Special Events

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

This will be a contactless drive-up event to provide free school supplies and resources to Durham students. Registration is required, per child. Supplies are limited, so sign up early! Registration can be done online or by calling 919.560.4444. A confirmation email will be sent by August 10 with pick-up instructions. Age: 5-18 No Cost CAMPUS HILLS PARK 14569 Aug 14 Sa 11am-1pm

BULL CITY REELS ON WHEELS

Come on out for a movie on the big screen and enjoy it from the comfort of your vehicle or bring your own chairs and sit directly in front of your vehicle in the marked space provided. Gates open one hour before showtime. This is a free event but pre-registration is required. Reserve your parking spot today. Only one reservation is needed per car. We will be limiting each car to only 4 people so please plan accordingly. You must remain in your car or in the space provided in front of your car unless you are visiting a food truck or the restroom. While outdoor mask use is no longer required, it is still recommended — especially in situations where social distancing cannot be maintained. The event is rain or shine but if the wind is too high or weather is too severe we will cancel the event, unfortunately we will not be offering a rain date for this film. No Cost DURHAM COUNTY MEMORIAL STADIUM 15067 Jun 18 F 9pm-11pm Movie: Amistad, rated R 14979 Jul 16 F 9pm-11pm Movie: The Croods: A New Age, rated PG 14980 Aug 6 F 9pm-11pm Movie: Mrs. Doubtfire, rated PG-13

SPECIAL EVENTS

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION

Celebrate patriotism and civic pride with Durham Parks and Recreation and the Durham Bulls. Attend the baseball game and enjoy a dynamic fireworks show following the game. DURHAM BULLS ATHLETIC PARK 15335 Jul 4 Su 6:05pm-10:05pm

JULY 4TH WEEKEND LASER LIGHT SHOW

Come on out for a patriotic holiday-themed laser light show. Enjoy it from the comfort of your vehicle or bring your own chairs and sit directly in front of your vehicle in the marked space provided. Gates open one hour before showtime. This is a free event but preregistration is required. Reserve your parking spot today. Only one reservation is needed per car. We will be limiting each car to only 4 people so please plan accordingly. You must remain in your car or in the space provided in front of your car unless you are visiting a the restroom. While outdoor mask use is no longer required, it is still recommended — especially in situations where social distancing cannot be maintained. The event is rain or shine but if the weather is too severe we will reschedule to Monday, July 5. No Cost DURHAM COUNTY MEMORIAL STADIUM 15225 Jul 3 Sa 9pm-9:30pm 15226 Jul 4 Su 9pm-9:30pm

ROCK THE LOT CONCERT

Durham Parks and Recreation is bringing concerts to you...in your car! Come on out for a concert and enjoy it from the comfort of your vehicle or bring your own chairs and sit directly in front of your vehicle in the marked space provided. Gates open one hour before showtime. This is a free event, but pre-registration is required. Reserve your parking spot today. Only one reservation is needed per car. We will be limiting each car to only 4 people so please plan accordingly. You must remain in your car or in the space provided in front of your car unless you are visiting a food truck or the restroom. While outdoor mask use is no longer required, it is still recommended — especially in situations where social distancing cannot be maintained. The event is rain or shine but if the weather is too severe, we will cancel the event. No Cost NORTHERN HIGH SCHOOL 14981 Jun 5 Sa 6pm-8pm Band: Rone’ Grant, an R&B band RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL 14982 Jul 24 Sa 6pm-8pm Band: #Epitome, a band that is a mix of Neo Soul, R&B, Pop and Classic Soul. SOUTHERN HIGH SCHOOL 14983 Aug 14 Sa 6pm-8pm Band: Sajaso, a Salsa, Jazz and Soul band.

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Durham Parks and Recreation has been recognized as a Playful City USA since 2009! Playful City USA is a recognition program honoring cities and towns that ensure that kids in their communities get the balanced and active play they need to thrive.

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VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers are regularly needed for special events. Visit dprvolunteers.ivolunteer.com to check out upcoming volunteer opportunities.

VENDORS & SPONSORS

Become a vendor or sponsor for an upcoming special event! Opportunities are available for non-profits, artists, businesses and food vendors!

INCLEMENT WEATHER INFORMATION

If at any point it becomes unsafe to host or continue a program due to inclement weather, DPR will postpone or cancel the event. Please check one of the following online sites for up-to-date information on cancellations and closures: DPRPlayMore.org facebook.com/dprplaymore twitter.com/dprplaymore or call: 919-560-4636

Most outdoor special events will occur rain or shine. In the case of extreme cold weather, threat or warning of a tornado or hurricane, or thunder and lightning storms, the event will be cancelled. A decision to close athletic fields or cancel games and practices will be made at 4:30 p.m. during the week and 7:30 a.m. on weekends.

DPR strives to make our programs, services and facilities accessible for all individuals and families, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, martial status, sexual orientation or ability level.