The weather’s heating up, and so are First Friday Market & Movies at Moore Square! Join us on Friday, April 4, at 5 p.m. for an evening of local shopping, delicious eats, and an outdoor screening of the beloved Pixar classic, “WALL-E.” Best part? It’s FREE! Just bring a blanket, your besties, and a love for adorable robots. See you there!
Take me Out to the Ball Game 🐺
This weekend, the NC State Wolfpack baseball team is hosting a three-game series against the Virginia Cavaliers at Doak Field at Dail Park! The games will take place on Friday, April 4, at 6 p.m.; Saturday, April 5, at 3 p.m.; and Sunday, April 6, at 3 p.m. Don’t miss this epic ACC matchup—grab your tickets today and cheer on the Wolfpack as they take on the Cavaliers! Go Pack!
Shop, Sip, and Celebrate One Year in the Alley
Join the celebration as Makers Alley turns one! 🎉 Head to the North Hills Innovation District on Saturday, April 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a carnival-themed event packed with local vendors, food trucks, live music, drinks, and more! It’s the perfect chance to shop unique handcrafted goods, enjoy delicious bites, and connect with a vibrant creative community.
Let’s Groove Tonight ✨
Experience the ultimate R&B celebration at R&B ONLY LIVE as it marks its 10th Anniversary at The Ritz on Saturday, April 5! This DJ-driven event takes you on a nostalgic journey through R&B’s greatest hits and modern favorites, creating an unforgettable night of singing, dancing, and pure vibes. Doors open at 6:45 p.m., and this event is 21+ only. Grab your tickets now and get ready to feel the music!
Get Ready for a Slam-Dunk Spectacle 🏀
The Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their world-famous basketball magic to the Lenovo Center on Sunday, April 6, at 3 p.m.! This action-packed show is filled with dazzling trick shots, jaw-dropping dunks, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Doors open at 2 p.m., so arrive early to grab your seats and enjoy the excitement. Grab your tickets now!
Friday Five: March Into the Weekend 🌸
Happy March, folks! I don’t know about you, but I’m loving the hint of spring in the air and the promise of extra daylight—even if we are losing an hour of sleep on Sunday (worth it, right?). To celebrate, I’ve got lots of exciting events in this weekend’s lineup, including plenty of ways to honor National Women’s History Month AND International Women’s Day (whoop whoop!)—plus loads of delicious bites along the way. So, without further ado, here’s your Friday Five!
But First… 🚜 Honk if You Love Trucks!
The Junior League of Raleigh’s beloved Touch-A-Truck event is rolling into town on Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.—and here’s your chance to go for FREE!
We’re giving away an Advance Family Package (a $40 value) to one lucky winner—including five event tickets—so you and your crew can experience this unforgettable day of hands-on fun! (Kids two and under get in free.)
This family-friendly favorite lets kids (and kids at heart) get up close and personal with all kinds of cool vehicles—think construction equipment, emergency response vehicles, buses, and more! Plus, there’s food trucks, bounce houses, face painting, music, and live entertainment to keep the fun going all day long.
This year marks 10 incredible years of memory-making, and the celebration promises to be bigger and better than ever.
Don’t miss your chance to win—enter before Friday, March 28, for your shot at FREE tickets!
P.S. For another chance to win, keep an eye on your email on Tuesday, March 11! >
Move Over Canes, It’s Time for the Women to Take the Ice 🏒
Get ready, Raleigh! The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is bringing its electrifying PWHL Takeover Tour™ to the Lenovo Center on Friday, March 7, at 7 p.m. This exciting tour brings the intensity of PWHL hockey to new cities across North America, giving fans (and newcomers) the chance to see the world’s top women’s hockey players in action. Watch the Ottawa Charge take on the Minnesota Frost in a high-energy showdown you won’t want to miss! Tickets start at $32. Grab yours here!