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Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
Racers and racing fans, head to Dix Park for this unique Raleigh event. The Kirby Derby is an all-ages quirky festival with a parade, races, and vendors.
Hopscotch Music Festival is back in the City of Oaks this September. Don’t miss your chance to see acts like Japanese Breakfast and Denzel Curry in the heart of downtown Raleigh.
This year, Band Together NC is partnering with local nonprofit United Way of the Greater Triangle for its annual Mighty Giveback benefit concert with a goal to raise $1 million.
Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose is coming to Raleigh Saturday Aug. 26 to perform a benefit concert for Theatre Raleigh.
This year’s GalaxyCon will be Raleigh’s fifth year hosting and will be complete with your favorite pop culture icons, fan events, and vendors selling just about anything you can think of.
The USWNT is starting their bout in the FIFA Women’s World Cup this week — cheer them on in their first game at these local events.
Get ready to roll out your blankets and red, white, and blue apparel to celebrate the Fourth of July in the City of Oaks.
Want to start planning your summer in the City of Oaks? We put together a list of 18 fun activities, festivals, and must dos to make to most out of the season.
Make Music Raleigh is a free musical celebration featuring concerts across the City of Oaks’ streets, sidewalks, and parks on Wednesday, June 21.
Monday, June 19 is Juneteenth — we gathered eight events in the City of Oaks to honor and celebrate the federal holiday.
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