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festivals

Pie, Produce & Fall Fun at the Farmers Fall Festival

Sep 14, 2026

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6 min read

Pie, Produce & Fall Fun at the Farmers Fall Festival

Cary Farmers Market is going big for fall with local food, music, makers, and one very messy contest.

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cultural events

Festa Italiana Brings Italian Food & Festivities to Apex

Sep 13, 2026

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6 min read

Festa Italiana Brings Italian Food & Festivities to Apex

Come hungry for an afternoon filled with Italian flavors, entertainment, and a little friendly cannoli competition.

Shannon

cultural events

Dragon Boats & Asian Flavors Take Over Asia Fest

Sep 12, 2026

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6 min read

Dragon Boats & Asian Flavors Take Over Asia Fest

A full day of racing, food, performances, and culture comes to Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

Shannon

Sep 11, 2026

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6 min read

A Taste of Lebanon Comes to Raleigh

Come hungry for a weekend of Lebanese food, music, dancing, and plenty to explore.

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rooftops

Sep 10, 2026

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6 min read

Sip Above the City at 10th & Terrace

A sommelier, a rooftop view, and a few new wines to add to your favorites list.

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local businesses

Shop Local After Hours at Midtown Makers Market

Sep 9, 2026

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6 min read

Shop Local After Hours at Midtown Makers Market

An evening of local finds, live music, and a chance to meet the people making them.

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festivals

Meet 50+ Artists at the Fenton Art Festival

Sep 8, 2026

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6 min read

Meet 50+ Artists at the Fenton Art Festival

Original art, live demonstrations, and plenty of opportunities to make something yourself.

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local businesses

Shop Small at Crooked Hammock’s Summer Send-Off Market

Sep 7, 2026

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6 min read

Shop Small at Crooked Hammock’s Summer Send-Off Market

Local finds, backyard hangs, and one last excuse to linger over a cold drink before summer slips away.

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cocktails

Sip & Learn at Tap Yard’s Rum & Gin Tasting

Sep 6, 2026

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6 min read

Sip & Learn at Tap Yard’s Rum & Gin Tasting

Maison Ferrand brings the spirits—and the stories behind them—to this guided evening in Raleigh.

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family friendly events

Carolina Circus Festival Brings Aerialists & Fire Shows to Downtown Cary Park

Sep 5, 2026

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6 min read

Carolina Circus Festival Brings Aerialists & Fire Shows to Downtown Cary Park

Spend the afternoon watching acrobatics before the festival lights up with LED performances after dark.

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community

Fresh From the Farm, Right in Downtown Raleigh

Sep 4, 2026

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6 min read

Fresh From the Farm, Right in Downtown Raleigh

Pick up locally grown produce while paying what works for your budget.

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festivals

Short Films Take the Spotlight at BEYOND in Cary

Sep 3, 2026

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6 min read

Short Films Take the Spotlight at BEYOND in Cary

Four days of films, filmmakers, and behind-the-scenes conversations come to the historic Cary Theater.

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community

Get a Little Weird at Raleigh Fringe Festival

Sep 2, 2026

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6 min read

Get a Little Weird at Raleigh Fringe Festival

Theatre, performance, and plenty of creative surprises take over Theatre Raleigh Arts Center for three days.

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festivals

Three Days of Music at Hopscotch Festival

Sep 1, 2026

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6 min read

Three Days of Music at Hopscotch Festival

Downtown Raleigh is about to get a whole lot louder—in a good way.

Shannon

rooftops

Take Tea to the Rooftop at 10th & Terrace

Aug 31, 2026

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6 min read

Take Tea to the Rooftop at 10th & Terrace

A leisurely Sunday afternoon with good tea, plenty of treats, and one of the best views in town.

Shannon

family friendly events

Concerts in the Park Returns to Joyner Park

Aug 30, 2026

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6 min read

Concerts in the Park Returns to Joyner Park

ACE Party Band, picnics, and an excellent reason to ignore your phone for a couple of hours.

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entertainment

Hamilton Movie Night on the Great Lawn at Dix Park

Aug 29, 2026

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6 min read

Hamilton Movie Night on the Great Lawn at Dix Park

Broadway’s biggest history lesson is heading outside for its 11th anniversary.

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markets

Raleigh Game & Geek Expo Brings Gaming, Cosplay & Retro Fun Downtown

Aug 28, 2026

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6 min read

Raleigh Game & Geek Expo Brings Gaming, Cosplay & Retro Fun Downtown

Two days of tournaments, celebrity guests, collectibles, and cosplay.

Shannon

family friendly events

Remember the Titans Takes Over Moore Square

Aug 27, 2026

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6 min read

Remember the Titans Takes Over Moore Square

Food trucks, live music, lawn games, and a beloved football classic make First Friday an easy night out.

Shannon

local talent

Music in the Park Brings ’90s and ’00s Hits to Indian Creek Trailhead

Aug 26, 2026

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6 min read

Music in the Park Brings ’90s and ’00s Hits to Indian Creek Trailhead

One last summer Friday with live rock, empanadas, and zero admission fee.

Shannon

rooftops

Industry Night Brings Cocktails and Skyline Views to Raleigh

Aug 25, 2026

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6 min read

Industry Night Brings Cocktails and Skyline Views to Raleigh

The Willard is raising a glass to Raleigh’s hospitality crowd—and everyone’s invited.

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markets

Pay-What-You-Can Farmstand Offers Fresh Produce in Raleigh

Aug 24, 2026

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6 min read

Pay-What-You-Can Farmstand Offers Fresh Produce in Raleigh

Fill your market bag with August produce—and choose what you pay.

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cultural events

The International Festival Brings the World to Raleigh

Aug 23, 2026

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6 min read

The International Festival Brings the World to Raleigh

Global performances, international flavors, and a bazaar—all under one roof.

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rooftops

Brunch & Bubbles Brings a Rooftop Day Party to Raleigh

Aug 22, 2026

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6 min read

Brunch & Bubbles Brings a Rooftop Day Party to Raleigh

Mimosas, a brunch buffet, live DJ, and lawn games for a great Sunday

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rooftops

Bourbon for Beginners Takes Over The Willard Rooftop

Aug 21, 2026

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6 min read

Bourbon for Beginners Takes Over The Willard Rooftop

Three classic cocktails, seasonal bites, and downtown views

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Pie, Produce & Fall Fun at the Farmers Fall Festival

Festa Italiana Brings Italian Food & Festivities to Apex

Dragon Boats & Asian Flavors Take Over Asia Fest

A Taste of Lebanon Comes to Raleigh

Sip Above the City at 10th & Terrace

Shop Local After Hours at Midtown Makers Market

Meet 50+ Artists at the Fenton Art Festival

Shop Small at Crooked Hammock’s Summer Send-Off Market

Sip & Learn at Tap Yard’s Rum & Gin Tasting

Carolina Circus Festival Brings Aerialists & Fire Shows to Downtown Cary Park

Fresh From the Farm, Right in Downtown Raleigh

Short Films Take the Spotlight at BEYOND in Cary

Get a Little Weird at Raleigh Fringe Festival

Three Days of Music at Hopscotch Festival

Take Tea to the Rooftop at 10th & Terrace

Concerts in the Park Returns to Joyner Park

Hamilton Movie Night on the Great Lawn at Dix Park

Raleigh Game & Geek Expo Brings Gaming, Cosplay & Retro Fun Downtown

Remember the Titans Takes Over Moore Square

Music in the Park Brings ’90s and ’00s Hits to Indian Creek Trailhead

Industry Night Brings Cocktails and Skyline Views to Raleigh

Pay-What-You-Can Farmstand Offers Fresh Produce in Raleigh

The International Festival Brings the World to Raleigh

Brunch & Bubbles Brings a Rooftop Day Party to Raleigh

Bourbon for Beginners Takes Over The Willard Rooftop

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