Cranksgiving at Crank Arm Brewing Company on Sunday, Nov. 19, is a fun choose-your-own-adventure event, all about riding a bike and giving back to our communities in need during the holiday season. Crank Arm will provide you with a list of essential food items to purchase, offer some challenges for bonus points, and give you a map of nearby grocery stores. However, how you choose to participate is entirely up to you!
Shop ‘Till You Drop: Raleigh Winter Festival Market
Head to the cobblestone streets to shop with THE BEST local craft artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs on Sunday, Nov. 19. Bring your pup out in a costume for a chance to win the dog holiday costume contest and enjoy a Carriage Ride by J&L Carriage. There is something for everyone!
An Early Christmas Present… WRK by The Optimist to Open at The Exchange Raleigh
I was excited to receive an email this week that included some exciting news… Dewitt Carolinas, Inc. announced that WRK by The Optimist would be their first food and beverage tenant at The Exchange Raleigh, its 40-acre mixed-use development in Midtown. The full-service coffee shop/cafe will be located within the retail suite of the lobby at 1000 Social, the flagship 12-story office tower at The Exchange, and adjacent to the main pedestrian entrance from the parking deck.
Friday Five: Feeling Gourd, Like I Should
Halloween is still over a week away but I am planning out your wicked awesome celebrations in advance. Grab your calendar and your costume, let’s not waste anymore time. Your Friday Five is here and it’s going to be a beauti-fall weekend!
But First… Witch Hair, Do Care
Is your hair in need of a fresh fall style? Downtown Raleigh’s Salon Veritas is turning seven this month (!), and to celebrate, we are giving one lucky Raleigh Weekend winner a $50 gift card to use on the service of their choice.
Last Weekend To Get That Giant Turkey Leg!
The last day of The N.C. State Fair is Sunday, Oct. 22. Whether you’re going for the food, the rides, or the exhibits, there’s something in it for everyone, but it only happens once a year! Grab a jacket because you’re sure to go through three seasons in one day and get your tickets online early to save time.
Not Ready for Halloween? We Still Have Some BOOze for You: Raleigh’s International Wine Festival
The same peeps that brought you Raleigh’s International Food Festival are bringing the wine this weekend. On Saturday, Oct. 21, City Plaza will host over 25 international wine suppliers, food trucks, vendors, performers, wine pairings, and fun! Plus, the festival is free to attend.
Sunday Funday Fall Fest Edition
City Market is hosting its annual Fall Festival in Downtown Raleigh on Sunday, October 22. Stop in for fall carriage rides, shopping with local artisans, local food trucks, a pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, a photo booth, and more!