Raleigh Weekend

The Local's Guide to Things to Do in Raleigh, NC

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But First… This is a Big Giveaway

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Ok, ok—we don’t have all the details yet, so you just have to trust us. But this month, we’re giving away two tickets to Raleigh Weekend’s first-ever Pretty Homes Trolley Tour on Sunday, Oct. 19.

So what’s the deal? Here’s what we can tell you: On Sunday, Oct. 19, Raleigh Weekend readers will hop aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley for a guided ride to custom-built Midtown and ITB homes. Think cocktails, gorgeous homes, a fun trolley ride… honestly, does it get much better?

Tickets will go on sale soon and will be limited—but why wait to buy when you could just win them?

🎟 Enter to win by Tuesday, Sept. 30.

But First… Patio Vibes, On Us! 🌞

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Sunny skies, patio vibes, and good eats—what more could you want? To celebrate summer winding down and football season kicking off, we’re giving away a $50 gift card to one of our favorite spots for drinks and bites, Players Retreat! Enter below for your chance to win!

But First… Soak Up the Rest of Patio Season With a $50 Gift Card to Players Retreat 🌞

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The best thing about patio season in Raleigh? It’s perfect now through fall! In honor of summer winding down and patio season about to be at its peak—plus the start of football!—we’re giving away a $50 gift to one of out favorite patio/game-day bars, Players Retreat! Enter our giveaway at the button below for sunny vibes, good eats, and cold drinks all season long.

But First: Fall Sports Are (Almost) Back—Celebrate with a $50 Gift Card to Players Retreat!

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I am certainly not the one to rush summer away, but football is on the horizon this month, and we’re celebrating the return of fall sports the best way we know how—with a giveaway to one of our favorite game-day spots: Players Retreat! 🙌

We’re gifting one lucky Raleigh Weekend reader a $50 gift card to enjoy good eats, cold drinks, and great vibes at PR this season. 🏈🍔🍺 Enter here by August 31 for your chance to win—and don’t forget to tell your friends. Because nothing beats game day at the Retreat. (And: Go Pack! 🐺)

But First… Sips, Sun & a Gift Card? Don’t Mind If We Do 🍹

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One of Downtown Raleigh’s favorite cocktail bars just got even cooler. William & Company has officially opened its brand-new back patio—a sunny, tucked-away spot perfect for sipping something strong, snacking on one of their legendary house tamales, or catching a DJ set under the stars.

Haven’t been yet? Now’s your chance! In celebration of National Tequila Day (Thursday, July 24), we’re giving away a $25 gift card to Willco so you can try the new space on us.

🎉 Enter by Thursday, July 31, for your chance to win!

But First… Soak Up DTR’s Newest Patio on Us ☀️

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ICYMI: William & Company, one of Downtown Raleigh’s most popular cocktail bars, has a new back patio! The sunny, secluded space is just made for sipping on refreshing drinks, chowing down on a house tamale or two, grooving to the occasional DJ, or just basking in the vibes. Haven’t checked out the new space yet? You’re in luck! In honor of National Tequila Day on Thursday, July 24, we’re giving away a $25 gift card to Willco this month. Click the link below to enter the contest (giveaway ends July 31).

Friday Five: Raleigh’s Got Something for Everyone This Weekend—Promise.

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From a gourmet toast giveaway and a LEGO® lover’s dream weekend, to epic live music at Bowstring and the return of The Day Party at Willco—we’ve rounded up the can’t-miss events, bites, and brick-built fun happening in and around Raleigh.

We’re talking brunch pizza, bingo, Shwayze, shopping, and a vintage market with ice cream on top. 🍦

Hit the highlights, save the dates, and enter that giveaway while you’re at it! Without further ado, here is your Friday Five!