Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Events

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department sponsors several activities throughout the year including Peak Fest and the annual Turkey Trot 5k. Please visit their department for more information.

Historic Downtown Apex
Downtown Apex, considered one of the most intact turn-of-the-century railroad towns in the area, received official designation as a Historic District in 1994. The Downtown Historic District has commercial/residential buildings dating back to the late 1800's which represent a large variety of architectural styles. Many buildings are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Apex train depot, built sometime between 1867 and 1873, is designated as a Wake County landmark. The depot location marked the highest point on the old Chatham Railroad. An old caboose has been added to the site and serves as a historical museum. For information about a walking tour highlighting the Historic Downtown District, contact the Apex Historical Society.

New Hope Valley Railway
This delightful train ride and museum are located 10 minutes from Apex on Old US 1 in Bonsal. Train rides are available every hour on the hour from noon to 4:00pm on the first Sunday of each month, from May through December. For more information and charges call (919) 362-5416.

Christmas Parade
The Apex Rotary Club sponsors an annual Christmas parade the first Saturday in December. This parade features bands from area schools, floats sponsored by local merchants, scout troops, antique cars, majorettes and Santa Claus.

Historic Homes Tour
Annually on the first Sunday in December there is a Christmas Historic Home Tour in the downtown area. For additional information, contact the Apex Historical Society.