Alamance Parks & Cedarock Park

08/31/2026

Alamance Athletics' Intro to Sports is BACK this Fall!

We are excited to offer two versions of the Intro to Sports program for the Fall season. For participants between the ages of 3-4 years old we will be offering a skills based program. This program will introduce kids to the basic foundation of sports through kicking, throwing, catching, running, chasing and scoring. For participants between the ages of 5-6 years old we will be offering a multisport program. This program will provide beginner skills to sports such as baseball, soccer, football, and basketball. Sports equipment will be provided, all that you have to do is be ready to have fun with your little one as they learn!

These programs will be offered at two locations, so you can pick the one that is most convenient for your family! You will be able to choose from either the Pleasant Grove Community Center or the B. Everett Jordan Elementary Ballfield.

For more information and to register, click "Sign Up" below!

08/27/2026

Registration is now open for the next adventure with Alamance Outdoors, Wildlife Detectives, happening Thursday, October 1st from 6pm-7:30pm! Get ready to step into the shoes of a real wildlife detective. In this hands-on session, young explorers will learn how to identify the amazing animals of the Carolina Piedmont using the clues they leave behind. From tracks and feathers to calls and habitats, kids will discover how every creature has its own “signature” in nature.

Together, we’ll practice spotting patterns, comparing features, and using field guides like real naturalists. Along the way, explorers will uncover how animals survive, how they fit into our local ecosystem, and why protecting their habitats keeps our Carolina Piedmont healthy and full of life.

While this is a free program, registration is required. For more information and to register, click "Sign Up" below!

Get ready to step into the shoes of a real wildlife detective. In this hands-on session, young explorers will learn how to identify the amazing animals of the Carolina Piedmont using the clues they leave behind. From tracks and feathers to calls and habitats, kids will discover how every creature ha...

08/27/2026

There's still time to sign up! This is a great opportunity for families, first responders, sports teams, community members and more to create a team and join in on the fun while supporting LOCAL Special Olympics athletes!

🚨 SEPTEMBER 4 IS THE DEADLINE. DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO PULL! 🚨

THINK YOUR TEAM HAS WHAT IT TAKES TO BE THE FIRE TRUCK PULL CHAMPION?

Special Olympics Alamance County is fully funded by donations, and events like this help us provide life-changing opportunities for athletes throughout our community and in our school-based programs.

Now, we need YOU to help us make it happen!

Gather your coworkers, friends, family, gym crew, or teammates and take on the challenge!

Teams of 10 will race to pull a firetruck 25 or 50 feet—and the fastest team takes the title! 🏆
- $500 minimum fundraising requirement per team
-100% of proceeds benefit Special Olympics Alamance County

BUT DON'T WAIT!
🚨TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 4 🚨

Register Here: https://give.specialolympicsnc.com/event/2026-special-olympics-alamance-county-firetruck-pull/e814241

08/24/2026

That's a wrap on the 2026 Summer Camp season as many Alamance County schools are welcoming their students back today. We had a blast with campers this year as we offered a few camp options such as Outdoor Adventure Camp, Co-Ed Sports Camp, and Cooking Camp. The Summer included various activities such as hiking, kayaking, meeting birds of prey, archery lessons, an introduction to disc golf, and learning new cooking skills.

We're wishing all of the students and school staff the best of luck on their first day of the new school year! We're already looking forward to even more fun next Summer! 🌳🌞

08/24/2026

CLOSING NOTICE:

Saxapahaw Island Park will be temporarily closed beginning Wednesday, August 26, for scheduled park maintenance. Crews will be on-site conducting debris removal and cleanup from Tropical Storm Chantal.

We anticipate that the maintenance work will take approximately one week; however, the timeline is weather dependent. An update regarding the park’s reopening will be provided as soon as additional information becomes available.

We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding while this necessary work is completed.

08/20/2026

Due to the heat today (Thursday, August 20th) the Eli Whitney Community Center gym and fitness room will be closed as well as the Pleasant Grove Community Center gym. The Pleasant Grove Community Center fitness room will be open from 6pm-7:30pm. We apologize for any inconvenience. Stay safe and cool out there today!

08/19/2026

Join us for the Haw River Camp & Clean happening Saturday-Sunday, September 19-20! This Fall we will be doing a water only cleanup. In this popular event we will get to do a little recreation in our conservation. We will be paddling from the AO Paddle Access to Shallow Ford Natural Area and then camping overnight. On Sunday morning we will paddle the rest of the way to The Valley Golf course paddle access. All along the way we will be picking up trash utilizing extra boats as barges. We will have grabbers and gloves for all participants.

For more information and to register, click "Sign Up" below.

Welcome to Camp & Clean! This fall we will be doing a water only cleanup. In this popular event we will get to do a little recreation in our conservation. We will be paddling from the AO Paddle Access to Shallow Ford Natural Area and then camping overnight. On Sunday morning we will paddle the rest....

08/17/2026

Due to the heat today (Monday, August 17th) the Eli Whitney Community Center gym and fitness room will be closed as well as the Pleasant Grove Community Center gym. The Pleasant Grove Community Center fitness room will be open from 6pm-7:30pm. We apologize for any inconvenience. Stay safe and cool today!

08/17/2026

Attention: Fun opportunity available!

Are you an Alamance County business owner and looking for a fun way to get involved with your community while having your business highlighted in front of a captive audience? The 2026 Alamance Adventure Race is looking for local business sponsors who would like to have their business featured while being part of this county-wide event.

For more information and to register as a sponsor, reach out to your local parks and recreation department or contact Jason Witherspoon at 336-570-6288.

Alamance Parks & Cedarock Park
Burlington Recreation & Parks
The Elon Rec & Parks Scene
Gibsonville Parks and Recreation Department
Graham Recreation and Parks Department
Mebane Recreation and Parks Department

08/15/2026