Upcoming Events
University City Juneteenth Art Fest
Friday, June 19th, 4-8pm. University City Juneteenth Art Fest. The Boardwalk at University City, Lakefront. 8931 J M Keynes Drive Charlotte, NC 28262. “A Celebration of Culture, Creativity, and Community” JuneteenthArtFest.org
The University City Juneteenth Art Fest is sponsored by ASC Culture Blocks — a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.
Crosby Advocacy Group’s Juneteenth Celebration
June 20, 2026 11am – 3pm. Crosby Advocacy Group’s Juneteenth Celebration. Southeast Raleigh YMCA. 1436 Rock Quarry Rd, Raleigh, NC. Immerse yourself in a fun and restorative Juneteenth experience of dance, meditation and Yoga as we celebrate our right to thrive, rest, heal and find joy. FREE
Tank and the Bangas-The Last Balloon Tour: A Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration
June 20, 2026. 5pm. Tank and the Bangas-The Last Balloon Tour: A Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration. Cat’s Cradle. 300 E Main St, Carrboro, NC. With ¡Tumbao!, Ariel J, and more.
Jambalaya Soul Slam Annual I-85 Lyric Slam
June 21, 2026 at 6pm. The Jambalaya Soul Slam I-85 Lyric Slam Sunday Edition. Doors at 5:30pm. This is a competition where the participants are slamming with lyrics from their favorite songs. Popular songs, obscure songs, under appreciated songs, any song you like! Tix: https://jambalayajune2026.eventbrite.com . You don’t want to miss this! Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville St, Durham, NC. Info at www.bullcitypoetryslam.com | Questions: jambalayasoulslam@gmail.com
Foundations: Art & Expression at Latta
June 27, 2026. 4-8pm. Foundations: Art & Expression at Latta. Latta Historic Park. 1001 Parker Street, Raleigh, NC. An annual cultural arts gathering that celebrates African-American history, creativity, and community through live performance, visual art, and local vendors, set against the historic landscape of Latta, where past and present meet. FREE.
https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/events/foundations-art-expression-latta