Looking for fun things to do in Raleigh this weekend? This weekly update, hand crafted by us, will help you plan for memorable moments with your friends, family, or even just by yourself. The Chinese Lantern Festival opened on the weekend in a magical and mystical way! It continues now for you until Jan 11,

The busy Holiday season can get overwhelming, so if you’re looking for a day out where you can experience the joy of the season without the crowds, why not head for a Christmassy day trip in Johnston County (JoCo)? Johnson County brings an element of fun to the shopping mundane with some Christmas bargains, unique

It’s the Holiday season, which means Raleigh is welcoming back its festive pop-up bars that promise to make your celebrations unforgettable. It’s the time of year where rooftop cocktail bars and beloved taverns decorate their halls with more than just bells and holly – expect giant inflatable santas, fake snow, twinkling lights, and photo ops

When we asked our This is Raleigh community where to find the best chicken salad in town, the responses came flooding in — and the passion was real. Some like it savory with dill and celery, others sweet with relish or grapes, but everyone agrees chicken salad is a Southern staple that deserves respect. Whether

It’s that time of year again – a time to be amazed by the dazzling lights of the 10th annual North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival in Cary. From November 15th until January 11th, the Koka Booth Amphitheatre will be illuminated by thousands of LED lights and strobe lighting, creating a mesmerizing spectacle and sensory overload.

‘Tis the season to be dazzled. As the air turns crisp and the holiday spirit fills the air, Raleigh and its neighboring areas and counties transform into a magical wonderland of twinkling lights and festive cheer. Join us on a luminous journey as we unveil the best Christmas light displays in and around Raleigh for

If you’re looking for a fun and easy local adventure that’s different from the usual weekend drive, hop on the train and spend the day in Selma. Just 30-minutes from Raleigh, this historic Johnston County town has quietly transformed into a cool, creative small town with vintage shops, tea-infused cocktails, and friendly locals. But what

North Carolina doesn’t just deck the halls for the holidays, it smothers them! It seems that every small town has its lampposts and shop windows wrapped in twinkling lights, and coastal towns are filled with merriment and Southern hospitality. When December rolls in, the chaos of Christmas shopping and finalising business endeavours before the end of

‘Tis that time of the year again! Grab ya Christmas list and pack your merry and bright spirits y’all because Raleigh offers a vibrant and diverse shopping experience during the holiday season! As you hop between stores, Raleigh’s streets twinkle beneath Christmas lights and the malls become ribbon-wrapped and sparkly. It’s the best time of

It’s time to start your Christmas shopping – I know, it’s the most stressful time of the year! I know shopping for holiday gifts can be overwhelming, especially when you want to show someone you truly care this holiday season, but fortunately you don’t have to wander too far in the City of Oaks to