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
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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
Canceled: Patriotic Pet Parade at The Raleigh Market June 29
UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to the extreme heat. The Raleigh Market, at 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, is hosting a Patriotic Pet Parade on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 11 a.m. It's free to enter, and prizes will be awarded, including a $100 grand prize. Advance registration is required. Dress your pet (and yourself) in patriotic gear and compete for: The Raleigh Market is … [Read more...] about Canceled: Patriotic Pet Parade at The Raleigh Market June 29
Hillsborough Handmade Parade returns on June 1
Once every other year, the streets of Hillsborough are filled with the the creativity and excitement of the Handmade Parade. The spectacle returns on June 1, 2024. The parade takes place at 4 p.m., with a handmade market from 12 to 6 p.m. Hillsborough's Handmade Parade The parade features costumes, painted faces, puppets, stilt walkers, marching bands, dancers and more. It's an event unique … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Handmade Parade returns on June 1
Canceled: Three Kings Day Parade in Cary Jan 11
UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to the expected weather. The 20th Annual Desfile de Día de Reyes, or Three Kings Day Parade, will take place on North Academy Street in Downtown Cary, NC. It takes place on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 1 p.m. Follow Diamante Arts & Culture Center on Facebook for announcements about the event. The parade is presented by Diamante Arts & … [Read more...] about Canceled: Three Kings Day Parade in Cary Jan 11
Bull City Juneteenth Parade
The Bull City Juneteenth Parade takes place Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 10 a.m. It takes place at the North Carolina Central University, 170 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC. The parade opens with a chain-cutting ceremony and a Jubilee as participants celebrate down Fayetteville Street on NCCU Campus. The parade will feature a vibrant procession of marching bands, and community groups, all … [Read more...] about Bull City Juneteenth Parade
The Durham Art Parade — create art and be in the parade!
The Durham Art Parade is a free event taking place Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It will start and end at the Scrap Exchange parking lot at The Shoppes at Lakewood, 2050 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC. The route is 1.7 miles long. Anyone can participate in the parade, but please register. The parade procession welcomes: If you would like to perform (in a non-mobile way) … [Read more...] about The Durham Art Parade — create art and be in the parade!
Efland Christmas Parade
The Efland Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, December 10th, 2022, at 10 a.m. The parade line-up will be at 9 a.m. on the gravel drive next to the car wash (at the stop light). The parade will travel from this spot, down Forrest Ave, and end at the Ruritan Club building, 3009 Forrest Avenue, Efland, North Carolina. There will be cookies and hot chocolate at the Ruritan Club … [Read more...] about Efland Christmas Parade
1st Annual Raleigh Juneteenth Jubilee Parade June 25
The first annual Juneteenth Jubilee Parade will take place on Saturday, June 25th, 2022, at 10 a.m. It starts at East Street and Morson Street and ends at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh. View this map to see the exact ending location. The Grand Marshal of the parade is Dr. Frank Fields, a businessman and educator who is a community steward and wellness … [Read more...] about 1st Annual Raleigh Juneteenth Jubilee Parade June 25
