The Lunar New Year takes place February 10, 2024, and is celebrated all month long, starting in mid-January. Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it's also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea. 2024 is the Year of the Dragon in most Asian countries! If you were born in 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964 or 1952, after the Lunar New Year (late January or … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year — how to celebrate the Year of the Dragon in the Triangle
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Lunar New Year celebration at Lake Lynn Community Center
The City of Raleigh is presenting a free Lunar New Year program on Sunday, February 4, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Lake Lynn Community Center, 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy games, crafts, and the Lion Dance. This event is brought to you by the Cultural Outreach and Enrichment (COE) Program, Wah Lum Kung Fu of Raleigh, and Lake Lynn Community Center. … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year celebration at Lake Lynn Community Center
23rd Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Jan 27
The 23rd Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of History, 5 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. North Carolina Museum of History's annual event will, as always, be free to experience. It's the kickoff to Black History Month in Raleigh. You can also follow the Facebook event for … [Read more...] about 23rd Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Jan 27
Chinese New Year Festival with TACAS Jan 27
The Triangle's largest Chinese New Year celebration returns in 2024. Celebrate the Year of the Dragon! The 2024 NC TACAS Chinese New Year Festival takes place Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will be at Dorton Arena at the North Carolina Sate Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC. Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Kids under age 6 are admitted for … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year Festival with TACAS Jan 27
53rd Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 18
The 53rd Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival will take place Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This festival is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. This is a FREE event for all ages. The event includes: Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Check back soon for details! … [Read more...] about 53rd Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 18
Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
The Ujima Group, Inc. in partnership with the Town of Cary, will host its 29th annual Kwanzaa Celebration on December 29, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary. Cary Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. Featured will be Darrell Stover, Master of Ceremonies; Willa Brigham, storyteller; and … [Read more...] about Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
Scandinavian Christmas Fair
The annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair takes place Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Admission is $7 for adults and free for children 12 and under. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair is an authentic celebration of the traditions of the Scandinavian countries of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, … [Read more...] about Scandinavian Christmas Fair
American Indian Heritage Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Nov 18
North Carolina Museum of History's popular American Indian Heritage Celebration will take place on November 18, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the museum, at 5 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC. This is a free event. It takes inside and outside of the museum. This festival is an annual celebration of the rich diversity and contributions of American Indians in North Carolina for over 14,000 … [Read more...] about American Indian Heritage Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Nov 18
The International Festival 2023 Nov 3-5
The International Festival will take place November 3 to 5, 2023, at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC. Over 30 cultures will be represented in this celebration. Early bird tickets are $5 for a one-day pass. Purchase here. They'll go up to $6. The festival will include a naturalization ceremony for 120 new American citizens on Friday, November 3, … [Read more...] about The International Festival 2023 Nov 3-5
7th Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 3
The City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is hosting the 7th Annual Day of the Deal celebration on Friday, November 3, 2023, from 6 to 9 p.m. The event is in collaboration with Artist Studio Project and The Friends of COR Museum. This year the focus is Indigenous Voices. Visual artist Lety Alvarez will create the Day of the Dead … [Read more...] about 7th Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 3