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May 2026
MAY1
Youth Girls NFL Flag Football Registration Opens in Wake Forest
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will begin accepting Youth Girls NFL Flag Football applications on Friday, May 1, 2026, for girls ages 11–18. Registration Schedule…
MAY4
2026 Wake Forest Road Resurfacing Project
WAKE FOREST, NC - Beginning today (Monday, May 4) and continuing daily from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. through the end of May, Browe Construction, a subcontractor of Sunrock Industries, LLC, is…
MAY4
May Month of Fitness
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department offers a free fitness series throughout May. All classes are free, open to area residents of all ages, and require…
MAY10
WFHE Week 2: People – Share Your Knowledge of Wake Forest History
Share your story of people who have made a difference in Wake Forest on the Wake Forest Public History Exchange (WFHE). Did you have a teacher who made a difference…
MAY16
Family Movie Night at Joyner Park
Family Movie Night at Joyner Park brings free outdoor movies to Wake Forest. This community event takes place at Joyner Park. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and favorite snacks for…
MAY16
Farmers’ Market
Six Sundays in Spring falls on Sunday, May 10, 2026 — Mother's Day — at Joyner Park in Wake Forest. This outdoor concert series brings residents together for free live…
MAY16
Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will host a free, monthly outdoor movie series from May through August at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road.…
MAY16
Family Movie Night: Shrek
Join us for Family Movie Night at E. Carroll Joyner Park featuring the 2001 animated fantasy comedy "Shrek"! Pre-show activity for kids begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts at 8:30…
MAY17
WFHE Week 3: Events – Share Your Knowledge of Wake Forest History
Share your story of events that have made an impact to Wake Forest on the Wake Forest Public History Exchange (WFHE). Is there an event in Wake Forest history that…
MAY17
Six Sundays in Spring
Six Sundays in Spring brings free live music back to Joyner Park on Sunday, May 17, 2026 in Wake Forest. This installment of the beloved outdoor concert series promises another…
MAY19
Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Wake Forest Farmers' Market is open on Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Late May brings some of the finest spring produce — strawberries, fresh…
MAY19
Public Hearing: Proposed FY 2026-27 Budget – Board of Commissioners Meeting
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget during its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 19, at 6 p.m. Location:…
MAY23
Holding Park Aquatic Center Opens
The Holding Park Aquatic Center opens for the 2026 summer season on Saturday, May 23, 2026. One of Wake Forest's most popular warm-weather destinations, the Holding Park Aquatic Center offers…
MAY23
Farmers’ Market
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners holds its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at Wake Forest Town Hall. This is the primary formal meeting where commissioners vote…
MAY24
WFHE Week 4: Stories – Share Your Knowledge of Wake Forest History
Share your story! Tell us why Wake Forest and its history are important to you. Use the Wake Forest Public History Exchange (WFHE) to share your personal story and connection…
MAY24
Six Sundays in Spring
Six Sundays in Spring returns on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at Joyner Park in Wake Forest. The series features free outdoor live music every Sunday afternoon, drawing hundreds of residents…
MAY27
National Senior Health & Fitness Day
National Senior Health and Fitness Day comes to Wake Forest on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Held annually on the last Wednesday of May, this nationally recognized event encourages older adults…
MAY28
NCFST Mobile Market
The NCFST Mobile Market stops in Wake Forest on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Run by the North Carolina Farm to School Trust, the Mobile Market brings fresh, locally sourced, affordable…
MAY30
Farmers’ Market
The Wake Forest Farmers' Market is open on Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Late spring is one of the finest times to visit, with early…
MAY31
Six Sundays in Spring
Six Sundays in Spring continues on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Joyner Park in Wake Forest. This beloved free outdoor concert series is one of the most popular recurring events…
June 2026
JUN1
Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony: Harry Lee Wilkerson, US Army | June 1, 2026
Wake Forest honors its veterans with a Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony on Monday, June 1, 2026 at the Wake Forest Town Hall Centennial Plaza. This month's ceremony honors Harry Lee Wilkerson,…
JUN2
Board of Commissioners Work Session
The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners Work Session is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Wake Forest Town Hall. Work sessions are informal, workshop-style meetings where…
JUN3
The Embers: Featuring Craig Woolard
Part of the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre's 2026 "Summer at the Centre" Performance Series, The Embers featuring Craig Woolard brings their legendary beach music sound to Wake Forest. Tickets available…
JUN3
The Embers: Featuring Craig Woolard
Part of the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre's 2026 "Summer at the Centre" Performance Series, The Embers featuring Craig Woolard brings their legendary beach music sound to Wake Forest. Tickets go…
JUN5
Decades Dance for individuals with disabilities
The Decades Dance for Individuals with Disabilities takes place on Friday, June 5, 2026 in Wake Forest. Hosted by Wake Forest Parks and Recreation, this inclusive event celebrates joy, music,…
JUN6
National Trails Day
National Trails Day is celebrated across the country on Saturday, June 6, 2026 — and Wake Forest, NC is joining in. This annual event, sponsored by the American Hiking Society,…
JUN6
4th Annual Cars and Carnivores Street Festival
Venue: Historic downtown Wake Forest, E Owen Ave & S Brooks St Address: 339 Brooks St Wake Forest Start Time: 8 AM End Time: 3 PM Join the Wake Forest…
JUN6
Farmers’ Market
The Wake Forest Farmers' Market opens on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. A cornerstone of the Wake Forest community, the weekly market connects residents with…
JUN6
Circle and Square
Small is All Productions will present two performances of "Circle and Square" on Saturday, June 6, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St. Shows are scheduled at…
JUN6
“Circle and Square” by Small is All Productions – Wake Forest Renaissance Centre
Small is All Productions presents Circle and Square — a delightful, interactive play for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, 405…
JUN8
America 250 Art Exhibit
The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre invites artists of all ages, abilities, and mediums to answer the question "What does America mean to you?" for its America 250 Art Exhibit. Selected…
JUN11
NCFST Mobile Market
The NCFST Mobile Market — operated by the North Carolina Farm to School Trust — makes a stop in Wake Forest on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The Mobile Market brings…
JUN12
Friday Night on White
Friday Night on White returns to downtown Wake Forest on Friday, June 12, 2026. This popular recurring event transforms White Street into a vibrant block-party atmosphere with live music, local…
JUN12
America 250 Art Exhibit – Artist Reception
The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre will honor the artists and their works during a special free reception in the Renaissance Centre Arts Annex. The event is free and open to…
JUN13
Family Movie Night at Joyner Park
Family Movie Night at Joyner Park is back on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Pack a blanket, grab your lawn chairs, and head to one of Wake Forest's most beautiful green…
JUN13
Farmers’ Market
The Wake Forest Farmers' Market returns on Saturday, June 13, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Whether you're hunting for crisp seasonal vegetables, freshly baked bread, artisan honey, or…
JUN13
Family Movie Night: Zootopia 2
Join us for Family Movie Night at E. Carroll Joyner Park featuring "Zootopia 2"! Pre-show activity for kids begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts at 8:30 p.m. This event is…
JUN15
Wake Forest Bass & Youth Fishing Tournaments
⚠️ Registration is currently open through Monday, June 1. The tournaments run June 15–28, 2026. The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will host two fishing tournaments —…
July 2026
JUL1
America’s Sweethearts
Part of the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre's 2026 "Summer at the Centre" Performance Series, America's Sweethearts takes the stage for a spectacular evening of entertainment. Tickets go on sale April…
JUL3
Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular – July 3, 2026
Join over 15,000 of your neighbors for Wake Forest's annual Fireworks Spectacular — bigger than ever in 2026 as the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary. The event is held inside…
JUL13
Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony: Joseph Clapps, US Marine Corps | July 13, 2026
Wake Forest honors its veterans with a Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony on Monday, July 13, 2026 at the Wake Forest Town Hall Centennial Plaza. This month's ceremony honors Joseph Clapps, who…
JUL18
Family Movie Night: Mufasa: The Lion King
Join us for Family Movie Night at E. Carroll Joyner Park featuring "Mufasa: The Lion King"! Pre-show activity for kids begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts at 8:30 p.m. This…
August 2026
AUG1
Family Movie Night: Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Join us for Family Movie Night at E. Carroll Joyner Park featuring "Super Mario Galaxy Movie"! Pre-show activity for kids begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts at 8:30 p.m. This…
AUG3
Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony: Craig Skeffington, US Army | August 3, 2026
Wake Forest honors its veterans with a Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony on Monday, August 3, 2026 at the Wake Forest Town Hall Centennial Plaza. This month's ceremony honors Craig Skeffington, who…
AUG22
Interactive Mystery Theater: Kill the Music
The final show in the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre's 2026 "Summer at the Centre" Performance Series! Interactive Mystery Theater presents "Kill the Music" — a fun, audience-participation murder mystery show.…
September 2026
SEP14
Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony: Grady Macon, US Air Force | September 14, 2026
Wake Forest honors its veterans with a Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony on Monday, September 14, 2026 at the Wake Forest Town Hall Centennial Plaza. This month's ceremony honors Grady Macon, who…
October 2026
OCT5
Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony: Neil Michael Cronin, US Marine Corps | October 5, 2026
Wake Forest honors its veterans with a Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony on Monday, October 5, 2026 at the Wake Forest Town Hall Centennial Plaza. This month's ceremony honors Neil Michael Cronin,…
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