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Events, meetings, and alerts will be listed Tuesday through the following Monday.
For more information and activities, view our calendar!
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Registration Now Open - Residential Solar
Solar energy is an important part of reducing carbon emissions and building a sustainable and resilient community. Join us April 22 for a free online lunch-and-learn to discover if residential solar is the right choice for you! Learn more and sign up.
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Register for Cary's Spring Litter Sweep
Volunteer to help keep Cary clean and green at our town-wide litter cleanup event on April 13. This is a great environmental service opportunity for groups, troops, and individuals; all tools and supplies are provided. Learn more and sign up for a cleanup location.
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Summer Youth Volleyball Registration
Registration opens for Cary residents through RecTrac April 10. Leagues are open to players age 10-18 (age as of April 30, 2024). Visit Summer Youth Volleyball for more.
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Digital Downtown Cary Map Now Available
Cary has a variety of available street parking, public lots, and garages within a short walk of your downtown destination. Explore our new interactive parking map at carync.gov/downtown.
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Environmental Advisory Board
6 p.m.
Information is available on the calendar.
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Film: Food Inc. 2 (Not Rated)
The Cary Theater, 7 p.m.
In the sequel to 'Food, Inc.', filmmakers take a fresh look at our efficient-yet-vulnerable food system. Since the first film, multinational corporations have tightened their stronghold on the U.S. government.
Tickets and information.
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School BreakOUT!
Downtown Cary Park, 10 a.m.
Turn teacher work day into a fun-filled adventure for kids! Join us for School BreakOUT! in the Park, with exciting activities, performers, and creative projects. Designed for children of all ages, this day guarantees laughter, exploration, and the chance to forge new friendships, offering a safe and engaging environment for your little ones during their day off from school. Learn more.
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Film: Bob Marley: One Love (PG-13)
The Cary Theater, 2 p.m.
"Bob Marley: One Love" celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. On the big screen for the first time, discover Bob's powerful story of overcoming adversity and the journey behind his revolutionary music.
Tickets and information.
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Josh Cellars Jazz Series: Também
Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 5:45 p.m.
Também is a woman-led quartet based in Durham, North Carolina, that explores the intersection of Brazilian and American music through various rhythms and textures. Characterized by rhythmic play, improvisation, and dance-able grooves, their music takes inspiration from Brazilian legends such as Hermeto Pascoal, Elza Soares, and Milton Nascimento, as well as bands such as Stereolab and Hiatus Kaiyote.
Tickets and information.
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Historic Preservation Commission
6:30 p.m.
Information is available on the calendar.
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Film: Step Brothers (R)
The Cary Theater, 7 p.m.
Brennan Huff (Will Ferrell) is a sporadically employed 39-year-old who lives with his mother, Nancy (Mary Steenburgen). Dale Doback (John C. Reilly) is a terminally unemployed 40-year-old who lives with his father, Robert (Richard Jenkins). When Robert and Nancy marry and move in together, Brennan and Dale are forced to live with each other as stepbrothers.
Tickets and information.
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Film: The Peasants (R)
The Cary Theater, 1:30 p.m.
The Peasants tells the story of Jagna, a young woman determined to forge her path within the confines of a late 19th-century Polish village - a hotbed of gossip and ongoing feuds, held together by pride in their land, adherence to colorful traditions and deep-rooted patriarchy.
Tickets and information.
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Board Game Social
Downtown Cary Park Academy Plaza-Park Side, 3 p.m.
Enjoy Board Games in the Park, where you can gather with friends and family for a delightful competition and fun evening. Indulge in the fantastic food and beverage offerings from Market 317. With tables, chairs, and games provided, this family-friendly space is the perfect setting to roll the dice, strategize, and enjoy a memorable night of tabletop gaming camaraderie. Learn more.
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Film: Drugstore June (Not Rated)
The Cary Theater, 4:30 p.m.
After the pharmacy in her small town is robbed, June (Esther Povitsky), who still lives at home with her parents (Beverly D'Angelo and James Remar), takes matters into her own hands to solve the crime, while at the same time trying to get over her ex-boyfriend (Haley Joel Osment) and become more of an adult.
Tickets and information.
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Town Council Work Session
Herb Young Community Center, 4:45 p.m.
Information is available on the calendar.
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Town Council Meeting
Cary Town Hall, 6:30 p.m.
View the agenda.
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Film: Butterfly in the Sky (Not Rated)
The Cary Theater, 2 p.m.
For 26 seasons, PBS' "Reading Rainbow" met young viewers in their living rooms, whisking them away on far-off adventures into the boundless world of books. Inspiring and nostalgic, "Butterfly in the Sky" tells the tale of a revolutionary reading movement.
Tickets and information.
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Movie Night Preshow
Downtown Cary Park, 5 p.m.
Enjoy an exciting preshow extravaganza at the Park! We're serving up an evening of games, food, and fun, setting the stage for the culinary magic of Ratatouille! Learn more.
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Cary Players Community Theater Presents: Brigadoon
Cary Arts Center, 7:30 p.m.
New Yorker Tommy Albright unexpectedly arrives at the mysterious Scottish Highland village of Brigadoon, which only appears for one day every 100 years. When Tommy meets and falls in love with Fiona, a beautiful villager in this magical hamlet, he must decide whether to return to his old life or stay in Brigadoon - forever.
Tickets and information.
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Film: 45th Anniversary of Dawn of the Dead (Not Rated)
The Cary Theater, 8 p.m.
As hordes of zombies swarm over the U.S., the terrified populace tries everything in its power to escape the attack - but neither cities nor the countryside prove safe. In Pennsylvania, radio station employee Stephen (David Emge) and his girlfriend, Francine (Gaylen Ross), escape in the station helicopter, accompanied by two renegade SWAT members, Roger and Pete. The group retreats to the haven of an enclosed shopping center to make what could be humanity's last stand.
Tickets and information.
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Movie Night - Ratatouille (G)
Downtown Cary Park, Great Lawn Pavilion, 8 p.m.
In celebration of the upcoming Pimento Cheese Festival, join us for a family-friendly screening of Ratatouille, curated by The Cary Theater. This delightful G-rated film promises a fun and enjoyable evening for all. Grab your cushions, blankets, and chairs for ultimate comfort as you settle in to enjoy the movie with popcorn and snacks from Market 317. Food trucks will also be on site. Learn more.
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Cary Downtown Farmers Market
The Perfect Piece parking lot, 8 a.m.
Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season this week in the parking lot of the Perfect Piece. You will find a wonderful lineup of vendors offering all locally-made and locally-grown items. Shop for freshly-harvested produce, handmade local food, and artisan-made goods. Stop by the info booth to learn about their matching program for SNAP/EBT. Children can also get their very own Farmers Market Passport and participate in the Eat-A-Rainbow program, which encourages children to eat healthy, nutritious foods. Learn more about their new location, nutrition programs, and other information on our website, or visit the market's Facebook and Instagram pages for weekly information.
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Carpenter Community Garden Open House
Carpenter Park, 9 a.m.
Join us in the garden! Staff will be on-site for tours, Q&A, and children's educational play activities. Learn more about growing a home garden, planting for pollinators, and mitigating stormwater with rain garden installations.
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Pimento Cheese Festival
Downtown Cary Park, 11 a.m.
Pimento cheese is a southern delicacy worth celebrating. Come enjoy the nation's only festival dedicated to pimento cheese! This year's Pimento Cheese Festival is set to be the best yet, with more activities and a larger event footprint, including Downtown Cary Park. There will be a variety of food trucks and vendors delivering their regular menus and unique pimento cheese-infused dishes. South Academy St. will be closed between Park St. and Dry Ave., and Dry Ave. will be closed between Walnut St. and Faculty Ave. from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Learn more.
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Film: New York Dog Film Festival (Not Rated)
The Cary Theater, 11 a.m.
Pass the pupcorn and enjoy this collection of 13 short films celebrating the love between dogs, their people, and the animal welfare groups that bring them together.
Tickets and information.
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Film: New York Cat Film Festival (Not Rated)
The Cary Theater, 2 p.m.
A collection of 17 short films exploring the mystique of the fascinating felines who share our lives.
Tickets and information.
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NC Courage vs. Portland Thorn
WakeMed Soccer Park, 7 p.m.
Visit WakeMed Soccer Park on Saturday, April 13, as the NC Courage take on a revamped Portland Thorns team looking to get hot after a slow start! Tonight's match will also feature Art in the Park Night, where Limited-edition Art in the Park stickers will be available for select fans. Celebrate local artists and cheer on your N.C. Courage throughout tonight's match! For tickets and more information, visit NC Courage.
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Performances at the Page: Roadhouse Storytellers
Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 7 p.m.
Join the Roadhouse Storytellers as they bring local and regional tellers together for an evening of stories in the intimate space of the Page-Walker. Jane Dorfman, Milbre Burch, Mary Wood, and Sam Pearsall are featured tellers. Dessert and beverages are included.
Tickets and information.
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Jason Adamo Presents: North Carolina Songwriters in the Round
The Cary Theater, 7 p.m.
Jason Adamo Presents North Carolina Songwriters in the Round returns to The Cary! Featuring two sets of songwriters sharing the stories behind the songs they've written, performing in the round, Nashville style.
Performers John Sierra, Jon Wall, Mysti Mayhem, Brent Jordan, Jason Adamo, Adam Pitts, Gretchen Norwood, and Josh Rhyne. The approximate run time is 140 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.
Tickets and information.
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NCFC vs. Birmingham Legion FC
WakeMed Soccer Park, 5 p.m.
Visit WakeMed Soccer Park as NCFC continue their first season back in the USL Championship by facing Birmingham Legion FC! Tonight's match will also be Rivals Night; join us in celebrating the obvious (and not so obvious) rivalries in the Triangle with games to prove who is the best. Support your NCFC team while showcasing your school pride! For tickets and more information, visit NCFC.
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Athletic Committee
6 p.m.
Information is available on the calendar.
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Planning and Zoning Board
6:30 p.m.
Information is available on the calendar.
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