June 2021 Calendar Of Events

America’s Virtual BBQ Food & Music Festival May 28-June 30
The Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle consists of Six BBQ Contests. The Kansas City Barbeque Society Sanctioned Giant National BBQ Championship Categories: Chicken, Beef, Pork Ribs, "Perdue Sizzlin' Chicken Contest", and Turkey Smoke presented by the National Turkey Federation. www.bbqindc.com
Koroneburg Renaissance Festival May 29-June 27
Saturdays and Sundays only. We will be hosting our festival on our website and Facebook page again this year! Join us over five weekends and meet our guilds, vendors, entertainers, and wonderful participants. www.renfestcorona.com
Vancouver International Children's Festival May 31-June 13
An extraordinary online line-up of world-class theatre, music, dance and storytelling created specifically for children. The reimagined 2021 Festival will offer a mix of Live Online and Pre-recorded Online performances with an extra 7 days of extended show viewing. www.childrensfestival.ca
Flint Hills Family Festival June 1-12
Ordway’s annual Festival celebrating the artist in every child. This year, in celebration of this remarkable partnership between the Ordway and Flint Hills Resources, we are excited to present twelve days of student matinees, art-making activities, and workshops lead by Festival partners - all accessible from the comfort of your own home. www.ordway.org/festival
Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival June 1-21
A multi-disciplinary arts festival that brings together Indigenous artists, performers, educators, students, and community members to share knowledge and celebrate Canada's diverse Indigenous cultures. This year, virtual programming includes The SSIMAs a new national Indigenous music awards program; Education Days bringing together thousands of students and hundreds of teachers online; streamed performances; interactive family activities; arts and crafts, and more! https://summersolsticefestivals.ca/
West Hartford Virtual Arts & Crafts Show June 1-30
Shoppers will enjoy the convenience of shopping 24-hours-a-day from long-term Celebrate! West Hartford exhibitors as well as artisans from across the country new to our event. www.westhartfordct.gov
Virtual Green Living Festival June 2-4
Join us online during three days in June for a series of virtual workshops, children's activities, panel discussions, and exhibitor consultations that explore the links between sustainability, energy efficiency, conservation at home, and a healthy environment. Each day of the festival will explore different links between: green living, energy and efficiency, and naturescaping. Virtually visit with green product and service exhibitors related to those topics and learn more about home improvement and healthy homes. www.missouribotanicalgarden.org
Brooklyn Film Festival June 4-13
This year, our films online can be purchased only by category. We have seven categories. Each category can be purchased for $10. The categories are Feature Narrative, Feature Documentary, Narrative Short, Short Doc, Experimental, Animation and KidsFilmFest. In addition to the films screening, you would also have access to pre-recorded filmmaker’s intro and Q&As. www.brooklynfilmfestival.org
Boston Early Music Festival June 6-13
Our 21st biennial Festival themed "Music of Solace & Joy” brings our signature opera, concerts, Exhibition, and Fringe Concerts online with a Virtual Festival open to our many devoted fans around the world. Enjoy archival video of our own Centerpiece Opera and Chamber Opera productions, 14 exclusive concert performances, a virtual presentation of our world-famous Exhibition, plus so much more. www.bemf.org
The Women in Tech World Series Online Festival June 7-11
Hear from inspirational women in tech as they deliver actionable insight through expert led masterclasses, workshops and webinars that will supercharge your career. Identify role models, connect with mentors and engage in global discussions. We have curated a multitude of networking approaches for all your needs. https://onlinefestival.women-in-technology.com/
Minnesota Quilters’ Show and Conference June 9-12
The show is open to the public and includes judged, non-judged, national, and special quilt exhibits. There are classes and lectures by nationally recognized teachers, a raffle quilt, small quilt auction, Quilter of the Year, and other events. www.mnquilt.org
LA Pride: Thrive with Pride Concert June 10
Charli XCX will kick off LA Pride 2021 on Thursday night with a free Thrive with Pride Concert, live streamed exclusively on TikTok from a fabulous LA location on TikTok. Rounding out the show, up and coming LGBTQ+ artists from across genres will be making their LA Pride concert debuts. www.lapride.org
Minnesota Irish Music Weekend At Home June 10-14
A unique festival that pairs world-class traditional Irish musicians and teachers with learners of all ages for a weekend of workshops, lectures, sessions and concerts. Each of our visiting artists is recognized for their musical mastery, and will offer insights and techniques to help learners tap into the deep roots of traditional Irish music. www.centerforirishmusic.org
San Francisco Free Folk Festival June 12
All ages and musical interests are welcome at the festival. All events and workshops are open to anyone who wants to participate or just listen. Admission to everything is free! www.sffolkfest.org
Indy Pride Virtual Festival June 12
Since we can't celebrate together, we thought we'd bring Indy Pride Fest right to you. All events will be hosted on virtual platforms like Twitch and Zoom. Indy Pride, Inc. produces events which educate, honor our history, and celebrate the diversity of the Indianapolis Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community. www.indypride.org
Happy Place Virtual Festival June 12-July 12
We're excited to present a month-long schedule full of passionate people promoting mental and physical wellbeing! Roam around our virtual grounds and find inspiration from the amazing performances, tutorials, and speakers that are making this festival so special! The festival is completely free, but we encourage you to donate to our wonderful charity partners. www.happyplacefestival.com
Sedona International Film Festival June 12-20
A virtual component for online screening of films will be part of this year's Festival as will opportunities for patrons who would prefer not to attend public screenings to purchase Virtual Screening Passes. www.sedonafilmfestival.com
Solano County Virtual Fair June 17-20
Will take place over four days via live and pre-recorded entertainment on our web site and social media channels. You’ll be able to interact by viewing activities, sharing content, entering contests, donating to the Fair and learning more about our sponsors, partners and our community. www.scfair.com
Juneteenth Music Festival June 18
The Juneteenth Eve Broadcast is a 6-hour broadcast from your phone or on your tv for live performances, music, entertainment, panels, and our 2021 Dream Big Awards. Celebrated in cities across the country, Denver is home to the Juneteenth Music Festival, a dynamic community event which annually attracts 50,000 people. www.juneteenthmusicfestival.com
AAECF Juneteenth Virtual Benefit Festival June 19-20
Presented by The African American Educational & Cultural Festival, Inc. Celebrate! Commemorate! Educate! Poetry, Hip Hop dance, comedy, black films, social justice, and health & wellness. www.aaecfinc.org/juneteenth-2021
International Thespian Festival June 22-25
Join thousands of Thespians from around the globe for the ultimate summer celebration of school theatre! It brings together the best performances, top teaching artists, and premier colleges and universities for a community-centered experience like no other. Plus, with daily surprises and special Broadway and Hollywood celebrity appearances, you never know who might stop by. https://itf.schooltheatre.org
Virtual Retrofrest June 25-26
On Friday, we will be live streaming our hand-picked/featured cars within our mini-cruise, as well as a live streamed concert for you to enjoy. On Saturday, we will be holding our award ceremony, we will also be announcing the winner of the Ms. RetroFest 2021 pageant, as well as presenting live streamed music for your entertainment. www.downtownchatham.com
Kutztown Folk Festival June 26-July 4
The oldest continuously operated folklife festival in America, drawing visitors from all over the world. Updates from many of the event’s colorful craftsmen, entertainers and long-time participants will be posted on social media throughout the week, as well as archived videos, photos, and stories from prior years. www.kutztownfestival.com
National Women’s Music Festival June 30-July 4
Our goal is to create an inclusive online festival, including: SheRocks Stage, Spotlight Stage, Orchestra performance, Workshops, Marketplace, Open Mics, and festival choruses. Women In the Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose purpose is to produce and sponsor programs that promote and affirm the creative talents and technical skills of women in the visual, performing, and fine arts. www.nwmf.info