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About LGSR’s Adult Recess Festival

Let's Get Social Raleigh's Adult Recess Festival is America's only festival that blends the therapeutic power of play, wellness, and economic support for Black-owned businesses and creatives, offering a transformative experience for adults seeking both fun, connection, and self-care. This adult only, fun-filled, laugh out loud in real life event allows to take a much-deserved break from the demands of work, family, and responsibilities, and reconnect with the carefree energy we once had. It's also a part of a powerful and purposeful mission to shift the conversation around adult well-being and community engagement and how play is essential to our emotional, physical, and mental well-being, creativity, and community. PLUS, it gives us permission to let our inner child out and embrace the joy we so often push aside. 

 

 Whether you're dancing, playing games, or just relaxing in the shade watching the fun unfold, the festival reminds us that play is essential for our mental and physical well-being. At the Adult Recess Festival, we embrace the idea that reconnecting with joy helps us live more authentically - because we ALL need a little play to thrive.

Positive Impact Made
in Raleigh

Since our first festival in July 2023, the festival has generated over $18,000 in revenue during our annual four-hour event for local Black-owned businesses and has drawn national attention as people traveled from around the country to attend. The impact of the Adult Recess Festival extends far beyond the weekend, leaving a lasting impression on Raleigh that resonates throughout the year, contributing to a healthier, more connected community while boosting tourism and the local economy.

From a food truck rodeo and unique shopping with local Black-owned vendors to exciting games and lively connections, this festival has something for everyone. Don’t worry about coming alone—you’ll meet plenty of amazing people who are all here to vibe, connect, and reclaim their joy. It’s a space to embrace who you are, free from titles or pressures, and have fun with intention.

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Adult Recess Festival Stay & Play Package

We’ve partnered with hotels in downtown Raleigh to offer a discounted rate to Adult Recess Festival attendees. The hotels are located in the heart of downtown, walkable to Adult Recess Festival and all of the festival events happening that weekend as well as local restaurants, attractions, and bars.

FAQ

  • Are children allowed?
    No. This is a 21+ event.
  • Will the festival have a theme?
    YES! This year, we are hosting a BYOPool Party Themed Contest! If you’d like to be entered, bring your private kiddie pool and decorate your setup! We will have a designated area for those who’d like to enter the competition. We will have a water source to help fill your pool!
  • What time does the event start?
    2PM – Feel free to arrive as early as 1pm to set up your area.
  • Can you recommend a nearby hotel?
    YES! We’ve partnered with XX to get you a great room rate! Book your room here:
  • Will there be vendors?
    Yes! We will have delectable 10 food vendors (Vegan options included) and 10 unique retail and service vendors.
  • What can I bring to the event?
    free to bring tents (no stakes), lawn chairs, blankets, picnic baskets, coolers (no alcoholic beverages), your own games.
  • Can I make a donation to the grassroots organization?
    Yes and THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! Your donation helps to support this event and other FREE events throughout the year. We have 2 FREE huge events each year. The festival and a community cookout. We love hosting both of them and your donation will help offset the cost associated with putting on the event! Donate here: www.paypal.me/lgsraleigh or www.cash.app/lgsraleigh
  • How can I become a vendor?
    Fill out this form and you will be contacted in regards to next steps: https://forms.gle/B31Rm7hcANbodbRv6

Games & Activities

  • Co-Ed Kickball

  • Co-Ed Dodgeball

  • Arts & Crafts Tent | Sidewalk Art

  • Line Dancing

  • Hide & Go Seek

  • Giant Yard Games

  • Food Truck Rodeo

  • Co-Ed Flag Football

  • Co-Ed Shark Attack

  • Double Dutch

  • Water Gun Fight

  • Tag

  • Hop Scotch

  • Retail Vendors

  • Co-Ed Frisbee

  • Tug O War

  • Musical Chairs

  • Trivia, Card, Poker, Board Games

  • Cornhole

  • Ping Pong

  • Service & Community Resource Vendors

  • Co-Ed Beach Volleyball

  • Parachute

  • Group Karaoke

  • Limbo

  • Sack Race

  • Axe Throwing  & MANY OTHER ACTIVITIES!

  • LIVE DJ

Vendors

Disclaimers

This event is FREE to the public but your donations & sponsorships are greatly appreciated! All monies from this community event helps to support our mission of creating safe spaces for folks to come✌🏾gether to restore belonging & connectedness into communities across the Carolinas!

 

ALL GUEST ACKNOWLEDGES THAT ANY INJURIES, LOSSES, OR DAMAGES THAT THEY MAY INCUR ON THE PREMISES ARE THEIR RESPONSIBILITY. LET'S GET SOCIAL RALEIGH, IT'S VOLUNTEERS, HOSTS, PARTNERS OR ANYONE ELSE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES, INJURIES, OR DAMAGES THAT MAY OCCUR ON OR NEAR THE PREMISES

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