Wake Forest Outdoors
Wake Forest loves spring! Not only does this colorful, sunny season close the door on Old Man Winter, it also introduces a variety of local events guaranteed to help you shake the winter blues and experience "Wake Forest Outdoors."
All of these events are great for the entire family, and best of all - most don’t cost a thing!
Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 23; 11:30 am
E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road
Hop, search, and celebrate with Us! Over 15,000 eggs will be given away at this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza! The celebration will feature music, fun and a visit from the Easter Bunny! Bring your own basket and arrive early for good parking!
Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremonies
Begins Monday, April 1 & continues monthly through October; 11 am
Centennial Plaza, 301 S. Brooks St.
At 11 am on the first Monday of the month (from April through October), the Town of Wake Forest joins with several local veterans' organizations to honor the sacrifices of deceased Wake Forest veterans and their families by hosting Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremonies in town hall's Centennial Plaza.
Participating veterans' organizations include American Legion Post 187, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 187, American Legion Riders, VFW Post 8466, the Wake Forest Purple Heart Foundation, and Marine Corps League Detachment 1257.
Each ceremony features patriotic songs, special remarks, a memorial wreath laying and the ceremonial flag-raising by the Wake Forest Fire Department Honor Guard. After raising the American flag, the WFFD Honor Guard raises the service flag representing the military branch in which the honoree served. Both flags fly in Centennial Plaza throughout the remainder of the month.
Friday Night on White
Begins Friday, April 12; 6 pm
South White Street, Downtown Wake Forest
Friday Night on White returns to South White Street in downtown Wake Forest at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 12. FNOW will continue on the second Friday of each month through September: May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, and September 13. Our 2024 concert series includes The Magic Pipers (April 12); Irresistible Groove (May 10); Bounce! Party Band (June 14); The Brickhouse Band (July 12); Sleeping Booty (August 9); and Crush (September 13). Each concert is scheduled from 6-9 p.m.
Forest Fest
Saturday, April 20; 9 am-2 pm
Downtown Wake Forest
Join us along Festival Street (Owen Avenue) in downtown Wake Forest for Forest Fest!
Presented by Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. in partnership with the Town of Wake Forest, Wake Forest Guild of Artists, the Wake Forest Historical Museum, and the Wake Forest Farmers Market, this fun-filled event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Guild of Artists Spring Art Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options, and much more!
Six Sundays in Spring
April 28-June 2; 5:30-7:30 pm
E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road
Bring the kids, friends, a picnic and a blanket and settle in for some foot-tapping, finger-snapping good times!
Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the 2024 Six Sundays in Spring concert series is scheduled on consecutive Sundays from April 28 through June 2. Sponsored by Wake Forest ARTS, these free concerts are scheduled from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Joyner Park Amphitheater, 701 Harris Road.
Meet in the Street
Saturday, May 4; 10 am-4 pm
Downtown Wake Forest
The 42nd annual Meet in the Street, powered by Ting and coordinated by the Wake Forest Area Chamber, is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, from 10 am-4 pm in downtown Wake Forest.
This premier arts & crafts, music and food festival will include more than 100 artisan booths featuring handmade items for sale, dozens of food trucks, live music throughout the day, a children's village filled with activities for kids, and more. Admission is free.
2024 Wake Forest Spring Smash Pickleball Tournament
Friday-Sunday, May 3-5
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is partnering with Pickles and Play to host the 2024 Wake Forest Spring Smash Pickleball Tournament Friday-Sunday, May 3-5, at the Flaherty Park Pickleball Courts and Tennis Complex, 1226 N. White St.
The entry fee is $45 per player, plus $10 for each additional event. Complete tournament details, including registration information, are available at https://bit.ly/WFPickleball. The registration deadline is Sunday, April 28.
Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park
Series begins Saturday, May 25; 8:30 pm
E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will host a free, monthly outdoor movie series from May through August at Joyner Park. The first in the series of Family Movie Nights will take place on Saturday, May 25, at 8:30 p.m. Future showings are scheduled for June 15, July 20, and August 3.
Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park will also include movie-related pre-show activities beginning at 7:15 p.m.
Wake Forest FUNGO
2024 Season - May 26-July 22
Flaherty Park Field 2, 1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest FUNGO is a college summer baseball team featuring college players from multiple states, including North Carolina. These players play during the summer to stay in baseball shape for their respective college’s spring season. The team plays its home games at Flaherty Park Field 2, 1226 N. White St.
Tickets for each game are $7 and on sale now.
For more information, email [email protected].
National Trails Day 5K/3K
Saturday, June 1; 8 am-11 am (5K starts at 8 am)
E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road
The Recreation Advisory Board will host a family-friendly 5K/3K walk/run as part of National Trails Day on Saturday, June 1, at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road.
Check-in on the day of the event starts at 7 a.m., and the race begins at 8 a.m.
Please note: Registrations will be accepted on the day of the event.
Fireworks Spectacular
Wednesday, July 3
Heritage High School, 1150 Forestville Road
Free and open to the public, our Fireworks Spectacular will take place inside Husky Stadium on the campus of Heritage High School, 1150 Forestville Road. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. and the fireworks show will begin at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Area residents are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the fireworks show on the Husky Stadium football field or on one of the designated viewing areas on the Heritage High School campus. Spectators may also sit on the home side stadium bleachers.
July 4 Children's Parade
Thursday, July 4; 10 am
Intersection of North Main Street and West Juniper Avenue, near the Wake Forest Historical Museum, 414 N. Main St.
The Fourth of July Celebration revelry continues Thursday, July 4, with the annual Children's Parade. The lineup begins at 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Main Street and West Juniper Avenue, near the Wake Forest Historical Museum, 414 N. Main St. Presented by the Wake Forest Optimist Club, the parade begins at 10:30 a.m. along North Main Street and ends at the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave.
No registration is required! All area youngsters are invited to hop on their bicycles or be pulled along in a wagon as part of a "walking parade" designed just for them!
Again, participation in the Children's Parade is free, but bicyclists must wear their helmets!
Art in the Park
Thursday, July 4; 11 am
Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave.
On Thursday, July 4, from 11 am-1 pm, children of all ages will have the opportunity to create a variety of interesting arts and crafts projects.
Presented by the Wake Forest Woman's Club, Art in the Park will take place at the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave.
Concerts in the Park
Sundays, Sept. 1, and Sept. 8; 5:30-7:30 pm
E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road
Our 2024 Concerts in the Park are scheduled on Sunday, Sept. 1, and Sunday, Sept. 8. Bring your family and friends, a picnic and a blanket and settle in for some foot-tapping, finger-snapping good times!
Bands scheduled to perform during this year's Concerts in the Park will be announced in the coming days.
Wake Forest Unplugged
Sunday, Sept. 1; 5-7 pm
E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road
Prior to the September 1 Concert in the Park, the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Advisory Board will provide an array of games and activities as part of Wake Forest Unplugged…Get Connected.
This free, family-friendly event offers residents a unique opportunity to “disconnect” from their cell phones, computers and other electronic devices and “reconnect” with their community, friends and family by engaging in healthier, more active pursuits.
Good Neighbor Day
Saturday, Sept. 21; 1-4 pm
E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road
The Wake Forest Human Relations Council (HRC) will sponsor Good Neighbor Day on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 1-4 pm. This free, family-friendly event will take place at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road.
Good Neighbor Day assembles people from all walks of life for a day of food, fun, and family entertainment. By bringing together a mix of cultures, music, ages, and ethnicities, the event celebrates diversity and promotes goodwill among all of Wake Forest's citizens.
