Raleigh Youth Summit
2024-11-02 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
The Raleigh Youth Summit is a collaborative, youth-inspired partnership between the City of Raleigh and the community designed to encourage, educate, and empower our Youth through meaningful engagement, connecting their present with our shared future.
The agenda will be available soon!
Register now.
Learn more about Raleigh Youth Summit

Raleigh Municipal Election
2024-11-05 06:30 - 19:30 | NC
Raleigh Municipal Elections are run by Wake County Board of Elections. Visit the county election page for more information.

Raleigh Convention Center Expansion Meeting
2024-11-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601
The Raleigh Convention Center is expanding. Learn what’s driving the need for expansion and see the first set of plans. Share thoughts on three external design options and give ideas on the plaza/green space.
This meeting is hosted by the Raleigh Convention Center as a check-in during the multi-year process to expand RCC. This is an opportunity to understand the kinds of events that use the facility, and to see how the expansion will look for visitors to downtown

Raleigh Police Hiring Event
2024-11-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Raleigh Police Training Center, 2320 Law Enforcement Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
The Raleigh Police Department is hiring! Join us for a recruiting event where you can start the hiring process by taking the Reading Comprehension Test and Physical Fitness Assessment. The next police academy begins Feb. 2025.
Register online.
Saturday, Nov. 169 a.m. to noon – begins promptly at 9 a.m.2320 Law Enforcement DriveRaleigh, NC 27610

Meet the Police Chief Candidates
2025-02-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Martin Marietta Center for Performing Arts, 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Doors open at 6 p.m.
The final candidates for Raleigh’s next police chief will be present at this event. The conversation will be moderated by Adrienne Cole, President and CEO of the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, and Tiesha Mosley, Raleigh’s Director of Community Engagement. To suggest a question for this conversation, take the online survey.
Multiple events are happening at the Martin Marietta Performing Arts Center this evening. The entrance to Fletcher Theater is on the left section of the building. Look for an event sign to help.
Security screening is used at this venue and includes a metal detector. For bags, a small clutch or wallet is recommended and no bags larger than 12″ x 12″ x 10″ will be allowed. Please see the center’s website for more details.
Paid parking is available in the lot across from the Performing Arts Center and in the garage to the west with entrances on Lenoir and South streets. Free parking is available at the city-owned garage at Cabarrus and Wilmington. More detail is available on this map.

Battle of the Badges
2025-04-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC, 27607
Watch the Raleigh Police Department compete against the Raleigh Fire Department in a friendly hockey game!
The event is free. Donations will be accepted at the door and online. All proceeds will benefit Officer Gillick, who was injured in an officer-involved shooting in January of this year.
April 1
7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m.
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh
For more details about the event and how you can help, visit the Raleigh Police Department Foundation website

3-on-3 Field of Dreams Basketball Tournament
2025-05-04 12:00 - 16:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Location: Outdoor basketball courts at Green Road Park
Date: May 4, 2025
Time: 12-4:00 p.m.
Join us for the Field of Dreams 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament on May 4 from 12-4:00 p.m. at Green Road Park! This event will be held in conjunction with the public art installation, low-bearing fruit in a field of dreams. Eight teams will compete in a bracket-style tournament for $300 worth of prizes for the winning team.
The tournament is proudly supported by the City of Raleigh, Raleigh Parks, SEEK Raleigh, and the artist Mark Anthony Brown Jr. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for some fun, this event offers a great opportunity to showcase your skills and enjoy the opening of the art exhibit low-bearing fruit in a field of dreams.
Don’t miss out – register by April 27! A $5 registration fee applies, and spaces are limited, so gather your team and secure your spot today. Come for the basketball, stay for the art, and be a part of this unique celebration of the arts, sports, and culture in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Help Plan the Future Forestville Road Park!
2025-05-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Raleigh Parks is hosting the first public meeting for the Forestville Road Park Master Plan.
Join us to learn more about the future park site and provide your thoughts on the vision and goals for the park! Raleigh Parks is excited to create a Master Plan that reflects the unique needs and desires of the community. We welcome your input and look forward to collaborating with you!
This event is family-friendly and will include light refreshments and an art-making station for people of all ages.
Accommodations and translation services are available upon request. Please contact ForestvilleRoadPark@PublicInput.com for requests and assistance.
Learn more & participate in the planning process!
Location: Marsh Creek Community Center
Date: Monday, May 5
Time: 5 – 7 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

LR @ PR - Livable Raleigh Social
2025-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Players Retreat, 105 Oberlin Road, 27605
Please mark your calendars and plan to join Livable Raleigh to learn more about what we do, how you can get involved, and the latest scoop on the 2026 City Council elections. They’re coming, sooner rather than later — candidates will file this December! Are you interested in running?

Raleigh Water Job Fair
2025-05-16 08:30 - 16:30, 2025-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Lake Woodard Annex Facility, 3324 Lake Woodard Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Dates/Times:
May 16, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
May 17, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location:
Lake Woodard Annex Facility
3324 Lake Woodard Drive
Raleigh, NC 27604
Ready to make a splash in your career? Dive into exciting opportunities with Raleigh Water, the award-winning provider of clean water to over 630,000 residents.
Imagine:

Rewarding Roles: Find your perfect fit within our diverse divisions.
Dynamic Team: Collaborate with experts who are passionate about what they do.
Serving Your Community: Contribute to providing a vital resource to Raleigh and the surrounding areas.
Award-Winning Excellence: Be part of a team that consistently ranks among the best, even internationally.

Take the next step in your career journey and meet us at the Raleigh Water Job Fair.
Don’t miss out!

Weather Radio Distribution
2025-05-17 09:30 - 11:30 | Southesat Raleigh YMCA, 1436 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Date: Saturday, May 17
Time: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Southeast Raleigh YMCA, 1436 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610
The City of Raleigh is partnering with Southeast Raleigh Promise to distribute NOAA weather radios and share community resources. This outreach effort helps amplify local voices, strengthen connections, and keep Southeast Raleigh informed and prepared.
Event Highlights:

Free NOAA weather radio distribution
Community resource information

Distribution and training sessions will be held every 30 minutes from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Come learn how we’re working together to support our community. When distributing the radios, the City will give priority to vulnerable neighborhoods. You need to attend an event in person to receive a radio.

Explore Career Opportunities with the City of Raleigh – Virtual Information Session
2025-05-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Meeting
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a real impact? Join the City of Raleigh’s Virtual Information Sessions to learn about open roles and exciting career opportunities across various departments. Whether you’re passionate about public service, skilled in finance, dedicated to public safety, or anything in between, the city offers a variety positions that help shape the future of our vibrant community.
Attend these sessions to get detailed insights into job openings, the recruitment process, and benefits, all from the comfort of your home. Don’t miss the chance to start your career with the City of Raleigh – register today and take the first step toward making a difference!
Departments Attending:

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Equity and Inclusion
Engineering (Vehicle Fleet Services)

Date: Saturday, May 17
Time: 12-1:00 p.m.
Registration: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/b2513b80-1b70-4b5d-9d61-d5aa4114306c@f03ae146-d945-4924-95c0-7b661c30ddbb

“Top” Greene Center African American Cultural Park Hosts Renaming Reception
2025-06-22 15:00 - 17:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
On June 22, 2025, at 3 p.m., the John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Park will host a reception to recognize its new name and vision.
The event will offer the public an opportunity to experience the celebration of African American culture through art and music. A pop-up exhibition will feature local African American artists and music. The public will also learn about upcoming programs for the summer, including art classes, creative writing workshops, and genealogy classes.
Learn more about the John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Park renaming.

Meet Us at the Square
2025-08-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us for a compassionate community event dedicated to extending holistic support and resources to individuals facing homelessness or at-risk situations. Meet Us at The Square will be a convergence point for these sources of assistance with the purpose of increasing accessibility and engagement with all the services available in Raleigh for people experiencing homelessness or at-risk.

Featured Services:
• Free health screenings
• Barber/Salon
• Showers
• Food and clothing distribution
• Veterinary care
• Diaper Distribution

Livable Raleigh Fall Fundraiser
2025-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | NC

Walking tour of Mt. Hope Cemetery
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Mount Hope Cemetery, 120 Prospect Avenue, Raleigh
The City of Raleigh’s Historical Resources and Museum Advisory Board invites the public to take part in a guided walking tour of Mt. Hope Cemetery. Led by Carmen Cauthen, the tour will share powerful stories of Raleigh’s African-American community and highlight the lives and legacies of those laid to rest at this historic site. Register here: https://raleighnc.gov/…/walking-tour-mt-hope-cemetery…

Next Stop: BRT Open House
2025-09-22 16:00 - 18:00 | John Chavis Historic Carousel House, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601
About the Event
Next Stop: BRT is all about experiencing the future of bus rapid transit (BRT) in Raleigh. At this interactive open house, visitors can:

🚍 Step inside a BRT bus and preview the rider experience.
🗺️ Learn about all four BRT corridors—New Bern Avenue, Western, Southern, and Northern.
🏪 Explore small business support resources available during construction.
🎨 Discover public art planned for the corridors.
🚦 Get updates on safety and mobility improvements being built into and around the system.
🏗️ Hear about other transportation and infrastructure projects happening in the area.

Why Attend?
Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is more than just faster bus service—it provides safe, reliable, and accessible connections for Raleigh’s growing community. Attendees can learn about what’s underway and what’s coming next.

Who Should Come?
Everyone is welcome—residents, business owners, community organizations, commuters, and anyone curious about the future of mobility in Raleigh.

Stay Connected
Get more information on the Wake BRT project.

National Coffee With A Cop Day
2025-10-01 08:00 - 14:00 | NC
The Raleigh Police Department is excited to host “National Coffee with a Cop” day on Oct. 1, providing an opportunity for community members to connect with their local police officers in a relaxed and friendly environment. This event will take place at various locations throughout the city, where people will have the opportunity to enjoy a cup of coffee while discussing safety, community concerns, and building positive relationships with officers.
Learn more about this event.

Locations and Times

District
Location
Time

Northwest
Chick-fil-A: 8901 Brier Creek Parkway
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Crabtree Valley Mall: 4325 Glenwood Avenue
12:30 – 2 p.m.

North
Smooth Joe Coffee: 5321 Tin Roof Way
8 – 9:30 a.m.

Dunkin: 13600 New Falls of Neuse Road
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

Northeast
McDonald’s: 3026 Capital Boulevard
8:30 – 10 a.m.

Southeast
McDonald’s: 3424 Poole Road
8 – 9:30 a.m.

Downtown
321 Coffee: 615 Hillsborough Street
10 – 11:30 a.m.

42 and Lawrence Coffee Shop: 134 E. Martin Street
10 – 11:30 a.m.

Southwest
Café Carolina and Bakery: 2130 Clark Avenue
8 – 9:30 a.m.

Willow House: 1004 S Saunders Street
9 – 10:30 a.m.

Love Your Falls Lake Event! - CANCELLED DUE TO GOVT SHUTDOWN
2025-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Falls Lake Dam, 11405 Falls of Neuse Rd, Wake Forest, NC, 27587

National Prescription Take Back Day
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Falls River Pharmacy, 10930 Raven Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
Join the City of Raleigh Police Department and Substance Use Advisory Commission in addressing the drug overdose epidemic by participating in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) National Prescription Take Back Day!
Safely dispose of your unneeded or expired prescription and over-the counter medications at the local pharmacies listed below. This is a free service and no questions will be asked.
When? Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where? Falls River Pharmacy, 10930 Raven Ridge Rd, Suite 109, Raleigh NC
Wegmans, 1200 Wake Towne Dr, Raleigh NC
Safeguard your community’s safety and health by responsibly disposing of unneeded medication!

National Prescription Take Back Day
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Wegmans Wake Town, 1200 Wake Towne Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27609

Amazing Halloween Alphabet
2025-10-27 15:30 - 16:30 | Hill St Park, 2307 Hill Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Learning the alphabet? Why not do it in a fun way!
Join us for a fun Halloween-themed alphabet hour full of crafts, stories, and songs. Preregistration is required.
Ages: 2 – 5
Cost: $8
Register on RecLink

Sustainability, Wildlife, and Urban Trees Committee
2025-11-05 16:30 - 17:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Sustainability Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street, Conference Room 303 at 4:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.

Light the Tree with RPD!
2025-12-06 17:30 - 20:00 | Police North District, 6716 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27615
Join the Raleigh Police Department’s North Community Engagement Unit for a night of holiday magic at our North District Headquarters.
Command Staff will lead the lighting of a 15-foot Christmas tree from Boone, NC, followed by a festive block party with cocoa, crafts, and carols under the stars.
Celebrate the season and connect with your community!
Date: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025
Time: 5:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: 6716 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
Event details:

Holiday block party: Music (Millbrook, Sanderson, and Leesville HS choir), hot cocoa, popcorn, cotton candy, and Christmas movies on our large projector screen!
Tree lighting will be at the end of the event.
Parking available along Westbrook Drive and North Haven Church.
Free and open to the public – RSVP today!

In-Person Water Billing Help Session
2026-01-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Garner Senior Center, 205 East Garner Road, Garner, NC, 27529
Need help creating your new Raleigh Water Self-Service Portal account? We’re here to help!
Stop by anytime during event hours to get help from Raleigh Water staff.
Please bring:

your current Raleigh Water account number;
your zip code; and,
optional: a mobile device (phone or tablet or laptop).

Event Details
Tuesday, Jan. 13
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Garner Senior Center
205 E. Garner Road
Garner, NC 27529
Where to find your account number on your current bill
Your account number can be found:

on your paper bill or
in your monthly emails from Raleigh Water titled “City of Raleigh – A Friendly Reminder Your Bill is Due.“

In-Person Water Billing Help Session
2026-01-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
Need help creating your new Raleigh Water Self-Service Portal account? We’re here to help!
Stop by anytime during event hours to get help from Raleigh Water staff.
Please bring:

your current Raleigh Water account number;
your zip code; and,
optional: a mobile device (phone or tablet or laptop).

Event Details
Tuesday, Jan. 20
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Five Points Center for Active Adults
2000 Noble Road
Raleigh, NC 27603

In-Person Water Billing Help Session
2026-02-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Tarboro Road Community Center
Need help creating your new Raleigh Water Self-Service Portal account? We’re here to help!
Stop by anytime during event hours to get help from Raleigh Water staff.
Please bring:

your current Raleigh Water account number;
your zip code; and,
optional: a mobile device (phone or tablet or laptop).

Event Details
Wednesday, Feb. 11
4–6 p.m.
Tarboro Road Community Center
121 N Tarboro St
Raleigh, NC 27610
