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
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Gig in the Park: Free Concert Series at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park
Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, at 301 Goldsboro Street S, Wilson, NC, is hosting Gig in the Park, a free concert series. It takes place every other Thursday from April 24 to June 19, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. The band lineup was announced on Facebook. Bring a chair or blanket. There will be food trucks, along with beer and wine. No outside beverages or coolers. Proceeds from the beverage … [Read more...] about Gig in the Park: Free Concert Series at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park
Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell
Wendell's Meet on Main Concert Series includes live music, a kids' zone, food truck rodeo and beer and wine for purchase. The concerts take place in Downtown Wendell on four Fridays, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., and are free to attend. Meet on Main 2025 Schedule … [Read more...] about Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell
Blueberry Bonanza at The Plant in Pittsboro on June 15
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting Blueberry Bonanza on Sunday, June 14, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free event to celebrate the blueberry! At this event: … [Read more...] about Blueberry Bonanza at The Plant in Pittsboro on June 15
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
Knightdale African American Festival June 14
The Town of Knightdale is presenting the Knightdale African American Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 4 to 9 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. This free, family-friendly event features: … [Read more...] about Knightdale African American Festival 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
Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro
Music Maker Relief Foundation's Freight Train Blues Concert Series is returning in 2025. It will take place on Friday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., from May 16 to June 13, 2025, at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, NC. This is a free concert series. Food and beer will be available for purchase. Freight Train Blues 2025 Lineup More About Freight Train … [Read more...] about Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro
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. Check back soon to see the schedule. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site. Band and Food Truck Schedule for Fridays on the Front Porch Here's the info for the Fridays on the first few Front Porch concerts in 2025. The schedule is … [Read more...] about Fridays on the Front Porch at Carolina Inn: Live music and food trucks
