Get ready for a cheerful + busy season. | Photos provided by Leesville Community Turkey Trot; Red Hat Amphitheatre; RALtoday; Liz Condo Photography; and Precision Race
November is officially here, and it marks the most wonderful time of year for Raleigh. We’ve got the top events you don’t want to miss this month, all lined up like the starting line of a turkey trot.
Holiday festivities
Diwali Mela, Brier Creek Commons | Saturday, Nov. 2 | This festival of lights has all of the Diwali fun featuring a DJ, henna tattoos, giveaways, and cultural cuisine.
THE RINK, Red Hat Amphitheatre | Saturday, Nov. 23-Monday, Jan. 20 | Take a stride on ice at Raleigh’s largest seasonal outdoor ice skating rink.
Arts and music
Livingston: A Hometown Odyssey, Lincoln Theatre | Friday, Nov. 1 | Watch this Texas pop star perform hits like “Shadow” from his latest album.
P!NK, Lenovo Center | Monday, Nov. 11-Tuesday, Nov. 12 | See this rockstar perform some of her expansive hits like “So What.”
Gladys Knight, Meymandi Concert Hall | Saturday, Nov. 23 | Get a taste of the classics as Gladys Knight performs hits like “Midnight Train to Georgia.”
Turkey trots
Raleigh 8K Turkey Trot | Thursday, Nov. 28 | Register to run or be on the sidelines supporting at this annual Turkey Day run.
Trophy Trot | Thursday, Nov. 28 | Kick-off your Thanksgiving morning with a trot at Dix Park and enjoy an afterparty at Trophy Brewing’s Maywood Avenue location.
More local events
Moonlight in the Garden, JC Raulston Arboretum | Various dates | Stroll through a curated garden of lights with different food trucks each night.
THE DESSERTERY, Martin Marietta Center | Friday, Nov. 22-Monday, Dec. 23 | Indulge in this family-centered holiday-themed dessert experience.
Celebrate Diwali: The Art of Henna | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Eva Perry Regional Library, Apex | Free | Celebrate the festival of lights and drop by to explore henna art works + get your own henna done.
Stretch & Flexibility | 3-4 p.m. | Ruby Deluxe | $20 | Work out the kinks from the week’s stress with this in-depth stretch class.
First Friday Market & Movie Series | 5 p.m. | Moore Square | Free | Enjoy First Friday with a showing of “Freaky Friday” with food trucks and other vendors to shop.
NCMA to Go Activity Kits: Bejeweled Brooch | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | NC Museum of Art | Free | Reserve your spot and take your crafting to go with this take-home bejeweling kit.
North Carolina Courage vs. Washington Spirit | 7:30 p.m. | WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary | $23+ | Feel the love at the NC Courage Fan Appreciation Night with special discounts + giveaways.*
Sunday, Nov. 3
Trunkshow Vintage Spectacular | 10 a.m. | TrunkShow | Free | Head to this vintage shop for a morning of shopping clothing, houseware, and furniture, plus tarot card readings, a DJ, and more.
RH’s new North Hills location is now open in the Main District, adjacent to Village Tavern. The three-story luxury home furnishing retailer includes various showrooms + a full service restaurant on the rooftop, and — believe us it’s a beauty.
Transportation
GoRaleigh will offer free rides on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5. Find your precinct and plan your trip in advance by visiting Wake County’s site. See you at the polls.
Drink
Sips up. The Bomb Bar, a smoothie + coffee spot, is opening its first NC location in Gateway Plaza on Saturday, Nov. 16. The health-focused eatery will also feature local drinks + ingredients from local businesses like Jubala Coffee and Boulted Bread. (Raleigh Magazine)
Travel
If you’re currently sitting at RDU because your flight was canceled — we actually have good news. A new rule in the US just went into effect, and it requires airlines to automatically give you a full refund for canceled + significantly delayed flights. No refund request required.
Coming Soon
The Triangle is embracing the trend of bathhouses offering sauna + cold plunge experiences, driven by post-pandemic wellness interest. Sauna House, an Asheville-based company, is set to open a new 7,000 sqft location next month in Durham, featuring multiple saunas and cold plunge pools with more locations planned across NC. (Axios Raleigh)
Shop
Brat Summer, Demure Fall, and now Mob Wives Winter? Grab your animal prints and oversized sunglasses for Sip + Shop Raleigh’s free Mob Wives Market and Garden Party. Score luxury fashion, vintage clothing from Sai Sei Upcycle, gifts + more on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 11 to 3 p.m. at 712 S. East St.*
Inflation may be cooling, but car insurance premiums aren’t. Why? All insurance is now priced in real-time — so repair times, parts shortages, and credit scores all play a part in the final price. Take Money’s questionnaire on your best car insurance experience to see if you can save.*
Job
We’re looking for a rising star media seller to be our Sales Executive in charge of National Brand Partnerships with a primary focus on sports newsletters. Apply to join the 6AM City team.
The Buy
The Buy
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I had the pleasure of viewing the new RH location before it opened today, and it is stunning. What wowed me most were the intricate light fixtures specifically curated for each room. You haveto see if for yourself.
