Looking for something fun to do this summer? We’ve got you covered! In addition to Pride and Juneteenth festivals statewide, there are tons of events to attend, from a Hurricanes parade to music festivals to a celebration of America’s 250th birthday!
The Carolina Hurricanes have taken the state by storm as they bring home the Stanley Cup for the first time in twenty years. North Carolina Governor Josh Stein and Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell announced there will be a parade in downtown Raleigh on Saturday, June 20th to celebrate the championship win. The parade will begin at 11am. The morning after the game, Governor Stein jokingly posted an excused absence letter for North Carolinians who, like his family, stayed up late celebrating the win.
Calling all music fans! Looking for some sweet tunes to enjoy in the Triangle and beyond? Check out these upcoming acts and music festivals:
June 17:
June 18-20:
June 26:
North Carolina is hosting its NC Folk Fest in downtown Greensboro, NC, from September 18 to the 20th. The festival will have awesome headliners such as The Roots, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, and Molly Tuttle. The best part: it’s all free! There will also be a Local Folk GSO Concert Series that provides a platform for local, emerging folk artists to showcase their talents:
Sunday, June 21 at Back Table
- Featuring: Shana Tucker and Kay Marion
Friday, July 24 at The Flat Iron
- Featuring: Rissi Palmer and Mayia Warren
Friday, August 14 at The Crown
- Featuring: Justin Golden and Murphy Campbell
Festival Weekend Kickoff: Thursday, September 17 at The Pyrle
- Featuring: Oh He Dead and Sunqueen and the Soular Flares
June 19th, or Juneteenth, will be here before we know it! Juneteenth is an annual holiday in celebration of freedom. This Juneteenth, we honor the sacrifices, resilience, and culture of Black Americans. Enjoy great food, vendors, games, music, and community by checking out these cool events:
June 19:
June 20:
- Juneteenth in Durham
- Juneteenth in Cary
- Apex’s Juneteenth
- Capital City Juneteenth Celebration
- Juneteenth Grand Cookout
Pride is about loving loudly and living your truth. It is a time for community, advocacy, mobilization, and fun! To celebrate, check out these local events:
June 25:
June 26-27:
June 27:
