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 […]

Graham Sports Hall of Fame: Hall of Fame & Hall of Honor Nominations Submit your Graham Sports Hall of Fame: Hall of Fame & Hall of Honor Nomination now through […]

National Night Out at Bill Cooke Park Date: Tuesday, August 1, 2023 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, […]

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 […]

Downtown Graham Architectural Walking Tour Date: Saturday, August 5, 2023 Times: 8:00am – 10:00am Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free, registration is required, and space is limited Location: Start/End at […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake Date: Saturday, August 5 Time: 9:00am – 11:00am (participants must be onsite by 8:30am) Ages: 18 & older Cost: (space is limited and registration is […]

Bank Fishing Catfish Tournaments Dates: Saturdays – May 20, June 17, July 15, August 12, 2023 Time: 8:00pm – Midnight (in August, times are 7:00pm – 11:00pm) Ages: For all […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series 4th Thursday of each month with an additional concert added to the September schedule (May – September) Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: […]

Vendor & Food Truck Expo Dates & Times: Saturday, August 26 • 8:00am - 2:00pm (vendor setup time begins at 7:00am) Sunday, August 27 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm (vendor setup […]

Vendor & Food Truck Expo Dates & Times: Saturday, August 26 • 8:00am - 2:00pm (vendor setup time begins at 7:00am) Sunday, August 27 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm (vendor setup […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 4 Dates to Choose From: • Sunday, September 3 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, September 23 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, October 21 […]

(The Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting has been canceled for the month of September 2023.) When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm […]

IMPORTANT CONCERT UPDATE FOR 09/14/2023: Due to the sudden illness of a band member, we will need to reschedule the Thursdays at Seven Concert Series presenting The Magnificents Band (09/14) in Downtown Graham. Sorry for […]

9/11 Commemorative 5K Event Registration Dates: Registration is now open through September 13, 2023, and closes at 11:59pm Event Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023 (rain or shine) Event Times: 7:00am […]

Lunch-and-Learn at the Graham Historical Museum: Celebrating 100 years of Burlington Industries Speaker: John Guss, Alamance Parks Historic Properties Superintendent Topic: Celebrating 100 years of Burlington Industries Date: Wednesday, September […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 4 Dates to Choose From: • Sunday, September 3 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, September 23 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, October 21 […]

Jeanne Swanner Robertson Birthday Celebration at the Graham Historical Museum Date: Sunday, September 24, 2023 Times: 2:00pm - 4:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 […]

Thursdays at Seven Concert Series 4th Thursday of each month with an additional concert added to the September schedule (May – September) Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: […]

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 […]

The Alamance Adventure Race is back in 2023...a county-wide event that takes place over a 12-hour period. This is the 3rd year of this event! Using an app, teams will […]

Esperanza 2023 Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023 Times (see details below) For All Ages Cost: Free Location: One Festival. Two Locations. (see details below) “The vision of Esperanza 2023 is […]

Graham Walks Fall 2023 Online Registration: September 13 – October 18, 2023 Program Dates: October 11 – November 15, 2023 (5 weeks) Ages: 18 & up Cost: Free, registration is […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month (The Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting has been postponed to Wednesday, October 18.) Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, […]

IMPORTANT CONCERT UPDATE FOR 09/14/2023: Due to the sudden illness of a band member, we will need to reschedule the Thursdays at Seven Concert Series presenting The Magnificents Band (09/14) in Downtown Graham. Sorry for […]

Graham Historical Cemetery Tour Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023 Times: 4:00pm – 6:00pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free Location: Start/End at the Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, […]

Fall Lake Cruise on the Pontoon Graham Recreation & Parks invites you to experience a Fall Lake Cruise on the Pontoon boat at Graham-Mebane Lake. Enjoy the view, catch a […]

(POSTPONED - more information coming soon!): Lunch-and-Learn at the Graham Historical Museum: Alamance County Historical Courthouse Speaker: Russell Compton, Graham Historical Museum Board Member & Local Historian Topic: Alamance County […]

***WEATHER UPDATE for 10/20/2023: Due to the rainy weather forecast, we are postponing First Responder Friday. We will reschedule for Friday, November 3. See you then!*** First Responder Friday Join […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 4 Dates to Choose From: • Sunday, September 3 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, September 23 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, October 21 […]

Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash Date: Friday, October 27, 2023 Times: 6:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham in Court Square The annual Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 4 Dates to Choose From: • Sunday, September 3 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, September 23 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, October 21 […]

Trick or Treat at the Graham Recreation CenterDate: Tuesday, October 31, 2023Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pmAges: 5 - 14Cost: Free Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 […]

Lunch-and-Learn at the Graham Historical Museum: Alamance County Historic Courthouse Speaker: Russell Compton, Graham Historical Museum Board Member & Local Historian, and Richard Hill, Alamance County Facilities Director Topic: Alamance […]

The Graham Recreation Commission monthly meeting for the month of November has been canceled. When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm […]

Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink Dates: November 24 – December 17, 2023 (weather & staffing permitting) Session Times: 45-minute sessions begin on the hour (see Operational Hours on the website) […]

November 27 – the meeting will begin at 6:00pm (instead of 6:30pm) When: 4th Monday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, […]

62nd Annual Graham Christmas Parade Date: Saturday, December 2, 2023 Time: 10:00am Location: Downtown Graham The Graham Area Business Association presents the 62nd Annual Graham Christmas Parade. For more information […]

City of Graham Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration Sunday, December 3, 2023 Event Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm Tree Lighting Ceremony: 6:30pm, FIREWORKS will follow the lighting of the tree (rain/wind permitting) […]

The Graham Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting for December (12/13) has been canceled. When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, […]

December 25 – meeting moved to December 18 (6:30pm) When: 4th Monday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: […]

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 […]

The Graham Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting for February (02/14) has been postponed to (date: TBD). When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West […]

(DATE CHANGE: Tuesday, February 27 at 6:30pm at the Graham Historical Museum) When: 4th Monday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, […]

Accessible Parks Grant - Public Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Times: 10:00am & 6:00pm For Adults of All Ages No Cost Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, […]

Accessible Parks Grant - Public Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Times: 10:00am & 6:00pm For Adults of All Ages No Cost Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, […]

Graham-Mebane Lake Bass Tournament Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024 Times: The gate opens at 7:00am, the mandatory meeting at 7:30am, and the launch and tournament will follow the meeting. All […]

The City of Graham Appearance Commission & Tree Board advocates the planting and preservation of trees on public rights-of-way and public properties, and we work to educate residents on the importance of […]

Arbor Day Poem Contest Entries Accepted: April 1 - 30, 2024 Submit the Completed Poem: by April 30, 2024 Three Age Groups: Elementary, Middle, & High School Students • Cost: […]

Arbor Day Kindness Rock Hunt Dates: April 1 - 30, 2024 or while prizes last For All Ages • Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham About: Ready, set, go! The City […]

Going Bonkers for Botany Date: Tuesday, April 2, 2024 Times: 10:00am – 12:00pm Ages: Grades 3 – 5 Cost: Free, online registration is required Location: South Graham Park’s Nature Trail • 1609 […]

2024 Graham Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet  Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024 Time: 6:00pm For All Ages Tickets: $20/person, available online and in-person at the Graham Recreation Center beginning […]