircuts and a FREE mobile … [Read more...] about Juneteenth in the Peak in Apex June 20
Capital City Juneteenth Celebration at Dix Park June 20
Juneteenth celebrates the abolition of slavery in the United States, as well as the rich and vibrant African-American culture. The Capital City Juneteenth Celebration takes place at Dix Park's Harvey Hill, 693 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 2 to 6:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy entertainment, kids activities, vendors and food at this … [Read more...] about Capital City Juneteenth Celebration at Dix Park June 20
Juneteenth Tours at Pope House Museum June 19-21
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Dr. M. T. Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Special Juneteenth tours will be held every day (except Mondays) from Friday, June 19, to Sunday, June 21, 2026. The tours are free to attend. Learn the inspiring story of Dr. Manassa T. Pope and the struggles of other free African Americans in their fight for freedom in North … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Tours at Pope House Museum June 19-21
Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise
Stonehenge, near Salisbury, England, is probably the world's most recognizable prehistoric monument. The earliest structures are pits that appear to have held large pine totem-pole like posts, erected between 8500 and 7000 BC. The stones that we know today were set up around 2500 BC, and were arranged in the iconic circle around 200 or 300 years later. The largest of Stonehenge stones are 30 … [Read more...] about Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise
Mystic Father’s Day Picnic and Tournament of Dads June 20
Mystic Farm & Distillery is set on a 22-acre farm at 1413 Stallings Road, Durham, NC, just minutes from Downtown Durham and North Raleigh. It's a home-grown operation: they grow their own wheat and corn to distill and barrel in their 3000 square foot distillery. They've got bee hives on the farm producing honey. You can find Mystic's upcoming events by following their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Mystic Father’s Day Picnic and Tournament of Dads June 20
Cary’s Juneteenth Celebration June 20
The Town of Cary is celebrating Juneteenth on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 4 to 9:30 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Experience a jubilant Juneteenth Celebration curated by Historian Darrell Stover! Experience the spirit of “freedom dance” as movement takes center stage, honoring expression, resilience, and joy through live performances and moments that … [Read more...] about Cary’s Juneteenth Celebration June 20
Father’s Day at Holly Springs Farmers Market June 20: Balloon toss, dad jokes, more…
The Holly Springs Farmers Market is at 300 W. Ballentine Street, outside the Holly Springs Cultural Center. Winter Hours:November to AprilEvery Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Regular Hours:May to October Every Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Holly Springs Farmers Market hosts many special events throughout the year. Here's one: Father's Day at the MarketSaturday, June 20, 20268 a.m. to 12 … [Read more...] about Father’s Day at Holly Springs Farmers Market June 20: Balloon toss, dad jokes, more…
Wayback Burgers: Free shakes on June 20, no purchase required
Wayback Burgers is celebrating the start of summer with free shakes on Saturday, June 20, 2026. No purchase is required. The free shake will be a 12 oz. Vanilla Milkshake. One per person. In-restaurant only, while supplies last. The offer is good at participating locations only. There are several locations in and near the Triangle. Find your closest one here. The celebration doesn’t stop … [Read more...] about Wayback Burgers: Free shakes on June 20, no purchase required
Vege-Palooza at Weaver Street Market Raleigh on Aug. 22
Weaver Street Raleigh, at 404 West Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Vege-Palooza on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is free to attend. Looking to get more veggies into your diet? Join Vege-Palooza to find out more. This event will offer vegan and vegetarian tastings, samplings and cooking demonstrations. … [Read more...] about Vege-Palooza at Weaver Street Market Raleigh on Aug. 22
