Date: Fri, Sep 18, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Venue: Raleigh Community Center, Raleigh
Price: Free
Category: Sports
Free Basketball open play at Raleigh Community Center. For 40+. No registration required - just show up with your free Open Play Pass. Get your pass at any Raleigh community center or online at RecLink.
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“Get your Open Play Pass online before Friday to skip the front desk line.”
What is 40 and older - Basketball Open Play? This is a weekly drop-in sports session designed for mature players to enjoy pickup basketball games in a relaxed environment. To participate, you need to obtain a free Open Play Pass, which is available online through the city's RecLink system or at any local community center front desk. The session takes place in the indoor gymnasium, so wear clean athletic shoes and bring your own water bottle. Parking at the community center is plentiful and free. This session is a smart addition to your weekend plans if you want to prioritize your own physical fitness before the busy Saturday youth sports schedule begins. It offers a welcoming, low-pressure environment to stay active and connect with other local parents.
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40 and older - Basketball Open Play runs Fri, Sep 18, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
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