About the Day

Join Visible People, Inc. for The Horizon — A Community Experience for Healing, Joy, & Collective Wellness on May 23, 2026, from 1 PM to 6 PM at Harvey Hill in Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and the historic legacy of Dorothea Dix’s contributions to mental health reform and humane care, this free family-friendly event is intentionally being held at Dorothea Dix Park — a place deeply connected to North Carolina’s mental health history and transformation.

The Horizon will feature live music, interactive wellness experiences, movement and play activities, local vendors, community connection, and opportunities for reflection, healing, and collective wellness.

Held on the historic grounds of Dorothea Dix Park, this event brings together individuals, families, and organizations in a space designed to promote emotional well-being, joy, and meaningful engagement.

 

Our Invitation

Bring your family.

Bring a friend.

Bring a blanket.

Come eat, play, laugh, and relax with us in the park.

This day is about joy—and you’re invited.

No registration needed.

📍Location: Harvey Hill
📅 Date: May 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 - 6:00 pm
🎟 Admission: Free Open to All 

 

What to Expect

This event will include a variety of activity zones and experiences, such as:

 

A day designed for the whole community, including:

• Wellness and mental health resources

• Community organizations

• Family-friendly activities and engagement

• Yoga and mindfulness experiences

• Interactive stations and creative expression

• Local vendors 

• Music, movement, and connection

 

 

You are free to move through the space at your own pace—participate, observe, rest, or simply enjoy the atmosphere.

 

🌍 HONORING THE SPACE

We gather on the historic grounds of Dorothea Dix Park, honoring the legacy of Dorothea Lynde Dix, a pioneer in mental health reform whose work helped shape more compassionate systems of care.

This event continues that vision by creating spaces where individuals are not only present—but truly connected, valued, and seen.

Volunteer and support event operations

🤝 GET INVOLVED

We welcome community participation in a variety of ways:

• Become a sponsor or partner

• Host a resource table or activity

• Volunteer

• Provide donations

💛 WHY THIS EVENT MATTERS

In a time where many individuals and families experience stress, disconnection, and limited access to supportive spaces, this event serves as an opportunity to come together in a way that is uplifting, inclusive, and meaningful.