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African American Festival

June 13, 2026 | 4-9pm | Knightdale Station Park

Join us for our annual African American Festival, a family-friendly celebration of African American culture! Enjoy live music, craft vendors, community resources, and delicious food. This event is a wonderful opportunity to showcase and honor the rich traditions of the African American community.

Dos: blankets, chairs, coolers. Don'ts: tents, grills, alcohol, fireworks

Knightdale Parks and Recreation is committed to providing an inclusive environment where visitors of all abilities can enjoy our special events.

 

Parking & Arrival
  • All parking areas are paved and include designated accessible parking spaces.
  • Large special events may have a designated accessible parking area; please refer to the event map for details.
  • Accessible paved routes connect parking areas to primary park amenities and event spaces.
Entrances & Pathways
  • All entrances and shared-use pathways throughout the park are accessible and paved.
  • Accessible paved sidewalks with curb cuts provide connections between major amenities, including parking areas, event spaces, pavilions, and restrooms.
Facilities & Restrooms 
  • The park amphitheater (main event space) is a grass lawn that is generally level and accessible at grade from the Wilder Plaza Pavilions or sidewalks closest to the amphitheater stage.
  • Concrete benches, without back support, are provided at the front of the amphitheater closest to the main stage. All other seating in the amphitheater is lawn seating; visitors are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets.
  • Permanent, accessible restroom facilities are located in three areas of the park:
    • Wilder Plaza Pavilions/Amphitheater
    • Splash Pad/Playground
    • Soccer Fields (closest to Soccer Field #2)
  • For events using portable toilets, accessible units will be provided.
  • Accessible drinking fountains are located outside all restroom buildings.
    • Please note: drinking fountains are winterized seasonally and may be unavailable during winter months.