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Juneteenth Celebration at Latta University Historic Park

Latta University Historic Park 1001 Parker Street, Raleigh, NC

Enjoy a celebratory Juneteenth festival with live storytelling, musical performances, food trucks, and crafts for kids in a historic park honoring African American freedom and community. We will have two featured storytellers highlighting the history of Juneteenth, along with other activities! Donna Washington and Mitch Capel, also known as "Gran'daddy Junebug", will entertain and inspire with their stories. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a day filled with stories, music, food, and connection. Location: Latta University Historic Park Date: Saturday, June 21 Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Fourth of July Fireworks

Lenovo Center 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC

We’re celebrating Fourth of July with fireworks around the Lenovo Center and Carter-Finley Stadium.  We enjoyed having our fireworks show out at Dix Park. This year, we’re throwing it back to the stadium complex for a firework-focused event.  Parking opens at 6 p.m. and fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.

Birthday in Bloom

DIX Park 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC

Celebrate Dix Park's 10th Birthday at the Sunflower Field! Learn more about Birthday in Bloom!

Back to School Jamboree at John Chavis Memorial Park

John Chavis Community Center 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, United States

Bounce into fun at John Chavis Memorial Park! Enjoy giant inflatables, food trucks, crafts, games, and more! Students can grab a free lunch box and water bottle while supplies last! Date: Saturday, Aug. 16 Time: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Fourth Ward Events

Estey Hall, Shaw University 118 East South Street, Raleigh

August 22nd Fourth Ward Tour leaving Shaw University Ester Hall at 5.30. The tours are 20 minutes long August 23rd Fourth Ward Reunion Roberts Park Community Center 1pm to 5pm August 24th Fourth Ward Gospel Extravaganza at Fletcher Hall from 4pm to 7pm Free

Fourth Ward Events

Roberts Park Community Center 1300 E. Martin St, Raleigh, NC

August 22nd Fourth Ward Tour leaving Shaw University Ester Hall at 5.30. The tours are 20 minutes long August 23rd Fourth Ward Reunion Roberts Park Community Center 1pm to 5pm August 24th Fourth Ward Gospel Extravaganza at Fletcher Hall from 4pm to 7pm Free

Raleigh Transportation Job Fair!

Raleigh Central Operations Facility 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh, NC

Are you ready to help make a difference in your community and in your city? Take the lead in your career and prioritize your passion for operations by joining our collaborative job fair! This is a FREE job fair and open to all! Positions range from entry-level to experienced operators. CDL and non-CDL positions available! Chat with Transportation hiring managers and field staff! 22+ positions to be filled including: Transportation Workers Equipment Operators I and II Heavy Equipment Operators II and III Seasonal Leaf Collection (no experience required) Teransportation Job Fair! 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh Friday, September 12 & Saturday, September 13 9am - 2pm, both days Please bring resume, ID and references. Snacks and beverages provided.

Raleigh Transportation Job Fair!

Raleigh Central Operations Facility 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh, NC

Are you ready to help make a difference in your community and in your city? Take the lead in your career and prioritize your passion for operations by joining our collaborative job fair! This is a FREE job fair and open to all! Positions range from entry-level to experienced operators. CDL and non-CDL positions available! Chat with Transportation hiring managers and field staff! 22+ positions to be filled including: Transportation Workers Equipment Operators I and II Heavy Equipment Operators II and III Seasonal Leaf Collection (no experience required) Teransportation Job Fair! 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh Friday, September 12 & Saturday, September 13 9am - 2pm, both days Please bring resume, ID and references. Snacks and beverages provided.

Boleros y Libros – Ballads & Books

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

We are excited to invite you all to our Boleros y Libros! Ballads & Books event at the City of Raleigh Museum on Sept. 21 from 12 to 4 p.m. We are even more thrilled to introduce you to our featured artist, Ana Jimena. This will be her first solo event as a headliner, and we couldn't be prouder to provide her with this amazing opportunity. Nos llena de entusiasmo invitarle a nuestro evento "Boleros y Libros" en el Museo de la Ciudad de Raleigh el 21 de septiembre de 2025, de 12 a 4 p.m. Nos emociona aún más presentarle a nuestra artista destacada, Ana Jimena. Este será su primer evento en solitario como artista principal y no podríamos estar más orgullosos de brindarle esta increíble oportunidad. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Sunday, Sept. 21 Time: Noon - 4 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free No registration is required

Raleigh Tamale Festival

Moore Square 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC

Join us at Moore Square for a fun-filled day at the Raleigh Tamale Festival, on Saturday, Sept. 27! Bring the whole family to enjoy a variety of food trucks, vendors, exciting activities, and performances, plus a competition for the best tamale in Raleigh. Don’t miss out on this celebration of culture, music, and delicious tamales! Ages: All Cost: Free ¡Acompáñenos en Moore Square para un día lleno de diversión en el Festival del Tamal de Raleigh, el sábado 27 de septiembre! Trae a toda la familia a disfrutar de una variedad de camiones de comida, vendedores, emocionantes actividades y presentaciones, además de una competencia por el mejor tamal de Raleigh. ¡No se pierdan esta celebración de cultura, música y deliciosos tamales! Edades: Todas Costo: Gratis

Dominican Heritage Festival

Carolina Pines Community Center 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

Music, Food and Culture! Join us at the Dominican Heritage Festival! Stop by our Community Engagement van to pick up free resources and learn about city services. Sunday, October 5 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Carolina Pines Community Center 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh   ¡Acompáñanos en el Festival de la Herencia Dominicana! Visita nuestra Camioneta de Participación Comunitaria para recoger recursos gratuitos y conocer más sobre los servicios de la ciudad. Domingo, 5 de octubre 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Centro Comunitario Carolina Pines 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh

Iron Pour at Sertoma: Art in the Making

Sertoma Arts Center 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

Join artist Jim Gallucci and his team for an iron pour and see public art for Sertoma Park being created in real time! Watch as molten iron is poured into sand molds during this dramatic and high-energy event and learn about the scratch block process—a unique way to design cast iron artwork. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and heat of the pour, grab a bite from local food trucks, and take part in a fun, creative experience for all ages. The event starts at 11am with the furnace lighting around noon. Enjoy food trucks and crafts while you wait for the iron to reach 3000 degrees Farenheit—the temperature at which the molten iron can be cast. Jim and his team will pour almost 1,400 lbs from 2 to 4pm. Learn more about Public Art at Sertoma Arts Center. In the event of a weather cancellation, a rain date will occur Sunday, October 12.