Dix Park in partnership with Raleigh Film and Art Festival presents a curated Black History Month artist exhibition showcasing the best talent of 2025 from across the state. A riveting month-long display of visual art representing the experience of people of color living in the south. Enjoy an array of spectacular pieces by professional and student artists. […]
Source: AaronAmat/iStock/Getty Images Plus / AaronAmat/iStock/Getty Images PlusStart your engines… our summer outdoor movie event puts kids in the driver seat with a touch-a-truck event before watching Cars on the big screen. Event Details Time: 7:00 – 11:00 pm 7:00 pm – Touch-A-Truck & Food Trucks 8:45 pm – Cars begins 11:00 pm – Event ends Location: Flowers Field RSVP: No […]
The community is invited by City of Raleigh and presenting partner ABC11 to celebrate together at the Raleigh 4th of July Fireworks! Mark your calendars for Thursday, July 4, as we bring the holiday festivities back to Dix Park for an unforgettable experience. This year promises even more fun with a better-than-ever lineup of family-friendly activities. […]
You’re invited to Raleigh Earth Day in partnership with We Plant it Forward’s Arbor Day! MORE DETAILS HERE Join us to grow our collective community purpose toward the preservation and restoration of the natural environment. Event Details Time: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm Location: Flowers Field at Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603 RSVP RSVPs […]
“You might have seen a housefly, maybe even a superfly, but I bet you ain’t never seen a donkey fly.” Join us in Raleigh’s own Enchanted Forest for Dreamworks’ Shrek! Come dressed as your favorite character or maybe just bring some gumdrop buttons. Event Details 7:00pm – Pre-movie activities start 8:45pm – Shrek movie begins 10:00pm […]
Join the City of Raleigh, and presenting partner ABC11, for Raleigh 4th of July Fireworks on Tuesday, July 4! The highly anticipated festivities return to Dix Park for 2023 with more family-friendly fun featuring a new food truck court and enhanced kid zone, along with the main event: a fantastic firework display. Beginning an hour […]
Join us for our outdoor family movie night on Saturday, July 16 in Dix Park! Come dressed as your favorite superhero or princess to watch Moana on the big screen. We’ve invited some of your favorite characters and you could even win a prize for best costume! Event Schedule 7:00 pm – Event gates open and activities begin 8:30 […]
Join the City of Raleigh and presenting partner ABC11/WTVD-TV for the Raleigh 4th of July Fireworks on Monday, July 4th. The festivities are moving to Dix Park this year. The family-friendly event will feature music and lawn games, along with the main event: a fantastic fireworks display! Gates open at 6 p.m. and fireworks are scheduled […]
Enjoy the nature and tranquility of Dix Park with a yoga class to increase strength and flexibility. All fitness levels welcome! This program is free thanks to Dix Park Conservancy donors. Monday Yoga Instructor: Patrice Graham Find Your Flow – 1st + 3rd Mondays: Move to the unique rhythm of your breath and body with this vinyasa flow practice. Let’s Begin – […]
To celebrate the completion of the Master Plan for Dorothea Dix Park and welcome the community to enjoy our amazing sunflower field, we invite you to join us for a SUNsational family-friendly festival spectacular: Destination SunFest at Dix Park. Enjoy the Ferris wheel, carousel, food + drinks, live entertainment, history hayride tours along with art, craft and other fun […]
One of the biggest events Raleigh has seen is happening today at Dix Park. Dreamville Fest is finally happening after being postponed last September due to Hurricane Florence. Here’s what you need to know if you’re headed to today’s event. Parking: No parking will be allowed at Dix Park. Attendees can, however, park at NC […]
