All eyes will be on the Do Portugal Circus as they head to Triangle Town Center Jan. 12–28—and you can enter to win tickets to see them live! That’s right, we are giving away five family packs (two adults, two children) for opening night, Friday, Jan. 12. For more details and to enter, click the button below!
2024’s First First Friday!
Kick off the first Friday of the year at DRA’s First Friday! Head downtown tonight, Jan. 5, to visit art galleries and studios as they stay open late for the evening with live music, discounts, and more—and pop into some restaurants and bars while you’re at it to keep the fun going. Local love for the win!
Stay Dry at Umbrella Dry Bar ☂️
Participating in Dry January? (It’s me, hi.) Well, lucky for you, Umbrella Dry Bar officially opens today, Friday, Jan. 5! Indulge in zero-proof cocktails and other functional, restorative, and alcohol-free beverages that are so good you won’t even miss the alcohol. Cheers to that!
We’re the Red and White From State… 🐺
NC State’s men’s basketball team is taking on UNC at PNC Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Get your tickets to back the Pack in one of the greatest rivalries in the Triangle!
Prospects Is Open for Business 🍽
Say hello to Downtown Raleigh’s newest restaurant, Prospects! The craft kitchen and cocktail bar led by chef Alex Ricci features dishes inspired by his friends and family—think elk meatballs with blueberry and serrano chili compote, Jamaican jerk lamb tartare, and a comforting meat pie starring bone-in lamb osso bucco. Delish!
There’s Still Time to Get Lit 🤩
The lights are still bright as ever for Cary’s annual NC Chinese Lantern Festival! Happening through Sunday, Jan. 14, at Koka Booth Amphitheater, the fest features 40 new displays this year—not to mention thousands of LED lights, larger-than-life lanterns, and nightly cultural performances. Get your tickets now before it’s too late!
Friday Five: Happy Crimbo Limbo
We are currently in “Crimbo Limbo” or the time between Christmas and New Year’s Day where no one knows what day it is, time does not really exist, and you can start drinking at 10 a.m. So, go ahead and pour a mimosa and get ready for your Friday Five, New Year’s Eve edition. This week’s Friday Five is my picks for Dec. 31. They are in no particular order but all are a great way to celebrate so you don’t end up dressed up with nowhere to go. Without further ado, here’s your Friday Five, and I will see you next year!
But First… Let’s Stretch
The holiday season can be stressful but it is time to find your zen with our hot yoga giveaway! We are gifting one lucky Raleigh Weekend reader a $30 gift card to Arrichion Hot Yoga. Right now, Arrichion is hosting an amazing new client special—for just $30, you get 20 days of unlimited classes!