Do we need to register in advance for this open play session?

No registration is required to attend, but you do need a free Open Play Pass. You can sign up for this pass online through RecLink or grab one at the community center front desk before you head into the gym.

Is there a cost to attend?

This community center event is completely free for all participants.

What ages are allowed at the open gym?

The session is open to all ages, meaning toddlers can practice dribbling on the sidelines while older kids and adults play casual pickup games.

Basketball Open Play - All Ages

Name: Basketball Open Play - All Ages
Start: 2026-10-21T16:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-21T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Raleigh Community Center

“Get your free Open Play Pass online beforehand to skip the front desk line.”

When

Oct 21

Wed, Oct 21, 2026

12:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Where

Raleigh Community Center

Raleigh, NC

Ages

Check ages with the venue

Price

Free

freeopen playraleigh parksdrop inbasketballteam sports

Basketball Open Play - All Ages is a recurring drop-in gym session hosted at the Raleigh Community Center. It provides an open court for residents of any age to practice their shots, play pickup games, or just run around and dribble. To participate, you need to obtain a free Open Play Pass, which you can secure online through the city RecLink portal or in person at the front desk. The session runs from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm, making it a solid option for homeschooled children, preschoolers, or older kids after early school dismissals. Parking is available in the main community center lot, and you should bring your own water bottles as court-side fountains can get busy. This afternoon slot offers a flexible, indoor space to burn off energy when the weather is unpredictable. Because there is no structured schedule, your kids can play at their own pace and leave whenever they get tired.

View on raleigh-openplay

Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to register in advance for this open play session?: No registration is required to attend, but you do need a free Open Play Pass. You can sign up for this pass online through RecLink or grab one at the community center front desk before you head into the gym.
Is there a cost to attend?: This community center event is completely free for all participants.
What ages are allowed at the open gym?: The session is open to all ages, meaning toddlers can practice dribbling on the sidelines while older kids and adults play casual pickup games.

Last updated September 12, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Schedule

Basketball Open Play - All Ages runs Wed, Oct 21, 2026, 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm.

Getting There

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

More events at Raleigh Community Center →

What to Bring

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

Basketball Open Play - All Ages

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan Your Visit

Schedule

Getting There

What to Bring

Sports Guides

Wake County School Meal Benefits: What Expires and Who Eats Free

Where to See Santa in the Triangle (2026): Confirmed Dates, Free Sightings, and What to Book Now