Now until May 10, you can purchase these green garden tools at below-wholesale costs! Bins and barrels come with guidebooks to help you divert waste, make your own compost, collect rainwater, and build a more sustainable future.
Public Comment Period: Draft 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan and Draft CDBG Citizen Participation Plan
Cary’s draft 2026–2027 Annual Action Plan and proposed updates to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Citizen Participation Plan are now available for public review. These plans guide how federal and local housing funds are invested in our community, and your input matters. Review the drafts and share your comments here by April 30. Learn more about Cary Housing and Community Partnerships at housing.carync.gov.
Camp Ignite Applications Open
This free, weeklong summer day camp for North Carolina girls ages 14 – 18 offers hands-on firefighting activities, mentorship, and leadership development with Cary, Apex, and Morrisville fire departments. Camp runs July 27–31; apply by May 8. For more information, visit carync.gov/campignite and read our latest news release.
Summer Youth Volleyball Registration
Registration opens April 8 for Cary residents through TeamSideline. Girls’ leagues are open to players ages 10-18 (age as of April 30, 2026). Visit Summer Youth Volleyball for more.
Events & Meetings
Tuesday
Budget Open House
Cary Senior Center, 3 p.m. Stop by to learn about Cary's budget process and the services your taxes and fees pay for, and to offer your priorities for FY2027. The open house will be live-streamed with a budget presentation repeating throughout the night. For more, visit carync.gov/budget.
Wednesday
Film: Wuthering Heights (R)
The Cary Theater, 2 p.m. A bold and original interpretation of one of the greatest love stories of all time, Emerald Fennell’s "Wuthering Heights" stars Margot Robbie as Cathy and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, whose forbidden passion for one another turns from romantic to intoxicating in an epic tale of lust, love, and madness. Tickets and information.
Historic Preservation Commission
Cary Town Hall, 6:30 p.m. Information is available on the calendar.
Film: Midwinter Break (PG-13)
The Cary Theater, 7 p.m. "Midwinter Break" is a stirring meditation on faith, commitment, and the enduring power of love, as a longtime couple takes a life-changing trip to Amsterdam. Tickets and information.
Thursday
Live at Lunch with Zach Burrus
Downtown Cary Park’s Academy Pavilion, 11:30 p.m. Spend your lunch break at the Park, enjoying live musical performances. Live music will be performed by Zach Burrus on Academy Plaza. Zach performs popular rock and pop favorites with a lively style that keeps audiences singing along. Grab lunch from home, from Market 317, or any of Cary’s great downtown dining options. Learn more.
Live Event: Thursday Night Music Club - Emily Scott Robinson
The Cary Theater, 7:30 p.m. Emily will share the stories behind the music, her creative journey, and the inspirations that shaped her new album. Tickets and information.
Friday
Film: Ghost Elephants (NR)
The Cary Theater, 2 p.m. For over a decade, Dr. Steve Boyes, conservation biologist and National Geographic Explorer, has been searching for a mysterious, elusive herd of Ghost Elephants in the highlands of Angola, deep within its forests. From acclaimed director Werner Herzog (“Grizzly Man”), "Ghost Elephants" follows Boyes on an epic journey as he sets out with some of the world's best master trackers in pursuit of an animal long believed to be a myth. Tickets and information.
Downtown Cary Park’s Great Lawn Pavilion, 6 p.m. As a tasty lead-up to Saturday’s Pimento Cheese Festival, join us for a magical screening of "The Princess and the Frog". A prince is transformed into a frog and accidentally curses a beautiful princess with an amphibious form when he kisses her, in an attempt to break the spell set on him. The two then go on a wild journey through the bayous of Louisiana in hopes of finding a voodoo priestess who may be able to restore their true forms. Come early to enjoy pre-screening activities for all ages, making it a fun night out for everyone. Grab your cushions, blankets, and chairs for ultimate comfort as you settle in to enjoy the film. Food trucks will also be on site. Learn more.
Cary Players Presents Deathtrap
Cary Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. Comfortably ensconced in his charming Connecticut home, Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, is struggling to overcome a dry spell that has resulted in a string of failures and a shortage of funds. A possible break in his fortunes comes when he receives a script from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college — a thriller that Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential Broadway smash. Sidney’s plan, devised with his wife’s help, is to offer the student co-credit. Or is it? Tickets and information.
Film: This is Spinal Tap (R)
The Cary Theater, 8 p.m. In April, The Cary is spotlighting the incredible work of director Rob Reiner. "This is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its complicated history of ups and downs, gold albums, name changes and undersold concert dates, along with the full host of requisite groupies, promoters, hangers-on and historians, sessions, release events and those special behind-the-scenes moments that keep it all real. Tickets and information.
Saturday
Cary Farmers Market
Downtown Cary Park, 8 a.m. Join the Cary Farmers Market at its location on Park Street next to Downtown Cary Park! Each Saturday, 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 the market's website or visit their Facebook and Instagram pages for weekly information.
Celebration of Davis Drive Park
Davis Drive Park, 10 a.m. Join us for the Triangle Inclusive Playground Series as we celebrate Davis Drive Park. Fun, free family entertainment as you explore, include, and play! More information.
Pimento Cheese Festival 2026
Downtown Cary Park, 11 a.m. Pimento cheese is a Southern delicacy worth celebrating. The nation’s premier festival dedicated to pimento cheese is once again taking over the Park. Vendors will be serving up inventive, delicious pimento cheese-infused creations. Past offerings have included pimento cheese-infused ice cream, egg rolls, empanadas, and more. Learn more.
The Cary Theater, 5 p.m. In April, The Cary is spotlighting the incredible work of director Rob Reiner. In a small woodsy Oregon town, a group of friends is in search of a missing teenager’s body. Wanting to be heroes in each other’s and their hometown’s eyes, they set out on an unforgettable two-day trek that turns into an odyssey of self-discovery. Tickets and information.
Downtown Cary Park’s Gathering House, 2 p.m. Find the missing piece of your day at our drop-in puzzle program featuring a lively swap meet. Bring your favorite puzzles, trade with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy a casual day of collaborative problem-solving and camaraderie. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover new challenges, share your passion for puzzles, and connect with like-minded individuals in a fun and relaxed family-friendly setting. Learn more.
Human Relations, Inclusion, and Diversity Advisory Board
Cary Town Hall, 6 p.m. Information available on the calendar.
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