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Family Basketball Open Play

Date: Sun, Oct 4, 2026

Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Venue: Raleigh Community Center, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Sports

Free Basketball open play at Raleigh Community Center. Open to all ages. 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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Family Basketball Open Play

Get your free Open Play Pass online ahead of time to skip the lobby line.

When
Oct 4
Sun, Oct 4, 2026
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Where
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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Family Basketball Open Play is a free, drop-in gym session at the Raleigh Community Center designed for parents and children to play together. To participate, you just need to obtain a free Open Play Pass, which is available online through RecLink or at any city community center front desk. The session is open to all ages, making it a flexible option if you have toddlers who want to roll balls on the sidelines while older siblings practice their free throws. Wear athletic shoes and bring your own water bottles, as the water fountains can get busy. This is a straightforward, low-pressure way to burn off some weekend energy indoors, especially if the weather is unpredictable. Since there is no structured tournament or league play, your kids can play at their own pace without any pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to sign up in advance for this event?
No registration is required beforehand, but you do need a free Open Play Pass to enter the gym. You can grab this pass online through the Raleigh RecLink site or quickly sign up for one at the community center desk when you arrive.
Is there a cost to attend?
This open gym session is completely free for all participants, including both adults and children.

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Schedule

Family Basketball Open Play runs Sun, Oct 4, 2026, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm.

Getting There

Raleigh Community Center is in Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

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