The Solstice Lantern Walk is an annual event that will take place on the Riverwalk in Hillsborough on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. The event marks the beginning of the winter season, and the longest night of the year. The walk starts at Eno River Farmers Market Pavilion, and then proceeds along the River Walk, back to downtown Hillsborough. It's free to participate … [Read more...] about Solstice Lantern Walk and Market in Hillsborough Dec 20
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Zebulon Christmas Parade Dec 14
The Zebulon Christmas Parade takes place Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 3 p.m., in Downtown Zebulon. The Town of Zebulon made the announcement on their Facebook page. Check back soon for more details, including the parade route. … [Read more...] about Zebulon Christmas Parade Dec 14
Railroad Days Festival in Selma Oct 3-5
Selma Railroad Days takes place from September 29 to October 5, 2025, in Selma, North Carolina. It's a festival that celebrates everything that is Selma. Selma is in Johnston County, about 31 miles southeast of Raleigh. The most complete schedule we found is on this Facebook post. Hours: The festival takes place in Downtown Selma. The festival features: Schedule Monday, … [Read more...] about Railroad Days Festival in Selma Oct 3-5
Clayton Christmas Parade Dec 13
The Clayton Christmas Parade takes place on on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 11 a.m. The Parade Route will also change from prior years in response to the construction start for the new Clayton High School. The Parade assembly area will be on all of Atkinson Street and Main Street from Atkinson to Robertson Street. The disassembly/disembarking area will be on Main Street from Smith Street to … [Read more...] about Clayton Christmas Parade Dec 13
Raleigh Christmas Parade Nov 22
Crossroads Ford Apex ABC11 Raleigh Christmas Parade by Shop Local Raleigh takes place Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. It lasts about 2.5 hours and is 1.4 miles long. Parade Route The parade route is approximately 1.4 miles long: How to Watch the Parade If you can't make it to the parade in person, you can also watch on ABC11, starting at 9:30 a.m. Pictures from past Raleigh … [Read more...] about Raleigh Christmas Parade Nov 22
Children’s Independence Day Parade at Durham Central Park
Bring the whole family to Durham Central Park on Friday, July 4, 2025, for the annual Children's Independence Day Parade. This is one of many 4th of July celebrations in the Triangle. The event is scheduled from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. There will be lots of materials from the Scrap Exchange to help kids to decorate bikes, trikes, wagons and strollers. Then everyone will parade through … [Read more...] about Children’s Independence Day Parade at Durham Central Park
76th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration in Durham
The 76th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration will take place Friday, July 4th, 2025, at 10 a.m., at Oval Drive Park, 2200 W. Club Boulevard, Durham. This is Durham's oldest Fourth of July celebration. Learn about other 4th of July celebrations in the Triangle. The following information is provided by by the Watts Hospital-Hillandale Neighborhood … [Read more...] about 76th Annual Watts-Hillandale Fourth of July parade and Celebration in Durham
Juneteenth Celebration, Parade and Cookout in Smithfield
Celebrate Juneteenth in Smithfield, North Carolina, on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. This is a free event in memory of Marlon Lee. Line up at 10 a.m. at the Johnston Alumni Center, 1110 Massey Street, Smithfield, NC, for a parade, which will end at Smith-Collins Park, 909 East Lee Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. At the park, enjoy a cookout, music entertainment, Greek … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration, Parade and Cookout in Smithfield
Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events
The Towns of Chapel Hill and Carrboro are joining together, along with Orgullo Latinx, to celebrate Small Town Pride during June, which is Pride Month. During this time, there will be several events to celebrate and embrace diversity. Chapel Hill Pride! PromenadeSaturday, June 7, 202512 to 3 p.m. Wear your colors. Wave your flag. Walk with Pride. This celebratory march starts at Peace & … [Read more...] about Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events
Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 1
The 22nd Annual NC MLK Black History Month Parade will take place in Durham, NC, on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The parade will start at 12 p.m. and take place on Fayetteville Street in Durham. It's free to attend. The parade will feature: If you'd like to participate in the parade, here is the registration form. … [Read more...] about Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 1
