Date: Sat, Oct 31, 2026
Time: 11:00 am - 2:45 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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“Get your free Open Play Pass online beforehand to skip the front desk line.”
Basketball Open Play - All Ages is a free, drop-in recreational session at the Raleigh Community Center. To participate, you need an active Open Play Pass, which is completely free. You can register for this pass online through the Raleigh RecLink portal or sign up in person at the front desk when you arrive. The gym is open to all skill levels and ages, making it a flexible option for kids who want to shoot hoops or practice their dribbling skills. Parking is available in the main community center lot, and you should bring your own water bottles as well as clean athletic shoes for the court. This session is a highly practical weekend option because it requires zero advance commitment. If your Saturday plans change or the weather turns cold, you can simply show up for an hour of active play without spending a dime.
Last updated
Oct 31
Basketball Open Play - All Ages runs Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 11:00 am - 2:45 pm.
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