St. Patrick’s Day may still be days away but the festivities are starting this weekend in Raleigh. So, go ahead, make an Irish coffee and let’s get right to it. It’s time for your Friday Five!
But First… It’s Time for the Semifinals
We can’t contain our excitement over St. Patrick’s Day. I mean, who doesn’t love green beer? But, before we don our green attire and enjoy a shepherd’s pie, it’s time for some basketball! The semifinals of the ACC Tournament are tonight at 6:30 and 9 p.m. and we know where we will be watching… Lonerider at Five Points, of course ????! They are releasing two new beers today and a new cocktail menu.
Lonerider is our go-to spot for game day, whether we are dining in or grabbing take-out, which is why we have teamed up with the crew over there to give away everything you need to watch the game at home. Register to win a growler of your choice of beer from Lonerider and an order of their wings.
Saturday, Mar. 13: Shamrock Search ☘️
Search in the City is proud to present the Shamrock Search Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, March 13, from 2 until 5 p.m. This competitive scavenger hunt is perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in a safe and fun way. Find all the hidden green shamrocks in your city or town first to win a basket full of goodies from local businesses!
Saturday, Mar. 13: Pre-St. Patrick’s Day Party at the Hibernian Pub on Glenwood
Hibernian Pub does it big every year for St. Patrick’s Day and 2021 will be no exception. They are featuring reserved seating for four five-hour sessions, a morning and evening session, for both Saturday, March 13, and Wednesday, March 17.
They will have live music, giveaways, and plenty of food and drink specials! Tables of up to four, six, and eight people are available for reservation. One aluminum bottle of beer and corn beef bites will be provided per person for every table reservation ticket purchase.
Tuesday, Mar. 16: Whiskey Tasting & Create Your Own Cocktail Event at Midtown Grille
Midtown Grille invites you to join them on the eve of St. Patrick’s Day at 6:30 p.m. for their first event of 2021! First, you will be invited to taste The Quiet Man, Suntory Whisky Toki® Japanese Whisky, KNOB CREEK® Rye Whiskey, Maker’s Mark® Cask Strength, and Basil Hayden’s Dark. After the tasting, guests will have the option of an Old Fashion, a Mule, or Boulevardier. Once you pick the cocktail of your choice, you’ll then pick your favorite whiskey from the bunch!
Looking for Irish Whiskey? ???? Dram & Draught Has You Covered
Start your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at Dram & Draught! We recommended their whiskey flight called A Flight to Ireland which features Redbreast 12 Year, Power’s Signature Single Pot Still, and Teeling Small Batch. Check out what other Irish whiskey they have on the shelf and make sure you tell them the ladies at Raleigh Weekend sent you! ????
Your Dix Park Spring Program Guide is Here
Free classes and programs begin this month at Dix Park including a full line-up of outdoor programs along with indoor classes in their newly renovated chapel. Join them for your favorites like Yoga in the Park and Little Explorers. Ready for something new? They have Art Classes, Youth Yoga, Tai Chi, Birdwatching, and more! Registration is required for all programs this spring. View the calendar and register online at DixPark.org.
Bonus: Let’s Hear It for the Ladies
In honor of Women’s History Month, Raleigh Magazine is shining a spotlight on exceptional Raleigh females over a plethora of industries each week. This week, they are highlighting some of the resilient females in Raleigh’s hospitality industry who have continued to prove that women can really do it all—while keeping local residents and visitors alike delightfully satiated.