Keep United Skates of America, 2901 Trawick Road, Raleigh, in mind for entertaining the kids over Winter Break, or when planning fun for your out of town guests. United Skates of America has a ton of special events planned. Here are some New Year's Eve events. Noon Year's Eve Skate with CharactersTuesday, December 31, 202410 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.$20 Includes regular skate rental, a glow stick, … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve parties at United Skates of America
Sports
Free ice skating at Downtown Cary Park
Downtown Cary Park features an ice skating rink. You'll find it in the Park Street Courts area of the park, near the ping pong and foosball tables. The address of Downtown Cary Park is 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, but Park Street Courts is right at E Park Street, near S Walker Street. It's free to skate, and use of the skates is free as well. It's a fairly small rink, so … [Read more...] about Free ice skating at Downtown Cary Park
Big Sale on Amazon for sports and fitness equipment, including big discounts on electric bikes
If you plan to get more active or try a new sport in 2025, or you have an athlete on your gift list, you will want to check out this list of special sports and fitness deals from Amazon. Whether you want to exercise from the comfort of your own home, or hit the trails, you will save money shopping from this list. Right now, everything from stationary bikes to pickleball equipment is on … [Read more...] about Big Sale on Amazon for sports and fitness equipment, including big discounts on electric bikes
Free: International Tennis Carnival in Carrboro Oct. 13
The Town of Carrboro's Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources and the Durham Orange Community Tennis Association are hosting the International Tennis Carnival. It takes place on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Wilson Park Tennis Courts, 301 Williams Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This is a free event for ages 5 and up, both kids and adults. No registration is … [Read more...] about Free: International Tennis Carnival in Carrboro Oct. 13
Play Ball Durham: Free Baseball Clinic for Kids at DBAP Oct. 10
Major League Baseball, USA Baseball and the Durham Bulls are offering Play Ball Durham, a FREE introductory baseball clinic for kids ages 4-12. The clinic is on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 6 p.m. (check-in at 5:30 p.m.), at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. No prior experience in baseball is required, and kids don't need any baseball … [Read more...] about Play Ball Durham: Free Baseball Clinic for Kids at DBAP Oct. 10
Minor League Cricket Matches in Morrisville — free to watch
Minor League Cricket is coming to Church Street Park, 5800 Cricket Pitch Way, Morrisville, NC. The matches are free and open to the public. Match Schedule -- Fall of 2024 … [Read more...] about Minor League Cricket Matches in Morrisville — free to watch
Kids can try volleyball for free through USA Volleyball national program
USA Volleyball is launching Try Volleyball for Free, a national program for kids in grades 1-8. This is a fun, low-pressure way for kids to try out the sport. Local volleyball clubs and sports organizations across the United States are hosting free clinics. Kids should wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes, and bring a water bottle. No other equipment is necessary. To see if there's a … [Read more...] about Kids can try volleyball for free through USA Volleyball national program
Topgolf: Get free chicken wings when you try new “The Sure Thing” club Aug 5
Topgolf is a little bit different (to say the least) than traditional golf. You play in climate controlled hitting bays, so you can play all year. The 240-yard outfield has dartboard-like targets in the ground. The closer to the center or “bull’s-eye” you get and the farther out you hit your microchipped balls, the more points you receive. Learn everything about Topgolf Durham, including … [Read more...] about Topgolf: Get free chicken wings when you try new “The Sure Thing” club Aug 5
Free: Fencing Intro and Olympic Watch Party at Research Triangle Fencing July 28
Research Triangle Fencing, at 3742 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd, A-2, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a free fencing intro and Olympic watch party on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 1 p.m. Registration is required. First, experience an introduction to the sport during which you'll learn the basic movements. Then cheer on Team USA at the Olympic women's foil fencing event, with commentary from RTP … [Read more...] about Free: Fencing Intro and Olympic Watch Party at Research Triangle Fencing July 28
Manchester City vs. Celtic: Open practice at WakeMed Soccer Park July 22
For the second time, an international soccer match will be held at Kenan Stadium, 104 Stadium Drive, Chapel Hill, NC. Manchester City and Celtic will be competing in the FC Series on July 23, 2024, at 7 p.m. Chapel Hill is one of only four cities for this U.S. FC Series tour. The others are New York, Orlando and Columbus. Tickets to the match are pretty pricey, but you can watch the teams … [Read more...] about Manchester City vs. Celtic: Open practice at WakeMed Soccer Park July 22










