Grab the family and join us for a behind the scenes adventure!

We’re excited to invite you to join us for field trips to the coolest recreation hotspots in the Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department. This fun-filled program is all about exploring fantastic recreational facilities and opportunities. Each event will be a new adventure, filled with laughter, exploration, and community spirit. Plus, get ready to score some awesome swag along the way! Come along and make some unforgettable memories with us!

New CaryVan adventures will be added throughout the year so check back to see what's new!

Symphony Under the Stars at Koka Booth CaryVan Family Adventure 
April 8| 5 – 10 p.m.  Age 4 & up | $59(R) $76(NR) | EVEN0035-008

Meet at Herb Young Community Center and let's CaryVan to Koka Boothe Ampitheatre! Enjoy the local Jazz scene of NC with soul-stirring rhythms, electrifying solos, and late-night magic! Before the show, we’ll explore the beautiful grounds and share some fun facts. A special section is reserved just for us, and we’ve got the entry tickets, picnic dinner and chairs covered! Bring your family for a night filled with music and unforgettable memories. 

Backspins and Beyond: CaryVan Family Adventure at Cary Tennis
April 17| 5 – 8 p.m. | Age 6 & up | $49(R) $63(NR) |EVEN0035-010

Meet at Herb Young Community Center and let's CaryVan to the Cary Tennis Park for a family adventure! See the top collegiate tennis talent in the country compete for glory at the 2026 ACC Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championships in Cary! Catch all the behind the scenes action, intensity, and championship drama, enjoy dinner and much more at the beautiful Cary Tennis Park.

Take the Field: CaryVan Family Adventure at USA Baseball

 July 1| 4 - 9 p.m. | Age 4 & up | $65(R) $85(NR)|EVEN0035-012

Meet at Thomas Brooks Park and CaryVan to the USA Baseball National Training Complex for a fun baseball experience! Families can take part in a PLAY BALL experience (kids ages 4–12), enjoy a tour of USA Baseball’s Executive Offices, and participate in a special on-field experience during the National Anthem, weather permitting. The evening includes a ballpark concessions dinner and access to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp Stars vs. Stripes game, weather permitting. CaryVan guests will also receive access to all three Stars vs. Stripes games at the USA Baseball National Training Complex on July 1, 2, and 3 with their CaryVan lanyard.

Inside the Action: CaryVan Family Adventure at WakeMed Soccer Park

August 22| 6– 9 p.m. | Age 6 & up | $65(R) $85(NR)|EVEN0035-013

Join us for a VIP evening as the North Carolina Courage take the field at WakeMed Soccer Park! Celebrate Nickelodeon Night with family fun, including a chance to carry the Courage Shield during the National Anthem. Enjoy the match from the CaryVan group seats, take part in halftime photos, plus post-game player autograph session, fun swag, and a $20 food voucher for concessions.

Registration is required for all CaryVan Family Field Trips on RecTrac. All CaryVan adventure fees are for up to four family members. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

More fun around town this summer with Summer Vibes Music Series and Family Fun Times

Join us for an evening of live music, sweet treats, and cold brews throughout the summer at parks throughout Cary!!  Visit carync.gov/summervibes for more info. 

Want to enjoy more family fun!  Join us for Family Fun Times—exciting events designed to bring families together through fun, engaging, and unique experiences all year long! Visit carync.gov/familyfuntimes for more info.