Events

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series 4th Thursday of each month with an additional concert added to September (May – September)Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pmFor All AgesCost: FreeLocation: In the Streets of Downtown Graham • West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003, featuring various music from beach to […]

Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park 1st Fridays (May – August) Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, NC 27253 In 2021, Graham Recreation & Parks expanded the music experience and opportunities in Graham with the Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor […]

Chill & Thrill: Park Pop-Ups 2025 Dates: Monday, April 14 (Graham Regional Park Master Plan -  Community Open House Meeting – Be a part of the future of Graham Regional Park & share your ideas!) Monday, April 21 Monday, June 9 Monday, July 14 Monday, August 18 Time: 10:00am – 12:00noon For All Ages Cost: Free Location: […]

Challenge Paddle Tour Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025 Times: 10:30am – 3:00pm Ages: 18 & older, experienced paddlers only Cost: (space is limited and registration is required) • Reserve a kayak, paddle, PFD, & registration - $25.00 per person • Bring your own kayak, paddle, PFD, & registration - $13.00 per person Location: Graham-Mebane Lake • 3218 Bason Road, […]

Bank Fishing Catfish Tournaments Dates: Saturdays – May 17, June 14, July 12, August 9, 2025 Time: 8:00pm – Midnight (in August, times are 7:00pm – 11:00pm) Ages: For all ages, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to cast, hook a fish, and reel it in by themselves. […]

Juneteenth Celebration in Graham Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pmFor All AgesCost: FreeLocation: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 The City of Graham Recreation & Parks Department invites you to the Juneteenth Celebration in Graham. Come out to the Graham Recreation Center for food trucks, vendors, visit with community […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series 4th Thursday of each month with an additional concert added to September (May – September)Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pmFor All AgesCost: FreeLocation: In the Streets of Downtown Graham • West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003, featuring various music from beach to […]

Slice of Summer Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025 Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham • 100 & 200 blocks of West Elm Street and sections of 100 blocks of North & South Maple Street Details: Come join us at Slice of Summer, a water-based festival in the streets of […]

Bank Fishing Catfish Tournaments Dates: Saturdays – May 17, June 14, July 12, August 9, 2025 Time: 8:00pm – Midnight (in August, times are 7:00pm – 11:00pm) Ages: For all ages, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to cast, hook a fish, and reel it in by themselves. […]

Chill & Thrill: Park Pop-Ups 2025 Dates: Monday, April 14 (Graham Regional Park Master Plan -  Community Open House Meeting – Be a part of the future of Graham Regional Park & share your ideas!) Monday, April 21 Monday, June 9 Monday, July 14 Monday, August 18 Time: 10:00am – 12:00noon For All Ages Cost: Free Location: […]

Graham-Mebane Lake Fish Habitat Enhancement Workday Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025 Times: 8:00am - 1:30pm Ages: 15 & older No Cost Location: Graham-Mebane Lake • 3218 Bason Road, Mebane, NC 27302 Details: Come out to help the NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) and the Alamance County Bassmasters plant native aquatic vegetation at Graham-Mebane Lake. Please […]

Community Input Meeting: Graham Regional Park Master Plan Drafts Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025 Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 Help shape the future of Graham Regional Park! Stop by the Graham Recreation Center on July 24 to review the latest […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series 4th Thursday of each month with an additional concert added to September (May – September)Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pmFor All AgesCost: FreeLocation: In the Streets of Downtown Graham • West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003, featuring various music from beach to […]

Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park 1st Fridays (May – August) Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, NC 27253 In 2021, Graham Recreation & Parks expanded the music experience and opportunities in Graham with the Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor […]

Save the Date: National Night Out is Tuesday, August 5! Join the Graham Police Department for an evening of community connection and safety awareness. This annual event is a chance to meet your local officers, ask questions, share feedback, and learn how we’re working together to keep neighborhoods safe. Officers will be visiting multiple locations […]

Coffee & Conversation with Andrew Sam, Task Force Leader of the Alamance Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail NC Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm For Adults of All Ages Cost: Free, but online registration is requested (Register Online) Location: Burlington City Park - Carousel Meeting Room • 1368 South Main Street, Burlington, […]

Bank Fishing Catfish Tournaments Dates: Saturdays – May 17, June 14, July 12, August 9, 2025 Time: 8:00pm – Midnight (in August, times are 7:00pm – 11:00pm) Ages: For all ages, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to cast, hook a fish, and reel it in by themselves. […]

First Responder Friday When: Friday, August 15, 2025 Times: 2:00pm - 4:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free August Location: Graham Housing Authority (Sarah Williams Avenue) 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 […]

Chill & Thrill: Park Pop-Ups 2025 Dates: Monday, April 14 (Graham Regional Park Master Plan -  Community Open House Meeting – Be a part of the future of Graham Regional Park & share your ideas!) Monday, April 21 Monday, June 9 Monday, July 14 Monday, August 18 Time: 10:00am – 12:00noon For All Ages Cost: Free Location: […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series 4th Thursday of each month with an additional concert added to September (May – September)Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pmFor All AgesCost: FreeLocation: In the Streets of Downtown Graham • West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003, featuring various music from beach to […]

9/11 Commemorative 5K Event Registration Dates: Registration is now open through August 31 at 11:59pm. Register by August 24 to guarantee an event t-shirt with a minimum of a $10.00 donation. Day of registration will be available. Event Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025 (rain or shine)Event Times: 7:00am - 11:00am (see schedule on website)For All […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series 4th Thursday of each month with an additional concert added to September (May – September)Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pmFor All AgesCost: FreeLocation: In the Streets of Downtown Graham • West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003, featuring various music from beach to […]

First Responder Friday When: Friday, September 19, 2025Times: 4:00pm - 6:00pmFor All AgesCost: FreeSeptember Location: Watercourse Apartments • 1020 Watercourse Circle, Graham, NC 27253 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 […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series 4th Thursday of each month with an additional concert added to September (May – September)Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pmFor All AgesCost: FreeLocation: In the Streets of Downtown Graham • West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Thursdays at Seven Concert Series was established in 2003, featuring various music from beach to […]

The Alamance Adventure Race is back in 2025...a county-wide event that takes place over 12 hours. This is the 5th year of this event! Using an app, teams will go to hundreds of checkpoints around the county to complete different and unique challenges. Challenges will have varying point values based on location, challenge level, and […]

Esperanza Festival 2025 Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025 Times: 12:00pm - 8:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: In the Streets of Downtown Graham • 100 Block of West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The vision of the 4th annual Esperanza Festival 2025 is for everyone in Alamance County and beyond to come together to […]

Graham Walks - Fall 2025 Online Registration: September 1 – 30, 2025Program Dates: October 1 – November 5, 2025 (5 weeks)Ages: 18 & upCost: Free; registration is required Graham Walks, launched in 2006 through a grant from the Health and Wellness Trust Fund, continues to inspire the community to stay active. Graham Recreation & Parks […]

Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash Date: Friday, October 24, 2025 Times: 6:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham in Court Square The annual Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash will occur on the Friday before Halloween! This Halloween Festival is a joint effort put on by the Graham Recreation & Parks, Graham Police, and […]

Trick or Treat at the Graham Recreation Center Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: 4:00pm – 7:00pm Ages: 5 – 14 Cost: Free Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 Graham Recreation & Parks dares you to step inside the spooky Graham Recreation Center—if you’re brave enough! Join us for a […]

The City of Graham City Council meets monthly on the Second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall (201 South Main Street.)

GLOW Drums Alive Date: Monday, November 10, 2025 Times: 5:15pm - 5:45pm Cost: $5 drop-in rate per class (or $40 punch card for 10 Drums Alive sessions held on Mondays – see website for details) • All equipment (drumsticks, buckets/floor risers, and yoga balls) will be provided. Drums Alive Instructor: Randi Lee, Drums Alive Certified […]

City of Graham Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pmTree Lighting Ceremony: 6:30pm, fireworks will follow the lighting of the tree (rain/wind permitting) (fireworks tentative)For All AgesCost: FreeLocation: Front Lawn of the City of Graham Municipal Building (City Hall) • 201 South Main Street, Graham, NC 27253 Join the City […]

Public Meeting: Graham Regional Park Development The City of Graham hereby announces by Public Notice a review and comment period to notify and receive feedback from the public on a potential conversion of 3.5± undeveloped acres of Graham Regional Park from “recreational use” to the Graham Fire Department for the site of a new fire […]

Coffee & Conversation: Trails and Treats: A Hiker and Runner’s Guide to Great Trails and Good Eats in North Carolina with authors Palmer McIntyre & Hollis Oberlies Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm For Adults of All Ages Cost: Free, but online registration is requested Location: Graham Civic Center • 503 McGee […]

Arbor Day Art Contest Entries Accepted: March 1 – 31, 2026 Winners Selected: Monday, April 6, 2026 Age Groups: Preschool, Elementary, Middle, High School Students, & Adults Cost: Free Drop-Off Locations & Times: • Graham Recreation Center (during operational hours) • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 • Email to Arbor Day in Graham About: […]