JUNE 9 & 10
Pack up your running shoes for a weekend of festivities at Shakori Hills Community Arts Center. Choose between the 20K race, a 5K race or cheer on the athletes from the sidelines. Both runners and spectators can enjoy barbecue, beer and live music from Into the Fog and Turquoise Trader. For an extended festival experience, opt for the VIP package, which includes dinner and live music on Friday, plus the option for tent or RV camping both nights. risenshinerunningfestival.com
PHOTO COURTESY OF COMMUNITY ORGANIZING FOR RACIAL EQUITY
Rise ’n Shine Running Festival
JUNE 17
PBO Pride
Community Organizing for Racial Equity hosts its sixth annual
JUNE 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Plant will host a celebration of
belonging and inclusion at its inaugural pride event. LGBTQ+ community members and allies are invited to join in a parade and dance party, as well as enjoy food and drinks from on-site vendors, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more. PBO Pride is a new community organization that strives to offer a safe and inclusive environment for all people to be their authentic selves. pbopride.com
FIVE EVENTS You won’t want to miss
Compiled by Brooke Spach 10
Juneteenth Black Arts Festival
CHATHAM MAGAZINE
SUMMER 2023
Juneteenth celebration at Chatham County Fairgrounds.
This year’s theme is “Recognizing Our Roots, Our Family & Our Black Culture” and includes educational opportunities about Juneteenth, the history of the celebration and the resilience of Black culture through the arts. Attendees can also enjoy live entertainment, a Black business expo, food trucks, a heritage walk and kids’ activities. corenc.org/events
Puppies and Pedals Bike Parade JULY 1, 9:15 a.m.
Grab your pup, bicycle and best patriotic outfit for an Independence Day parade around The Park at Briar Chapel. Decorate your bike or your dog to compete for Best in Show! Chatham County Parks & Recreation will provide some decorating supplies, but participants are encouraged to bring their own accessories. chathamcountync.gov
The drumline and dance team from Ben L. Smith High School in Greensboro provided entertainment at CORE’s 2022 Juneteenth celebration.
Summer Fest
JULY 2, 3-8 p.m. Head to Hanks and Hillsboro streets in downtown Pittsboro for a Fourth of July celebration with activities and entertainment for the whole family. Hosted by the Pittsboro Business Association, the festival includes craft vendors, live music by BigTime Shine and Chairmen of the Board, a kids’ zone with a waterslide, dunk tank, obstacle course and more, plus food and beverage vendors. This year’s event also features its first-ever amateur barbecue cook-off, sponsored by Cackalacky. Don’t forget to register for the Pittsboro Boys & Girls Club decorated bicycle
parade and fan-favorite competitions like the beard and mustache or pie contests. shoppittsboro.com/event/ summer-fest-2023 CM