Parks & Rec

Meet adorable cats, dogs, and other critters seeking forever homes from local adoption agencies. Come experience the love and connection that awaits—you might just find your perfect companion! This event is free and open to everyone, even if you just need some puppy love! Location: City of Raleigh Museum Ages: All Cost: Free No registration is required

Hop on the Historic Raleigh Trolley for a special Women's History Month tour! Celebrate the influential women who shaped Raleigh's history and explore their stories throughout Raleigh, from the women who broke barriers in North Carolina politics to those who fought for equality during the Civil Rights Movement. For questions or more information, please call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364 Location: Mordecai Historic Park Date: Sunday, March 15 Time: 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Ages: All Cost: $12 Register on RecLink

Celebrate Selection Sunday with a fun, low-key cornhole tournament at Latta Park! This casual doubles event is designed for players of all skill levels, focusing on friendly competition, music, food, and community connection. Teams will play multiple guaranteed games before advancing to a short playoff round, keeping the event engaging and social from start to finish. Whether you’re playing, cheering, or just enjoying the atmosphere, this is a great way to kick off March Madness in the park. Cornhole Tournament Details Tournament Type: Doubles (2 players per team) Maximum Teams: 16 teams (32 players) Tournament Structure is round-robin pool play (guaranteed games for all teams) Single-elimination playoff for top teams Prizes for the top three and the best team name! One registration per team - Please register your teammate and team name. Location: Latta University Historic Park Ages: All Cost: $10 per team Register on RecLink

Come out and celebrate St. Patrick's Day with us! Calling all the little leprechauns, one and all! We are going to have a sham-ROCK of a good time creating crafts and reading stories to celebrate this fun holiday! Hope to see you soon! Pre-Registration is required. Location: Hill Street Park Ages: 2-5 Cost: $8 per participant Register on RecLink

Come and celebrate intergenerational relationships with fun St. Patrick's Day-themed activities! This special event is a perfect opportunity for grandparents and grandkids to come together and find the gold at the end of the rainbow. Come and join us at Kiwanis Park for a goodie hunt, tasty treat, fun family movie, and themed crafts! Experience the richness of intergenerational bonds through engaging activities. Go green with us and stop at all of the stations to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon! Participants 12 and under will be the registrants and must be accompanied by an adult. Location: Kiwanis Community Center Ages: All Cost: Free Register on RecLink

Join Raleigh Parks at Nash Square! A pop-up series to explore the Nash Square Public Realm Plan on the first and third Tuesdays of March and April. Staff will be available from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., with 15-minute tours focusing on the week's theme at 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to share their experiences. See you at Nash Square! Upcoming Dates: March 3: Tree Canopy and Urban Forestry March 17: History of Nash Square April 7: East Civic Tower – New City Hall April 21: Transportation and Connectivity Details Location: Nash Square Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., tours at 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m.  Ages: All Cost: Free No registration is required

Marsh Creek Community Center is excited to invite community members who want to see and experience our new Urban Farm! Operated and supported in partnership with Raleigh City Farm, our Urban Farm was created in 2025 as a way to grow and distribute fresh produce to members of the Raleigh community. Take a tour, enjoy some fresh produce, chat with the farmers, learn about volunteer opportunities, and meet your neighbors at this drop-in opportunity to see all things going on with our Urban Farm! The welcoming ceremony to officially establish our partnership will be held at 6 p.m. Check in at the lobby of Marsh Creek Community Center when you arrive to start your tour experience. This is a rain-or-shine event. Location: Marsh Creek Community Center Ages: All Cost: Free

Raleigh Parks encompasses everything from youth and teen programs to nature and historic resources. Our department has open, part-time positions relevant to all fields of study, career goals, and interests. Join us at our job fair to chat with leaders from across the department, submit employment interest forms on-site that go directly to our department's top hiring managers, and enjoy free food and fun throughout! Those who submit an employment interest form at the job fair will also be entered to win an exclusive prize, to be announced soon! Location: John Chavis Memorial Park Ages: 16 + Cost: Free Register on RecLink

Join us for a festival of fantasy fun for all ages at Away With The Fairies in Mordecai Historic Park! Enter a market full of fairies, dragons, mischief, and more at this themed event. Set in Mordecai Historic Park's beautiful nature space, Paper & Stars Studio has gathered local makers, food vendors, and independent businesses to bring together the best of what Raleigh has to offer. Enjoy free crafts and activities, find the perfect handmade treasures, and celebrate Spring all while enjoying great food and fun. New this year, make your own fairy or dragon garden to take home! Don’t forget to wear your best fairy or fantasy attire! Details Location: Mordecai Historic Park Ages: All Cost: Free

Hop out to Abbotts Creek and meet the Bunny! Participants will have the opportunity to play games and create crafts. After making your way through the crafts and games, stop for a picture with the bunny and pick up a plush egg from the egg patch. Due to the limited number of crafts and prizes, pre-registration is required for each participant. Ages: 0-6 Cost: Free Register on RecLink

We will have egg-citing games and activities that include glow min-it to win it challenges, games, pre-stuffed egg hunt, snacks, tickets and prizes, and more. Activities and games will be engaging for the entire group in addition to having the mobile game truck parked outside! Location: Lions Park Community Center Ages: 12 - 17 Cost: Free Register on RecLink

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. Date: Saturday, March 28 Time: 10 a.m. - noon Ages: All Cost: Free

Hop on over for Egg-splorers at Jaycee!  Outdoor activities will begin at 10 a.m., with egg hunts beginning at 11 a.m.. Registration is encouraged. Location: Jaycee Park Ages: 0 - 12 Cost: Free Register on RecLink

Join us for Lake Lynn's first-ever World Theatre Day Event on Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy various Theatres showcasing upcoming shows, interactive theatre games, tabling, and craft activities. Registration is encouraged. There will also be two 35-minute improv sessions at 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. You’ll create spontaneous characters, play engaging games, and build confidence while learning the art of thinking on your feet. Perfect for all ages and experience levels! The Improv sessions are taught by Romni Rossi and have limited spaces. Location: Lake Lynn Community Center Ages: All Cost: Free Register on RecLink

Come enjoy a little family fun with us! Our Spring Egg Dive is perfect for all ages. Participants will collect plastic eggs in their baskets, then exchange your collected eggs for candy. Participants will also have a chance to win an Easter basket if you find the GOLDEN EGG. There will also be crafts, music, and photo booth. See you there! This event will be a gate fee paid admission. No registration required! Millbrook Exchange Pool Saturday, March 28 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 1911 Spring Forest Road 919-996-4149