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
CANCELED: Introduction to Invasive Species
Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Free (register at above link)
Want to learn about common invasive species in North Carolina? Join a park naturalist and study what makes these species “invasive,” how they arrived in our area, and how to identify and treat a variety of invasives. Please bring a water bottle and closed-toe shoes, as part of this program will be a walk outdoors. For ages 10+. Meet at the Cardinal Shelter, the first shelter on your right near the upper parking lot.
Turtle Talk
Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026
10-11 a.m.
Free (register at above link)
Did you know that more than 5 species of turtle call Crowder Park home? Join park staff as we talk turtles! Together, we will discuss identification, behavior, and the fascinating phenomenon of scutes. Best for ages 5 and up. Registration is required for all attendees (adults and children), and children must have an accompanying adult. Meet at the Robin Shelter, the first shelter on your right as you enter the lower parking lot.
Art in the Park: Sketching Summer
Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026
10-11 a.m.
Free (register at above link)
Soak in the sun and express yourself by practicing drawing plants and animals here in the park! All ages and artistic abilities are welcome; art supplies are provided. Registration is required for everyone, and children must have adult accompaniment. Meet at the Robin Shelter, the first shelter on your right as you enter the lower parking lot.
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
We make every effort to make sure that everything on Triangle on the Cheap is 100% accurate.
However, sometimes things change without notice, and it’s also possible that we can make a mistake.
Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.
More Kids’ Events in the Triangle
Please check out our big list of free and cheap kids’ events in the Triangle or look at a quick list here:
