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Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP

Research Triangle Park is hosting the 3rd Annual Party in the Park: A Celebration of Juneteenth, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. It will take place at The Hub RTP, 3150 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This free event includes: The first 50 guests will get a free icee. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and a swimsuit or splash-friendly clothing. The rain date is June 20, … [Read more...] about Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP

Funkytown Festival in Franklinton June 14

The Town of Franklinton is hosting the Funkytown Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., on Main Street in Downtown Franklinton. Franklinton is about 26 miles to the northeast of Raleigh. It's close to Wake Forest. Funkytown Festival is a 70s and 80s themed festival, and is free to attend. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Funkytown Festival in Franklinton June 14

Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 14

The Annual Triangle Community Band Festival will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Multiple food trucks will be on site. Admission is free. The concert will feature five regional community bands:  Food vendors: Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. All bands will play an encore together. … [Read more...] about Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 14

Apex Pride Festival June 14

Apex Pride is presenting the Apex Pride Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free festival is to honor and celebrate the LGTQ+ community members and loved ones.  The festival includes: Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Apex Pride Festival June 14

Fridays on the Front Porch at Carolina Inn: Live music and food trucks

Carolina Inn, at 211 Pittsboro Street, on the UNC campus in Chapel Hill, hosts Fridays on the Front Porch, a free outdoor concert series. The Carolina Inn announced that the series will be returning on May 1, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., with the band The Back Roads performing. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site. Band and Food Truck Schedule for Fridays on the Front Porch in … [Read more...] about Fridays on the Front Porch at Carolina Inn: Live music and food trucks

Sonark Media Presents: Jazz at the Barn – Katharine Whalen’s Jazz Squad May 30

Sonark Media is presenting Jazz at the Barn on Friday, May 30, 2025, from 8 to 10 p.m. This is a FREE event. It takes p lace at Sonark Farms, 5292 Sonark Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina. The concert features Katharaine Whalen's Jazz Squad. Enjoy a magical evening under the stars. … [Read more...] about Sonark Media Presents: Jazz at the Barn – Katharine Whalen’s Jazz Squad May 30

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Live in the District Music Series at Park West Village on Thursdays

Live in the District is a free outdoor concert series in Park West Village. It takes place in front of B&B Theatres -- Park West 14, 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville. Live in the District is happening every Thursday from April 17 to May 22, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.  This concert features some very popular beach music bands. Sit, stand, or dance! Local breweries and … [Read more...] about Live in the District Music Series at Park West Village on Thursdays

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