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. The NC Wildlife Resources Commission and Stormwater SMART will also be on-site with fun,...

Community Input Meetings: Future Development of Bill Cooke Park

The City of Graham has recently purchased over 12 acres of land next to Bill Cooke Park and is seeking community input to help shape its future development. The Graham Recreation & Parks Department (GRPD) invites you to help shape the future development of this park at the upcoming community...

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series

The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003, featuring various 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 Series, with...

Chill & Thrill: Park Pop-Ups

Graham Recreation & Parks is popping up at Graham Regional Park during school breaks (spring & summer) with our Park & Play Mobile Recreation Van for Chill & Thrill: Park Pop-Ups! Join us for sweet treats, lively tunes, and loads of fun activities for everyone! What to expect: yard games,...

Coffee & Conversation with Seth Mycko

Join us for an evening with the featured guest speaker, Seth Mycko, NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) Fisheries Biologist. Seth Mycko is the current District 5 Fisheries Biologist II for the NCWRC. He and his counterpart biologist Daniel Morrill are responsible for sport fishery management within 23 reservoirs and 4...

Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park

In 2021, Graham Recreation & Parks 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...

2025 Season-Long Big Bass Tournament

2025 Season-Long Big Bass TournamentSeason-Long Dates: March 1 – September 30, 2025Times: During Operational HoursAges: 16 & older • Cost: $25.00, which covers the entire tournament (normal lake user fees apply)Location: Graham-Mebane Lake • 3218 Bason Road, Mebane, NC 27302Details: Graham-Mebane Lake sponsors a Season-Long Big Bass Tournament (BBT). Join...

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...

Legacy Bass Tournament at Graham-Mebane Lake (a tournament for adult/youth entries)

Graham Recreation & Parks presents the second annual Legacy Bass Tournament for adult/youth entries at Graham-Mebane Lake. Registration begins in person on Monday, March 24 at the marina. First come, first served. 75% Payout to the top three spots (First Place – 50%, Second Place – 30%, and Third Place...

Drums Alive at the Graham Recreation Center

Graham Recreation & Parks invites you to experience Drums Alive! Drums Alive is a fun rhythmical drumming program. This unique wellness class combines the rhythms of drumming and movement to energize the brain and body for transformational results. The class also provides benefits through increasing cardiovascular health, strength and flexibility,...