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oin us for the 4th Annual International Children's Day! Enjoy books, crafts, and performances! Learn more about the Annual International Children's Day! Location: City of Raleigh Museum Ages: All Cost: Free

Big Ideas, Big Party, and Big Opportunity to shape the future of Raleigh’s Historic Nash Square – Join Us! Raleigh’s historic Nash Square is receiving new love and attention through the Nash Square Public Realm planning project. Join us at Nash Square on Saturday, May 30, from 2 to 6 p.m. for a family-friendly public block party, where you can review initial design concepts based on public engagement to date and provide feedback on the future of this vital public space. The City’s design team, led by Raleigh Parks staff and consultant Reed Hilderbrand, is developing a long-range plan to guide the future of the park and its surrounding edges. The team brings together a wide variety of subject matter experts, city departments, local partners, and communities to envision the future of this shared space. Our goal is to hear from as many Raleigh residents as possible that live, work, or play in and around Nash Square!  Details Location: Nash Square & Whiskey Kitchen Date: Saturday, May 30 Time: 2 - 6 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free Learn more about a New Nash Bash

Join us for this installment of the Pullen and Fletcher Park free summer concert series! Each summer, local artists donate their talent and time to put on a great free show for the community. On select Sundays from now until Aug. 16, we will host groups performing a variety of different genres that will help set the tone for an awesome evening at these two beautiful facilities. Fred Fletcher Park 805 Washington Street, Raleigh, NC May 31 - SWAG June 7 - Blue Notes Jazz Band July 12 - Invitation July 19 - Thelonius July 26 - Capital Aug. 2 - The Holly Springs Community Band Aug. 9 - Triangle Sax Ensemble Aug. 23 - Carpe Diem Saxophone Quartet Pullen Park 520 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC June 21 - Eat a Peach June 28 - Triangle Taiko Aug. 16  - Bull City Trio Details Sunday Evenings Time: 6 - 8 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free Know Before You Go Please bring your own blanket or chair Performers may change without notice Concerts are free, but tips are encouraged At Pullen Park, food will be available for purchase at the cafe At Fletcher Park, please bring your own food and beverages Pullen Park […]

We’re excited to welcome select Live After 5 performances to Moore Square as part of Downtown Raleigh's summer concert series, presented by Downtown Raleigh Alliance. Join us for free live music, food trucks, and an unforgettable evening downtown. Shows begin at 7 p.m. Live After 5 Moore Square Dates and Lineup June 4: River Shook July 30: Fancy Gap August 13: Harvey Street Learn more about Live After 5 Details Location: Moore Square Park Dates and Time: Select Thursdays at 7 p.m. Ages: Family-friendly Cost: Free

Join the Historic Raleigh Trolley for Raleigh’s Pride Ride, celebrating the city’s LGBTQ+ history. This ride highlights historic locations, neighborhoods, businesses, churches, and other points of interest throughout the city connected to Raleigh’s LGBTQ+ community. Tickets are $12 per person and can be purchased in person at the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center or over the phone at 919-996-4364. Please arrive at Mordecai Historic Park 15 minutes before your tour time. For more information, call 919-996-4364. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Date: Sunday, June 7 Tour Times: 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. Ages: All Cost: $12 for adults Get Tickets on RecLink

2026 Summer Concert Series June 7 - Blue Notes Jazz Band Fred Fletcher Park - 805 Washington Street, Raleigh, NC Time: 6 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free Know Before You Go Please bring your own blanket or chair Performers may change without notice Concerts are free, but tips are encouraged At Pullen Park, food will be available for purchase at the cafe At Fletcher Park, please bring your own food and beverages Pullen Park Amusements are open until 8 p.m. It may be canceled for inclement weather. For updates, contact 919-996-6468

Join us at John Chavis Memorial Park for a historic Juneteenth celebration! Come together with family, friends, and neighbors for a free day and evening of culture, entertainment, and fun as we honor history and celebrate freedom, resilience and community. Day Party: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Splash into excitement with waterslides and water games, get creative with art on canvas and hands-on crafts, enjoy a live DJ spinning feel-good tunes, explore vendor booths, participate in interactive activities, take advatage of heath and wellness screenings, cool off at the splash pad, and fuel up with delicious offerings from food trucks. Night Party: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Keep the fun going with live bands and performances by local artists, dance to DJ-curated music, enjoy interactive activities, face painting, inflatables, and browse vendor booths, all under the evening sky for a festive and memorable night. Whether you're here to dance, create, connect, or just soak in the festive atmosphere, there's something for everyone. Don't miss this celebration of culture, community, and joy! Details Location: John Chavis Memorial Park Ages: All Cost: Free

Celebrate Juneteenth with us by learning more about its history! Torrey Dixon will speak on the legal journey of Juneteenth. Born in the last capital of the Southern Confederacy (Danville, Va), Special Deputy Attorney General Torrey Dixon, who began his career as a civil rights attorney, will deliver the second of a two-part series on the legal and historical significance of Juneteenth in spoken word. Presented by the City of Raleigh Museum in Partnership with the Capital City Lawyers Association. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Friday, June 19 Time: 2 - 3:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Explore the city aboard the Historic Raleigh Trolley and learn more about the historic homes, schools, churches, and businesses that are important to the capital city’s Black history. Hour-long Saturday tours begin and end at Mordecai Historic Park. Guests are encouraged to arrive early for receipt verification and timely boarding. Receipts are required to board the trolley and will be emailed upon purchase online, by phone, or at the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center. Both digital and printed receipts will be accepted. For questions or assistance, please call 919-996-4364. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Date: Saturday, June 20 Tour Times: 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. Ages: All Cost: $12 for adults Get Tickets on RecLink