It’s time for your furry ghouls to let their spooky sides shine at the Carolina Pines Community Center Dog Park for their first-ever HOWL-O-Ween on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon. Watch pups strut their stuff in a spooktacular pet parade, then show off their costumes in a PAW-some contest. Enjoy tricks for treats, bone bobbing, and capture those fang-tastic memories in the PUP-kin photo booth. This HOWL-O-Ween celebration is one event you and your pup won’t want to miss!
Girls Just Wanna Have Wine 🍷
It’s time for wine lovers to unite for a sensational day of wine tastings, delicious food, and lively entertainment—all with free admission! Grab your wine-loving friends and come down to City Plaza on Saturday, Oct. 19, from noon to 7 p.m. for Raleigh’s International Wine Festival. This pet and family-friendly event promises the best of Raleigh’s food, wine, and vibrant culture. Plus, a portion of the proceeds goes to the American Red Cross for N.C. Don’t miss your chance to create unforgettable memories—one sip at a time!
Get Ready for Sunday Funday with the Whole Family
If you’re eager to explore what Raleigh has to offer and get the kids outside for some much-needed fresh air, this event is for you! Oak City Chiropractic is transforming Fred Fletcher Park into the ultimate Sunday Funday with the Kid’s Expo 2024 on Oct. 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with the perfect blend of community spirit and family fun, including an inflatable obstacle course, face painting, and the Flat Drum food truck. Bring the whole crew for a day filled with laughter, adventure, and unforgettable memories!
Hillsborough Street Is Getting Spooky 👻
Get ready to unleash your inner ghoul at the free MonsterMash along Hillsborough Street on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 2 to 5 p.m.! Hosted by the Hillsborough Street Community Service Corporation (HSCSC), this spooktacular event is perfect for everyone—whether you’re a pint-sized monster or just a big kid who refuses to grow up (we see you!). Costumes are encouraged but not required, so feel free to show up as your fabulous self or in your favorite festive pajamas. With maps available at the check-in booth to guide you through the sugary chaos, this event promises a frightfully fun time filled with treats and laughs!
Friday Five: All Treats, No Tricks
Spooky season is right around the corner, but we guarantee there’s no scaries here—just five wicked-fun things to do this weekend in Raleigh. Whether you’re into sports, shopping, eating, or drinking, there’s something to add to your cal. Creep it real, y’all!
But First… It’s Always Wine o’Clock at Postino 🍷
Pour it up for our October giveaway! Two winners will each get a $50 gift card to the recently opened Postino WineCafe in Village District. Great for a girls’ night, date night, get-together with friends/co-workers, or even a solo outing, this hot spot offers great wines (naturally), cocktails, bruschetta boards, and other tasty snacks. Enter to win by filling out the form below!
Got Milk? 🍪🥛
Captain Cookie & the Milk Man is officially open at North Hills! The dessert spot is known for its cookies (think flavors like chocolate chip, snickerdoodle, peanut butter, oatmeal raisin, and more) and milk, naturally—plus ice cream and ice cream cookie sandwiches. How sweet!
Who You Gonna Call?!
…Ghostbusters! 👻 Come out to Downtown Cary Park on Friday, Oct. 11, for a movie night under the stars featuring Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Bring your own blankets and/or chairs and grab some popcorn or food truck fare—and show up early for themed crafts—then settle in for a night of spooky fun.