Exhibit Opening: African American Musicians of North Carolina

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

A new exhibit, “African American Musicians of North Carolina,” is coming to the City of Raleigh Museum! Visitors can view the materials from August 4, 2023, through October 29, 2023. The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources created this traveling exhibit to help cultural heritage institutions statewide connect with local communities.

JCMP Inaugural Cornhole Tournament

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

Let the games begin! Join us at John Chavis Memorial Park for our first ever cornhole tournament.

Teddy Bear Picnic

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

Come join the fun at Pullen Park for our first Teddy Bear Picnic. MOSS Kids will be providing a day filled with stories, hands-on fun, and adventures. At the top of every hour, we will start with a parade! So, grab your favorite Teddy Bear, Dino, or toy, and join us to march to our Storytime adventures. Don’t forget, bring your used books for a donation to the book sale table! You can also purchase used books to take home.

Back to School Giveaway

Sanderford Road Community Center 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC

Teen Programs Back To School Pool Party

Biltmore Hills Park 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC

Teens Programs will be hosting it's Back to School Pool Party with FREE admission, food, DJ,  and over a Back To School Shoe Raffle. Teens come ready to have a great time!

Summer Concert Series

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

The 2023 Summer Concert Series is here! Concerts are free and we encourage tips for the bands. Performers may change without notice. May be canceled for inclement weather. Bring your own chair or blanket. No food is available at Fred Fletcher Park. Pullen Park June 11 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra June 25 - Triangle Taiko July 9 - Tune Swingers July 30 - Husbandos August 13 - TBD August 20 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra September 17 - The Blue Notes Fred Fletcher Park July 23 - Capital Transit September 10 - Thelonious September 24 - SWAG Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Parks, Recreation, and Greenways Advisory Board

Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m. The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public. This meeting will be streamed for public viewing - watch meeting. The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.

Mud Day

Walnut Creek Wetland Center 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC

Join us for Walnut Creek Wetland Center's 5th annual award-winning Mud Day! This free community event is a celebration of the importance of wetlands and getting young people (and the young at heart!) involved in messy, muddy outdoor fun.

Food History Trolley Tour

Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC

The Historic Raleigh Trolley is taking riders on a tasty tour of downtown Raleigh! Join the Historic Raleigh Trolley Food Tour to learn about some of Raleigh’s oldest and best local restaurants, from barbecue to healthy eats. Enjoy samples along the way from several iconic stores and restaurants. When: Saturday, August 19 Tour Times: 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. Fee: $15

Back to School Jamboree at the Park

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

Join us for an evening filled with bounce houses, entertainment, yard games, and more. Free lunch boxes and water bottles are available to students while supplies last.

Summer Concert Series

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

The 2023 Summer Concert Series is here! Concerts are free and we encourage tips for the bands. Performers may change without notice. May be canceled for inclement weather. Bring your own chair or blanket. No food is available at Fred Fletcher Park. Pullen Park June 11 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra June 25 - Triangle Taiko July 9 - Canceled July 30 - Husbandos August 13 - TBD August 20 - Raleigh Jazz Orchestra September 17 - The Blue Notes Fred Fletcher Park July 23 - Capital Transit September 10 - Thelonious September 24 - SWAG Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Free Friday at Mordecai Historic Park

Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC

Mordecai Historic Park will offer free tours throughout the day on this special Friday! Tours include the Mordecai House, Andrew Johnson's birthplace, St. Mark's Chapel, & the Allen Kitchen. Free tours are offered only twice a year, so don't miss out! First come, first served; no registration is necessary. Please call 919-996-4364 for more information.