🌻 Don’t dream it’s over | Dreamville Festival, founded by NC native + Grammy-winning artist J. Cole, will host its fifth and final event on April 5 and 6 at Dix Park.
🥘 Calling all home chefs | A new concept is coming to Raleigh in the shape of Hone-Sharpen, a multi-kitchen studio founded by Durham native chef Cherisse Byers. The new foodie attraction is slated for an early 2025 debut at Smoky Hollow.
🔥 New Mexican restaurant | Raleigh Iron Works’ new addition, Little Rey, is serving up fiery bites in a cool, Texas-inspired setting, and you might recognize some flavors from a nearby restaurant.
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Saturday, Dec. 14
“Cinderella” | Through Sunday, Dec. 22 | Raleigh Little Theater | $30 | Celebrate 40 years of this classic rendition at this community theater.
Santa’s Trolley | Saturday, Dec. 14-Sunday, Dec. 15 | 5-8 p.m. | Mordecai Historic Park | $15 | Hop aboard the Raleigh Trolley to help find Santa — arrive early or stay after to enjoy a s’more.
Sunday, Dec. 15
Birth-Tay: A Dance Night | 7 p.m. | The Pour House Music Hall | $12+ | We’re gonna party like it’s Taylor’s birthday at this 21+ dance night.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Columbus Blue Jackets | 5 p.m. | Lenovo Center | $35+ | The Canes will meet the Blue Jackets and attempt to secure their spot in the Metropolitan Division rankings.
DIY Chunky Knit Blankets | 1-3 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co. | $29+ | Cozy up under your own homemade blanket this winter.
Elevate Dinner Party | 6-10 p.m. | Flour and Barrel | $55 | Mingle with Raleigh’s young professionals + tastemakers — dinner at this hot Italian eatery is included with your ticket
Yoga + Soundbath | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Unity Wellness Center | $25+ | Gentle yoga movements and a healing sound bath will help you meditate and bring you to harmony.
Fluffy friends are welcome at every Hawthorne community. | Image by 6AM City
We’re big believers in community connectivity — that’s why we’ve partnered with Hawthorne at Traditions to give away $1,000 worth of gift cards to local spots we love.
Hawthorne at Traditions is a brand-new Wake Forest community that is all about bringing hands-on experiences directly to residents’ front doors.
From pop-up partnerships with local businesses to regular community events, their culture of collaboration and socially inspired amenities help build meaningful connections inside Traditions and beyond.
Our lucky winner will get the chance to explore + enjoy:
White Street Brewing Company
Strike and Barrel
Farm Table
Norse Brewing Company
Paul and Jack Bakery
Wake Forest Coffee Company
Brookfields Indoor Golf and Lounge
Two Roosters Ice Cream
The Cotton Company
Over the Falls
Unwined on White
Ready to start experiencing the Triangle? Head to our RALtoday Instagram account, click on the pinned giveaway post, and follow the instructions to enter.
This giveaway ends on Friday, Dec. 20 at noon + our random winner will be announced on Monday, Dec. 23.
347,360. That’s how many people rode on Amtrak’s Carolinian route in 2024, up 10% from last year. The Carolinian stops here in Raleigh and connects to cities like New York, Richmond, and Charlotte.
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Wondering what was on Raleighites’ minds this year? According to Google Year in Search 2024, people in our city were searching for things like “early voting near me” and doing their research on Olympians like Simone Biles and Scottie Scheffler.
You’ve heard of Barbenheimer and Glicked, now brace for… Babyratu? Snag an advanced ticket to see Nicole Kidman in “Babygirl” or check out some of our local indie theaters for an upcoming “Nosferatu” viewing.
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This could be you cheersing on the Trolley Pub. | Photo courtesy of Trolley Pub Raleigh
Whether you’re a lifelong Raleighite longing to embrace your inner tourist, or you have a limited amount of time in the City of Oaks, here are 20+ tours of Raleigh guaranteed to show you the sights you want to see.
🍽️ Eat and drink
Axes and Ales | $290 for up to 12 people | Party like a firefighter on this authentic fire engine touring downtown.
City Brew Tours | $99 per person | This tour features 16 beers, a fully paired meal, and VIP access to four Raleigh breweries.
Taste Raleigh | $79+ per person | Stop by five local restaurants for a bite and a small bev. If you’re looking to get acquainted with the food scene here, this tour is for you.
Trolley Pub Public Tour | $39+ per person | Pedal your way through downtown while stopping for drinks along the way.
Touch screen compatible gloves. Beat winter dryness + rough skin by keeping hands protected when you’re out and about, thanks to gloves that still let you use your phone.
The name on everybody’s lips in the Carolinas is Bill Belichick, and while I can’t say I’m overjoyed as an NC State fan, it would be pretty exciting to say we beat a six-time Super Bowl champ. Plus, the 2025 Wolfpack and UNC matchup might happen in a newly renamed stadium. Psst... brush up on your local sports knowledge with our guide to all teams pro, college, and minor.
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Which performer hasn’t headlined Dreamville Festival?
It’s Kendrick Lamar. At the 2024 festival, J. Cole publicly apologized to the “Not Like Us” rapper after releasing a diss track — maybe they’ll make up at the 2025 festival.
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