Join us for a free outdoor screening of “A League of Their Own” (1992) at the Fletcher Park amphitheater. Celebrate Women’s History Month by viewing this film about the first women’s professional baseball league, set during World War II. Bring your friends, lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks to enjoy while watching. The movie will start at 7:30 p.m. Location: Fred Fletcher Park Ages: All Cost: Free
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Spring is here, and that means First Friday Market & Movies are back at Moore Square! Join us Friday, April 4, for an evening of fun, community, and entertainment. Details Movie: Wall-E at 7:30 p.m. Vendor Market: 5 - 9 p.m. Food Trucks and Kids Programming This free, family-friendly event is in partnership with Get 2 Know Raleigh, with movies and programs sponsored by Downtown Raleigh Alliance. Don’t miss an evening under the stars in the heart of downtown! |
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Wanted to share an upcoming event at Fred Fletcher Park on April 5, from 10am-3pm. Free and open to all ages. Beyond The Book Children’s Book & Art Festival is a free outdoor family celebration of community, creativity, and storytelling produced by Paper & Stars Studio in partnership with the City of Raleigh. https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/news/beyond-book-chapter-4-mystic-sea Billy Rutherford Historic Sites Program Specialist City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department 1101 Wake Forest Road Raleigh, NC 27604 Parks.raleighnc.gov |
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Join us for a live music event at Pullen Dance! The Triangle Jazz Orchestra, a 20-piece band will be playing at 2 special dances. Don't miss out on a night of dancing and fun! Can't make it to the dance on April 9, the band will be back for another live performance on June 11. Pre-registration is not required but encouraged, so we can plan accordingly. Location: Pullen Community Center Ages: 18 and older Cost: $10 at the door |
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Spring has sprung, let's dance! This dance is for youth and adults with disabilities. Volunteer chaperones, DJ, and refreshments are provided. Participants needing more support, supervision, or assistance are welcome to attend with a chaperone or personal assistant. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged but walk-up registration with $5 cash will be accepted. For more information, call (919) 996-2147 or email SRIS@raleighnc.gov. Location: Laurel Hills Community Center Age: 15 and up Cost: $5 |
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Join us at Mordecai Historic Park for a fun-filled morning hunting for eggs! Egg hunts will begin at 11 a.m. for age groups 0-4, 5-9, and 10 and up. Come before and stay after for crafts, games, and more spring activities. This is a free event and registration is not required. Please call the Mordecai Visitor Center at 919-996-4364 for more information. Ages: All Cost: Free
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Become a museum explorer and learn all about maps! Play with our City of Raleigh Map, enjoy map-themed crafts, and find where "X" marks the spot! Join us for a day filled with excitement and make lasting memories! Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Saturday, April 12 Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Ages: 0 - 10 years old Cost: Free No Registration Required |
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Come out to Pullen Park for a summer job fair! There will be food, fun, and free rides for interviewees! We will be hosting a summer job fair with pizza and carnival-style games. The carousel and train will be free to guests who interview for a position. We will also have city staff onsite for interviews. Join our team at historic Pullen Park, North Carolina's first public park. The Pullen Park campus contains 67 acres of gorgeous parkland, offering a variety of activities to keep guests of all ages engaged and entertained. Our offerings include a carousel dating to 1911, an original Wurlitzer 125 band organ, a CP Huntington scaled train, kiddie boats, and pedal boats, in addition to a variety of events and programs that we host throughout the year. Positions available include: Attractions Operator (18+ year old) Attractions and Activities Assistant (15 - 17 year old) Location: Pullen Park Amusements Ages: 15 and older No Registration Required |
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Feed your belly and your brain. Bring your lunch and listen to a lecture! Feed your belly and your brain! Bring your lunch to the City of Raleigh Museum and listen to a captivating lecture every third Thursday of the month. This month, we welcome Russ Stephenson. Russ will speak on the history of the Isabelle Bowen Henderson House and Gardens. Discover a hidden gem in the heart of West Raleigh—now a Raleigh Historic Landmark—where history, architecture, and horticulture intertwine. Date: Thursday, April 17 Time: noon - 12:45 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free |
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Join the City of Raleigh Museum to celebrate some of Raleigh's most remarkable plants. Panelists include: Zach Manor Urban Forester Anthony McLamb City Arborist Lauren Freudenberger City Horticulturist Location: City of Raleigh Museum Ages: All Cost: Free |
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Celebrate Earth Day at Mordecai Historic Park and get your herb, vegetable, and flower gardens started for the season! Heirloom varieties of plants will be on sale for great prices. All plants are started from seed by the Mordecai Historic Park gardeners. Plants will include tomatoes, peppers, squash, herbs, and much more. Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and provide more information about the garden and grounds at Mordecai Historic Park! There will also be short educational presentations by the Wake County Beekeepers Association at 10 a.m. and the Raleigh Garden Club at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 26. Come purchase some incredible plants at low prices and learn about local efforts to help Raleigh’s plants thrive while you support the park! The sale will take place both on April 25 and 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mordecai Visitor Center. For questions or more information, please call 919-996-4364. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Ages: All ages Cost: Free to attend, plants must be purchased |
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Celebrate Earth Day at Mordecai Historic Park and get your herb, vegetable, and flower gardens started for the season! Heirloom varieties of plants will be on sale for great prices. All plants are started from seed by the Mordecai Historic Park gardeners. Plants will include tomatoes, peppers, squash, herbs, and much more. Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and provide more information about the garden and grounds at Mordecai Historic Park! There will also be short educational presentations by the Wake County Beekeepers Association at 10 a.m. and the Raleigh Garden Club at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 26. Come purchase some incredible plants at low prices and learn about local efforts to help Raleigh’s plants thrive while you support the park! The sale will take place both on April 25 and 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mordecai Visitor Center. For questions or more information, please call 919-996-4364. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Ages: All ages Cost: Free to attend, plants must be purchased
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At John Chavis Memorial Park, we believe that health is wealth. To bring this belief to life, Raleigh Parks has teamed up with the Raleigh Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., to present a Health and Wellness Day. This event is about inspiring individuals of every age and background to focus on their well-being. Come out and join us as we work to make wellness a top priority in our community! Ages: All Cost: Free
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Get in the driver's seat with a free hands-on experience with vehicles of all kinds. This is a fun, interactive, family-friendly event that allows children and adults to see, touch, and safely explore their favorite trucks and heavy machinery, as well as meet the personnel who protect, serve, and build the Raleigh community. We will feature a 'No Horn Hour' from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. for guests with sensitive hearing. Little ones with sensitivities to loud noises are encouraged to visit during this time to experience everything in a comfortable environment. Ages: 0-12 Cost: Free |
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The Tarboro Road Community Center is excited to host a monthly Pop-up Roller Skating session! Join us on Sunday, April 27 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. for an afternoon of fun with a live DJ spinning the best old-school R&B, hip-hop, and funky beats for a perfect rhythm skate experience. This event is open to those 18 years and older, and remember, you’ll need to bring your own skates! Stop by the Center to register at the front desk, and enjoy a welcoming space for skaters of all skill levels—whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced skater. We’re building a safe, inclusive roller skating community where everyone can have fun and help foster a vibrant, healthy roller skating culture here in the Triangle! Location: Tarboro Road Park Ages: 18 and older Cost: Free No Registration Required
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Come have some fun and learn more about a new city-supported public art project coming soon to Lake Lynn. A Raleigh-based artist team will share ideas that have emerged from their community engagement efforts over the last several months. Your feedback and input will help inform the final design! The event will include cool treats, a scavenger hunt, music & making things! Location: Lake Lynn Loop Trail Ages: All Cost: Free |
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Join us for a fun evening at Worthdale Community Center for an Intergenerational Movie Night with popcorn and snacks featuring Coco! This heartwarming animated film celebrates family, tradition, and the importance of remembering those who came before us. Coco is a perfect film for all ages! Come and enjoy a movie with grandparents, grandkids, and all those with close intergenerational bonds. Bring your loved ones, make new memories, and enjoy this special movie together. Sponsored by Oak Street Health. Location: Worthdale Community Center Ages: All Cost: Free |
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In partnership with the City of Raleigh Museum and as part of Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s First Friday events for May, we’re hosting a one-night preview of select items from the Archive’s collection, ahead of a bigger project on Raleigh’s skate history. Starting at 7 p.m., we’ll hear the stories behind some of the new and old photos from photographers Pete Thompson, Chris Facey, and Chris Seward. Due to limited space, this will be a free but ticketed event. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Ages: All Cost: Free Register for Tickets |
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Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh's Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to: Learn about projects impacting your community; Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs; Get assistance navigating our website and services; and, Much more!
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Join Let’s Get Social Raleigh and Raleigh Parks for the Third Annual Adult Recess Festival at Fletcher Park! Have a great time making new friends, welcoming newcomers to Raleigh, and supporting local, small Black-owned businesses! We know how hard adulting is, and we've made it easy to relieve that stress, even if for a few hours. Play outdoor games like dodgeball and tug-o-war or relax and play a board game or a round of trivia. Adult Recess has something for everyone! This event is free and open to the public. Go to the Let’s Get Social Raleigh website to register to receive event updates! Cost: Free Age: 21+ RSVP for the Adult Recess Festival |