12.14.2023

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Umbrella Dry Bar is opening in the former Garland space with a New Year’s Eve soiree. | Courtesy of Umbrella Dry Bar

Hi folks, City Editor Allie here. Can you believe this is one of the last weekends before the holiday season really ramps up? Plan away your winter FOMO with a stroll through Illuminate Art Walk downtown, watch a variety of holiday-themed shows, or head to PNC Arena to watch a Canes game.

With just over two weeks left in the year, it might be time to plan your New Year’s Eve, too. Thankfully, we’ve got you covered with nine festivities in Raleigh. Here’s two to get excited about:

Head to Umbrella Dry Bar’s zero-proof space for a ticketed New Year’s Eve party before a grand opening on Sunday, Jan. 5. Get tickets for the event and peruse the menu before stopping into this unique alcohol-free environment.

Get the party started early with a special brunch at Cucciolo Terrazza. This three-course champagne-centric brunch will feature Moët and Chandon as a fizzy end-of-year treat. Keep reading for more to-dos.

Events

Friday, Dec. 15

GingerBuild Houses & Hops | Friday, Dec. 15 | 7-9 p.m. | Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh | $25 | Decorate your own edible gingerbread house at this special 21+ holiday event.
Illuminate Art Walk | Friday, Dec. 15-Monday, Dec. 18 | Dusk-11 p.m. | Fayetteville Street, Raleigh | Free | Explore a variety of large-scale installations that glow in the night throughout the city.
Cary Night Market | Friday, Dec. 15 | 5 p.m. | The Night Market Co., 310 S. Academy St., Cary | Free | Find locally crafted goods and enjoy music and entertainment in downtown Cary.

Saturday, Dec. 16

Artspace Holiday Market | Saturday, Dec. 16 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Artspace, 201 E. Davie St., Raleigh | Free | Sip mulled wine + other bevs while shopping from dozens of local artists.
Kill ‘Em With Kindness Drag Brunch | Saturday, Dec. 16 | 11:30 a.m. | Fox Liquor Bar, 237 S. Wilmington St. Raleigh | $50 | Gather down in the den (below Beasley’s) for a day of food, drink, and drag.
Raleigh Holiday Sip N’ Stroll Treasure Hunt| Saturday, Dec. 16 | 2-3 p.m. | Crank Arm Brewing, 319 W. Davie St., Raleigh | $12-$20 | Complete festive puzzles and challenges throughout downtown to get into the holiday spirit.

Sunday, Dec. 17

Fall/Winter Project Circle | Sunday, Dec. 17 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Green Road Community Library, 4101 Green Rd., Raleigh | Join your fellow crafters and share your progress on winter crochet, knitting, needlepoint, and more projects.
Home for the Holidays | Sunday, Dec. 17 | 4-5:30 p.m. | Jones Theater, Ravenscroft School, 7409 Falls of Neuse Rd., Raleigh | $0-$25 | Enjoy a concert of holiday favorites performed by the Triangle Brass Band.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals | Sunday, Dec. 17 | Times vary | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $42-$350 | Watch the Canes challenge the Caps on home ice.

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Great Escapes

Our guide to Palm Springs, CA

Great Escapes: Our guide to Palm Springs, CA

Check out that skyline. | Photo by @chad.vh

Feeling chilly in Raleigh? Take a trip to the Golden State + use these tips to act like a local in between long sessions of poolside lounging.

Why go? Press play on the Palm Springs International Film Festival, which runs Thursday, Jan. 5-Monday, Jan. 16 and features guests like Colin Farrell and Anna Kendrick.
Act like a local: Hike through Joshua Tree National Park where you can explore the beauty of the desert’s flora and fauna.
Where to stay: Vrbo: Mediterranean villa (~$882/night)*

More Palm Springs tips

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