Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests.
Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and observation deck.
Crowder County Park hosts many family events. Register for programs here. Space is limited for all programs, and might be filled up when you read this. In some cases, however, a waitlist might be available.You can see all of the upcoming events on Crowder County Park’s website.
Upcoming Events
Crowder By Night: Outstanding Opossums
Friday, February 6, 2026
4-5 p.m.
Free
Learn about the only marsupial in North Carolina! Discover what a day in the life of our nocturnal friends looks like, and why they’re so important to our environment. For all ages; FREE. Meet at the Cardinal Shelter, the first right after entering the park.
Happy Valentine’s Day, Mother Nature!
Sunday, February 8, 2026
2-3 p.m.
Free
Join us as we celebrate a day of love and kindness at the park! Make a few homemade Valentine’s treats for our feathered friends. Learn some bizarre behaviors and calls of different animals. Create a Valentine’s card from natural objects to give to a special someone. For all ages; FREE. Meet at the Upper Pavilion, near the end of the upper parking lot.
Duck, Duck, Goose
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
11 a.m. to 12 p.m
Free
Ducks and geese are on the move! Get to know our birds up close. Study feathers, beaks and feet. Make a webbed track then waddle down to the pond to see ducks and geese in action. For all ages. FREE.
Tiny Tots
Monday, Feb. 23, 2026
10:15-11 a.m.
Free
We hope your tiny tots can join us for a fun story time with a craft activity after! This month we are reading Sing Like a Whale, by Moira Butterfield. This colorful book invites children to hoot like an owl, howl like a wolf, sing like a whale, and more! Best for ages 6 & under; FREE. Registration is required for all children, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants can meet at the Cardinal Shelter, the first right after entering the park.
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