Winston-Salem’s Pride Parade is on the same day activists across the country, and in the Triad, are holding “No Kings” demonstrations. Despite political tensions, Pride organizers say the day will remain peaceful, safe and celebratory.

A number of festivals and celebrations are taking place throughout the Piedmont Triad to celebrate Juneteenth in 2025.

Planned improvements include adding new flags to the site that represent the armed forces and receiving a decommissioned helicopter from the N.C. Vietnam Helicopter Pilot Association.

Communities in and around the downtown area are eligible for grants to support initiatives such as public safety enhancement or green spaces.

Travelers to North Carolina spent nearly $37 billion last year, surpassing the previous record set in 2023.

The speaker series was originally free but became a subscription model around the same time organizers moved it off campus. It’s been held at the Tanger Center since 2022.

This year the festival will feature 175 selections from 33 different countries.

The district has been home to several Black figures over the years including the state's first Black chief justice, Henry Frye.

The family-friendly events include a candelight ceremony, music, food and storytelling.

Hanukkah officially begins on December 25 at nightfall. But Jewish families are already getting together to celebrate.