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🍁 Raleigh’s fall bucket list

Your 2023 fall in Raleigh bucket list
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Good times, fried food, and NC agriculture? Check, check, and check. | Photo by RALtoday
Sept. 23 marked the beginning of fall in Raleigh and we can’t wait to get the autumnal vibes started. Keep reading for cozy fall events, spooky Halloween activities, and more to celebrate the season.

Bonus: Print this list off, stick it to your fridge, and see how many items you can check off.

Events + festivals
☐ Grab your banjo for IBMA Bluegrass Live. (Sept. 29-30)
☐ Commemorate the start of autumn with Falling for Local at Dix Park which includes hay rides, craft beer, inflatables, and more fall fun. (Oct. 7)
☐ Don’t forget the fried food, farm animals, and ferris wheel rides when you visit the NC State Fair. (Oct. 12-22)
☐ Centro’s Day of the Dead 5K will run through Historic Oakwood. In addition to the run, bring offerings for the altars, and dress your best for the costume contest. (Oct. 28)
☐ Enjoy JC Raulston Arboretum’s plants and inventive lighting at Moonlight in the Garden. This magical night features live music, roasted marshmallows, and is your only chance to see the arboretum at night. (Nov. 9-18)
☐ Celebrate the 28th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration at the NC Museum of History with performances and presentations. (Nov. 18)

A pumpkin display

Pick from a patch’s worth of pumpkins at the NC State Farmers Market.

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Family-friendly events
☐ Celebrate the Hindu festival of lights at Hum Sub Diwali at Koka Booth Amphitheatre. (Oct. 14)
☐ Head to Marbles for a Kooky Spooky Halloween Party and enjoy a monster mash dance party and mad scientist experiments. (Oct. 27)
☐ Show up in your costume to Spellbound at Mordecai, a children’s Halloween market with magic, fortune tellers, and pumpkin painting. (Oct. 28)
☐ You won’t want to miss the colorful displays, food, and entertainment at the NC Chinese Lantern Festival. (Nov. 17-January 14, 2024)

More autumnal must dos
☐ Take one of Raleigh’s many haunted tours, or enjoy the brisk weather with another walking tour.
☐ Pick pumpkins and enjoy the fall ambiance at a local farm like Page Farms or Phillips Farms.
More events to fall in love with
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Events
Tuesday, Sept. 26
Wednesday, Sept. 27
  • Artspace Open Studio | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | Times vary | Artspace, 201 E. Davie St., Raleigh | Free | Kiddos five and up can enjoy a free self-guided art-making activity.
  • Whitaker & Atlantic’s Bi-Monthly Music Lounge | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 7-10 p.m. | Whitaker and Atlantic, 1053 E. Whitaker Mill Rd., Ste. 111, Raleigh | Free | Step into this New Orleans speakeasy-inspired lounge and immerse yourself in a world of sultry jazz, blues, and soulful melodies
  • B93.9 Pickin’ In The Pines Music Series | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 5 p.m. | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy., Cary | $10 | Bring your own picnic and enjoy the final iteration of this concert series with Chandler James.
Thursday, Sept. 28
  • Fall Cookie Decorating | Thursday, Sept. 28 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $65 | Learn how to make six autumnal cookie designs from a pro and enjoy a complimentary drink and snack.
  • Che Durena | Thursday, Sept. 28-Saturday, Sept. 30 | Times vary | Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd., Raleigh | $30-$40 | Laugh along with this comedian and his absurd takes on culture and relationships.
Friday, Sept. 29
  • Dreamy Floral Design Workshop | Friday, Sept. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Home for Entertaining, 119 W. Park St., Cary | $100 | Whether you’re an aspiring florist, a seasoned enthusiast, or simply someone eager to explore the world of botanical artistry, enjoy this floral design class.
Saturday, Sept. 30
  • FlutterFest | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Prairie Ridge Ecostation, 1671 Gold Star Dr., Raleigh | Free | Take the family out for a celebration of NC pollinators and enjoy underwater pond explorations, butterfly wing decorating, bee home crafting, monarch citizen science projects + more.*
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News Notes
Concert
  • Don’t stop believin’ because Journey is coming to PNC Arena on Feb. 17 with special guest Toto as part of the legendary band’s 50th anniversary tour. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Sept. 29 at 10 a.m.
Health
  • The Health Resources and Services Administration invested over $2 million toward maternal health services in Raleigh. This national program awarded NC with $4 million and aims to support parents and efforts to improve maternal care.
Show
  • Laugh with some of Raleigh’s funniest people during Five Points Comedy Night at The Rialto. Grab tickets now for the show this Thursday, Sept. 28 featuring local comics Matt White, Tyler Wood, Andy Forrester, and more.
Try This
  • Tickets are available for Music on the Lawn at The Parlor at Heights House on Oct. 19. Relax with live music from Loque, bevs from The Parlor, lawn game fun, and much more at this family-friendly event.
Active
  • Hey, parents + guardians. National Walk, Bike & Roll to School day is Oct. 4 — this event can be planned at your school in just seven days. Talk to your school’s principal to get started with this eco-friendly and fun event.
Job
  • Raleigh Union Station is looking for a new event manager. Applicants should have experience with events planning and be passionate about managing weddings and other events — apply through LinkedIn.
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Finance
  • Peek the perks. A $200 welcome bonus, unlimited cash back, and 0% interest into 2024 all with no annual fee almost sounds too good to be true — but this card has it all.*
Wellness
  • Why optimize hormones as you age? You can improve strength, bone density, libido, blood pressure, and mood. Learn about your testosterone levels with Wellcore’s At-Home Assessment Kit.*
 
Coming Soon

🪴 Get your green thumbs ready

New Raleigh Iron Works tenants are blooming
A flower shop.
Amelia’s Flowers offers make-your-own flower arrangements and pre-made bouquets. | Photo provided by Amelia’s Flowers
Mixed-use development Raleigh Iron Works is adding two new tenants to its lineup: a second location for local houseplant store Urban Pothos and Amelia’s Flowers, a Nashville-based florist.

Urban Pothos’ first location on Peace Street offers a lush space with a variety of plants and home gardening accessories like planters and gardening tools. The store also has a build-your-own soil bar with an array of planting mediums and recipes to make the perfect soil.

Amelia’s Flowers blossomed in 2016 and now has three brick-and-mortar stores and flower trucks driving through Music City. At these locations, you can make your own bouquet or choose from a variety of pre-made ones.

Both of these stores, and upcoming chic menswear store Beatniks, are expected to open before Raleigh Fashion Fest on Thursday, Oct. 19.

These retailers are joining a host of exciting businesses, like Eastcut Sandwiches, Andia’s Ice Cream, and the upcoming Brodeto, Jaguar Bolera, and Ponysaurus Brewing.
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Today’s edition by:
Allie
From the editor
The NC State game this weekend was such an exciting nail-biter, and I just can’t wait for our first ACC matchup against Louisville on Friday. Remember — this game is a black out, so make sure to wash your darks before kickoff at 7 p.m.
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