Raleigh Parks and Oaks and Spokes hold frequent Learn to Ride events. Registration is required. Volunteers will help participants gain a sense of balance and control on a bicycle, without training wheels, by using the balance bike method. A balance bike is a bike with the pedals removed, which allows riders to steady themselves using their feet. Participants ages 5+ are welcome. A balance … [Read more...] about Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike
Sports
Bike Rodeo at Chavis Park May 6, part of Bike Month
May is Bike Month and there are events all over the Triangle aimed at celebrating bike riding and encouraging more people to ride. In Raleigh, several organizations, including Oaks and Spokes, The City of Raleigh, Downtown Raleigh Alliance and more, are coming together to present Bike Month events, most of which are free. Here's a list of events on The City of Raleigh's page. Check out a … [Read more...] about Bike Rodeo at Chavis Park May 6, part of Bike Month
Art Putt: free pop-up mini-golf in Raleigh starting May 1
This spring and summer you can play mini-golf on the most imaginative and artistic course around...for free! Downtown Raleigh Alliance is debuting ArtPutt on Friday, May 1, 2026, and it will be around all spring and summer, until September 30, 2026. This year it will be at Bloc[83] Courtyard, 621 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Play for free any day, from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Use … [Read more...] about Art Putt: free pop-up mini-golf in Raleigh starting May 1
Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 24-26
From April 24 to 26, 2026, a different kind of baseball will be played at the Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 W Corporation Street, Durham, NC. See the schedule below. Sandlot Revival is a weekend of games between "sandlot" teams from across the country. The teams are made of folks who just like getting together and playing baseball. Winning is not everything. It's more of a fun, social time. … [Read more...] about Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 24-26
Lake Wheeler Invitational — women’s intercollegiate rowing event on April 24-25
The Lake Wheeler Invitational is an annual intercollegiate women’s rowing event co-hosted by Duke University and the University of North Carolina. It takes place at Lake Wheeler Park, 6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on April 24 and 25, 2026. Spectators are welcome! There's no admission charge, but parking is $20. If you'd like to volunteer, parking is free all weekend. … [Read more...] about Lake Wheeler Invitational — women’s intercollegiate rowing event on April 24-25
5th Anniversary Celebration at Yeet Street Discs (disc golf) in Morrisville Apr. 11
Yeet Street Discs, a disc golf store at 10970 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville, North Carolina, is hosting a 5th Anniversary Party on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The event is free to attend and takes place both inside and outside the store. Check for updates about the event on Yeet Street Disc's Facebook page. What to expect: … [Read more...] about 5th Anniversary Celebration at Yeet Street Discs (disc golf) in Morrisville Apr. 11
Free Battle of the Badges Hockey Game Between Raleigh Police and Fire Departments March 27
The Raleigh Fire Department and the Raleigh Police Department will face off on the ice in the Battle of the Badges at Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday, March 27, 2027. This game is FREE to watch, and parking at Lenovo will also be free. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the parking lots will be open at 4 p.m. for tailgating. The game will benefit two local … [Read more...] about Free Battle of the Badges Hockey Game Between Raleigh Police and Fire Departments March 27
Durham Bulls Fan Fest March 27 (free, but you need to reserve tickets)
Durham Bulls are hosting their Fan Fest on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event is free, but tickets are required and go quickly. Reserve your tickets now. Fan Fest Features Add-on opportunities include: … [Read more...] about Durham Bulls Fan Fest March 27 (free, but you need to reserve tickets)
Carolina Roller Derby Match on March 21: Pretty in Rink
Skaters from the Carolina Roller Derby home teams, the Dogwood Destroyers and the Box Turtle Bruisers, will compete in a match, Pretty in Rink, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 11 a.m. The match takes place at Wheels Durham, 715 N Hoover Road, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Kids get in for $6. Buy tickets here. They're getting glitzy and celebrating … [Read more...] about Carolina Roller Derby Match on March 21: Pretty in Rink
Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a special swim event on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Homestead Aquatic Center, 300 Aquatic Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dive for Gold in the swimming pool and search for hidden gold coins. This event is for ages 3 to 10. Admission is $10 for Chapel Hill residents and $15 for non-residents. Register … [Read more...] about Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
