Join The Plant for the Eyes Wide Open Juneteenth Festival on Fri, Jun 19, 4pm-11pm. June 19th, 1865, is remembered around America as the day the African American people were liberated from slavery. Years of traditions, culture, and memories have been passed down since, reminding future generations of the hardships and struggles endured to get here today. Eyes Wide Open is taking a spin on this cultural day, providing a space to share Black history and celebrate Black culture. The festival will feature all-African American musical performances from the Raleigh area, as well as Black businesses at the forefront to support. Other activities include a cards table, double dutch, face painting, cornhole, mega jenga, a photobooth, and a vendor market. The schedule of performances is below:

• 4pm-5:30pm DJ set.
• 6pm EWO.
• 6:15pm Antonenow.
• 6:40pm Blatti.
• 7:05pm Xae Recorded.
• 7:30pm Overpade.
• 8pm Intermission.
• 8:30pm Dearxay.
• 8:50pm Star Kid.
• 9:10pm Aleo.
• 9:25pm Cocoa.
• 10pm Njoki.

The theme for this event is Black Dandy. Doors open at 4pm. Admission is $17.50 online and $15 at the door. Most events are rain or shine; if they have to be canceled, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact [email protected] with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.