Head to North Hills on Saturday, Nov. 19, at 4 p.m. for their Tree Lighting event! This year, they will have a live Christmas band, kids’ crafts and activities, food trucks, and a vendor village.
New Restaurant Spotlight: J. Lights Café in Smoky Hollow
Ok, ok, I know this week has been all about the holidays, so for any Grinch out there who is not quite ready to celebrate, this one is for you! J. Lights Café is the right spot for every break in the day. They offer crafted coffee, cocktails, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and that important after-work snack. Head over there this weekend and let them know the folks at Raleigh Weekend sent ya!
Friday Five: Gourd Vibes and Gourd Events Only
If you are not ready for Halloween content, you should probably just skip reading this week and we will see you in November. This ghoul’s favorite holiday is Halloween and I am ready to get the fang-tastic fun started. Before I subject you to more Halloween puns this early, let’s get to this week’s Friday Five!
But First… Are You Just Here for the BOOS?
If so, we have you covered! When Raleigh Weekend founder Lisa stumbled across The Cookie Rookie’s “Pumpkin Spice White Russian Cocktail”, she knew exactly what this month’s prize would be: a cocktail kit put together for you, by her, including everything you need to craft this cocktail beauty at home.
Witch Way to the Wine? 🍷
Ok, so this event is not Halloween-themed but, it is too good not to mention! Raleigh’s International Wine Festival is this Saturday, Oct. 22, from noon until 9 p.m. Over 25 international wine suppliers are coming to Raleigh just for this event. Drink up, witches!
If the Broom Fits…
Head to the Offical Halloween Bar Crawl this Saturday, Oct. 22! Whether you have the spookiest, sexiest, or funniest Halloween costume this year, you definitely don’t want to miss this epic night of horror!
Eat Out and Geek Out… But Make It Spooky 👻
The Geek and Grub Market is hosting their first-ever Halloween event on Saturday, Oct. 22, at Fred Fletcher Park! They will be featuring four haunted attractions, 60+ geeky vendors, geektastic grub, and trick-or-treating. From 4 until 6 p.m., this event is geared toward families and kiddos but when the sun goes down, they are going to turn things upside down and it’s gonna get scary!
Let’s Get in the Spirits! 🥃
Get in the “spirit” with KB Barman’s Second Annual Halloween Havoc on Thursday, Oct. 27, from 7 until 10:30 p.m. at Dram & Draught! It is sure to be a hauntingly good time. The party will go on at all of their locations so come in your best costume for your chance to win awesome prizes.