The City of Raleigh's Solid Waste Services team will be hosting popups to hand out FREE biodegradable yard waste bags this fall. Swing by Buffaloe Road Athletic Park to pick up your five (5) FREE biodegradable paper yard waste bags! Solid Waste Services staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about the city's new service for residents, Enhanced Weekly Yard Waste Pickup.
The Sir Walter Raleigh Awards for Community Appearance recognize outstanding new contributions to the character, environment, and appearance of the City of Raleigh. Since 1983, the Raleigh City Council has presented more than 200 Sir Walter Raleigh Awards to developers, designers, building owners, community groups, civic clubs, churches, and citizens. Please RSVP to let us know if you plan to attend.
The registration link and agenda will be available a week before the meeting date. If you subscribe to this meeting series, you will receive the registration link and updates such as news and workshops. This commission meets the first Thursday of every month. Members discuss various stormwater needs and issues. Then, provides recommendations to staff and reports to Raleigh City Council. If you would like to speak at this meeting during public comment, please email us.
Public Meeting - October 1, 2026 The City of Raleigh Design Review Commission will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, October 1 at 4:30 p.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street in the City Council Chamber. For more information about the meeting, please contact Kasey Evans or visit the Design Review Commission webpage. A. Call to Order B. Approval of Minutes C. Streetscape Plans - New Business C.1 Streetscape Plan SSP-1-26: Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan Dylan Bruchhaus, Transportation . The City of Raleigh initiated a Streetscape Plan process for Fayetteville Street in early 2025. The process is nearing completion with a concept plan and design standards developed to guide the future evolution of the street. The proposed Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan will establish regulatory streetscape standards for the five blocks of Fayetteville Street between Morgan Street and Lenior Street in downtown Raleigh. The new standards regulate design elements, such as the sidewalk cross-section, paving materials, street furnishings, landscaping palette, and street lighting. . At the meeting, staff and consultant (McAdams) will present an overview of the proposed streetscape plan and design standards. . The deadline for review and action by the Design Review Commission is November 30, […]
The committee is responsible for the study of issues related to park facilities, features, developments, and modifications. The committee prepares recommendations and proposals for the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board based on in-depth review and study of park-related issues and concerns. The Parks Committee a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street, Conference Room 303 at 6:00 pm.
Raleigh Parks’ Moore Square, in partnership with @Get2KnowRaleigh, welcomes back the First Friday Market & Movie Night series for the 2026 season. This free monthly event brings the community together for local vendors, food trucks, live music, and a featured outdoor movie in the heart of downtown Raleigh. Join us on the first Friday of each month from May through November, with the market and food trucks beginning at 5 p.m., live music at 5:30 p.m., and the movie starting around 7:15 p.m. 2026 First Friday Movie Lineup Oct. 2 - Ghostbusters (1984) Nov. 6 - Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)* (movie will begin at 6:30 p.m.) Details Market & Food Trucks: 5 - 9 p.m. Live Music: 5:30 p.m. Movie: 7:15 p.m.* Ages: All Cost: Free Presented in partnership with Get 2 Know Raleigh. Movie sponsored by the Downtown Raleigh Alliance.
With live music from local talent and loads of free fall fun – including hay rides, inflatables, lawn games, kids activities, seasonal photo ops, and a pumpkin patch – you don't want to miss this family-friendly event! Dine from 50+ local food trucks Shop with 100+ makers and independent businesses Sample NC craft beer and ciders Raleigh Fire will be in attendance, celebrating Fire Prevention Week For the live music lineup and list of vendors, follow the link below. More event details Date: Saturday, Oct. 3 Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: The Big Field at Dorthea Dix Park
Hop on the Historic Raleigh Trolley and learn about the strange history of historic house moving in the City of Oaks! For nearly 200 years, Raleigh citizens have preserved their historic buildings by moving them from place to place. On this special Raleigh Trolley Tour, we’ll discuss how and why they are moved and show you where they went! These hour-long tours begin and end at Mordecai Historic Park. Please arrive 15 minutes early to check tickets and meet the trolley on time. Tickets can be purchased online at reclink.raleighnc.gov or in person at the Mordecai Visitor Center. For more information, please call 919-996-4363. Details Location: Mordecai Historic Park Date: Sunday, Oct. 4 Time: 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. Ages: All Cost: $15 Register on RecLink
Watch Council Meeting Live Stream Meeting agendas are posted the Thursday before the scheduled meeting. Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.
The Community Awareness Committee meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. at One Exchange Plaza, conference room 809. Upcoming meeting agendas for the RHDC Community Awareness Committee can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page.
Join us for movie nights this summer at Pullen Park! Families, friends, and film lovers of all ages are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs for a season of outdoor cinema on the event lawn. Screenings will take place on the first Tuesday of every month, kicking off in June and concluding in October. All screenings are free and open to the public. Refreshments and popcorn will be available for purchase at the Pullen Café. Details Movie - Toy Story 5 (2026) Location: Pullen Park Amusements Ages: All Cost: Free Please note that film screenings are contingent upon weather conditions; news of cancellations will be updated on the Raleigh Parks website.
Watch Council Meeting Live Stream Meeting agendas are posted the Thursday before the scheduled meeting. Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.