Your Fall Fun Starts Here: Explore the New Play More Guide
Cool mornings, colorful leaves, and exciting new experiences are just around the corner—and Durham Parks and Recreation is ready to help you make the most of the season!
The Fall 2026 Play More Guide is now available, featuring hundreds of opportunities for all ages to learn, play, connect, and stay active.
Whether you’re looking to enroll your child in an after-school program, join an adult sports league, discover a new fitness class, explore nature, express your creativity through art, or participate in community events, there’s something for everyone.
Registration is NOW OPEN for most programs!
Mark your calendar! Registration for most fall programs opened August 1. Popular classes and programs fill quickly, so now is the perfect time to browse the guide, make your wish list, and plan your season.
This fall, you’ll find programs including:
Fall Programs to Put on Your Radar
Heart and Sole
Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 3, 2026 | Tue, Thu 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Holton Career and Resource Center
Heart & Sole is a national program by Girls on the Run designed to empower girls in middle school through physical activity, life skills, and team-building. The program integrates running with lessons that encourage confidence, healthy relationships, and goal setting.
City Residents: FREE | Non-City Residents: $58.25 | Click Here to Register.
Friday Night Fun Zone
First Friday of Each Month (September - December 2026) | 6-8 PM
Edison Johnson
Kick off the weekend with gym games, jumbo games, arts and crafts fun and more at the Friday Fun Zone.
City Residents: $2.70 | Non-City Residents: $7.20| Click Here to Register.
DJ/Turntables
Sep 16, 2026 - Oct 7, 2026 | Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 PM
Holton Career and Resource Center
Youth learn the skill of DJing and the history of the old and new technology for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African Diasporic heritage arts. This class will be offered again in October and November.
City Residents: FREE | Non-City Residents: $14| Click Here to Register.
Tik Tok, I Can’t Stop!
September 14, 2026 to September 28, 2026 | Mondays 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Holton Career and Resource Center
Join us for this fun Tik Tok Dance Class where we learn trending moves, create epic combos, and bring viral dances to life! Whether you're a total beginner or a mini influencer in the making, you'll have a blast grooving to your favorite songs, making friends, and unleashing your inner star. Come for the moves, stay for the laughs-and maybe even your next viral moment!
This class will be offered again in October, November and December. Register now!
City Residents: FREE | Non-City Residents: $9.50 | Click Here to Register.
Campus Hills Karaoke
Oct 30, 2026 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM
I.R. Holmes Recreation Center
Come join us to belt out your favorite tunes, rock the mic with friends and family, and cheer on brave vocalists in this sing-along activity!
City Residents: $4.00 | Non-City Residents: $9.00 | Click Here to Register.
Whether you’re trying something new or returning to a favorite activity, Durham Parks and Recreation offers opportunities to stay active, meet new people, and create lasting memories.Explore the guide today and get ready to Play More this fall!
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