The Graham Planning Board meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Council chambers (201 South Main Street, Graham N.C.). To view the agenda (click here)

First Responder Friday returns Friday, March 25 to South Graham Park from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Join members from the City of Graham NC Fire Department, Graham Police Department, and Graham Recreation & Parks one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is open to all ages […]

Graham-Mebane Lake Bass Tournament Date: Saturday, March 26, 2022 Times: Gate opens at 7:00am, mandatory meeting at 7:30am, the launch will follow. The tournament begins at 8:00am, all boats return by 3:00pm for weigh-in. Ages: 16 & older (at least one entrant per boat must be age 16 or older) Cost: $100 per boat, 1 […]

The Graham Historic Resources Commission meets monthly the first Tuesday of every month.  This meeting is held in Council chambers at 6 p.m. (201 South Main Street Graham N.C.). Agenda:  (click here)

2022 Graham Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet Date: Saturday, April 9, 2022 Time: 6:00pm For All Ages Tickets: $20/person, available online and in-person at the Graham Recreation Center Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Graham Sports Hall of Fame recognizes and perpetuates the noteworthy athletic tradition of the […]

The Graham Planning Board meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Council chambers (201 South Main Street, Graham N.C.). To view the agenda (click here)

Graham Walks Spring 2022 Kicks Off Register Online: March 23 – April 27, 2022 Program Dates: April 20 – May 25, 2022 (5 weeks) Ages: 18 & up Cost: Free, registration is required Graham Walks began in 2006 with a grant from the Health and Wellness Trust Fund. Graham Recreation & Parks wishes to continue […]

First Responder Friday returns Friday, April 22 to Watercourse Apartments from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Join members from the City of Graham NC Fire Department, Graham Police Department, and Graham Recreation & Parks one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is open to all ages and […]

Arbor Day in Graham’s Tree Planting Ceremony Date: Friday, April 29 Times: 10:00am – 12:00noon, tree planting will begin promptly at 10:00am Ages: For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Graham Regional Park • 1575 North Jim Minor Road, Haw River, NC 27258 About: This year marks the 150th anniversary of the tree planter’s holiday, and […]

The Graham Appearance Commission | Tree Board meets monthly the first Monday of every month.  This meeting is held in Council chambers at 6 p.m. (201 South Main Street Graham N.C.). Agenda (click here)    

The Graham Historic Resources Commission meets monthly the first Tuesday of every month.  This meeting is held in Council chambers at 6 p.m. (201 South Main Street Graham N.C.).  The May meeting has been cancelled.

Inclement Weather Update for 05/06/2022: Due to the high risk for severe storms this evening, we have made the decision to cancel the Musical Chairs Concert Series - Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos (with the plan for the band to return in 2023 to Musical Chairs in Graham). We hope everyone stays safe and […]

The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board presents: Lunch-and-Learn at the Museum with Dr. Mark Cryan Speaker: Dr. Mark Cryan, Elon University Professor of Sport Management Topic: Textile Leagues & Minor League Baseball in Alamance County Wednesday, May 18 Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, bring a sack lunch (registration is required, […]

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 free of charge. Upcoming First Responder Friday & Locations: January 28: Graham Regional Park February 25: Graham Housing […]

If you haven't heard...the Thursdays at Seven Concert Series has moved back to its home in downtown Graham...and NEW IN 2022...we are expanding the music experience and opportunities in Graham by adding more concerts with the Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor Concert Series...at Bill Cooke Park! This concert series gives talent around the local and surrounding […]

Lunch-and-Learn at the Museum with Walter Boyd, Local Historian Wednesday, June 15 Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, bring a sack lunch (registration is required, space is limited) Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 Speaker: Walter Boyd, Local Historian Topic: Wild West Outlaw Jesse James […]

First Responder Friday returns this Friday, June 24 to Graham-Mebane Lake (3218 Bason Road, Mebane, NC 27302) from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Join members from the City of Graham Fire Department, Graham Police Department, and Graham Recreation & Parks one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity […]

If you haven't heard...the Thursdays at Seven Concert Series has moved back to its home in downtown Graham...and NEW IN 2022...we are expanding the music experience and opportunities in Graham by adding more concerts with the Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor Concert Series...at Bill Cooke Park! This concert series gives talent around the local and surrounding […]

Historical Walking Tour of Downtown Graham Date: Saturday, July 9 Times: 8:30am – 10:00am Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, registration is required, space is limited Location: Start/End at the Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board presents a Historical Walking Tour of Downtown Graham. […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm NEW LOCATION FOR JULY: Graham-Mebane Lake • 3218 Bason Road, Mebane, NC 27302 About: The Recreation Commission is scheduled to meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month (07/13) at 6:30pm. For the month of July, the meeting will be held at the outdoor shelter at Graham-Mebane […]

First Responder Friday returns this Friday, July 22 to Bill Cook Park (1010 Townbranch Road) from 9:00am - 11:00am. Join members from the City of Graham NC Fire Department, Graham Police Department, and Graham Recreation & Parks one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is […]

Inclement Weather Update for 07/29/2022 as of 4:00pm: It looks like a summer rainstorm may be heading our way later this afternoon/evening…so we are switching over to the inclement weather plan and relocating to the Graham Recreation Center (311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253) for tonight’s event. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs to […]

NEW! at Maple Street Center...Wonderful Wellness presents Xtreme Hip Hop Step with Delicia! Classes begin Saturday, July 30! "Bringing back the greatness of STEP AEROBICS by combining it with a whole lot of Hip Hop flavor. So come ready to meet your wellness goals by having FUN during this cardio workout." Additional Information & Online […]

If you haven't heard...the Thursdays at Seven Concert Series has moved back to its home in downtown Graham...and NEW IN 2022...we are expanding the music experience and opportunities in Graham by adding more concerts with the Musical Chairs Countywide Outdoor Concert Series...at Bill Cooke Park! This concert series gives talent around the local and surrounding […]

Historical Walking Tour of Downtown Graham Date: Saturday, August 6 Times: 8:30am – 10:00am Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, registration is required, space is limited Location: Start/End at the Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board presents a Historical Walking Tour of Downtown Graham. […]

First Responder Friday Date: Friday, August 26 Time: 9:00am - 11:00am For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Oakley Street Park • 409 Oakley Street, Graham, NC 27253 (different location each month) Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn […]

9/11 Commemorative 5K Event Date: Saturday, September 10Event Times: 7:00am – 12:00pm For All AgesRegistration: (see event webpage)This is a community event open to all ages to participate! Also included is a 1-mile run/walk and the First Responders Team Cup! Come dressed in your red, white, and blue for the event! Donations accepted! Proceeds to benefit […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: For the month of September, the meeting will be held at the Graham Middle School Athletic Complex's Apollo Field (489 Goley Street, Graham, NC 27253). About: These meetings are open to the public. Street parking available. For more information, please call (336) 513-5510.

The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board presents the Lunch-and-Learn Series Date: Wednesday, September 21 Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, bring a sack lunch (registration is required, space is limited) Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 Speaker: Dr. Nettie N. Baldwin Topic: "Connecting to My […]

First Responder Friday Date: Friday, September 23 Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Graham Regional Park • 1575 North Jim Minor Road, Haw River, NC 27258 (different location each month) Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments one Friday each month to connect, ask […]

The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board presents: Graham Historical Cemetery Tour Date: Saturday, October 8 Times: 4:00pm – 7:00pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free Location: Start/End at the Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 The Historical Museum Advisory Board presents the Graham Historical Cemetery Tour featuring a bus and walking […]

Graham Walks Fall 2022 Register Online: September 14 – October 19 Program Dates: October 12 – November 16 (5 weeks) Ages: 18 & up Cost: Free, registration is required Graham Walks began in 2006 with a grant from the Health and Wellness Trust Fund. Graham Recreation & Parks wishes to continue to gain new interest […]

The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board presents the Lunch-and-Learn Series Date: Wednesday, October 12 Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, bring a sack lunch (registration is required, space is limited) Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 Speaker: Gail Knauff, former Haw River Museum Director Topic: “How […]

The purpose of the special meeting is to discuss previous meeting items from prior meeting due to the lack of a quorum.

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month 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.

First Responder Friday Date: Friday, October 21 Time: 2:30pm - 4:30pm (time updated) For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Elevate 54 Apartments • 230 Pine Knot Lane, Graham, NC 27253 (different location each month) Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments one Friday each month to connect, ask […]

Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash Date: Friday, October 28, 2022 Times: 6:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham in Court Square The annual Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash will take place on the Friday before Halloween! This Halloween Festival is a joint effort put on by the Graham Recreation & Parks, Graham Police, […]

Closing a portion of Jimmie Kerr Road and Cherry Lane from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, on November 5, 2022, for the Alamance Community College Reinhartsen 5K Run/Walk

Veterans Day Parade procession beginning at Parker Street and North Main Street, preceding down North Main Street to South Main Street, and ending on McAden Street at Graham Middle School’s back parking lot. Street closures will be from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm on November 12, 2022.

First Responder Friday Date: Friday, November 18 Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: South Graham Park • 1609 Rogers Road, Graham, NC 27253 (different location each month) Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn […]

Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink Opening Day Dates: November 25 – December 18, 2022 (weather permitting) Session Times: 45-minute sessions begin on the hour (see Operational Hours on the website) Ages: 3 & up Public Session Cost*: no cost for skating or skate rentals *Mondays are “Reserve a Session” nights & Thursdays are “Skate with […]

When: 4th Monday of each month Time: 5:30pm (The November 28, 2022 meeting will begin at 5:30pm.) 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.

61st Annual Graham Christmas Parade Date: Saturday, December 3, 2022 Time: 10:00am Location: Downtown Graham The Graham Area Business Association presents the 61st Annual Graham Christmas Parade. For more information or to register an entry for the parade, please visit https://www.grahamareabusinessassociation.org/. 61st Annual Graham Christmas Parade Entry Registration Form (Deadline: November 21, 2022)

City of Graham Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration Date: Sunday, December 4, 2022 Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm, tree lighting ceremony begins at 6:30pm (fireworks will follow the lighting of the tree) For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Graham’s City Hall • 201 South Main Street, Graham, NC 27253 Join the City of Graham for the annual […]

When: 4th Monday of each month (The meeting for December 26, 2022, 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.

The Graham Recreation Commission monthly meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 8 has been canceled. When: 2nd Wednesday of each month 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.

Graham-Mebane Lake Bass Tournament Date: Saturday, March 25, 2023 Times: The gate opens at 7:00am, the mandatory meeting at 7:30am, and the launch will follow. The tournament begins at 8:00am, and all boats return by 3:00pm for weigh-in. Ages: 16 & older (at least one entrant per boat must be age 16 or older) Cost: […]

Did you know that Graham is recognized as a Tree City USA community…and 2023 celebrates 42 years! Join the City of Graham Appearance Commission & Tree Board during the months of March and April to celebrate Graham’s trees and Arbor Day with engaging programs and activities to spark your curiosity and enhance your knowledge about […]

Did you know that Graham is recognized as a Tree City USA community…and 2023 celebrates 42 years! Join the City of Graham Appearance Commission & Tree Board during the months of March and April to celebrate Graham’s trees and Arbor Day with engaging programs and activities to spark your curiosity and enhance your knowledge about […]

Cottontail Crawl – A Downtown Graham Scavenger Hunt Date: Saturday, April 1, 2023 Times: 12:00pm – 4:00pm Ages: 18 years of age & older Cost: $5.00 per participant (no refunds), registration is required Location: Downtown Graham Register Online • Registration is now open until March 31 (space is limited to the first 100 people) • […]

Did you know that Graham is recognized as a Tree City USA community…and 2023 celebrates 42 years! Join the City of Graham Appearance Commission & Tree Board during the months of March and April to celebrate Graham’s trees and Arbor Day with engaging programs and activities to spark your curiosity and enhance your knowledge about […]

Graham Walks Spring 2023 Online Registration: March 22 – April 19 Program Dates: April 12 – May 17 (5 weeks) Ages: 18 & up Cost: Free, registration is required Graham Walks began in 2006 with a grant from the Health and Wellness Trust Fund. Graham Recreation & Parks wishes to continue to gain new interest […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month (The Recreation Commission meeting has been canceled for the month of April.) 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.

First Responder Friday Inclement Weather Update as of 04/27/2023: The First Responder Friday for April (04/28) has been CANCELED due to the chance of storms and gusty winds for the day. The South Graham Park (1609 Rogers Road, Graham, NC 27253) visit has been rescheduled for Friday, May 26 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Join members […]

Inclement Weather Update as of 04/27/2023: The Arbor Day in Graham’s Tree Planting Ceremony scheduled for Friday, April 28 will be moving over to a rain plan due to the chance of storms and gusty winds for the day. We will have an Arbor Day Ceremony as a Tree City USA community but will relocate […]