Triangle Happenings | Summer 2024
Summer is here and there is SO much to do across the Triangle! From sports to concerts, festivals to holiday celebrations, we’ve got a rundown with some of the most exciting things happening this Summer:
Calling all beer lovers…
Don’t miss out on two amazing events happening this Saturday — bonus points if you can stack them back to back!
CLOUDS BREWING | SUMMERTIME BEER FEST:
We are sponsoring this exciting shindig, featuring the best NC Session IPAs, Fruited Beers, Ciders, Seltzers, & Sours, plus the release of their special Pride Month beer. You won’t want to miss it! Be sure to stop by our table for K&Co. swag. Sat 6/8| 3-7pm
WYE HILL BREWING | WYE TURNS 5:
Celebrate a spectacular FIVE years of Wye Hill featuring Gov’t Cheeseburger, the release of WH’s special anniversary beer, plus a DJ and raffle of (included in your ticket). Sat 6/8 | 11am
Rather be at a sporting event?
There are so many exciting options to catch:
SOCCER: Don’t miss The Soccer Tournament, June 5-10. A sold-out sensation in 2023, this 7 on 7, winner-take-all tournament gives $1 million to the winning squad (one to the women’s and one to the men’s). Or you can always catch a regular NC Courage (women’s) or North Carolina FC (men’s) game.
GOLF: Many years ago, Emily went with her mom & sister down to Pinehurst to catch the U.S. Open. This year Pinehurst hosts again June 10th-16th. It is certainly worth the drive!
BASEBALL: Last but certainly not least, get your fill of local baseball by snagging tickets to either the Durham Bulls or Carolina Mud Cats.
Concerts & shows galore
Raleigh Little Theatre presents Kinky Boots, June 7-23 . A fun show to get you dancing in your seat.
Cirque du Soleil, one of Emily’s all-time favorite groups, is bringing their Corteo to Raleigh Aug 8-11
Live After 5: If you’re looking for a FREE show, don’t miss the DTR series on Weds this summer!
North Hills Beach Music: Another classic FREE option for taking in some live music (thru June 27)
PNC Arena shows include: Justin Timberlake (6/12), Tim McGraw (6/22), & Blink-182 (7/30)
Koka Booth Amphitheatre has: The Flaming Lips (7/17), Cake (8/6), & John Legend (8/11)
Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek: DMB (6/14), Willie Nelson/Bob Dylan (6/23), Red Hot Chili Peppers (6/26), The Doobie Brothers (7/31)
Red Hat Amphitheatre: Goose (6/18), O.A.R. (7/16)
AND the NC Museum of Art has a wide range of both musical guests & movie nights to choose from
There is much to celebrate!
JUNETEENTH: Capital City Juneteenth Celebration at Dix Park, June 17 . Head to Dix Park for the FREE Family day for live music, dancers, speakers, kids' activities and more.
PRIDE: 12th Annual Out! Raleigh Pride, June 22
Organized by the LGBT Center of Raleigh, this is the area's annual, family-friendly street festival that celebrates the LGBT community and its allies. Stop by Fayetteville Street for performers, speakers, & vendors.
4th of JULY: City of Raleigh July 4th Celebration at Dix Park, July 4. If you’re hoping to catch Raleigh’s biggest annual fireworks display, head to Dix Park for field games, music, and of course, the big show!
Eat, play, shop, or just stroll
Seems like there’s a festival for everyone and everything. Here are a few you might like:
Bubbles & Brisket: June 8, Features 10 BBQ pit-master chefs & an tons of sparkling beverages
Raleigh’s Summer Festival: July 13, Think games, ice cream, food trucks, entertainment all at City Plaza
GalaxyCon: July 25-28, Celebrate comic books, pop culture, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, gaming, & more!
African American Cultural Festival: Aug 31-Sept 1, Celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, food & community.
Mud Day: Aug 17, Celebrate our wetlands in a giant mud pit! There will fort building, an obstacle course, local environmental orgs, and water play!
Packapalooza: Aug 24, Block party & street festival to celebrate students returning to campus.
Lazy Daze: Aug 24-25, Cary’s Arts & Crafts festival w/ 300 artists, beer garden, & interactive activities.
And don’t forget the Amazing Pollinators exhibit at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences. From June 15-Sept 29, you can experience this immersive maze adventure to learn all about our pollinators and the critical role they play in our ecosystems