Date: Fri, Oct 2, 2026
Time: 2:30 pm - 5:30 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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Youth Basketball Open Play is a free drop-in gym session for kids at the Raleigh Community Center. It provides a casual space for young players to shoot hoops, practice their dribbling, and play pickup games with peers in a supervised indoor setting. To participate, your child needs an active Open Play Pass. You can sign up for this pass online through the city RecLink portal or grab one in person at any Raleigh community center desk before heading to the court. Make sure your child wears athletic shoes and comfortable clothing, and consider bringing a labeled water bottle. This Friday afternoon session is an easy, budget-friendly way to transition from the school week into the weekend. It requires no long-term commitment or league fees, making it ideal for kids who want to play without the pressure of organized sports.
Last updated
Oct 2
Youth Basketball Open Play runs Fri, Oct 2, 2026, 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm.
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