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  1. Celebrate Black History Month 2026 with Mecklenburg County

    Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is celebrating Black History Month in February with several events that honor the legacy of Black Americans in Mecklenburg County and beyond.
  2. Master Plan Update: Park and Recreation to Host Workshops, Survey for Future Investments

    Mecklenburg County is inviting community members to help shape the future of local parks and recreation.  
  3. Extreme Weather: Update on Mecklenburg County Homeless Shelters, Closures, and Service Changes

    In response to the extreme winter weather and cold temperatures forecasted, activation of extreme weather protocols will begin Saturday evening, Jan. 24, and last at least until the morning of Tuesday, Jan. 27
  4. Get Ready for Fun in the Sun: Summer Camp Registration to Open in February

    The days may be chilly now, but summer will be here before you know it. Make a plan to keep the kids learning, active and healthy over the long summer break.
  5. Park and Recreation Reopens Albemarle Park, Invites Residents to Enjoy Renovations and New Amenities

    Mecklenburg County officially reopened Albemarle Park on Thursday, celebrating extensive renovations and investments at the park located in east Charlotte. Community members are invited to visit Albemarle Park and enjoy its new amenities.  
  6. A New Chapter: Mecklenburg County Breaks Ground on Eastland Park

    Mecklenburg County marked the beginning of a new chapter in the story of Eastland on Thursday, with a groundbreaking for the new Eastland Park. Construction began in the fall of 2025, and the new park is expected to be completed in the spring of 2027.
  7. Plan Your Next Play: Youth Basketball Registration Opens Oct. 1

    Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation will open registration for its 2025-2026 youth basketball league in October. Teams are available across the county to young players of all skill levels.
  8. MeckRoots: Park and Recreation to Host Book Talks, Genealogy Workshops, History Presentations

    This fall, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is offering residents several opportunities to understand local history and to learn how to collect and tell their own histories and stories.
  9. Ramsey Creek Beach Closed Aug. 8-10

    Mecklenburg County’s Ramsey Creek Beach will be closed Aug. 8-10 due to elevated bacteria levels. 
  10. Extreme Heat: Residents Urged to Take Precautions to Avoid Heat-related Illness

    With extreme high temperatures and heat indices expected Friday through Sunday, Charlotte-Mecklenburg government agencies and partners are highlighting services available to assist vulnerable residents during times of extreme heat. Public Health recommends that residents take extra precautions as heat-related illness can be more severe as the body temperature rises: