Do we need to sign up in advance for this event?

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 when you arrive.

Is there a cost to play?

No, this open play session is completely free for all participants.

What age group is this best for?

While the event is open to all ages, it is best suited for older children, teenagers, and adults who have the coordination to serve and pass a standard volleyball.

Volleyball Open Play — Raleigh, NC

Name: Volleyball Open Play
Start: 2026-10-15T14:15:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-15T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Raleigh Community Center

Volleyball Open Play

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

When

Oct 15

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

10:15 am - 5:00 pm

Where

Raleigh Community Center

Raleigh, NC

Ages

Check ages with the venue

Price

Free

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Volleyball Open Play is a recurring, drop-in sports session hosted at the Raleigh Community Center where players of all ages can practice their serves and spikes in a casual gym setting. It is a completely unstructured time designed for recreational play rather than intense competition. To participate, you just need to obtain a free Open Play Pass, which you can secure online through the city's RecLink portal or in person at any local community center desk. There is no pre-registration required for the actual session, so you can arrive and leave whenever fits your schedule between 10:15 am and 5:00 pm. The community center offers free on-site parking, and you should plan to bring clean athletic shoes and water bottles for your kids. This is a highly practical option for a Thursday when you want to keep your school-aged children active without committing to a multi-week league. It offers a flexible, indoor space to run around, especially if the weather outside is unpredictable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to sign up in advance for this event?: 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 when you arrive.
Is there a cost to play?: No, this open play session is completely free for all participants.
What age group is this best for?: While the event is open to all ages, it is best suited for older children, teenagers, and adults who have the coordination to serve and pass a standard volleyball.

Last updated September 12, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Schedule

Volleyball Open Play runs Thu, Oct 15, 2026, 10:15 am - 5:00 pm.

Getting There

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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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