Livable Raleigh

Artival at John Chavis Memorial Park
2025-06-17 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Get ready for an evening of art, expression, and inspiration at John Chavis Memorial Park!
Explore a dynamic exhibition featuring a variety of artistic styles and mediums, each telling its own unique story. Feeling inspired? Jump into our hands-on painting workshop—no experience needed, just bring your creativity. We’ll also have light hors d’oeuvres to keep you fueled while you mingle, create, and connect.
Come out, get inspired, and experience the power of art in the heart of the community.
Location: John Chavis Memorial Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Nature Play Day at Wilkerson Nature Preserve
2025-06-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve Education Center, 5229 Awls Haven Drive, Raleigh, 27614
Join us to make time for playing in nature.
Children of all ages and the young at heart are welcome to join us for imaginative play in a natural setting. Dig in the dirt, build a fairy home from natural materials, make mud pies, and more! We’ll provide the materials and guidance to get you started on a playful adventure.
Registration is appreciated, but not required. Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. to join the fun! Adults must accompany their children.
Location: Annie Louise Wilkerson, MD Nature Preserve Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink

Chavis Frolics
2025-06-18 18:00 - 21:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Get ready to move, groove, and vibe all night long on the plaza!
We’re turning up the energy with old school classics and new school hits. A special musical guest will keep the vibe alive, and local food trucks will be on-site serving up delicious bites to keep you fueled all night. This is a celebration of music, movement, and community you won’t want to miss.
Let’s bring the groove back—Chavis style! Bring your crew, hit the dance floor, and let the good times roll—you do not want to miss this!
Location: John Chavis Memorial Park
Date: Wednesday, June 18
Time: 6 – 9 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

The Road From Emancipation to Freedom
2025-06-19 14:00 - 15:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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

Juneteenth: A Chavis Celebration
2025-06-19 17:00 - 21:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
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

Black History Trolley Tour
2025-06-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
In honor of Juneteenth, come ride the Historic Raleigh Trolley for a special tour highlighting downtown Raleigh’s Black heritage.
Explore the city aboard the Historic Raleigh Trolley to learn more about the historic homes, schools, churches, and businesses important to the capital’s Black history.
Location: Mordecai Historic Park
Date: Saturday, June 21
Tour Times: 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., and 2 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $10 for adults, $6 for youth (ages 7 – 17)
Get Tickets on RecLink

Summer Concert Series
2025-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Pullen Park Amusements, 520 Ashe Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27606
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

Lunch Box Lectures at the City of Raleigh Museum
2025-06-26 12:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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

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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.

Tarboro Road Park Project Open House
2025-06-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Tarboro Road Community Center
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

Summer Concert Series
2025-06-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2025 Summer Concert Series

June 29 – Triangle Sax Ensemble
Fred Fletcher Park – 820 Clay Street, 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

Help Design the Future Forestville Road Park
2025-07-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Raleigh Parks is hosting our second public meeting for the Forestville Road Park Master Plan.
Join us to preview potential design concepts for the park and provide your feedback! Raleigh Parks is excited to create a Master Plan that reflects the unique needs and desires of the community. We welcome your input and look forward to collaborating with you!
This event is family-friendly and will include light refreshments and an art-making station for people of all ages. Accommodations and translation services are available upon request. Please contact ForestvilleRoadPark@PublicInput.com for requests and assistance.
Learn more & participate in the planning process!
Location: Marsh Creek Community Center
Date: Thursday, July 10
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Family Fun Day Pirates!
2025-07-12 11:00 - 14:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Ahoy mateys! Dive into the captivating history of pirates in NC!
Join us for an adventure-filled day with creative crafts and set sail on an exciting treasure hunt. Don’t miss out on this thrilling journey!
Join the City of Raleigh Museum for a program that is both educational and entertaining for families every second Saturday of the month.
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Saturday, July 12
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Ages: 0 – 10 years old
Cost: Free
No Registration Required

Summer Concert Series
2025-07-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2025 Summer Concert Series

Sunday, July 13 – Thelonious
Fred Fletcher Park – 820 Clay Street, 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

Lunch Box Lectures at the City of Raleigh Museum
2025-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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 – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

New Raleigh Flag
Thursday, July 17
Learn more about this grassroots movement from the people behind the New Raleigh Flag Campaign! Hear from Leo Suarez, Matt Lail, and Brian Rineer.

Plant Swap!
2025-07-19 11:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Calling all plant lovers! Join us for an exciting plant swap event!
Bring your favorite house and garden plants or homegrown vegetables to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts.
We ask that you bring only healthy, pest-free plants to ensure everyone’s enjoyment.
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Saturday, July 19
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Summer Concert Series
2025-07-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Pullen Park Amusements, 520 Ashe Ave., Raleigh, NC, 27606
2025 Summer Concert Series

Sunday, July 20 – Eat a Peach
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

Sertoma Public Art - Scratch Block Workshop 4
2025-07-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612, United States
Join artist, Jim Gallucci, for a scratch block workshop at Sertoma Arts Center. Participants will carve their own design into a sand mold that will be cast with molten iron during an iron pour event later this year. Jim will incorporate the completed iron blocks into his design for new art that will be a part of the Sertoma expansion. All materials will be provided. The activity involves scratching into sand, so be prepared to get a little sandy.
Register for the Scratch Block Workshop.
Learn more about Public Art at Sertoma Arts Center.

Birthday in Bloom
2025-07-26 09:00 - 21:00 | DIX Park, 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Celebrate Dix Park’s 10th Birthday at the Sunflower Field!
Learn more about Birthday in Bloom!

Caraleigh Park Public Art and Community Feedback Night
2025-08-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Arts Access North Carolina, 444 S Blount St., #115B, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join artist, Jean Gray Mohs, at Arts Access on Friday, Aug. 1, from 6 – 8 p.m. for a community engagement event to preview the public art concept designs for Caraleigh Park. This is your chance to explore the artist’s ideas for the park and share your thoughts directly with the project team. Your feedback will help shape the final design for the park.
This event is free.
If you need accommodations to attend, please reach out to Julia Whitfield at julia.whitfield@raleighnc.gov.
Learn more about Public Art at Caraleigh Park.

Boots on the Ground Back to School Extravaganza
2025-08-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Worthdale Park Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh, 27610
Back to school is right around the corner, so make sure to mark your calendars for the “Boots on the Ground Extravaganza” bookbag giveaway.
This exciting event is brought to you by Women Who Care. Come out and enjoy carnival games, face painting, delicious food, arts & crafts, and, of course, a bookbag giveaway while supplies last!
Location: Worthdale Community Center
Ages: 5 and up
Cost: Free – Registration is encouraged but not required
Register on RecLink

Summer Concert Series
2025-08-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2025 Summer Concert Series

Aug. 3 – Capital Transit
Fred Fletcher Park – 820 Clay Street, 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

Scrap Exchange Family Fun Day
2025-08-09 11:00 - 14:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/events/scrap-exchange-family-fun-day

Raleigh Teen Connect Back-to-School Pool Party
2025-08-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Biltmore Pool, 701 Crown Crossing Lane, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Calling all Middle and High School Teens!
Free Entry • Free Food • Free Sneaker Raffle • Music by DJ J-Will
Raleigh Teen Connect will host a Pool Party on Saturday, Aug. 9, at Biltmore Pool, 701 Crown Crossing Lane.
Come out and have some fun with us!
Sneaker Raffle Details
How to get up to 3 chances to win a fresh pair of sneakers:

Show up to the Pool Party—get 1 free raffle entry automatically.
Register for Raleigh Teen Connect (RTC)—earn 1 additional entry.
Sign up for Raleigh Youth Council (RYC)—earn another entry.

Important: After registering, save your confirmation email, print it, or take a screenshot. You must show proof at the Pool Party to claim your extra entries.
Location: Biltmore Hills
Date: Saturday, Aug. 9
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Ages: Middle and High School
Cost: Free

Summer Concert Series
2025-08-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2025 Summer Concert Series
Aug. 10 – Holly Springs Community Band
Fred Fletcher Park – 820 Clay Street, 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

More Events in this Series

Mud Day
2025-08-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Join us in 2025 for our 7th Annual Mud Day Festival as we celebrate our wetlands and all things muddy and wonderful!
Learn about local environmental groups in our area while participating in the fun activities they offer, visit local food trucks, and of course, slide in a giant mud pit!
Additional details coming soon!
Date: Saturday, August 16
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Back to School Giveaway
2025-08-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Sanderford Road Community Center, 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Kick off the new school year with some fun in the park!
We’ll have backpacks and school supplies on hand, one per child, while supplies last. Note in My Pocket will be on site with free clothes in sizes newborn to adult. Free basic haircuts are available inside from 9 – 11 a.m., but spots are limited. Don’t forget to check out our Community Partners and activities in the park!
Event Partners: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. – Omicron Zeta Chapter, Hiram Tyree #727 Masonic Lodge, Recidivism Reduction Educational Program Services, North Carolina Empowerment Organization, and Having Aunties in Reach.
Location: Sanderford Road Park
Ages: 5 – 18
Cost: Free while supplies last – *Child must be present to receive a backpack and school supplies

Pop Up Roller Skating Event
2025-08-17 13:30 - 15:30 | Tarboro Road Community Center
The Tarboro Road Community Center is excited to host a monthly Pop-up Roller Skating session!
Join us on Sunday, Aug. 17, from 1:30 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, you will have a great time!
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

Summer Concert Series
2025-08-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2025 Summer Concert Series
Aug. 17 – Carpe Diem Sax Quartet
Fred Fletcher Park – 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, NC
Time: 5 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

Dix Park Community Committee Meeting
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | DIX Park, 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27603
The Dix Park Community Committee is an advisory committee designed to represent the diversity of the community and bring a broad range of experiences and expertise to the Dorothea Dix Park project. This committee provides guidance and recommendations to the Dix Park Leadership Committee on matters related to park development, programming, and engagement.
View Meeting Agendas and Minutes

Green Road's Teen Hang Night
2025-08-22 18:30 - 21:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
If you’re looking for a place to hang out with your friends for the night, Green Road’s Teen Hang Night is the place to be.
The night will be filled with lots of free fun, which consists of making TikTok videos, video game competitions, basketball games, DJ, and other activities. Bring a friend to come have a great time!
Location: Green Road Community Center
Ages: 11-17
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink
