Could your fall wardrobe use a refresh? You’re in luck, as we have partnered with Vivian’s Denim + Bar to give away a $50 gift certificate! Stock up on jeans, sweaters, dresses, bags, and more—plus home items like candles (a necessity for fall!). Treat yo’self and enter to win!
Boot, Scoot, and Boogie at IBMA Bluegrass Live! 🪕
The largest free urban bluegrass festival in the world is back in Raleigh this weekend (Friday, Sept. 29 to Saturday, Sept. 30)! IBMA Bluegrass Live! features five blocks and six stages of music stretching from Martin Street to the Martin Marietta Energy Center for the Performing Arts, plus street vendors, an art market, and headliners at Red Hat Amphitheater. Jam out!
Prost! It’s Oktoberfest! 🍻
Get your lederhosen and beer steins ready! Lafayette Village’s Oktoberfest celebration is taking place on Saturday, Sept. 30—complete with fall brews, German-inspired foods, live music, and shopping. NTM the annual wiener dog race! RSVP for the chance to win a $100 gift card to your favorite Lafayette Village shop.
But Wait—Summer Ain’t Over Yet 😎
If you’re missing summer vibes already, head to RaleighWrld Summerfest on Saturday, Sept. 30, at Dix Park! Created to promote collaboration, culture, diversity, arts, and entrepreneurship, this fun-filled fest features local vendors, food trucks, and live music. P.S. General admission is free!
Cheers to Dram and Draught Durham’s Two-Year Anniversary 🥃
Venture to Bull City on Saturday, Sept. 30, for Dram and Draught Durham’s two-year anny! The beloved cocktail bar will be celebrating with live music, food, giveaways, and, most importantly, delicious cocktails. Bottoms up!
Secure Your Tix For Creating With Cocktails at Killjoy! 🎨
There are only a few tickets left for Killjoy’s Creating With Cocktails event with local artist Rachel Johanningsmeier on Sunday, Oct. 15. During this three-hour class, Rachel will guide attendees through painting a fun and colorful figurative design—with plenty of built-in beverage breaks, of course! Secure your spot now.
Friday Five: Let the Good Times Roll
It’s the best day of the week! Time to embrace that Friday feelin’ and plan out another fun-filled weekend. Mark your cals for brews, concerts, thrift shopping, brunch, and other activities happening around Raleigh. Without further ado, here’s your Friday five!
But First… Putter Late Than Never 🏌🏻
Time is running out to enter our giveaway this month: a $50 gift card to Dogwood Country Club! This indoor golf venue offers over 200 championship courses from around the world via its state-of-the-art golf simulators, plus delicious food and drinks. It makes for a great outing with friends and/or family—or a unique date night!