Events

Youth Fishing Day Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026 Check-In Time: 8:30am – 9:00am Event Time: 9:00am – 11:00am Ages: 4 – 15 Cost: Free, online registration is required for participants, and space is limited to the first 100 registrants Location: Graham-Mebane Lake • 3218 Bason Road, Mebane, NC 27302 Youth ages 4 to 15 are […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month • The Graham Recreation Commission's May meeting (05/13) has been canceled. Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: These meetings are open to the public. Street parking available. For more information, please call (336) 513-5510.

Arts Around the Square Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026 Times: 10:00am – 4:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham, Around Court Square Graham Recreation & Parks is excited to bring back the cherished signature event, Arts Around the Square, to Downtown Graham. Join us downtown for the return of Arts Around the Square, […]

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 is free of charge. Date: Friday, May 29, 2026 (see website for listing of dates, times, & locations) Times: […]

Musical Chairs Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park 1st Fridays (May – August) – no concert July 3, 2026 Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, NC 27253 The Musical Chairs Outdoor Countywide Summer Concert Series is the perfect way to enjoy a relaxing […]

Chill & Thrill: Park Pop-Ups 2026 Dates & Themes: • Monday, April 6 (THEME: Arbor Day in Graham: Tree-mendous Bingo) • Monday, May 11 (THEME: Alamance Creek Week: Little Stream Day with Stormwater Smart) • Monday, June 8 (THEME: Fun in the Sun with the Graham Police Department's "Brew with Blue") • Friday, July 3 […]

USA vs. Paraguay FIFA World Cup Watch Party Date: Friday, June 12, 2026 Gates Open: 8:30pm Match Time: 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Apollo Field at Graham Middle School Athletic Complex • 489 Goley Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: Experience the excitement of the FIFA World Cup with Graham Recreation & Parks! Gather your family […]

First Responder Friday Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments on one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is open to all ages and is free of charge. Date: Friday, June 19, 2026 (see website for listing of dates, times, & […]

Juneteenth Celebration in Graham Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026 Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: 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, […]

Mexico vs. Czechia FIFA World Cup Watch Party Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Gates Open: 8:30pm Match Time: 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Apollo Field at Graham Middle School Athletic Complex • 489 Goley Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: Experience the excitement of the FIFA World Cup with Graham Recreation & Parks! Gather your family […]

UPDATE: Slice of Summer (CANCELED FOR 2026) Unfortunately, due to ongoing drought conditions, Graham Recreation & Parks will be unable to host Slice of Summer, a water-themed festival, on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Bill Cooke Park. While we are disappointed to cancel the event, we are taking this opportunity to gather community feedback and […]

Mexico VS. Ecuador FIFA World Cup Watch Party Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Gates Open: 8:30pm Match Time: 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Apollo Field at Graham Middle School Athletic Complex • 489 Goley Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: Catch all the FIFA World Cup action with Graham Recreation & Parks! Bring your family and […]

USA VS. Bosnia and Herzegovina FIFA World Cup Watch Party Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Doors Open: 7:30pm Match Time: 8:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: Catch all the FIFA World Cup action with Graham Recreation & Parks! Bring your family and friends […]

HEAT WAVE UPDATE, GRAHAM! This Friday is shaping up to be a HOT one, so we’re pressing pause on our Chill & Thrill: Park Pop-Up - THEME: Stars, Stripes & Spokes event and moving the fun to Monday, July 13, in hopes of cooler temperatures and a more comfortable morning of fun for everyone! BUT […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month • July meeting (07/08/2026) has been canceled. Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: These meetings are open to the public. Street parking available. For more information, please call (336) 513-5510.

Chill & Thrill: Park Pop-Ups 2026 Dates & Themes: • Monday, April 6 (THEME: Arbor Day in Graham: Tree-mendous Bingo) • Monday, May 11 (THEME: Alamance Creek Week: Little Stream Day with Stormwater Smart) • Monday, June 8 (THEME: Fun in the Sun) • Friday, July 3 (THEME: Stars, Stripes & Spokes with the Family […]

First Responder Friday Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments on one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is open to all ages and is free of charge. Date: Friday, July 17, 2026 (see website for listing of dates, times, & […]

9/11 Commemorative 5K Event Training Program Registration Dates: June 29 – July 28, 2026 Program Dates: July 21 – September 12, 2026 (8 weeks) Days & Times: Tuesdays 7:00am & Thursdays 7:00pm Ages: 18 & up Cost: Free Location: Various Graham parks Register Online Graham Recreation & Parks invites you to “Run Your First 5K,” an 8-week […]

***INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE (as of 07/22/2026 at 12:30pm): After closely monitoring the forecast, including rain moving through Graham, continued chances of rain Thursday evening, and a Flood Watch in effect, we have decided to implement our inclement weather plan. As a result, this week's Thursdays at Seven Concert Series featuring Bounce Party Band, originally scheduled […]

When: 4th Monday of each month • July meeting (07/28/2026) has been canceled. Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: These meetings are open to the public. Street parking available. For more information, please call (336) 513-5510.

Coffee & Conversation: Birds of Alamance County - From Backyard Feeders to Trail Finds Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm For Adults of All Ages Cost: Free, online registration is requested (Register Online) Location: Graham Civic Center • 503 McGee Street, Graham, NC 27253 Description: Join us for an evening with featured […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series ***INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE (from 07/22/2026 at 12:30pm): After closely monitoring the forecast, including rain moving through Graham, continued chances of rain Thursday evening, and a Flood Watch in effect, we have decided to implement our inclement weather plan. As a result, this week's Thursdays at Seven Concert Series featuring Bounce […]

Musical Chairs Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park 1st Fridays (May – August) – no concert July 3, 2026 Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, NC 27253 The Musical Chairs Outdoor Countywide Summer Concert Series is the perfect way to enjoy a relaxing […]

Bank Fishing Catfish Tournaments Dates: Saturdays – May 16, June 13, July 11, August 8, 2026 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 Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments on one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is open to all ages and is free of charge. Date: Friday, August 14, 2026 (see website for listing of dates, times, & […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month • September Meeting Update: September meeting (09/09/2026) will be held at 6:00pm at Graham-Mebane Lake Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: These meetings are open to the public. Street parking available. For more information, please call (336) 513-5510.

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 Event Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 (rain or shine) Event Times: 7:00am – 11:00am (see schedule at the link below) For All Ages Donations: Donations collected for the Children of Fallen Heroes organization Location: City of Graham – City Hall Campus • 201 South Main Street, Graham, NC 27253 Registration: Registration […]

First Responder Friday: Valleyfield Date: THIS Friday, September 18, 2026 Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Valleyfield (Pepperstone Drive near the playground/picnic shelter)   Join members from the Graham Fire Department, Graham Police Department, and Recreation & Parks Departments on one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more […]

The Alamance Adventure Race is back in 2026…a county-wide event that takes place over 12 hours. 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 the incentive offered. The team that finishes the […]

Esperanza Festival 2026 Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 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 5th annual Esperanza Festival 2026 is for everyone in Alamance County and beyond to come together to […]

Coffee & Conversation: Mental Health Benefits from the Natural World Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm For Adults of All Ages Cost: Free; online registration is required (register online at https://www.cityofgraham.com/coffeeandconversation/) Location: Burlington City Park - Carousel Meeting Room • 1368 South Main Street, Burlington, NC 27215 Join us for an engaging […]

Haw River Trail 20th Anniversary Day of Hiking Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 8:00am – 7:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Haw River Trail Land Trails • Guided Hikes will feature Longmeadow Trailhead in Graham, Saxapahaw, and Glencoe segments Celebrate 20 years of the Haw River Trail with a special Day of Hiking! […]

Through the Lens at Nature’s Alphabet: Smartphone Photography in the Parks (and Along the Trails!) Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Time: 8:30am - 10:30am Ages: 18+ Cost: $20 per person (Register Online) Location: Haw River Trail – Longmeadow Trailhead • 1120 Valley Drive, Graham, NC 27253 (no restrooms available; please plan accordingly) Graham Recreation & […]

NEW FOR 2026! The fright begins before the Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash! Graham Recreation & Parks is kicking off Halloween week with 7 Nights of Fright, a week filled with spooky surprises, festive activities, and Halloween fun as we count down to the big night! NIGHT 1: Halloween Movie Night in the Park • Movie: […]

NEW FOR 2026! The fright begins before the Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash! Graham Recreation & Parks is kicking off Halloween week with 7 Nights of Fright, a week filled with spooky surprises, festive activities, and Halloween fun as we count down to the big night! NIGHT 2: Ghost Stories at the LakeDate: Monday, October 26, […]

NEW FOR 2026! The fright begins before the Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash! Graham Recreation & Parks is kicking off Halloween week with 7 Nights of Fright, a week filled with spooky surprises, festive activities, and Halloween fun as we count down to the big night! NIGHT 3: Pumpkin Carving ContestDate: Tuesday, October 27, 2026Time: 4:00pm […]

NEW FOR 2026! The fright begins before the Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash! Graham Recreation & Parks is kicking off Halloween week with 7 Nights of Fright, a week filled with spooky surprises, festive activities, and Halloween fun as we count down to the big night! NIGHT 4: Haunted Trail at Bill Cooke Park - No […]

NEW FOR 2026! The fright begins before the Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash! Graham Recreation & Parks is kicking off Halloween week with 7 Nights of Fright, a week filled with spooky surprises, festive activities, and Halloween fun as we count down to the big night! NIGHT 5: Haunted Trail at Bill Cooke Park - Scare […]

NEW FOR 2026! The fright begins before the Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash! Graham Recreation & Parks is kicking off Halloween week with 7 Nights of Fright, a week filled with spooky surprises, festive activities, and Halloween fun as we count down to the big night! NIGHT 6: Downtown Graham Pumpkin BashDate: Friday, October 30, 2026Times: […]