Eat, drink, and be scary! Killjoy is hosting a spooktacular Halloween celebration this Sunday, Oct. 30, starting at 6 p.m. with live music, themed cocktails, and a costume contest—so make sure you don your funniest, scariest, or sexiest costume!
Keep Calm and Carry a Wand
“You’re a wizard, Harry!” Relive the magic of Harry Potter through NC Symphony’s The Music of Harry Potter concert Friday, Oct. 28, through Saturday, Oct. 29, featuring enchanting scores from films throughout the acclaimed series. Rest assured all Hufflepuffs, Griffindors, Slytherins, and Ravenclaws will enjoy it!
You Can’t Skele-Run From My Skele-Puns 💀
But you can participate in Centro’s Day of the Dead 5K, taking place this Saturday, Oct. 29! In addition to the family-friendly race, there will be festivities like face painting, live music, a street party with food from Centro, and beer from Trophy Brewing.
Raise a Stein at Clouds Brewing’s Oktoberfest 🍺
Oktoberfest season ain’t over yet! Clouds Brewing’s annual traditional celebration on Saturday, Oct. 29, will feature German music, Cloudstoberfest beer, a stein-holding contest, food from Capone’s Chicago Eats, and much more. Prost!
Support RPD Officer Gabriel Torres’ Family
On a more serious note, Raleigh Magazine has created magnets and stickers with proceeds going toward RPD Officer Gabriel Torres’ family. Torres was tragically shot while he was off duty during the unfortunate mass shooting that took place in Raleigh on Oct. 13. Show your support by purchasing one (or both) at the link.
Friday Five: Gourd Vibes and Gourd Events Only
If you are not ready for Halloween content, you should probably just skip reading this week and we will see you in November. This ghoul’s favorite holiday is Halloween and I am ready to get the fang-tastic fun started. Before I subject you to more Halloween puns this early, let’s get to this week’s Friday Five!
But First… Are You Just Here for the BOOS?
If so, we have you covered! When Raleigh Weekend founder Lisa stumbled across The Cookie Rookie’s “Pumpkin Spice White Russian Cocktail”, she knew exactly what this month’s prize would be: a cocktail kit put together for you, by her, including everything you need to craft this cocktail beauty at home.
Witch Way to the Wine? 🍷
Ok, so this event is not Halloween-themed but, it is too good not to mention! Raleigh’s International Wine Festival is this Saturday, Oct. 22, from noon until 9 p.m. Over 25 international wine suppliers are coming to Raleigh just for this event. Drink up, witches!