Enjoy Dix Park!
- Dix Park is open from dawn until dusk, seven days a week. Facility hours vary.
- On weekdays, visitors should only use public parking areas.
- Dogs must be kept on-leash unless inside the Dog Park.
- Keep the park clean and green – dispose of all trash or take it with you.
Please Be Mindful
- Over 900 people are buried at the historic hospital cemetery – please be respectful.
- NC DHHS administrative headquarters are located on park grounds.
- On weekdays 6am – 5pm, do not park in spaces labeled NC DHHS Parking Only.
- On weekdays after 5pm and weekends, all lots are available for public parking.
Drones & Model Rockets
- Drones are welcome in the Big Field only.
- Model Rocketry is permitted on the Big Field only.
- Please refer to the City of Raleigh's Unmanned Aerial Systems (Drones) Guidelines in Raleigh Parks webpage for more information.
Professional Photography
Professional photographers are welcome to have photo shoots/sessions with clients at Dix Park, however, a Raleigh Parks commercial photography permit is required. This is a one year permit and covers all City of Raleigh Parks. To apply for the permit, please contact Jennie Saponaro at 919-996-4905 or jennie.saponaro@raleighnc.gov.
Commercial filming must be coordinated with Dix Park Staff. Contact us at events@dixpark.org to discuss your commercial filming project.
Park Rules Prohibit
- Weapons of any kind
- Off-leash dogs & not properly disposing of dog waste
- Littering
- Alcohol use, except by permit
- Smoking & vaping
- Open flames, except in provided grills
- Fireworks
- Camping
- Drug use
- Commercial activity, except by permit
- Disturbing plants & wildlife
- Digging, excavating or removing park property
Questions?
Contact Dix Park Staff at 919-996-3255 or info@dixpark.org