Erica Shingleton earns Certified Park and Recreation Professional credential
WAKE FOREST, NC – The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department is pleased to announce that the National Recreation and Park Association has awarded the Certified Park and...
Joyner Park playground closed today until mid-afternoon
***UPDATE - Well, that didn't take nearly as long as we expected. Thanks to the herculean efforts of our amazing crews, the tree has been removed and the playground is open! The information below was...
Beatlesque to open Six Sundays in Spring April 26
WAKE FOREST, NC – You’re invited to a foot-tapping, finger-snapping good time at this year's Six Sundays in Spring. Sponsored by the Town of Wake Forest and ARTS Wake Forest, the free outdoor concert...
Memorial Day Remembrance Wall of Honor submissions accepted through April 14
WAKE FOREST, NC – Throughout May, the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will present “Memorial Day Remembrance Walls of Honor” at E. Carroll Joyner Park, Alston...
Easter Eggstravaganza returns to Joyner Park Saturday
The PRCR Department will host the 2026 Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. This free family event offers a fresh approach to...
Comic Book & Toy Expo returns to Flaherty Park Community Center Saturday
The PRCR Department is partnering with Play4Life Comics & Used Books to host a free Comic Book & Toy Expo Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St...
Saturday’s SPIRIT of Inclusion Expo to feature resources available to individuals with disabilities
The 2026 SPIRIT of Inclusion Expo is Saturday, March 21, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road. Free and open to everyone, the SPIRIT of Inclusion Expo is designed...
Registration underway for National Trails Day 5K/3K at Joyner Park June 6
The PRCR Advisory Board will host a family-friendly 5K/3K walk/run as part of National Trails Day on Saturday, June 6, at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. Online registration is available at...
Fireworks Spectacular food truck vendor applications now accepted
The Town of Wake Forest is accepting applications from food truck vendors interested in participating in the 2026 Fireworks Spectacular through Monday, March 30. The online application is available at...
Luke Vandergriff to present free performance of “Pepito & The Trash Cans” March 28 at Alston-Massenburg Center
WAKE FOREST, NC – The Public Art Commission (PAC) is inviting community members to a free performance of “Pepito & The Trash Cans” featuring Luke Vandergriff on Saturday, March 28, at 10 a.m. at the...
Maintenance scheduled at Holding Park Inclusive Playground over next several days
WAKE FOREST, NC – Two staircases at the Holding Park Inclusive Playground, 133 W. Owen Ave., are closed for a painting project through Saturday afternoon, March 7. Visitors can access the park and...
Flaherty Dog Park’s large dog park to reopen Tuesday
Closed since early January, the large dog park at Flaherty Dog Park will reopen Tuesday, March 3, at 7:30 a.m. The facility was closed so crews could erect permanent fencing, install a drainage system...