Paddle Tours on the Lake

Nestled between Graham and Mebane lies the gorgeous flat water of Graham-Mebane Lake. Come enjoy the cooler weather with us on the water. Graham Recreation & Parks invites you to join us on a guided, two-hour paddle tour (30 minutes to prepare). With our tour guide at the helm, you...

Youth Fishing Day

Youth ages 4 to 15 are invited to participate in a FREE, non-competitive Youth Fishing Day with Graham Recreation & Parks! Enjoy fishing, raffles, SnoBalls, and yard games at the Park & Play Mobile Recreation Van. Stormwater SMART will also be on-site with fun, educational opportunities as we kick off...

First Responder Friday

Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is open to all ages and free of charge. Southern Alamance Family Empowerment (S.A.F.E.) Food Ministry will also join us with information about their...

Bank Fishing Catfish Tournaments

Graham-Mebane Lake sponsors several bank-fishing catfish tournaments each summer. Payout is for the three heaviest catfish caught and weighed at Graham-Mebane Lake during the tournament by three different entrants. (Entrants may weigh as many fish as they like, but only their heaviest fish will be considered.) All fish must be...

Musical Chairs Concert Series in Graham

We have expanded the music experience and opportunities in Graham with the Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park! The Musical Chairs Outdoor Countywide Summer Concert Series is a great way to spend an evening in a park. This program gives talent around the local and regional...

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series

The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003 featuring a variety of music from beach to country to top 40 favorites presented by local and regional bands! Join Graham Recreation & Parks on the fourth Thursday of each month (May – September) for the Thursdays at Seven Concert...

Legacy Bass Tournament at Graham-Mebane Lake

Graham Recreation & Parks presents the first annual Legacy Bass Tournament for adult/youth entries at Graham-Mebane Lake. Registration begins in person on Monday, April 1 at the marina. First come, first served. 75% Payout to the top three spots (First Place – 50%, Second Place – 30%, and Third Place...

Arbor Day in Graham

The City of Graham Appearance Commission & Tree Board advocates the planting and preservation of trees on public rights-of-way and public properties, and we work to educate residents on the importance of trees in all areas of our community. The Board serves as an advisory board to the City Council as it...

Accessible Parks Grant – Public Meeting

The Graham Recreation & Parks Department (GRPD) is exploring the submission of an Accessible Parks Grant application to upgrade the Graham Recreation Center’s accessibility for people living with disabilities. The two projects proposed for the Accessible Parks Grant are: 1) the addition of an ADA entryway, including push plates for...

New Monthly Meeting Date for the Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board

The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board’s function is to serve in an advisory capacity to City Council and, most importantly, act as a responsible steward of all artifacts entrusted to the Museum. The advisory board plays a vital role in the operation of the Historical Museum. Board members work to initiate...