The Town of Wake Forest is presenting a two-day Juneteenth celebration for the whole family, on Friday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21, 2025. Friday, June 20 A Community Gathering at Taylor Street Park, 416 N Taylor Street, Wake Forest, will take place from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Enjoy giveaways, Jay's Italian Ice, arts and crafts and more. The sprayground will be open. Saturday, June … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration in Wake Forest — Community Gathering, Festival, more…
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20th Annual NC Juneteenth Celebration June 21
The 19th annual North Carolina Juneteenth Celebration will take place Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the NCCU Latham Surface Lot, 705 E Lawson Street, Durham, North Carolina. Juneteenth marks the day, June 19, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to enslaved African–Americans in Texas. The festival takes place from 1 to 8 … [Read more...] about 20th Annual NC Juneteenth Celebration June 21
Country Soul Songbook: Juneteenth Jamboree at The Cary Theater
Breakout artist Misha Fair is coming to The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, to lead Juneteenth Jamboree on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12. Crafted with the help of Country Soul Songbook's Kamara Thomas, Misha takes the stage with expressive lyrics and classic country vocals. Misha has been turning heads through her heartfelt songwriting and dynamic … [Read more...] about Country Soul Songbook: Juneteenth Jamboree at The Cary Theater
Kids can make a free Schleich Bag Tag at Marbles PlayStore June 20
On Friday, June 20, 2025, kids can stop by the Marbles PlayStore, 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a free schleich Bag Tag Make & Take. Kids will create their own custom bag tag to take home. The activity is open to the first 50 participants, so make sure to come early! No museum admission is needed to take part in this activity in the … [Read more...] about Kids can make a free Schleich Bag Tag at Marbles PlayStore June 20
Groovin’ in Garner — free outdoor concert series
Downtown Garner is presenting a free outdoor concert series one Friday a month from June to September, 2025, except for July. Groovin' in Garner takes place on the Garner Recreation Center lawn, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site, or you can purchase dinner from one of the Downtown Garner restaurants. Beer and … [Read more...] about Groovin’ in Garner — free outdoor concert series
Smithfield River Jam Concert Series: Liquid Pleasure June 20
The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2025. It will take place at the Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. The concerts are all at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live music, food and fun. This concert was announced on Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department's Special Events … [Read more...] about Smithfield River Jam Concert Series: Liquid Pleasure June 20
Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth in Smithfield
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 S 2nd Street, in Smithfield, invites the community to a Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 6 to 6:30 p.m. There is no charge to walk the labyrinth. Light refreshments will be provided by Daughters of the King. Stay for the 7 p.m. River Jam Concert at nearby Neuse River Amphitheater, hosted by the Town of Smithfield. Learn about … [Read more...] about Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth in Smithfield
Summer Solstice Party at Eno River Farm June 20
Eno River Farm, at 2127 St Marys Road, Hillsborough, is a berry farm (pick your own blackberries and blueberries) and ice cream shop. They are hosting a Summer Solstice Party on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 11 a.m. until they close at 8 p.m. There will be multiple bands playing during the day. La Republica Taco Truck will be on site. Enjoy ice cream, pick fruit and more! No entry cost is … [Read more...] about Summer Solstice Party at Eno River Farm June 20
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
Remembering: Juneteenth in the Hayti Neighborhood on June 20
Remembering: Juneteenth in the Hayti Neighborhood takes place Friday, June 20, 2025, from 3 to 9 p.m., at Stanford L. Warren Library, 508 Simmons Street, Durham, North Carolina. This event is free and open to all. As part of the DURM Juneteenth Collaborative’s citywide celebration, this event brings together live music, visual and performance art, wellness offerings, a vibrant community … [Read more...] about Remembering: Juneteenth in the Hayti Neighborhood on June 20