Art in Bloom is Wednesday, March 15-Sunday, March 19. | Photo by RALtoday
Break out your new 2025 calendar and start planning for the biggest and best events around Raleigh. Pro tip: Bookmark this article and see just how many events you can attend in the City of Oaks this year.
Heads up: Not all of these events have a set date yet and are subject to change.
24th Annual African American Cultural Celebration, NC Museum of History | Jan. 25 | Commemorate African American history + kick off Black History Month with this celebration of the contributions African American people have made in NC.
Krispy Kreme Challenge, downtown Raleigh | Feb. 1 | This annual tradition, started by NC State students, has runners race to the Peace Street Krispy Kreme, eat a dozen hot + fresh donuts, and run back. Plus, the challenge raises funds for the NC Children’s Hospital.
Art in Bloom, NC Museum of Art | March 19-23 | This fundraising festival shows the artistry of local floral designers next to the collection’s stunning masterpieces.
First Friday at Curate | 6-9 p.m. | Curate | Free | Shop 40+ local vendors, try permanent jewelry, and enjoy a complimentary bev to ring in January.
The Rink | Through Monday, Jan. 20 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Red Hat Amphitheater | $15 | Lace up your skates, grab some hot cocoa, and hit the ice at this unique rink.
But did you know the Raleigh-based biz also features a fab food menu?
From breakfast and lunch faves to freshly made sweets, they’ve got options for all hours of the day.
Start your morning right
Up for an early flight? Pair that cup of joe with herby mayo and brioche bread bacon, egg & cheese sandwich.
Looking for a lighter start? Their creamy avocado toast is so good you’ll almost forget you’re about to board a plane.
Midday cravings, solved
For lunch, we especially love the turkey-ham medley in the Black & White Club. But you also can’t go wrong with their twist on the classic BLT.
Pro tip: If you’re a chicken salad fan, Black and White’s is a can’t-miss.
Sweeten the deal
Finally, for those of us with a major sweet tooth, flaky croissants, cheese danishes, and fresh cookies from local bakery Union Special really hit the spot.
The Triangle’s forecast is making snow look possible for Raleigh. Tomorrow’s forecast has a high of just 39 degrees and an overnight low of 24. If enough moisture accumulates, we might just get our first snow since early 2022. Check out our guide to weather this season to read more local predictions. (The News & Observer)
Travel
Raleigh’s furriest travelers will have a new place to relieve themselves at RDU by next summer. The airport is adding two new Service Animal Relief Areas with easy-to-clean floors in Terminal 1 and 2. (The News & Observer)
Coming Soon
James Beard nominated chef Preeti Waas will open another new spot at Hub RTP — a bodega called Nanny Goat that will serve pre-packaged sandwiches, soups, and more with international flavors for the bustling folks in RTP. Waas will also open a new Cheeni location at the RTP development. (Triangle Business Journal)
Closed
Popular deli Mookie’s has closed its Cary location. The deli opened in summer 2020 and served New York-style sandwiches, pastrami, corned beef, and more. (Triangle Business Journal)
Seasonal
Illuminate Art Walk is still shining brighter than ever. Explore downtown Raleigh through 19 light-based art pieces from local and international artists, on display now through Monday, Jan. 6. See the lights before they go out.*
Try This
If eating healthier is on your list of New Year’s resolutions, consider adding this pesto chicken wrap or chipotle chicken quinoa bowl to your 2025 rotation. Both are good for your heart (and tastebuds).*
Shop
Treat the movie lover in your life to an AMC Stubs A-List™ membership this holiday season. Enjoy up to three movies a week in formats like Dolby Cinema® and IMAX®. Choose a three-, six-, or 12-month subscription, sent instantly via email, or opt for gift cards. Give the gift of movie magic.*
Listen
Did you hear that? Unlike most hearing aids, the Horizon IX uses dual processors to separate speech from noise, delivering twice the speech clarity and crispness. Experience the ultimate hearing solution.*
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The New River Gorge Bridge is the fifth largest arch bridge in the world. | Photo by RALtoday
Hey, Raleigh. It’s good to be back. During a trip through West Virginia last week, my family made a stop at New River Gorge National Park, one of our newest national parks, and it was breathtaking. I can’t wait to visit again and soak in more of that outdoorsy wonderland — but Raleigh’s got some of its own natural beauty, too.
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