Sunday, June 21, 2026, is National Smoothie Day and the first day of summer. Here are some ways to enjoy the day with free or discount smoothies in the Triangle. Make sure to follow each link for the important details. Also, please note that every deal is at participating locations only. If you want to be sure that a location is participating before you head out, call first. Jamba Jamba is … [Read more...] about Free (and discount) smoothies for National Smoothie Day and the start of summer
Triangle solstice
Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth June 21
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 S 2nd Street, in Smithfield, North Carolina, invites the community to a Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 7 to 7:30 p.m. There is no charge to walk the labyrinth. This event is a time for personal growth. The labyrinth is also open to the public year-round for meditative self-guided walks. Learn about this labyrinth and 8 other … [Read more...] about Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth June 21
Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise
Stonehenge, near Salisbury, England, is probably the world's most recognizable prehistoric monument. The earliest structures are pits that appear to have held large pine totem-pole like posts, erected between 8500 and 7000 BC. The stones that we know today were set up around 2500 BC, and were arranged in the iconic circle around 200 or 300 years later. The largest of Stonehenge stones are 30 … [Read more...] about Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise
Wayback Burgers: Free shakes on June 20, no purchase required
Wayback Burgers is celebrating the start of summer with free shakes on Saturday, June 20, 2026. No purchase is required. The free shake will be a 12 oz. Vanilla Milkshake. One per person. In-restaurant only, while supplies last. The offer is good at participating locations only. There are several locations in and near the Triangle. Find your closest one here. The celebration doesn’t stop … [Read more...] about Wayback Burgers: Free shakes on June 20, no purchase required
Planet Smoothie: Free Lunar Lemonade on National Smoothie Day June 21
Planet Smoothie is celebrating National Smoothie Day on Saturday, June 21, 2026, with a special deal. Get a 20oz Lunar Lemonade smoothie from 2 to 5 p.m. The deal is only for Planet VIP members and you need to be a member by June 19, 2026, to qualify for the offer. Learn about Planet VIP membership, and sign up, here. There's no cost to join. Participating locations only. No substitutions. … [Read more...] about Planet Smoothie: Free Lunar Lemonade on National Smoothie Day June 21
National Smoothie Day: $1 Smoothies at Jamba June 21
Jamba is celebrating National Smoothie Day with a special deal. On Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jamba is offering a small Mango-a-Go-Go or Strawberry Whirl Smoothie (16-oz.) for just $1 (excluding add-ons, extras and taxes) at participating locations. The deal is only available in-shop — not for online orders, drive-thru, kiosks, or delivery. Limit one per person. Not … [Read more...] about National Smoothie Day: $1 Smoothies at Jamba June 21
Solstice Lantern Walk and Market in Hillsborough Dec 20
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
Winter Solstice Hike at West Point on the Eno Dec. 21
Durham Parks & Recreation is leading a Winter Solstice Hike at West Point on the Eno on Saturday, December 21, 2025, from 2 to 3 p.m. The group of hikers will meet at the Environmental Education Pavilion of West Point on the Eno, at 253 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. It costs $1.50 for City of Durham residents, and $6.50 for non-residents. Registration is … [Read more...] about Winter Solstice Hike at West Point on the Eno Dec. 21
The Magick Makers Winter Solstice Faire at Durham Central Park
The Magick Makers' Winter Solstice Market will take place on Saturday, December 21, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This free event will feature: … [Read more...] about The Magick Makers Winter Solstice Faire at Durham Central Park
Celebrate winter solstice in the Triangle with a lantern walk, labyrinths, and more — 2025
Winter solstice takes place when one of the Earth's poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. When that happens, we experience the shortest number of hours of sunlight in the year. Winter solstice marks the beginning of the winter season. After winter solstice, the days start getting longer, with a little more sunlight each day. Winter solstice takes place on December 21, … [Read more...] about Celebrate winter solstice in the Triangle with a lantern walk, labyrinths, and more — 2025
