Parks & Rec

New members, returning members, and parents, please join the Raleigh Youth Council on Monday, August 28 between 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. for an Open House. There will be an opportunity to learn more about the council's plans for the year, register, and meet the Executive Board and advisors.

The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department announces a historic exhibit opening and a day of historical programming at the John P. “Top” Greene Community Center on September 2, 2023, from 10 am to 3 pm. The exhibit, “A Century in the Making: A Cultural Legacy of South Park and East Raleigh Neighborhoods” is a pilot exhibit developed in conjunction with the South Park East Raleigh Neighborhood Association which explores the people and places that made these unique African American neighborhoods for over 100 years. Historic lectures and programs will be presented throughout the day. This event is free and open to the public.

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of creativity, learning, and community? Join us at the much-anticipated Saint Monica Teen Center Open House and unlock a world of opportunities tailored exclusively for teenagers seeking to make the most of their free time.

Come celebrate the end of summer and the start of the school year with the neighborhood as we party in Kiwanis Park. It's fun for the whole family with crafts, games, sweet treats, and so much more! There will be a food truck on site with some delicious delights available for purchase. Pre-registration is encouraged for communication in the case of inclement weather but is not required.

The 2023 Summer Concert Series is here! Concerts are free and we encourage tips for the bands. Performers may change without notice. May be canceled for inclement weather. Bring your own chair or blanket. No food is available at Fred Fletcher Park. Pullen Park June 11 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra June 25 - Triangle Taiko July 9 - Canceled July 30 - Husbandos August 13 - The Tune Swingers Orchestra- Canceled due to heat August 20 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra September 17 - The Blue Notes Fred Fletcher Park July 23 - Capital Transit September 10 - Thelonious September 24 - SWAG Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Volunteer with Raleigh Parks, Stormwater Staff, and fellow community members as we clean up litter on the Walnut Creek Trail during the September 11th Day of Service and Remembrance. Improperly discarded litter is a serious environmental hazard, and without the help of volunteers like you, that waste would make its way to the ocean!

Lake Wheeler Park will be providing a nature-inspired craft for kids at our Magnolia Shelter!

The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration with Artist Studio Project invite you to an afternoon filled with culture, music, art and friendship. This family friendly cultural event forms part of the 9th Annual El Quixote Festival.

The 2023 Summer Concert Series is here! Concerts are free and we encourage tips for the bands. Performers may change without notice. May be canceled for inclement weather. Bring your own chair or blanket. No food is available at Fred Fletcher Park. Pullen Park June 11 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra June 25 - Triangle Taiko July 9 - Canceled July 30 - Husbandos August 13 - The Tune Swingers Orchestra- Canceled due to heat August 20 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra September 17 - The Blue Notes Fred Fletcher Park July 23 - Capital Transit September 10 - Thelonious September 24 - SWAG Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Come join us at Peach Road for an outdoor family movie night! We will be showing the movie Encanto. There will be free popcorn and cotton candy! Come early for games, crafts, and music!

The 2023 Summer Concert Series is here! Concerts are free and we encourage tips for the bands. Performers may change without notice. May be canceled for inclement weather. Bring your own chair or blanket. No food is available at Fred Fletcher Park. Pullen Park June 11 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra June 25 - Triangle Taiko July 9 - Canceled July 30 - Husbandos August 13 - The Tune Swingers Orchestra- Canceled due to heat August 20 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra September 17 - The Blue Notes Fred Fletcher Park July 23 - Capital Transit September 10 - Thelonious September 24 - SWAG Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Join us at Walnut Terrace to learn more about Raleigh Parks’ Active Adults Program (50+), connect with local community services, and enjoy a free lunch! Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. A special thanks to our program partners City of Raleigh Housing and Neighborhoods Department and Oak Street Health.

Join us on an epic quest to discover a time of castles, knights, and dragons! Experience the rich world of medieval fantasy and the history behind this favorite era of the imagination. Create fun themed crafts, practice your sword skills, and purchase magical objects necessary for your adventures from our talented vendors. Enjoy magical entertainment, food, and drink while you explore beautiful Fletcher Park in downtown Raleigh.