Events

Find the missing piece of your day at our drop-in puzzle program featuring a lively swap meet. Bring your favorite puzzles, trade with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy a casual day of collaborative problem-solving and camaraderie. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover new challenges, share your passion for puzzles, and connect with like-minded individuals in a fun and relaxed family friendly setting. Know Before You Go This is a drop-in program. All swap-meet puzzles should be in good condition with ALL pieces contained in their box. Puzzles will be exchanged for free, but in order to take a puzzle home, please bring a puzzle to share! This program is suitable for all ages.

Get ready to test your knowledge and unleash your competitive spirit at Trivia Night in Downtown Cary Park’s Bark Bar! Led by the witty hosts from Hammered Trivia, it’s an evening packed with brain-teasing questions, laughter, and prizes. Gather your friends, grab a drink, and let the games begin!

To help keep the Great Lawn safe, comfortable, and enjoyable for everyone, please review our guidelines below before arriving. Wrap up our 2026 movie series in the Park with a little mischief and a lot of fun by seeing where it all began with Minions (PG)! In this prequel to “Despicable Me,” a trio of small yellow minions venture forth to discover a new evil genius to serve. Later, they pledge their loyalty to a supervillainess and her inventor husband as part of a plan to steal the British royal crown. Grab your cushions, blankets, and chairs for ultimate comfort as you settle in to enjoy the film. Food trucks will also be on site. Know Before You Go This event is free and open to the public, but bring your own chairs and blankets for a comfortable viewing experience during the movie. Seating is first-come, first-served. Lawn seating setup begins at 5:00 p.m. Chairs and blankets may not be placed earlier. Some areas are blanket-only seating. Chairs are not permitted in these areas. Once set up, please remain with your items. Unattended items may be relocated to Lost & Found at Guest Services. Please keep sidewalks and lawn aisles clear at all times. Use marked entrances and exits to access the lawn. Do not sit, stand, or place seating in flower beds or landscaped areas.

Join us for our two-day festival to experience the power of live storytelling. Acclaimed storytellers will present two hours of stories and music to entertain and warm your heart. Each showcase will feature unique stories from each teller listed below. MO REYNOLDS tells stories that spark imagination and start conversations. Since her breakout on the Exchange Place stage at the National Storytelling Festival in 2022, she has returned to the National twice and won over audiences at festivals across the country. Braiding folk tales with personal narrative, Mo brings reflection, laughter, and insight in equal measure. Known online as "Miss Mo Storyteller," she travels the world through story — a new tale every week, a new country every month. REV. ROBERT B. JONES, SR. is a renaissance man: a professional musician for over forty years, an ordained Baptist pastor for more than twenty, and a nationally recognized storyteller for over fifteen- and he brings all three to the stage at once. An award-winning musician, he was named a leading blues educator by the National Blues Foundation and is a Kresge Arts Fellow and Michigan Heritage Award recipient. At the heart of his work: our cultural diversity tells a story worth celebrating. CHARLOTTE BLAKE-ALSTON For more than thirty years, Charlotte Blake-Alston has carried the stories of African and African American oral tradition from the Kennedy Center and the Smithsonian to festivals on four continents- accompanied by djembe, mbira, and the 21- stringed kora. The first storyteller ever to perform with The Philadelphia Orchestra, she is now its Official Storyteller, Narrator and Host, and hosted Carnegie Hall's Family Concert Series for seventeen seasons. Her honors include a Pew Fellowship and the Zora Neale Hurston Award, the highest given by the National Association of Black Storytellers. ANDY RUSSELL grew up in North Carolina in a …

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the winter market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Find a wonderful lineup of vendors offering all locally made and locally grown items. Shop for freshly-harvested produce, humanely-raised meat, and artisan-made goods. Stop by the info booth to learn about their matching program for SNAP/EBT. Children can also get their very own Farmers Market Passport and participate in the Eat-A-Rainbow program, which encourages children to eat healthy, nutritious foods. Learn more about the new location, nutrition programs, and other information on their website or their Facebook and Instagram pages for regularly updated weekly information.

Join us for our two-day festival to experience the power of live storytelling. Acclaimed storytellers will present stories and music to entertain and warm your heart. Each showcase will feature unique stories from each teller. This special Sensory-Friendly performance will welcome up to 75 guests, allowing extra space and a calmer environment. The theater will remain gently lit rather than fully dark, and sound levels will be slightly softer to create a more comfortable experience. A designated break area will also be available, where the performance will be streamed on a TV, so no one misses a moment. This showcase is designed to be movement-friendly and relaxed. Audience members are welcome to wiggle, shift, and express themselves without the expectation of complete silence. The stories will be short, accompanied by visual aids and interaction with the storytellers. All performances are family-friendly. Tickets and information

Join the Chinese-American Friendship Association of North Carolina for a day filled with the rich flavors and vibrant traditions of Chinese Culture! The 6th Annual Taste of China – Chinese Food and Culture Festival is back, promising an unforgettable journey through Chinese cuisine and culture. Experience the best of Chinese culinary delights, traditional performances, and cultural exhibits. Whether you’re a food enthusiast, culture aficionado, or just looking for a fun day out with family and friends, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! This event is proudly co-hosted by the Town of Cary, bringing our community together to celebrate diversity and heritage. Don’t miss out on this feast for the senses! Vendors will accept various forms of payment, including cash.

Join the excitement at our drop-in Children’s BINGO in the Park! Little ones, get ready for a thrilling time of laughter and surprises as we bring the classic game to the Park. With each call of the numbers, discover a world of fun, friendly competition, and chances to win small prizes. It’s an afternoon of joy and delightful moments for our youngest park enthusiasts!

Get ready to sing, dance, and BINGO your way to victory at Music Bingo in Downtown Cary Park! Join us for a night of high-energy fun, where your favorite tunes become the soundtrack to an epic bingo game! Whether you’re a music buff or just love a good time, we’ve got the perfect mix of hits, laughter, and prizes waiting for you. Grab your friends, bring your game face, and get ready to mark off those bingo cards to some serious jams. Don’t miss out – this is one musical event you won’t want to miss! See you at the park for a night of music, fun, and (of course) BINGO!