I know Halloween just passed, but I am so very excited for the holidays! Local businesses are already starting to get in the spirit with festive events—and I’m here for it. Don’t worry though, I didn’t forget about Thanksgiving! … Without further ado, here’s your Friday Five!
But First… Our Ham Jam Giveaway Has Returned! 🐷
Nothing lets you know it’s the holidays like the line of cars queued up for their holiday ham at local Honey Baked Ham stores. It’s tradition! It’s also become tradition for our fave local real estate agents, Ryan Boone and Annie Meadows of Hudson Residential, to treat one lucky Raleigh Weekend winner to a $50 The Honey Baked Ham Company gift card. Fill in your details at the link for a chance to win!
Have a Ball + Support a Family in Need
There’s still time to get tickets to Mulino’s 2022 Turkey Ball! 🦃 For just $45 you can sponsor a local family in need’s Thanksgiving turkey and attend Mulino’s Turkey Ball on Thursday, Nov. 17, which will feature heavy passed hors d’oeuvres of Italian favorites and one drink ticket.
Get Tickets to Killjoy’s Whiskey + Tapas Tasting 🥃
Killjoy is rolling out its new seasonal tapas menu with a whiskey tasting led by Kelly Murphy of Southern Glazer’s on Thursday, Nov. 17! Four featured whiskeys—including two picks from Jim Beam, Cathead’s Old Soul, and Limestone Branch’s Yellowstone—will each be paired with a preview of Killjoy’s new menu selections. So neat!
A Spirited Experience 🎅
Get in the Christmas spirit through St. Nick’s Christmas House, a pop-up by House of Art that opens on Saturday, Nov. 12! The nontraditional Christmas experience features festive decor, music, drinks, treats, and events. Oh, joy!
Let’s Go Wolfpack! 🐺
When I say wolf, you say Pack! Saturday, Nov. 12, is the last NC State home game of the season. Watch as they take on Boston College either at Carter-Finley or at your fave local sports bar! #WITH
Vote for Your Favorite Raleigh Bars!
Raleigh Magazine has kicked off voting for its annual Best Bars Awards! Cast your vote for your faves in categories like Best Cocktail Bar, Best Restaurant Bar, Best Speakeasy Bar, and more—as well as your fave local bartender—by Dec. 15! 🍸🥃🍷
Friday Five: Spook Up Some Fun This Halloween Weekend!
Halloween is on Monday, which means local businesses are hosting fang-tastic events all over town this weekend. Get in the spooky spirit via spirited parties, concerts, races, and more. Tricks or it didn’t happen!