Family events in Burlington, NC

Thursdays at Seven welcomes The Mason Lovette Band to Downtown Graham for a free, all-ages outdoor concert. Running since 2003, the series spotlights local and regional musicians who span beach, country, and top 40 favorites. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and relax to live music, with vendors on site offering treats. Event guidelines include no smoking or vaping, no pets, and no drones. Presented with support from Elm Realty and Truliant Federal Credit Union, with stage sponsorship from Always Best Care Senior Services, Ausley’s Chevelle Parts, Last Call HVAC, and The Verdict on the Square.

Celebrate Phoenix spirit while helping introduce local college students and their families to Burlington at a community gathering co-hosted by B-Town Events, Elon University, and Burlington Downtown Corp. The festivities take place on Front Street in downtown Burlington, temporarily relocated there due to construction. Enjoy live music headlined by the Carri Smithey Band, along with appearances from community groups, plenty of food options from local food trucks, and beer and wine vendors. The atmosphere is family focused and welcoming for all ages, offering a relaxed setting to meet up with friends and neighbors to eat, drink, and enjoy music together.

Part of the Summer Saturdays at Burlington City Park series, Positivity Rocks focuses on simple acts of creativity and kindness. Participants paint and personalize rocks with encouraging words or artwork, then place them around the park to brighten someone’s day. This is a free, family-friendly activity that gets everyone outdoors and creating together. Materials are available while supplies last.

Trail Kids hosts a family-friendly get-together at the Graham Regional Park Shelter with kids’ playtime, time to connect, and popsicles. No registration is required.

Now in its sixth year, this free community festival brings Alamance County together to celebrate Hispanic and Latino heritage with performances, flavors, and family fun. Enjoy live music and dance by groups representing many Latin American countries, along with a variety of food trucks. Families will find a Kids Zone with face painting, bounce houses, and hands-on arts and crafts. The festivities also include local vendors and community resource stations. Support comes from partners such as Alamance Arts, Alamance Community College, City of Graham Recreation and Parks, the Graham Police Department, and others.