• Better Days Music Series | Friday, Sept. 29 | 5-8 p.m. | Hartwell Raleigh, 620 W. South St., Raleigh | $0 | Join this quarterly live music series featuring musicians that are dedicated to writing and performing original music.
• NC State University Football vs. Louisville | Friday, Sept. 29 | 7 p.m. | Carter-Finley Stadium, 4600 Trinity Rd., Raleigh | $86-$137 | Watch the Pack play during parents + families day and educator appreciation day — plus, this game is a black out.
• 2023 IBMA Bluegrass Live! powered by PNC | Friday, Sept. 29-Saturday, Sept. 30 | Times vary | Downtown Raleigh, 19 W. Hargett St., Raleigh | Free | Get ready to strum along to this giant bluegrass festival featuring plenty of live music, a business conference, and an awards ceremony.

• Adventure Awaits | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St., Raleigh | Free | Dress in your fantasy or medieval wear to celebrate castles, knights, dragons, and more through themed crafts, sword skill practice, a park quest, and magical vendors.
• Dean Lewis w/ Sara Kays | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 8 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre, 126 E. Cabarrus St., Raleigh | $28-$139 | Listen to this Australian signer perform hits like “How Do I Say Goodbye” and “Be Alright.”
• Triangle Barkitecture | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 1-5 p.m. | Fenton, 201 Fenton Gtwy. Dr., Cary | Free | Attend this one-of-a-kind pet architecture competition which raises money for local animal rescues.

• Morning Yoga on the Patio | Sunday, Oct. 1, Sunday, Oct. 8 | 10-11 a.m. | The Long Leaf Hotel, 300 N Dawson St., Raleigh | Free | Take this community yoga class where all levels are welcome; don’t forget to bring your own mat.
• Folk ‘N’ Funk Fest | Sunday, Oct. 1 | 12-7 p.m. | Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, 1930 Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh | $10-$180 | Listen to five bands perform live and enjoy delicious pizza and drinks.

• Falling for Local | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | The Big Field at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Dr., Raleigh | Free | Commemorate the start of autumn with hay rides, craft beer, inflatables, local vendors, live music, and free pumpkins.
• Moonlight in the Garden | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 5:30-8 p.m. | JC Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Rd., Raleigh | $20-$40 | Enjoy this magical night featuring the gardens lit up, live music, and roasted marshmallows — plus, this is your only chance to see the arboretum at night.

• Two floor plans (all with rooftop decks for coffee + cocktail sippin’)
• High-end finishes
• A ground floor office/flex room

Why go?

• Scottsdale and its surrounding cities like Phoenix and Tempe have something for everyone, even the kids. From golf courses, to high-end shopping and spas, to the Arizona Boardwalk, it’s simply impossible to run out of things to do both indoors (I’m looking at you, Summer) and outside.

Act like a local

• Grab pizza from Oregano’s and don’t you dare skip out on their piz-ookie for dessert.

Where to stay

• Vrbo: This Boho Arcadia Gem is a short walk to my favorite breakfast (order the Commuter with turkey, add cheese + avocado) and this must-try dinner spot. (~$125/night)*

• If you’re looking for a great tailgating grill, the Weber portable gas grill has wheels and folds up neatly.
• Keep your ketchup and mustard from running away with a condiment caddy.
• Keep flies away with mesh food covers.
• Use a cooler light for those p.m. tailgates to elevate your nighttime cooler experience.

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• Perfect for the -ber months: These stemless amber wine glasses that are dishwasher safe.

• Also perfect for the -ber months: This cozy thick knit blanket that’s buttery soft.