Date: Sat, Sep 26, 2026
Time: 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Venue: Raleigh Community Center, Raleigh
Price: Free
Category: Sports
Free Basketball open play at Raleigh Community Center. For Youth. 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 free Open Play Pass online beforehand to skip the lobby line.”
Youth Basketball Open Play is a free, drop-in recreational session held at the Raleigh Community Center for kids to practice their skills and play casual pickup games. To participate, your child will need an active Open Play Pass. You can sign up for this pass online through the city's RecLink portal or grab one in person at any Raleigh community center desk before heading to the gym. Make sure your child wears athletic shoes and comfortable clothing, and bring a labeled water bottle to keep them hydrated during play. This is an excellent weekend option because it requires zero long-term commitment or registration fees. It gives kids a chance to stay active indoors, make new friends, and enjoy the game at their own pace.
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Youth Basketball Open Play runs Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm.
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