Livable Raleigh

Tarboro Road Park Project Open House
2025-06-26 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Moore Square’s Back-to-School Bash this Saturday
2025-08-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us for a fun day of Back to School Nostalgia with hands-on activities and a mini-vendor market, and food trucks.
This event is for all ages. Enjoy arts and crafts, lawn games, and retro vibes to tap into all those back-to-school core memories.
The PNC Grow Up Great Mobile Learning Adventure will also be on-site to help parents learn about the importance of early childhood education through fun activities with their children.
Location: Moore Square
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Sanderford Road Pickleball Grand Opening!
2025-08-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Sanderford Road Community Center, 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Join us at Sanderford Road Park for the grand opening of our brand-new pickleball courts!
Come learn the fastest-growing sport in the country with a live demo and free instruction. Whether you’re brand new or already a fan, this is a great chance
to try it out and connect with others in the community. Bring your friends, bring your family—don’t miss it!
Location: Sanderford Road Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No Registration Required, and Equipment will be provided

Indie Rewind
2025-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us on First Friday to celebrate 2010’s independent music with vibrant vibes! Appreciate the musical talent that has graced our city over the past 15 years.
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Friday, Sept. 5
Time: 6 – 9 p.m.
Ages: 18 and older
Cost: Free
No registration is required

Summer Concert Series
2025-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2025 Summer Concert Series
Sept. 7 – SWAG
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

Friday Night Market and Movie with Get2Know Raleigh: E.T. The Extra Terrestrial
2025-09-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
This is a free community event series featuring an outdoor movie, free live music, food trucks, a local artisans’ market, and free games for all ages!

Art On The Greenway Ride Series - Ride #1
2025-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Kiwanis Park, 2525 Noble Road, 27608
Join Oaks and Spokes and Raleigh Arts for three fun and social group rides to help shape the future of public art on Raleigh’s greenway system. These rides are part of an ongoing effort to identify where and what kinds of art could be added to make our greenways more vibrant, welcoming, and reflective of our community.
Along the way, we will visit or discuss several potential locations listed in the City of Raleigh Greenway Master Plan as priority sites for public art. These include sections of the Reedy Creek, Crabtree Creek, Little Rock, and Walnut Creek Trails. At each location, you can share your ideas about what types of public art you would like to see, such as tunnel murals, sculptures, wayfinding features, decorative fencing, infrastructure murals, or pathway art.
You do not have to pre-register to participate. Just arrive at the starting location by the posted start time for each ride.
The pilot list of locations includes areas like the North Carolina Museum of Art Blue Loop to Blue Ridge Road, Industrial Drive to Atlantic Avenue, and the Little Rock Trail between Davie and Cabarrus Streets, among others. These sites were chosen for their visibility, community connections, and potential to create unique experiences along the trail.
Whether you ride the greenway daily or visit it occasionally, this is a chance to explore it in a new way, imagine how art could enhance the space, and contribute to decisions that will help shape the greenway’s future.
Water and snacks will be provided, but participants should come prepared with their own water, sunscreen, and clothing suited to the weather. Please bring a safe and working bike, scooter, Onewheel, or other personal electric vehicle if you plan to ride.

Ride Information
Saturday, September 13th at 10 am
5 miles – Kiwanis Neighborhood Park to Crabtree Park Wetland and back.
View route information
Our first ride will be a short, family-friendly outing starting at Kiwanis Neighborhood Park. From there, we will ride together east toward the wetlands along Raleigh Boulevard, making a couple of stops along the way to imagine where and how public art could be added to this section of the greenway. Families with children are encouraged to join, and the pace will be easy and social.

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Summer Concert Series
2025-09-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2025 Summer Concert Series
Sept. 14 – Blue Notes
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

Lunch Box Lectures at the City of Raleigh Museum
2025-09-18 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.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Bonnie Eamick
Thursday, Sept. 18
Assistant Manager at the Annie Louise Wilkerson, MD Nature Preserve Park will speak on the legacy of Dr. Wilkerson, a pioneer for women in the medical world
