“May Month of Fitness” begins Monday at Joyner Park
WAKE FOREST, NC – Beginning Monday, May 4, the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free outdoor fitness series four nights a week throughout May at E...
Beatlesque to open Six Sundays in Spring Sunday at Joyner Park
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...
Register now for “Battle in the Forest” Esports gaming tournament May 30
The PRCR Department will host a free online Esports gaming tournament featuring the game "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" on Saturday, May 30, at noon. Presented by Brightspeed Fiber Internet, Battle in...
National Trails Day 5K/3K returns to Joyner Park June 6, volunteers needed
WAKE FOREST, NC – The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (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...
Girls’ Youth Volleyball registration is underway, volunteer coaches needed
WAKE FOREST, NC – The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department is accepting youth volleyball applications for girls ages 9-16. Online registration is available via Team...
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...