Parks & Rec

Join us for a special talk by Torrey Dixon on the legal implications of emancipation. Mr. Dixon is the Vice Chair of the City of Raleigh Human Relations Commission and a Special Deputy Attorney General who is active in furthering Civil Rights legislation. This event is in partnership with the Capital City Lawyers Association. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Thursday, June 19 Time: 2 - 3 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Join us at John Chavis Memorial Park for a vibrant Juneteenth celebration filled with joy, culture, and community! It’s a day to come together, honor history, and create new memories with friends, family, and neighbors. We’ve got something for everyone—so bring the whole crew! Enjoy a live DJ spinning feel-good tunes, inflatables for the kids, face painting, hands-on crafts, and a variety of fun activities that celebrate freedom and creativity. And don’t worry about snacks—we’ve got food trucks on site serving up delicious eats throughout the event. Whether you're coming to dance, relax, connect, or just soak in the atmosphere, this is one event you won’t want to miss. Come celebrate with us! Location: John Chavis Memorial Park Ages: All Cost: Free

Sunday, June 22 - Raleigh Concert Band Pullen Park - 520 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC Time: 6 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free Know Before You Go Please bring your own blanket or chair Performers may change without notice Concerts are free, but tips are encouraged At Pullen Park, food will be available for purchase at the cafe At Fletcher Park, please bring your own food and beverages Pullen Park Amusements are open until 8 p.m. It may be canceled for inclement weather. For updates, contact 919-996-6468

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. Time: noon - 12:45 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free Previous slide Next slide 1 2 Erin Morton Pugh and Tania Tully Thursday, June 26  Join Erin Morton Pugh and Tania Tully from the City of Raleigh's Historic Preservation Unit. They have recently completed a project to learn about historic places important to the city’s LGBTQIA+ communities. Come hear about how the project got started, the consultant’s research process, highlights from the report, and potential next steps.

Join us for a final open house on June 26, from 5 - 7 p.m. at Tarboro Road Park Community Center (121 N. Tarboro Street, Raleigh). The design team and Raleigh Parks will share the final schematic design plans. Following the June open house, the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board and the City Council schematic design will review the project design for final approval later this year. Location: Tarboro Road Community Center Ages: All Cost: Free No Registration Required