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DURHAM, NC · THURSDAY, JANUARY 1, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Community Free Play Basketball Sherwood Park

Durham Parks and Recreation will offer free Community Open Play on our outdoor basketball courts.

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A wooden gym floor with a basketball and hoop, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Sherwood Park

About the event

Durham Parks and Recreation will offer free Community Open Play on our outdoor basketball courts. The Community Open Play is designed to give free court access to all individuals and families and should be limited to 1 hour while others are waiting. Courts are available first come first serve. You will have the ability to turn lights on via a push button/ switch or lights are set by satellite.

Note: Public court time can be used for DPR programming and tournament rentals if needed.

Ages: All ages,

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