Town of Chapel Hill, NC

Recreation Programs and Events

The Parks and Recreation Department strives to create “fun beyond imagination” by offering a variety of programs and events and activities for all ages.

Grab your friends and family and enjoy some of these fun activities as we kick off this new year.

 Friendsgiving “a new tradition”

Join Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation and the Orange County Department on Aging for a heartwarming new tradition - “Friendsgiving”! 🌟

Help us create goodie bags for adults in our community who could use some extra love this holiday season. Sign up now to volunteer on Nov. 26! 

Learn how to nominate a friend and volunteer! 

Swim with Santa

Make a splash as we bring the magic of the holiday season to the poolside!  Join us for an afternoon of aquatic adventure and festive fun at our one-of-a-kind Swim with Santa event at the Community Center Pool.

Chapel Hill Community Center
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 3 - 5pm

Sign up here.

Climb with Santa

Explore the rock wall alongside Santa, the elves, and the whole North Pole crew.

Chapel Hill Community Center
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Sign up here.

Choose from 7 different time slots to climb with Santa. 

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