Spring BreakOUT!
Ahoy, mateys! Set sail for a swashbuckling adventure at our Pirate-Themed Spring BreakOUT, where Downtown Cary Park will transform into a lively port full of treasure, music, and mischief. Young buccaneers can search for hidden loot in a park-wide treasure hunt, build and play in the arena, create pirate crafts at the Art Cart, and even discover their very own pirate name. Meet Captain Blackbeard and his crew at their interactive encampment, catch roaming performances from Pirates of the Piedmont, and cheer on daring (and hilarious!) comedy sword-fighting shows. Keep an eye out for roaming pirates, magical mermaids at the fountain, and a spirited youth costume contest and parade. With face painting, tattoos, tasty eats, and sweet treats along the way, it’s a day fit for the bravest scallywags on the high seas!
Please note that, depending on crowds, face painting and meet-and-greet lines may close 30–60 minutes early to wrap up by 4 p.m.
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Imagination Blocks and Lawn Games in Park St Arena
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Art Cart and Pirate Naming Station in Academy Pavilion
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Academy Plaza:
- Treasure Hunt
- Tattoo Booth
- Face Painting from Free Spirited Artistry on Academy Plaza
- *Fees apply
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Interactive Pirate Encampment with Captain Blackbeard and his Pirate Crew on Frantz Square Lawn
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Roaming Entertainers:
- Pirates from the Shadow Players Combat Group
- ‘Seafaring’ tunes from Pirates of the Piedmont
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Meet & Greets with Mermaids at the Fountain on Frantz Square Plaza
- 10:30 – 10:50 a.m.: Performance by the Pirates of the Piedmont on Frantz Square Lawn
- 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Geluna Gelato Cart on Frantz Square Plaza
- 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Comedy Sword Fighting Show from the Shadow Players Stage Combat Group on Frantz Square Lawn
- 12 p.m.: Youth Costume Contest and Parade on Frantz Square Lawn
- 12 – 4 p.m.: Food Trucks (Not Just a Fry Guy and Munchilove) at Park St Courts
- 2 – 2:30 p.m.: Comedy Sword Fighting Show from the Shadow Players Stage Combat Group on Frantz Square Lawn
- 3:15 – 3:35 p.m.: Performance by the Pirates of the Piedmont on Frantz Square Lawn
Know Before You Go
- This is NOT a drop off event. Parents and guardians must stay with their child the entire time.
- This event is free and open to the public; food and select optional activities, such as face painting, will be available for purchase.
- This event is suitable for all ages.
Inclusion Services
Downtown Cary Park strives to provide a positive experience for all guests. Our goal is to accommodate you and meet your individual needs. Please fill out the event accessibility form here and a staff member will be in contact with you.