Raleigh Wide Open: Music, Food & Fun in Every Corner 🎶

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Mark your calendar: Raleigh Wide Open takes over downtown October 3–4, and you won’t want to miss it. Expect stages tucked into every corner, filling the air with bluegrass, gospel, folk, Americana—and yes, plenty for families, foodies, and anyone who loves a free good time. Want the full lineup? Click here and prepare your schedule accordingly.

This isn’t sponsored. We just think two free days of live music and downtown energy is too good not to shout about. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).

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Raleigh Overtime:

🍴 FOODIE FIND: The Crunkleton’s Caesar Salad is a classic dinner companion, elevated at The Crunkleton with bacon crisps, capers, Parmesan, and a poached egg.

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🛍️ GARAGE SALE: Head over to Traditions at Wake Forest on October 4 at 8AM for a huge community-wide event with items of all kinds and sales spread throughout the neighborhood. More details here →

📝 LOCAL CLASS: Funky Floral Class! 80's Extravaganza! at Forest Hills Florist on September 30 at 5:30PM. 
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🌳 Golden Years Gatherings

Handpicked social, cultural, and community events especially for Raleigh’s older adults.

👋 Event of the day: Guys and Dolls Sr. @ Raleigh Little Theatre | October 7-10 | 2PM
Dancing Man Productions and Raleigh Little Theatre present Guys and Dolls Sr., featuring performers and crew ages 55+ and celebrating the talent and creativity of the senior community. Get details here →

💲 Senior Discount of the Day: Golden Corral | Early Bird Senior Special
Golden Corral offers an Early Bird Senior Special with discounted buffet pricing during select hours.

Local Vocals:

🎸 This Week: The Dan Davis Group | Jazz
The Dan Davis Group brings a smoky, soulful jazz organ trio sound infused with New Orleans soul-jazz, funk, R&B, and Latin grooves.* | Slim's Dive Bar | October 3, 9PM

🎤 Plan Ahead: Rascal Flatts | Country
Rascal Flatts are an American country music trio known for their tight harmonies, crossover success, and hits like “Bless the Broken Road” and “Life Is a Highway.” | Lenovo Center | January 15, 7PM | Get tickets here →

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Let’s Get Laughing:

🎤 This Week: Ian Bagg at Raleigh Improv | October 3-4 | Ian Bagg is a Canadian stand-up comedian known for his quick wit, masterful crowd work, and improvisational style that makes every performance unique. Get tickets here →

😂 Plan Ahead: Rickey Smiley at Raleigh Improv | December 4-6 | Rickey Smiley is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and radio host known for his prank phone calls, character comedy, and nationally syndicated Rickey Smiley Morning Show. Get tickets here →

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Curated social events without an emphasis on alcohol or romance:

👋 Bingo Night @ DSSOLVR Durham | October 1 | 7PM
DSSOLVR Durham Bingo Night offers free-to-play games, quirky prizes, and cold beer, with the fun kicking off at 7PM. Get details here →

🤝 Knit One ~ Crochet, Too! @ Cary Regional Library | October 2 | 2:30PM
Knit One ~ Crochet, Too! is a monthly social gathering for needlework enthusiasts, held the first Thursday of each month, with experienced crafters available to offer help. Get details here →

Raleigh Hidden Gem:

Blind Barbour has that speakeasy vibe without trying too hard—tucked-away cocktails, a neighborhood feel, and bartenders who actually remember your name.

—Jess, a longtime reader

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