Raleigh, are you ready to sleigh the weekend? (I apologize, in advance, if you are not here for holiday content.) Whether you’re feeling festive, a little spooky, or just hungry for some holiday cheer, I have got you covered. Hop on the Christmas Trolley, sip your way through Miracle at Killjoy, or brunch with the big guy himself—Santa! Without further ado, check out this week’s Friday Five and make your weekend magical! Cheers!
But First… Soy to the World
We are giving away a $25 gift card to Sushi O so you can dive into their fresh, flavorful rolls. Known for its creative sushi and fusion dishes, including specialty rolls and noodle soups, Sushi O brings a vibrant mix of Thai, Chinese, and Japanese flavors. Is your mouth watering yet? Enter by Tuesday, Dec. 31, for your chance to win and experience the ultimate sushi experience.
Friday Five: It’s the Holiday Season 🎄✨
‘Tis the season, folks! Christmas time is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate than jumping into these five holly jolly weekend festivities. From twinkling lights to holiday magic, I’ve got the perfect lineup to spark your Christmas cheer. So, don’t be a Grinch—grab your cocoa, bundle up, and let’s sleigh the weekend together.
Featured Getaway: Visit Wilmington for Holidays on Water
Experience the historic charm of downtown Wilmington during Holidays on Water. Enjoy colorful lights along the Riverwalk and main streets, tour decorated historic homes by candlelight, watch live performances, and experience riverfront drone light shows. Shop holiday markets and local boutiques and taste festive flavors at award-winning restaurants. Find special lodging offers and plan your visit at
HolidaysOnWaterNC.com.
But First… “The thing about trains… it doesn’t matter where they’re going. What matters is deciding to get on.” — Conductor, “The Polar Express”
This one might be a stretch, but if you’re hopping on the holiday ham train this weekend, you’ll need some magic to get through those infamous Thanksgiving lines. While we can’t help you this weekend, we are there for your Christmas feast. ICYMI, the holiday Ham Jam is back! To help you breeze past the crowd at Honey Baked Ham, over Christmas, we’ve teamed up with Annie Meadows and Ryan Boone of Hudson Residential to give away not one but TWO $50 gift cards! Enter for a chance to win by Nov. 30!
But First… It’s Ham(mer) Time 🐷
ICYMI, the holiday Ham Jam is back! To help you avoid the extremely long lines at Honey Baked Ham this Thanksgiving, we’ve partnered with Annie Meadows and Ryan Boone at Hudson Residential to give away not one, but two $50 gift cards. Enter to win by Nov. 30!
But First… Got Ham?
This month, we are giving away not one but two $50 gift cards to Honey Baked Ham thanks to our friends Ryan Boone and Annie Meadows from Hudson Residential. This ham-tastic giveaway is just in time for holiday parties and family dinners. So what are you waiting for?! Enter by Saturday, Nov. 30, for your chance to win!
But First… Enter Our Ham Jammin’ Giveaway
Have you entered our Ham Jam giveaway yet? Named after those famously long lines at Honey Baked Ham every holiday season, we’re giving away two $50 gift cards, thanks to our friends Annie Meadows and Ryan Boone at Hudson Residential! Don’t miss your chance to beat the crowd and enjoy the most delicious holiday ham—enter to win by November 30!








