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An outdoor display of jellyfish and coral lanterns at the 2024 North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival in Cary, NC.
Events
Plan Ahead: 25+ December events in Raleigh
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
December 03, 2025 10:00 AM
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Allie Remhof
A gold-painted figure, with a pilot’s helmet and uniform, suspended on a metal pole.
Arts
2 new exhibits coming to the NCMA this spring
Intricate sculptures and costumes from movies like “Black Panther” will soon be on view.
December 7, 2022
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Cat George
A movie screening in Moore Square.
Events
Downtown Raleigh’s final First Friday of 2022
Five Friday events you won’t want to miss.
November 30, 2022
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Anne Weber
A colorful mural of someone eating with chopsticks.
Arts
Downtown Raleigh adds another splash of color
Two murals painted on opposing train track pillars celebrate the area’s residential history and growing food scene.
November 29, 2022
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Cat George
Sonic Runway light installation at Burning Man.
Arts
Illuminate Art Walk returns to downtown Raleigh
This year’s light installation will feature an international exhibit that’s made appearances at Burning Man.
November 22, 2022
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Anne Weber
A sassy penguin on the Falkland Islands
Arts
A Raleighite is in the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards finals
Two of Jennifer Hadley’s photos are among the 40 finalists.
October 27, 2022
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Anne Weber
People gathering in front of a new bright floral mural at a rooftop bar.
Arts
The Willard reveals “From the Ashes” mural
A new floral mural by local artist Taylor White can be viewed at The Willard Rooftop.
October 14, 2022
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Cat George
The NC Museum of History building.
Events
The Power of Women in Country Music exhibition in Raleigh, NC
Memorabilia from Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton, and Shania Twain will be showcased at the NC Museum of History from Fri., Oct. 28-Sun., Feb. 26.
October 10, 2022
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Cat George
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“James Cameron: Challenging the Deep” on display at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
“James Cameron: Challenging the Deep,” is the latest exhibit at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences that explores the “Avatar” filmmaker’s record-breaking deep-sea dive.
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A mural of Sir Walter Raleigh with the words "Five Points Raleigh, NC."
Events
Fall for Five Points Festival in Raleigh, NC
Celebrate Raleigh’s up-and-coming artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs this Sat., Oct. 8 at the Fall for Five Points Festival.
October 4, 2022
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The NCMA’s People’s Collection gets a new look
After years of planning and months of reinstallations, the North Carolina Museum of Art will reveal major changes to its most iconic collection.
October 3, 2022
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Anne Weber
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NC Museum of Art to start expansion plan this summer
The NC Museum of Art announced capital projects to revitalize museum spaces, including its outdoor concert venue and the East Building. Construction will span up to three years and galleries will remain open.
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What to expect from NCMA’s latest exhibit — Grace Hartigan: The Gift of Attention
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10 mental health resources in Raleigh
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, so we’re taking a moment to pause and review resources available for the community.
May 13, 2025
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Explore the Got To Be NC Festival this weekend in Raleigh
The Got To Be NC Festival will touch down at the NC State Fairgrounds from Friday, May 16, through Sunday, May 18. Get a glimpse of what to expect.
May 13, 2025
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Artsplosure is bringing some color to downtown Raleigh
Here’s everything you need to know as Artsplosure 2025, one of NC’s largest arts festivals, returns to downtown Raleigh this weekend.
May 12, 2025
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Viral TikTok food reviewer Keith Lee concludes his stint in NC
Keith Lee’s viral food reviews bring massive crowds to locally owned businesses that deserve the spotlight — here’s where he visited in central NC.
May 12, 2025
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