Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources News

Mikkel Patterson earns Certified Park and Recreation Professional credential

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 Recreation...

Parks’ water fountains set to be turned on Friday

On Friday, April 11, Town crews will turn on the water fountains at all Wake Forest parks, including Flaherty Dog Park, 1226 N. White St., Joyner Park Playground, 701 Harris Road, and Holding Park...

Students & parents invited to STEM Saturday at Joyner Park Community Center April 12

The Wake Forest Technology Advisory Board (TAB) is inviting local elementary, middle, and high school students and their families to attend this year’s Wake Forest STEM Saturday on Saturday, April 12...

“May Month of Fitness” at Joyner Park to offer Women’s Self Defense, Cynergy Fit, Yoga & Zumba

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will offer a free outdoor fitness series four nights a week in May at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. Free and open to...

Taylor Street Park Sprayground opens for season April 19

Taylor Street Park Sprayground, 416 N. Taylor St., will open for the 2025 season on Saturday, April 19, at 10 a.m. Free and open to the public, the sprayground will operate according to the following...

British Invaders Band to open Six Sundays in Spring April 27

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 series will be...

Easter Eggstravaganza returns to Joyner Park Saturday

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will host the 2025 Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 5, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road...

Registration continues for National Trails Day 5K/3K at Joyner Park June 7

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 7, at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris...

Girls’ Youth Volleyball registration starts April 1, volunteer coaches needed

Beginning Tuesday, April 1, and continuing throughout the month, the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will accept youth volleyball applications for girls ages 9-16...

Register now for Spring Smash Pickleball Tournament May 16-18

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is partnering with Pickles and Play to host the 2025 Spring Smash Pickleball Tournament Friday-Sunday, May 16-18, at the Flaherty Park...

Sunday’s SPIRIT of Inclusion Expo to feature resources & services available to individuals with disabilities

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will partner with the Shepherd Center to offer the 2025 SPIRIT of Inclusion Expo on Sunday, March 23, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at...

Comic Book & Toy Expo returns to Flaherty Park Community Center Saturday

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department is partnering with Play4Life Comics & Used Books to host a Comic Book & Toy Expo Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at...