Downtown Greenway - Greensboro, NC

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Downtown Greenway - Greensboro, NC Downtown Greensboro's 4-mile multi-use trail loop, connecting people, spaces, history, art and more!

Fall is the perfect time to hit the trail, and this beginner-friendly program is designed to help you take the first ste...
10/14/2026

Fall is the perfect time to hit the trail, and this beginner-friendly program is designed to help you take the first step. Take it to the Trails: Backpacking Basics introduces the world of backpacking in a fun, relaxed, and supportive environment. Join us Wednesday, October 21st from 5:00 pm- 6:30 pm at Cairn's Course (501 Guilford Avenue) to dive into the basics of backpacking. All experience levels welcome!

Register now at https://tinyurl.com/DGtrails

When trick-or-treating includes a meet-and-greet...you get Meet and Treat! Come out and meet your favorite local mascots...
10/11/2026

When trick-or-treating includes a meet-and-greet...you get Meet and Treat! Come out and meet your favorite local mascots, collect treats, and enjoy a fun-filled adventure along the greenway. Costumes are encouraged! The event will take place on Sunday, October 18, from 4-6 pm, at Cairns Course, located at 501 Guilford Avenue!

Reflect on the beauty of nature and use your senses to guide you, as you remark on what's around you while Nature Journa...
10/07/2026

Reflect on the beauty of nature and use your senses to guide you, as you remark on what's around you while Nature Journaling. Join us Wednesday, October 14th from 5:30-7pm. A notebook and other materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own supplies if you'd like! Parking is located along Prescott Street.

Register now at https://tinyurl.com/greenwayjournaling

Open Mic Night returns to the Downtown Greenway on Sunday, October 11 from 5-7 pm at S. Elm Street & Carolyn Coleman Way...
10/04/2026

Open Mic Night returns to the Downtown Greenway on Sunday, October 11 from 5-7 pm at S. Elm Street & Carolyn Coleman Way! We invite artists and performers of all kinds to take the stage and share their talents with the community! From soulful songs and spoken word poetry to live music and creative expression, this is a welcoming space to perform, connect, and be inspired. Come celebrate local talent and enjoy an evening filled with creativity along the Greenway!

Register now! https://tinyurl.com/DGopenmicnight

Join us Saturday, October 10th at Lofi Park for Art Battle: Fusion on the Greenway! This event brings creativity to life...
10/03/2026

Join us Saturday, October 10th at Lofi Park for Art Battle: Fusion on the Greenway! This event brings creativity to life as talented artists go head-to-head in live painting battles! Watch masterpieces unfold in real time while a live DJ sets the vibe for an exciting, high-energy atmosphere.

Enjoy the experience, explore each artwork up close, and cast your vote for your favorite piece as the crowd decides the winner. A celebration of art, music, and community you don’t want to miss!

Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/DGartbattle

Join us Wednesday, October 7 from 5:30-6:30 pm, at Morehead Park Trailhead for Easy Fix: Furniture 101! A hands-on works...
09/30/2026

Join us Wednesday, October 7 from 5:30-6:30 pm, at Morehead Park Trailhead for Easy Fix: Furniture 101! A hands-on workshop where you’ll learn simple, practical ways to repair and refresh furniture. Discover which tools and materials work best for common fixes like loose joints, scratches, and surface touch-ups. Led by Forge Greensboro artist Spain Hines, this session is perfect for beginners looking to build confidence in basic furniture repair and creative restoration skills. Bring your curiosity and get ready to make old pieces feel new again!

Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/DGfixit

Curious about what is flying overhead? Join the Piedmont Bird Club for a leisurely walk through Western Branch on the Do...
09/28/2026

Curious about what is flying overhead? Join the Piedmont Bird Club for a leisurely walk through Western Branch on the Downtown Greenway to learn all about the basics of birding on Monday, October 5 from 5:30-7 pm.

Please arrive to 501 Guilford Ave. a few minutes before the scheduled start time, and be sure to wear comfortable walking attire and footwear. We recommend dressing in layers, wearing a hat or sunscreen, and bringing a water bottle. Bring a notepad and pencil, and any binoculars or birding scopes that you may have; some will be available on-site for use. The are NO PUBLIC RESTROOMS available at this site. Please do not bring your dog(s).

Register now at https://tinyurl.com/DGbird26

Join us for a walk along the Greenway with the SPCA Saturday, October 3 from 9-11 am! The SPCA is a local animal rescue ...
09/26/2026

Join us for a walk along the Greenway with the SPCA Saturday, October 3 from 9-11 am! The SPCA is a local animal rescue non-profit dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of abused, neglected, and injured animals. Individuals will have a dog that they can walk along the greenway to socialize them and get their energy out in a positive way! The hike will consist of only about 1-2 miles and begin at the Freedom Cornerstone.

Register now! https://tinyurl.com/DGspcawalks

Join us Friday, October 2 from 4:30-6 pm for Pumpkin Paint Party! A festive, hands-on creative experience where guests c...
09/25/2026

Join us Friday, October 2 from 4:30-6 pm for Pumpkin Paint Party! A festive, hands-on creative experience where guests can design and decorate their own pumpkins using paint, patterns, and imagination! Hot c***r and cookies will be provided. Join us at Morehead Park Trailhead located at 475 Spring Garden Street.

Perfect for all ages, this fun community event brings together art, creativity, and Halloween spirit for a colorful celebration of the season.

We are so excited for this weekends DOWNTOWN GREENWAY RUN & BLOCK PARTY!This year marks the first year the greenway is C...
09/25/2026

We are so excited for this weekends DOWNTOWN GREENWAY RUN & BLOCK PARTY!

This year marks the first year the greenway is COMPLETED and event participants get to enjoy the entire downtown greenway before celebrated at the famed block party!

The weather is going to be amazing and registration is still open!

Register here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Greensboro/Run4theDowntownGreenway

The full event takes place between 4-8 pm, and the schedule is packed full of fun! Our official event welcome will start at 4 pm. We will have our first group warm-up at 4:15 pm, before the 1-mile fun run/walk/stroll begins at 4:30 pm. There will be another group warm-up at 4:45 pm, before the 4-mile timed event begins at 5:00 pm. Then stick around until 8 pm and enjoy the block party fun afterwards!

The block party is centered around the Morehead Park Trailhead and extends along Spring Garden Street. There will be delicious food to purchase from several local food trucks, a DJ and more. The fun continues with tailgate-style games to play, children's activities, face painting, sponsor tents with giveaways, local vendor booths to visit, prize drawings and more! Don't miss the fun and register for the run - we'll see you on the Downtown Greenway with your friends, family, kids, or dogs.

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Greensboro, NC
27401

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Monday 5am - 11pm
Tuesday 5am - 11pm
Wednesday 5am - 11pm
Thursday 5am - 11pm
Friday 5am - 11pm
Saturday 5am - 11pm
Sunday 5am - 11pm

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