Celebrate Father’s Day with Killjoy’s Beats and Brunch: Father’s Day Edition! Enjoy a blend of the best of music, food, and cocktails in one epic experience on Sunday, June 18, from 12 to 4 p.m. Come and groove to classic hip-hop beats, indulge in Southern-style food, and enjoy upgraded brunch delights like chicken & waffles, mac & cheese, collard greens, fresh fruit, and your choice of refreshing lemonade or tropical lemonade. Oh, and did we mention the bottomless mimosas? They’ll be flowing all day long!
Looking For Something ‘Neat’ to Give Dad This Year?
How about a memorable culinary experience at Clouds Brewing Company? Their Father’s Day Whiskey Pairing Dinner is on Sunday, June 18, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Treat Dad (or yourself!) to an exquisite four-course meal expertly paired with a selection of whiskies. Explore the rich flavors and aromas of whiskies from different regions, including the smoky Islay whiskies and the unique offerings from Japan. As you savor each dish and sip, knowledgeable guides will provide insights and education to enhance your tasting experience.
Friday Five: May Showers Bring Fun June Happenings 😎
I don’t know about you, but I’m about ready for these cloudy, dreary, rainy days to be over already. While Mother Nature didn’t hold back Memorial Day weekend, it looks like this weekend it’s finally supposed to clear up (fingers crossed!). Luckily, there’s lots going on this weekend around Raleigh to soak up all those sunny rays. So tuck away those rain boots—here’s your Friday Five!
But First… Friends That Get Their Hair Cut Together, Stay Together 💇♀️💇♂️
This month, we teamed up with Salon Veritas, one of our fave Raleigh salons, to give away a salon day for two! The winner will be able to get a fresh free cut with their pal—just in time for summer! Enter now using the button below.
Get Loud and Proud for Pride Month 🏳️🌈
Yesterday marked the first day of Raleigh Pride Month! There are a ton of events going on around town all month long to celebrate and show your pride, including Pride First Friday (today!), the Run for Love 5K (Saturday, June 3), and Raleigh Brewing’s Hell Yes Ma’am Pride party (Sunday, June 4). See the full list of events with the button below.
Bubbles and Brisket, Oh My! 🐮
The NC F&B Podcast is throwing its third annual Bubbles & Brisket event this Saturday, June 3! Moo-ve over to Smoky Hollow starting at 2 p.m. for eats from 10 BBQ pitmaster chefs from throughout the state and an array of sparkling beverages (Champagne, cava, cremant, prosecco, beer…)—plus games, ‘90s hip-hop, and desserts. No Champagne, no gain!
Summa, Summa, Summatime 🌞🍻
There’s no better way to celebrate summer than a brew, so you should def ~hop~ to Clouds Brewing Taproom for its second annual Summertime Beer Fest on Saturday, June 3! There will be over 25 handpicked selections from breweries across the region, including NC lagers, session IPAs, fruited beers, sours, ciders, and seltzers. Cheers!
Experience Food From Over 60 Countries in One Day
Yep, you read that right! Raleigh’s International Food Festival is back Saturday, June 3, with fare from 60+ food trucks and vendors—plus a TikTok dance party challenge, scavenger hunt, ‘70s-‘80s costume contest, drinks, performances, and so much more. Come hungry!