Remember that one time five high school students met in Saturday detention and discovered they had a great deal more in common than they thought? If not, obviously you were not raised in the 80’s! The Breakfast Club (80’s Party Band) returns to Lincoln Theatre on Friday, Jan. 26. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the opening band starts at 8 p.m. So gear up for a rockin’ trip down memory lane and get your tickets today!
PSA: Valentine’s Day Is February 14!
With this special day on the horizon, I am here to save you from the last-minute gift-giving panic. Whether you’re on a mission to find the perfect present for your special someone or just want an excuse to spoil yourself (no judgment, self-love is important!), the Lover’s Lane Pop-Up Market has got your back. Swing by Boxcar Bar + Arcade on Saturday, Jan. 27, from noon to 5 p.m. to snag sweet deals from local vendors who will set up shop in the bar and patio. Nothing says love like supporting local businesses and finding a gift that screams, “You’re awesome, and so am I!”
Cheers to Three Years!
While this gem is technically in Zebulon, the drive is a small price to pay for the festivities awaiting you at the Olde Raleigh Distillery’s Three-Year Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 27. Drop in any time between noon and 4 p.m. to savor mouthwatering barbecue from the Southern Q BBQ food truck, complemented by a lively performance from the Wake and District Pipe Band at 3 p.m. Plus, seize the chance to bottle your own bourbon—an opportunity too good to pass up. This will be bourbon from the second half of their batch 12 and the cost is just the cost of the bottle! So round up your roll dogs, because this celebration promises a winning combo of barbecue and bourbon!
Like a Fine Wine, a Beard Only Gets Better With Age!
Prepare for facial hair glory at the Oak City Beard Showdown, happening at Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson on Jan. 27, from noon to 3:30 p.m. Hosted by the one and only Mister Pompadour, this shindig guarantees an afternoon more electrifying than a hair-raising guitar solo. Live music will be jamming, and vendors will be strutting their stuff–because why should beards have all the fun?! If your facial fuzz is a force to be reckoned with, step up and enter the showdown. May the mightiest beard reign supreme!
Ready To Go over the Rainbow?! 🌈
Dorthy Gale is making her way back to the big screen to celebrate the 85th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz. This classic film will be shown at various movie theatre locations throughout the Triangle on Jan. 28, 29, and 31. Ticket prices and screen times vary, so click your heels three times and get your tickets today.
‘Tis the Season, and Guess Who’s Ready for Christmas?
Well, sort of! Confession time: I’m the Christmas Eve shopper who makes procrastination an art form. But fear not, I’ve decided to sprinkle some holiday cheer into my weekend because, let’s face it, Raleigh is the gift that keeps on giving this time of year! So grab your eggnog, sit back, and brace yourself for a Friday Five that’s about to sleigh!
But First…Let’s Find Some Balance for the New Year!
‘Tis the season of generosity, and we’ve got an extraordinary gift reserved exclusively for one lucky Raleigh Weekend reader. Dive into the excitement for a chance to snag a $30 gift card to Arrichion Hot Yoga! Don’t miss the golden opportunity to immerse yourself in the warmth with Arrichion’s phenomenal new client deal: enjoy 20 days of unlimited classes for only $30!
Friendly Reminder: During Christmas, Calories Take a Holiday!
THE DESSERTERY has officially made it to the nice list for this festive extravaganza. Envision a winter wonderland with lavish holiday decor, an endless array of sugary delights, and enough hot cocoa to make even the Grinch question his life choices. Count me in! But here’s the scoop—this weekend is your final shot at indulging in this sweet symphony, so snatch up those tickets before they vanish like a plate of cookies at Santa’s workshop!