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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.

Spade Music Group
Klaxton Brown
Elle Varner & Shorty Corleone

Beef Street and a Pig
Devour
Fancy Faye's
Jones Lemonade Slushy
Lil's Cheesesteaks
Scoop A Cup Italian Ice
Southern Fried LLC
Sunshine Slushies
Taste of Baltimore
The Flat Drum
WaffleDup

306 Main
Aneeshas Crafty Boutique
Black Cap Ginger Brew
BlackGoldWorks
Bundts By Brenée
Clever Casual Creations
ElizaLuxe
Essie’s Delights
Flying Saucer Condiment Company
JewelsByElan
KT COLLECTIONS
Lavish Soap Box
Lotus Flower Empowerment Products
Melanin Nation
MoScentz
OMG Bun & Ban Yummies
Product of Grace
Soul Restoration Counseling Services
The Herbology Fairy
Vibrant Aromas

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

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.

Need a break from the noise and bustle? Visit the Sensory Relaxation Station located next to the Knightdale Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Programs table under the Wilder Plaza Pavilion closest to the restrooms.

 

The Sensory Relaxation Station is a portable sensory room where light, textures, and interactive equipment are designed to be a calming place that allows those who need it an escape from a sensory-rich environment.

 

The Relaxation Station is not a play area, and children must be supervised while utilizing the area. Please utilize this space only when necessary to ensure it is available to those who need it.