Public Open House for Smoky Hollow Park

Halifax Park 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh

On December 9, 2023, Raleigh Parks will host a public open house at the Halifax Park Community Center.  The latest schematic design plans will be available for review.  City staff and the project design team will be there to give project updates, take comments, and address questions.  This event will be family-friendly, and a Spanish interpreter will be available.

Holiday Open House

Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC

Join us at the annual Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park! See how the Mordecai House would have been decorated over the past 238 years and learn about different holiday traditions. Walk through the beautifully decorated house and enjoy music, games, crafts, and more. On Saturday, Dec. 9, do some holiday shopping at the Merry and Bright: A North Pole Market! Visit our vendors to find unique gifts, create festive crafts, enjoy seasonal entertainment, and take a photo with your favorite holiday characters. For more information on the Merry and Bright Market and to register for event updates, visit Paper and Stars Studio’s Eventbrite page. Please call 919-996-4364 for questions and more information. Ages: AllCost: Free

Holiday Open House

Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC

Join us at the annual Holiday Open House at Mordecai Historic Park! See how the Mordecai House would have been decorated over the past 238 years and learn about different holiday traditions. Walk through the beautifully decorated house and enjoy music, games, crafts, and more. Please call 919-996-4364 for questions and more information. Ages: AllCost: Free

Fiesta de Temporada

Lake Johnson Park 4601 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, NC

Please join Raleigh Parks for a celebration of the holiday season. Get into the holiday spirit with music, dancing, games, crafts, and much more. Refreshments will be provided. Holiday attire is encouraged. Parking is limited. For parking options please ask at the time of registration. To Register contact Luis Olivieri-Robert at 919-996-5714, luis.olivierirobert@raleighnc.gov Ages: 50+Cost: FreeRegister Today

Snowball Extravaganza

Pullen Park Community Center 408 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Come out for an afternoon of snowy fun! There will be a snowman egg hunt, snowball games, crafts and more. Please pre-register all who plan to attend. Ages: AllCost: FreeRegister on RecLink

Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board

Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC

1. Call to Order 2. General Public Requests and Comments – (Please limit comments to 3 minutes) 2.1 We invite each person wishing to speak before the Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board to stand at the podium, state your name and address, and make your statement. Your information will be received and either placed on the next agenda, forwarded to a subcommittee, forwarded to the Raleigh City Council, referred to the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Director, or received as information. 3. Committee Report - Liaison Representative 3.1 Raleigh Youth Council (RYC) 4. Directors Report 4.1 Director 5. Committee Reports - Standing Committees 5.1 Parks Committee - No Report 5.2 Fred Fletcher Volunteer Committee 5.3 Greenways Committee - No Report 5.4 Sustainability, Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee - No Report 6. Committee Reports - Liaison Representatives 6.1 Arts Commission and PADB 6.2 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission 6.3 City of Raleigh Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board 6.4 Dix Leadership Committee 6.5 Historic Resources and Museum Advisory Board 6.6 PRCR Parks Bond Community Engagement Liaison Reports This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 7. Chair Report/Announcements 7.1 Chair 8. Board Comments or Topics for Discussion 9. Adjournment 9.1 Adjourn Meeting The Parks, Recreation and […]

Cocoa and Crafts at Abbotts Creek

Abbotts Creek Community Center 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC

Come out to Abbotts Creek to see our new light display for the holidays! We will have a fun craft for everyone to do as well as some hot cocoa. Pre-registration is required for everyone who wants to come. Ages: AllCost: FreeRegister on RecLink

Selfies with Santa

Barwell Road Community Center 5857 Barwell Park Dr, Raleigh, NC, United States

Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way to Barwell Road Community Center for your personal Selfie with Santa. The Property Shop Realty group in partnership with Barwell Road Community Center staff and volunteers will be offering families a time to take a photo with Santa, create gifts for family and friends, and play some reindeer games. Ages: 12 and younger with adultCost: Free - Please bring a hat or pair of mittens to donate to Barwell Road Elementary School children.

Soulful Holiday Open House

John Chavis Community Center 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, United States

Let’s bring soul and good times to John Chavis Memorial Park and celebrate the holidays with joy and laughter. Festive, jolly, and bright activities will be spread throughout the center for the whole family to enjoy. Ages: AllCost: Free

Gingerbread Showdown

Greystone Recreation Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC

Candy! Frosting! Imagination! Celebrate the season by designing your very own gingerbread house using graham crackers, frosting and of course, CANDY! Bring your family and compete with other families for a chance to be crowned the Supreme Gingerbread Jam. The price is per family. One gingerbread house will be supplied for each registration, register separately if you desire additional houses. Cost: $20 per Gingerbread HouseAges: AllRegister on RecLink

Raleigh Music Collective Winter Showcase

All Faith's Chapel at Dix Park 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC

You are invited to the Raleigh Music Collective's Winter Showcase, featuring Peach Road Strings Students performing music from Hot Cross Buns to Piazzola! Come out and help us celebrate the hard work and talent of these up-and-coming musicians, and enjoy a night of fun, entertainment, and community. The Raleigh Music Collective desires to serve all people.  If you have any accommodation needs to access our program, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Ages: AllCost: Free

Breakfast with Santa

Tarboro Road Community Center

Please join us for our annual Breakfast with Santa! This event will consist of free food, activities, gift raffles, and an appearance from a special guest. We will have toys for ages 5- 11 (while supplies last) but all ages are welcome! Feel free to bring your friends and family for a morning of fun! Ages: 0-18Cost: FreeRegister on RecLink