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People walking and jogging along a wide gravel trail in a green park, with trees on both sides and a wooden fence in the foreground.

Wooden trailhead kiosk with a roof and glass-covered display panels, set along a dirt path in a wooded area with dense green foliage.

Children play on a colorful playground with slides, climbing structures, and shade canopies, set in a park with trees in the background.

Nighttime concert at an Koka Booth Amphitheater, with a brightly lit stage, musicians performing, and an audience seated beneath a curved canopy surrounded by trees.

Credit - Tzu Chen. Modern park pavilion at Downtown Cary Park with a curved wooden roof supported by columns, surrounded by paved walkways, trees with autumn foliage, and a few people walking nearby under a partly cloudy sky.

Fireworks burst above Koka Booth Amphitheater at night, with a lit stage and audience seating below, surrounded by trees silhouetted against the evening sky.

Baseball player in a red uniform swinging a bat during a game, with teammates in the dugout behind him and a blue “Cary” sign visible in the background.

A vibrant soccer match unfolds at a packed stadium during twilight. Fans fill the brightly lit stands, creating an energetic and lively atmosphere.

Crowd gathered at Cary Tennis Park for the PPA Tour, with blue flooring, tents, and surrounding buildings under a bright blue sky.

Aerial view of Downtown Cary at sunset, with tree-lined streets, low-rise buildings, and warm golden light casting long shadows across the landscape.

Whether you're here for a tournament, a weekend getaway, or just passing through, Cary offers plenty of ways to get outside, explore, and experience something new.

Get Outside

With more than 31 public parks and 82 miles of greenway trails, Cary makes it easy to get outside. Walk, bike, or unwind in scenic natural spaces just minutes from everything else you want to do.

Explore parks and trails

Catch a Show

Spend an evening under the stars at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre, a lakeside venue known for concerts, festivals, and performances from the North Carolina Symphony and more.

Explore venues

Explore Downtown

Downtown Cary offers a walkable mix of dining, shopping, and entertainment, centered around Downtown Cary Park and the surrounding social district. From signature events like Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival to seasonal celebrations like Heart of the Holidays, there's always something happening.

Downtown Cary

Experience the Energy of Sports

Cary is a hub for sports at every level. From professional matches to national tournaments, the town regularly hosts major events featuring teams like North Carolina Courage and North Carolina FC, as well as competitions at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary Tennis Park, and USA Baseball's National Training Complex.

Sports in Cary

Make It a Regional Experience

Located in the heart of the Triangle, Cary is just minutes from major college athletics and professional sports, with nearby teams and venues in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Explore the Triangle

Plan Your Visit

Check out the town calendar to see what's happening during your visit and explore even more things to do across the region.

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