Events
Stay up-to-date on the latest local events, festivals, and happenings.
Douglas County Hosts Fourth of July Fireworks at Highland Heritage Park
Douglas County will host a Fourth of July fireworks show at Highland Heritage Regional Park at 9 p.
Pride Parades Show LGBTQ+ Unity Despite Attacks
More than a million people celebrated at New York City's Pride March on Sunday afternoon.
Fourth of July fireworks displays and community events return nationwide.
This Fourth of July, Washington D.
Communities Plan America's 250th Anniversary Celebrations
In Huntsville, Alabama, community programs will lead up to July 4, 2026, for America's 250th anniversary, including heritage experiences and performances, according to City of Huntsville (.
U.S. cities plan July 4th fireworks, diverse summer events
From a Don McLean concert in Atlanta to a Wawa Hoagie Day in Philadelphia, American cities are rolling out an eclectic mix of local community events for June and July 2026.
Hudson Valley Celebrates 250th Anniversary with July 4th Fireworks
On July 4th, thousands will gather on the Walkway Over the Hudson for a fireworks spectacular.
Local Celebrations Mark America's 250th Anniversary
Some musical acts are withdrawing from national 250th anniversary concerts due to politicization, a stark contrast to how local communities like Milford, Connecticut, are embracing traditional patriot
Obama Presidential Center Opens to Public June 19, 2026
Chicago's newest landmark, the $850 million Obama Presidential Center, opened its doors on June 19, 2026.
Obama Presidential Center library opens doors for students
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama brought a touch of magic to the new Obama Presidential Center public library on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Chicago Juneteenth Celebrations Kick Off with Millennium Park Concert
In 2026, the Obama Presidential Center opens its doors for the first time during Juneteenth weekend, anchoring a city-wide expansion of celebrations across Chicagoland.
June 2026 Sees Strong Local Participation in Community Events
In Meeker, Colorado, young entrepreneurs will hawk their wares at the 5th annual Kids in Business Day on June 26, marking just one of dozens of hyper-local events signaling a vibrant return to communi
Local Celebrations Kick Off America 250 Early
In Harmony Township, Pennsylvania, the America 250 Celebration launches on June 20th.
Juneteenth 2026: Celebrations and National Service Closures
On Friday, June 19, 2026, millions of Americans will find U.
Wisconsin Rapids hosts Cranberry Blossom Festival June 18-21
This weekend, Wisconsin Rapids will host a free Summer Jazz Night at Olio Arts & Music Center, alongside a $10 Dairy Berry Pancake Breakfast and the main Cranberry Blossom Festival.
Cambridge hosts 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration and Parade
On Friday, June 19, Cambridge will shut down city offices and libraries as its 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration and Parade kicks off at 10 a.
CPS graduates show resilience overcoming ICE and COVID challenges
As an honorary student member of the Chicago Board of Education, Destiny Singleton spoke out against Operation Midway Blitz, an ICE action traumatizing students, before graduating and heading to Stanf
CPS grads face COVID, economic hurdles in college completion
While 66% of Chicago Public Schools graduates enroll in college, nearly half will not complete their degree.
Milwaukee PrideFest 2026: Your Guide to June 4-6 Events
On June 6, the world's largest Pride motorcycle ride will roar through Milwaukee, just one of many major festivals transforming the city into a cultural hub.
Northern Utah events June 5-14 feature Preservation Engaged conference
On June 12, Ogden High School, a historic landmark itself, will host a statewide conference dedicated to the future of Utah's past, even as surrounding communities gear up for chalk festivals, car sho
Juneteenth celebrations and community events for 2026
A letter dated June 12th, 1867, from Columbus, Texas, reveals that freedpeople were already celebrating the anniversary of their Emancipation just two years after the news of freedom arrived in Galves
Hickman County Summer Events See Record Participation
This summer, Hickman County's 'Summer Kick-off Festival' on June 1st exploded with over 5,000 attendees—a stunning 40% jump from last year's 3,500, say Event Organizers.
Chicago Prepares Free Admission Taste of Chicago Summer 2026
Chicago's iconic Taste of Chicago will offer free admission for its 46th annual event in July 2026, anchoring a summer packed with diverse culinary experiences and cultural celebrations.
Kiowa Main Street Drive-In Movie Night returns August 17
Last year, over 200 vehicles packed Kiowa City Park for a free movie night, a testament to a small town's big appetite for community-driven entertainment.
Piccolo Spoleto Festival Showcases South Carolina Lowcountry Arts
Charleston's 48th annual Piccolo Spoleto festival kicks off this week with an impressive 250 events, half of them completely free.
Stevens Point area and regional events this weekend
On Saturday, May 23rd, residents in Harshaw can attend a Memorial ceremony at the Veterans Memorial on Lakewood Road, one of at least five such tributes planned across the region this weekend.
Early June Pride Celebrations and Festivals Begin
This Sunday, the City of Rehoboth Beach will raise the progressive Pride flag over city hall at noon.
Chicago Memorial Day Parade Honors Heroes
Imagine a 25-story-tall video installation illuminating the side of THE MART, just one of the many spectacles awaiting Chicagoans this Memorial Day weekend.
Savannah Memorial Day Weekend 2026: What events are confirmed
As Savannah gears up for Memorial Day Weekend 2026, the city's event calendar highlights the inaugural home game of the new Savannah Steel basketball team and a local artist market.
Vocalo ends broadcast, pivots to digital offerings
Vocalo, the pioneering 'Urban Alternative' radio station that debuted in 2007, will cease its broadcast operations.
Chicago Museums Offer Free Access to Cultural Exhibits in 2026
The Shedd Aquarium offers free nights for Illinois residents from 5 p.