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 […]

Youth Fishing Day at Graham-Mebane Lake Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023 Check-In Time: 8:30am – 9:00am Event Time: 9:00am – 11:00am Ages: 4 – 15 Cost: Free, online registration is required for participants, and space is limited to the first 100 registrants • Register Online Location: Graham-Mebane Lake • 3218 Bason Road, Mebane, NC 27302 […]

The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board presents the Lunch-and-Learn Series Speaker Update as of 05/09/2023: Jeanette Beaudry, Graham Historical Museum Board Member, will welcome and introduce updated presenters for the day's program on "Let’s Talk Quilts": Michelle Owens, owner of the Alamance Rose quilt (currently on display at the museum), and Neva Hart, a retired […]

First Responder Friday 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. We will have a special Tree Dedication on May 26 at 3:00pm […]

We have expanded the music experience and opportunities in Graham with the Musical Chairs Outdoor Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park! The Musical Chairs Outdoor Countywide Summer Concert Series is a great way to spend an evening in a park. This program gives talent around the local and regional area a chance to perform in […]

Family Day at the Lake Date: Saturday, June 3, 2023 Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm For All Ages (certain activities may have age & weight requirements) Cost: Free, registration is required, and space is limited Location: Graham-Mebane Lake • 3218 Bason Road, Mebane, NC 27302 Register Online – Registration will open on May 15 (at 8:00am) […]

Slice of Summer Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023 Time: 4:00pm – 8:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham Around Courthouse Square Come join us at Slice of Summer, a water-based festival in the streets of downtown Graham, brought to you by Graham Recreation & Parks and Alamance Arts! Enjoy food trucks, music, lots […]

Juneteenth Celebration in Graham Date: Sunday, June 18, 2023 Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, NC 27253 The City of Graham Recreation & Parks Department invites you to the Juneteenth Celebration in Graham. Come out to Bill Cooke Park for food trucks, visit […]

Lunch-and-Learn at the Graham Historical Museum: Haw River Trail Speaker: Brian Baker, Assistant Alamance County Manager Topic: Haw River Trail (2023 is the Year of the Trail) Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, bring a sack lunch (registration is required, and space is limited) Location: Graham […]

(The Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, June 21 at 6:00pm at the Graham Historical Museum. - updated 06/20/2023 due to inclement weather) 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 […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series ***INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE as of 06/21/2023: It looks like this weeklong summer rainstorm is planning to stay around for tomorrow evening...so we are switching over to the inclement weather plan and rescheduling the Thursdays at Seven Concert with The Main Event Band to Thursday, June 29.*** 4th Thursday of each […]

(UPDATED 06-26-2023: The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board Monthly Meeting has been canceled for 06-26-2023 due to the forecast for severe storms.) When: 4th Monday 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 […]

Inclement Weather Updates for 06/26/2023, due to the forecast for severe weather: A Discussion on the American Civil War in Alamance County with Mr. John W. Guss presented by the Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board has been postponed. If you are currently registered for this evening's program, once rescheduled you will receive an email with […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series ***INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE as of 06/21/2023: It looks like this weeklong summer rainstorm is planning to stay around for tomorrow evening (06/22)...so we are switching over to the inclement weather plan and rescheduling the Thursdays at Seven Concert with The Main Event Band to Thursday, June 29.*** 4th Thursday of […]

First Responder Friday 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. Times: 3:00pm – 5:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: visit the […]

We have expanded the music experience and opportunities in Graham with the Musical Chairs Outdoor Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park! The Musical Chairs Outdoor Countywide Summer Concert Series is a great way to spend an evening in a park. This program gives talent around the local and regional area a chance to perform in […]

The Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting has been canceled for the month of July 2023. 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.

Paddle Tour on the Lake 3 Dates to Choose From: Saturday, July 15; Sunday, July 16; or Thursday, July 27 Time: 9:00am – 11:00am (participants must be onsite by 8:30am) Ages: 18 & older Cost: (space is limited and registration is required) • Reserve a single kayak, paddle, PFD, & registration - $22.00 per person […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 3 Dates to Choose From: Saturday, July 15; Sunday, July 16; or Thursday, July 27 Time: 9:00am – 11:00am (participants must be onsite by 8:30am) Ages: 18 & older Cost: (space is limited and registration is required) • Reserve a single kayak, paddle, PFD, & registration - $22.00 per person […]

For the month of July, the Monthly Meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, July 24 at 6:00pm, and will be relocated to the Graham Civic Center. There will be a special history presentation open to the public at 6:30pm: A Discussion on the American Civil War in Alamance County with Mr. John W. Guss. Registration […]

The Graham Historical Museum Advisory Board presents a Discussion on the American Civil War in Alamance County with Mr. John W. Guss Date: Monday, July 24, 2023 Times: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, registration is required, and space is limited Location: Graham Civic Center • 503 McGee Street, Graham, NC 27253 […]

Owl Release at Graham Regional Park Date: Wednesday, July 26 Time: 11:00am For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Graham Regional Park (at the shelter) • 1575 North Jim Minor Road, Haw River, NC 27258 Graham Recreation & Parks and CLAWS, Inc. invite you to an Owl Release at Graham Regional Park. In April 2023, our […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 3 Dates to Choose From: Saturday, July 15; Sunday, July 16; or Thursday, July 27 Time: 9:00am – 11:00am (participants must be onsite by 8:30am) Ages: 18 & older Cost: (space is limited and registration is required) • Reserve a single kayak, paddle, PFD, & registration - $22.00 per person […]