WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2026 ARTICLES CARY, NORTH CAROLINA

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Cary’s Ambitious Downtown Park Grand Opening Scheduled For November 19th
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Cary’s Ambitious Downtown Park Grand Opening Scheduled For November 19th

You may be able to enter the park a few days sooner, according to the mayor.
Greenway of the Month (July): Higgins Greenway
GREENWAY OF THE MONTH

Greenway of the Month (July): Higgins Greenway

This short-but-sweet greenway near the center of Cary is July’s greenway of the month.
Black Creek Greenway Section Reopens, Connecting to Lake Crabtree
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Black Creek Greenway Section Reopens, Connecting to Lake Crabtree

Black Creek Greenway, the largest greenway in Cary, has had a section under construction for the past few months. Now, construction has finalized and the entire trail is now open.
Greenway of the Month (June): Black Creek Greenway
GREENWAY OF THE MONTH

Greenway of the Month (June): Black Creek Greenway

Each month in 2023 (other than January), The Cary Report will feature a different greenway! There are 39 greenways located in Cary, and each article will feature information about […]
Park Feature: Heater Park
PARKS & REC

Park Feature: Heater Park

Located just minutes from downtown Cary, Heater Park is a quiet park with plenty of open space to have a picnic, play catch, or just enjoy some nature.
Jack Smith Park’s Splash Pad Reopens
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Jack Smith Park’s Splash Pad Reopens

The town's first-ever splash pad is set to re-open tomorrow, May 10th, at Jack Smith Park.
Greenway of the Month (May): White Oak Creek Greenway
GREENWAY OF THE MONTH

Greenway of the Month (May): White Oak Creek Greenway

Of all the greenways located in Cary, few are as important (or big) as the White Oak Creek Greenway.
Park Feature: Dorothy Park
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Park Feature: Dorothy Park

Dorothy Park is one of the smallest parks in the town, but it still has that undeniable Cary charm.
(Canceled April 7th) Bands, Bites, and Boats Event at Bond Park is back – Here’s What to Know
EVENTS

(Canceled April 7th) Bands, Bites, and Boats Event at Bond Park is back – Here’s What to Know

From April through October, on the first Friday of the month, an event called Bands, Bites & Boats is hosted at Fred G. Bond Metro Park in the evening. The events are free to attend and have live music, food trucks, and beer for sale, as well as after-hours boat rentals.
Greenway of the Month (April): Swift Creek Greenway
GREENWAY OF THE MONTH

Greenway of the Month (April): Swift Creek Greenway

Cary’s greenway system offers a diverse range of trails, but this April, the spotlight is on the Swift Creek Greenway.
Town of Cary Seeks Resident Input on Parks and Open Space with New Survey
LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Town of Cary Seeks Resident Input on Parks and Open Space with New Survey

The Town of Cary has announced a Parks and Open Space survey as part of its effort to update and create plans to guide its future development.
Park Feature: Walnut Street Park
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Park Feature: Walnut Street Park

Walnut Street Park in Cary is a wonderful destination for those seeking outdoor activities and relaxation. The small (but charming!) paved path, playground, open field, plus basketball and pickleball courts make it so there is something for everybody to do.