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Historic Yates Mill County Park: Hands-On History — Toys and Games July 4

Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Tours of … [Read more...] about Historic Yates Mill County Park: Hands-On History — Toys and Games July 4

Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday at Pullen Park (outdoors)

Every Wednesday, starting March 12, 2025, experience free Acro Yoga  at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Acro Yoga will be going on from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines yoga and acrobatics. This class is for all levels, including beginners. Bring a yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Follow the Acro Yoga @ Pullen Park group on Facebook … [Read more...] about Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday at Pullen Park (outdoors)

Free Yoga classes in Durham Central Park on Tuesdays

Free Yoga classes are held every Tuesday, at 6 p.m., at 9 a.m., April through September 30, 2025, in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. You Call This Yoga will be offering these free gentle mat yoga sessions in the Durham Central Park Pavilion. Half the classes will be in Spanish and English, and the other half in English only. Please bring a mat and water. … [Read more...] about Free Yoga classes in Durham Central Park on Tuesdays

Juneteenth Urban Zumba Celebration June 19

Alex Lewis is hosting a free Juneteenth Urban Zumba Celebration on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., at Fenton Square, 201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, North Carolina. It takes place in front of Paragon Theaters. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or new to Zumba, all are welcome to move to the rhythm of uplifting music, while embracing the history and culture behind this important … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Urban Zumba Celebration June 19

Free Zumba Classes at Parkside Town Commons

Experience FREE Zumba classes on Thursdays in April and May, 2025, at Parkside Town Commons, 7119 O'Kelly Chapel Road, Cary, North Carolina. The classes take place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the green area near Five Guys. Licensed Zumba instructor Aya Zaghloul will be leading the classes. Sign up here. Events subject to change without notice. By participating in this exercise or exercise … [Read more...] about Free Zumba Classes at Parkside Town Commons

Free outdoor fitness classes with Oak and Iron at Waverly Place in Cary May 17

Oak and Iron is offering three free pop-up fitness classes in the Courtyard at Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina. The classes take place on March 28, April 19, and May 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The classes are free, but please register. Registration is here. You'll need to create an account with Oak and Iron Fitness. Join Oak and Iron for an inclusive fitness … [Read more...] about Free outdoor fitness classes with Oak and Iron at Waverly Place in Cary May 17

Full Moon Fever Bike Ride on American Tobacco Trail May 10

Experience the American Tobacco Trail at night with the Full Moon Fever Bike Ride, with Durham Parks and Recreation. The ride takes place on these dates: There's no cost to participate, and you don't need to register. Depending on how far you want to ride, choose one of these two start locations and times. 7:30 p.m. - First Ride Start TimeThe first ride start is at 7:30 p.m. in front of … [Read more...] about Full Moon Fever Bike Ride on American Tobacco Trail May 10

Bike Bonanza at Pullen Park, and more for 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 … [Read more...] about Bike Bonanza at Pullen Park, and more for Bike Month

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