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Events in June 2026

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June 4, 2026(1 event)

6:00 pm: Adaptive Tai Chi at NCMA Museum


June 4, 2026

North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is offering a series, Adaptive Tai Chi: Mindful Movement for Everyone, which takes place in the Welcome Center of the Museum Park.

Registration for each session is required, and space is limited. When you register, “pay what you can.” There is a free option.

This event occurs on the first Thursday evening of the month in spring and fall.

Ages 12 and up. Space is limited.

The ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi combines slow and gentle movements with focused attention. During this accessible class, participants are guided through visually and vocally descriptive cues and have the option to sit or stand throughout. Taught by Tish Oakley of Earth Monkey Energies.

All physical abilities and any skill level are welcome. Chairs are provided for those who want one. These sessions are suitable for people who have limited mobility, are in a wheelchair, or who are blind or have low vision. Bring water and dress comfortably to be outside.

June 5, 2026
June 6, 2026
June 7, 2026(1 event)

9:00 am: Chuck E. Cheese Raleigh Sensory Sensitive Sunday


June 7, 2026

Every child deserves a chance to have fun

At Chuck E. Cheese Raleigh, Sensory Sensitive Sundays are special hours designed to provide children with sensory sensitivities and their families a quieter, more comfortable experience. With dimmed lighting, reduced noise levels, and a calm atmosphere, we’ve made it easier for everyone to enjoy our games, food, and activities in a setting that feels just right.

 

https://www.chuckecheese.com/raleigh-nc/sensory-sensitive-sundays/

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June 8, 2026
June 9, 2026
June 10, 2026(2 events)

9:30 am: SLP Storytime at The Refreshery Cary


June 10, 2026

Join us at The Refreshery for SLP Story Time!

This fun and engaging Story Time is led by an Emerge SLP who will guide children through an interactive session! This is a sensory-friendly experience, so any fidgets, body movement, or other sensory support tools are encouraged!

The Refreshery

253 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

2:00 pm: LOCO POPS Summer Kickoff party!


June 10, 2026

It's time to kick off SUMMER! ☀️ We're throwing our 2nd ever SUMMER KICKOFF at LocoShop this upcoming Wednesday, June 10th from 2-5pm!
There will be free crafts 🎨 with Crafts & Drafts, children's books 📚from Book Harvest, summer resources 📆 from Durham County Library and a special visit from Wool E. Bull! 🐂
We'll also have BOGO ice cream scoops from 2-5, so bring your friends! This is the perfect after-school spot to celebrate the beginning of summer and cool off with a sweet treat. See you there!

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June 11, 2026(1 event)

5:00 pm: Build a LEGO DUCK - Southpoint Mall


June 11, 2026

On Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., build a LEGO Duck model. While supplies last. This make and take event is intended for participants ages 10+. One per guest. The Duck model can not be purchased.

June 12, 2026(1 event)

1:00 pm: Men's Mental Health Awareness Panel at the Hill Learning Center


June 12, 2026

Jeremiah from Fusion Academy is co-hosting the Second Annual Men's Mental Health Awareness Panel with Bright Path Behavioral Health at The Hill Learning Center (3200 Pickett Road, Durham) from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. This event is free and open to everyone, not just providers! If you have clients, friends, or family who could benefit from attending, please feel free to share widely. There will be light refreshments and, most importantly, a meaningful conversation on men's mental health.

You can find more details on the event, our panelists, and RSVP here:
https://www.fusionacademy.com/campuses/raleigh/event/mens-mental-health-awareness-panel-26/

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June 13, 2026(5 events)

9:00 am: 5th Annual Durham Bee Day Celebration


June 13, 2026

Come out to Durham Central Park (501 Foster Street) on Saturday, June 13 from 9AM-12PM to kick off National Pollinator Week (June 22-26) with us! Learn all about our local pollinators, why they are important, and how you can help protect them. This will “bee” a free, family friendly event!

Durham Bee Day is an initiative of the Durham Bee City Committee.

You can expect to:

  • See real bees in a demonstration hive

  • Taste honey

  • Meet beekepeers

  • Make a bee costume or bring your own and join a Bee Parade (Parade at 10:30AM)

  • Plant pollinator seeds to take home

  • Take home a free pollinator-friendly plant

  • Visit a pollinator garden

  • Learn about pollinator habitat conservation

 

https://www.keepdurhambeautiful.org/events/durham-bee-day-2026

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9:45 am: Learn to Ride a Bike - Lions Park Community Center in Raleigh


June 13, 2026

Volunteers will help participants gain a sense of balance and control on a bicycle, without training wheels, by using the balance bike method. A balance bike is a bike with the pedals removed, which allows riders to steady themselves using their feet.

Participants ages 5+ are welcome. A balance bike and helmet will be provided. Riders are also welcome to bring their own helmet and bike. A bike mechanic will remove the training wheels and bike pedals. (These items will be restored on the bicycle.)

Learn to Ride at Lions Park Community Center
Saturday, June 13, 2026
9:45 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Lions Park Community Center
516 Dennis Avenue, Raleigh, NC

Registration is required and these events sell out quickly.

10:00 am: Deaf Awareness Day at the NC ZOO


June 13, 2026

Enjoy a day at the Zoo with accessible programs designed for deaf and hard-of-hearing guests.

Accessibility Features:

  • ASL interpreters at select programs
  • Interpreted keeper talks
  • Visual program guides available

Keeper Talks with ASL Interpreters

  • 10:00 am Polar Bear
  • 10:45 am Red Wolf
  • 11:30 am Animal Care Investigation Station – Desert
  • 1:00 pm Gorilla
  • 1:45pm Chimp
  • 2:30 pm Elephant

https://www.nczoo.org/events/deaf-awareness-day

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10:00 am: NeighborUp's Annual Block Party


June 13, 2026

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2:30 pm: FREE Unbound Fencing Camp for Neurodiverse Kids, Ages 6-13


June 13, 2026 June 14, 2026

Our volunteer instructors teach the fundamentals of fencing to neurodivergent kids ages 6–13, working in small groups across our two-day camps. Footwork, blade work, and the basics they'd learn in any beginner class. Equipment provided. Just have your child wear closed-toe shoes and athletic clothing, and bring a water bottle.

Sat and Sun June 13-14 from 230-530pm for Ages 6-13

RTP Fencing Club - 3742 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd Suite A2, Durham 27707

Register at: https://unbound-fencing.github.io/

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June 14, 2026(2 events)

2:30 pm: FREE Unbound Fencing Camp for Neurodiverse Kids, Ages 6-13


June 13, 2026 June 14, 2026

Our volunteer instructors teach the fundamentals of fencing to neurodivergent kids ages 6–13, working in small groups across our two-day camps. Footwork, blade work, and the basics they'd learn in any beginner class. Equipment provided. Just have your child wear closed-toe shoes and athletic clothing, and bring a water bottle.

Sat and Sun June 13-14 from 230-530pm for Ages 6-13

RTP Fencing Club - 3742 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd Suite A2, Durham 27707

Register at: https://unbound-fencing.github.io/

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10:00 am: Dueling Dinosaurs Sensory Friendly Morning - NC Museum of Natural Science


June 14, 2026

Explore the Dueling Dinosaurs exhibit (https://duelingdinosaurs.org/) with reduced noise effects and smaller crowds. Please bring any noise-reducing headphones and fidgets you may need! A limited number of Sensory Friendly Bags are available for checkout at the front desk, and a limited number of noise-reducing headphones are available to borrow at the exhibit.

Free registration is not necessary but encouraged; if you register, we’ll send reminder emails and resources about the exhibit so you can know before you go!

Please note that this is a self-guided tour of the exhibit space (not led by a museum educator), though you may interact with the research team in the SECU DinoLab!

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June 15, 2026
June 16, 2026(1 event)

All day: Quiet Days at the NC ZOO

All day
June 16, 2026

The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro hosts dedicated "Quiet Days" featuring limited group reservations, turned-off background music, and sensory play spaces.

https://www.nczoo.org/experiences/events/quiet-days

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June 17, 2026(2 events)

5:00 pm: Skate Night - All Abilities


June 17, 2026

Join Smiling While Sending Hope for a fun-filled evening at our 4th Annual Skate Night on Wednesday, June 17 from 5:00–7:00 PM!

The rink is reserved exclusively for our group from 5:00–7:00 PM, creating a welcoming environment for individuals of all abilities and their families to enjoy skating, music, and time together. After 7:00 PM, the rink will open for public skate.

Whether you’re an experienced skater or trying it for the first time, we would love for you to join us!

✨ Open to all abilities
✨ Exclusive rink time from 5:00–7:00 PM
✨ Registration required
✨ Space is limited

Don’t miss one of our favorite events of the year—sign up today!

https://www.facebook.com/SmilingWhileSendingHope/photos/-sign-up-for-our-4th-annual-skate-night-join-smiling-while-sending-hope-for-a-fu/1054264653591972/

5:30 pm: Sensory Friendly Playtime and Movie at Marbles Museum


June 17, 2026

Join us for an event exclusively for kids with disabilities and their families to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. This is a free event. Registration is required.

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June 18, 2026
June 19, 2026(1 event)

All day: Durham Community Day at Durham Life & Science Museum *FREE ADMISSION for Durham Residents

All day
June 19, 2026

On Durham Community Days, Durham County residents receive free admission. All adults in your party will need to show proof of residency. Each adult can bring up to five children.

Durham Community Days take place twice a month. The day of the week varies, making it possible for Durham residents with various schedules to attend.

The dates of Durham Community Days have been announced through the middle of 2026.

2026

  • Friday, June 19
  • Monday, July 13
  • Sunday, August 9
  • Thursday, August 27
  • Friday, September 11
  • Tuesday, September 22
  • Thursday, October 8
  • Tuesday, October 20
  • Sunday, November 8
  • Tuesday, November 17
  • Wednesday, December 2
  • Sunday, December 13
June 20, 2026(1 event)

2:30 pm: FREE Unbound Fencing Camp for Neurodiverse Kids, Ages 6-13


June 20, 2026 June 21, 2026

Our volunteer instructors teach the fundamentals of fencing to neurodivergent kids ages 6-13, working in small groups across our two-day camps. Footwork, blade work, and the basics they'd learn in any beginner class. Equipment provided. Just have your child wear closed-toe shoes and athletic clothing, and bring a water bottle.

Sat and Sun June 20-21 from 230-530pm for Ages 6-13

RTP Fencing Club - 3742 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd Suite A2, Durham 27707

Register at: https://unbound-fencing.github.io/

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June 21, 2026(1 event)

2:30 pm: FREE Unbound Fencing Camp for Neurodiverse Kids, Ages 6-13


June 20, 2026 June 21, 2026

Our volunteer instructors teach the fundamentals of fencing to neurodivergent kids ages 6-13, working in small groups across our two-day camps. Footwork, blade work, and the basics they'd learn in any beginner class. Equipment provided. Just have your child wear closed-toe shoes and athletic clothing, and bring a water bottle.

Sat and Sun June 20-21 from 230-530pm for Ages 6-13

RTP Fencing Club - 3742 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd Suite A2, Durham 27707

Register at: https://unbound-fencing.github.io/

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June 22, 2026
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June 24, 2026
June 25, 2026
June 26, 2026(2 events)

1:30 pm: Car Seat Safety Education - TAPS


June 26, 2026

We will talk about how to install car seats in different types of cars, how to identify when your baby is ready for a new seat, how long you should keep your baby rear-facing, and more via Zoom.

 

Register here: https://forms.monday.com/forms/83ae513906176496170eb55e9fbb0cba?r=use1&Car+seat+safety+worksshops=

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5:30 pm: Kidical Mass Bike Rides


June 26, 2026

Oaks & Spokes is hosting Kidical Mass — family-friendly, kid-focused group bike rides. It’s free to participate.

Gather for all rides at 5:30 p.m. While everyone gets ready to roll, there will be a pre-ride party with activities like music, chalk art, bike and helmet decorating, music, free safety swag, and complimentary bike checks.

Each ride will last around 1 hour and will feature a short mid-ride dessert stop (e.g., freeze pops, popsicles, Italian ice cups; dairy-free options will always be available).

Friday, June 26, 2026
5:30 p.m.: Gather
Start and end point: Green Hills County Park playground, 9300 Deponie Drive, Raleigh, NC

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June 27, 2026(3 events)

8:00 am: Touch a Truck at SoDu Farmer's Market


June 27, 2026

South Durham Farmers’ Market, at 500 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating its anniversary on Saturday, June 27, 2026, during its market from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The celebration includes tasting peach jam, live music and SoDu market bags.

The Durham Fire Department will be there with a fire truck for kids to explore. The Touch-a-Truck event is scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m.

The schedule for Touch-a-Truck might vary depending on the needs of the fire department.

11:00 am: Foundation Restoration Sweet 16 Celebration - Raleigh NC


June 27, 2026

🎉 Join Us for Foundation Restoration’s Sweet 16 Celebration! 🎉 We’re celebrating 16 years of ministry, impact, and restoration — and we would love for you to celebrate with us!

Bring the whole family and join us for a FREE community open house filled with food, sweets, games, bounce house, fun activities, giveaways, music, and more as we honor all God has done through Foundation Restoration over the past 16 years.

Since 2010, Foundation Restoration has had the privilege of serving individuals, couples, children, and families throughout our community through professional counseling, support, training, and outreach rooted in both clinical excellence and biblical truth.

Over the years, we’ve seen lives changed, marriages restored, families strengthened, and hope renewed — and this celebration is about YOU being part of that story.

✨ Event Highlights:
• Food and sweet treats
• Bounce house & family fun
• Games & giveaways
• Meet our team
• Photo opportunities
• “16 Years of Impact” displays
• Community connection & celebration

While this is a FREE event for the community, we are also inviting those who believe in our mission to help us continue bringing hope and healing to others through a special Sweet 16 fundraising goal of $5,000.

Every gift helps support therapy scholarships, ministry outreach, family support, and the continued mission of restoring lives, marriages, and families. Come celebrate the past 16 years with us — and help us build the next 16 together. 💙

📍 Saturday, June 27
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Foundation Restoration
7901 Strickland Rd., Suite 112
Raleigh, NC 27615

🎟️ RSVP Today! Admission is free, but registration is requested to we can plan accordingly! Invite your friends and family to join you for a fun afternoon!

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5:00 pm: Lyla's Luau - Stokes County Fairgrounds/American Legion Main Street King NC


June 27, 2026

Our events for the special needs community are filled with joy, connection and unforgettable moments. We create exclusive experiences where everyone feels valued, celebrated and empowered. Whether it’s a fun-filled gathering, a creative workshop or an exciting activity, each event is designed to bring smiles, foster friendships and build lasting memories.

A FREE exclusive event for our special/additional needs and disabled community and their families!! Any age, any need. (Not open to the general public)

This is a come as you are day. This is a safe place. Where you can have a meltdown and not a single person even looks up. We get it. The paralyzing fear of being judged is banned at the gate.

https://lylaslegacy.org/lylas-luau/

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June 28, 2026
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July 1, 2026(1 event)

10:00 am: Splashing with Goats at Rocking JH Farms


July 1, 2026

Water the garden, run in the sprinkler with goats, watch pigs and other animals in mud, safety water balls, bubbles, splash pad, water table, wash and brush Poppy, duck races, paint with water, popsicles and more. $15/child.

Wed, July 1 from 10a-1130a

63 Ogburn Hicks Way, Willow Spring

Email for reservation: rockingjhfarmsnc@gmail.com

July 2, 2026
July 3, 2026(1 event)

All day: Emerge is CLOSED for the 4th of July

All day
July 3, 2026

July 4, 2026