Hey Raleigh — happy Saturday. Whether you’re braving the rain at Hopscotch, settling in for the Duke’s Mayo Classic with NC State vs. Tennessee, or scrambling to find something fun to do on a rainy day, we’re here with this weekend’s best events, our top stories, and more.
Totscotch | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Marbles Kids Museum | Free | Have the kids get in on the Hopscotch fun with this free, kid-friendly event with food vendors, musicians, and more.
Raleigh Foodie Fare | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Raleigh Iron Works | Free | Show up hungry to this mini food truck rodeo featuring food + art vendors, drinks, and more.
NC Vintage Bazaar | Saturday, Sept. 7-Sunday, Sept. 8 | NC State Fairgrounds | $10-$27 | Shop the largest vintage market in NC with curated tees, jackets, accessories, and more finds.
Summer Concert Series: Capital Transit | Sunday, Sept. 8, Sunday, Sept. 15, Sunday, Sept. 22 | 6-8 p.m. | Fred Fletcher Park | Free | Enjoy some tunes at this chill park.
Plan Ahead
Hans Zimmer Live | Tuesday, Sept. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | PNC Arena | $54.50-$154.50 | From “The Lion King” to “Dune,” watch the musical master perform his most well-known and award-winning scores.
Willow House Coffee, previously a mobile coffee shop, has revealed its plans for a new brick-and-mortar shop. The new space will offer a place for community gatherings with events and activities to build connections.
Traffic
The new stretch of 540’s opening date has been set in stoneasphalt. The 18-mile addition to the expressway will open at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25 after a tropical storm delayed the initial opening date. The road will now extend through Apex and Holly Springs to Johnston County. (The News & Observer)
Community
The downtown dinos are here to stay. The three topiary dinosaurs popping up through downtown Raleigh are set to stay through the end of 2024. Learn more about Bex, Trish, and Pterry (pronounced Terry) and where to find them.
Arts
Have you seen Boylan Bridge’s new look? Local artist Jonathan Massullo has painted a colorful mural on the iconic bridge with nods to Boylan Heights’ history, trains, and more artistic expressions of Raleigh. (Raleigh Magazine)
Open
A new Colombian eatery is expanding to Raleigh, offering three meals a day — expect modernized, vibrant Colombian food and baked goods. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
It takes a village, as they say. As proud Raleighites, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died.
If you don’t like chicken and waffles, try the classic fried chicken at Beasley’s Chicken + Honey. | Photo by RALtoday
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Raleigh. Check out this list of 25+ places where a lunch for one costs $12 or less.
Fast and casual
A Place at the Table, 300 W. Hargett St., Ste. 50 | This pay-what-you-can cafe offers homecooked meals for everyone, regardless of means.
Carroll’s Kitchen, 19 E. Martin St. | Carroll’s provides employment to women in crisis and serves delish sandwiches, soups, and salads.
⭐️ The creamy chicken velvet soup is a fan favorite.
The Pizza Times, 210 S. Wilmington St. | Enjoy a one-topping slice, salad, and drink meal for just $8.
Southern fare
Beasley’s Chicken + Honey, 237 S. Wilmington St. | Don’t miss the chicken salad sandwich with an added piece of crispy chickenskin.
Iyla’s Southern Kitchen, in Morgan Street Food Hall, 411 W. Morgan St. | Try the NC shrimp burger for locally sourced seafood on a budget.
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