Current Wellness offers group classes like strength, yoga, and Pilates. | Photo by KieChey Photography
April showers bring May flowers, but we still want to go out and have some fun when it’s raining. We’re here to help with 20+ indoor, rainy day activities to make the most of a gloomy day in Raleigh.
For the competitors
Pin Point | Bring your pickleball paddles + golf clubs inside for some athletic fun, regardless of the weather.
Topgolf | Swing your best shot in a covered bay with food, inventive games, and even heat lamps if it’s chilly.
For a shopping spree
Crabtree Valley Mall | This fully enclosed mall is the largest in the Triangle and home to top retailers like Brahmin, Coach, and Michael Kors.
Father and Son | You’re sure to find some unique, one-of-a-kind treasures at this vintage shop. The home goods section is our favorite.
For the athletes
Cirque de Vol | While you’re at this unique studio, give Capoeira and aerial arts a try.
Current Wellness. | Join a fitness, yoga, or dance class in this inclusive space.
Visit the Easter Bunny | Through Saturday, April 19 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Crabtree Valley Mall | $20+ | Bring the kiddos to get a pic with the Easter Bunny.
Tuesday, April 8
Books & Bingo | 2-3 p.m. | Richard B. Harrison Community Library | Free | This adults + seniors event promises book discussion, three rounds of bingo, and prizes.
Official Canes Watch Party | 7-10 p.m. | Carolina Ale House, Cary | Free | Watch the game with fellow Caniacs complete with raffles, giveaways, and Stormy himself.
Wednesday, April 9
Kings Patio Party Networking Social | 5:30-7 p.m. | Kings Dining & Entertainment | $10 | Connect with other local professionals courtesy of the Midtown Raleigh Alliance — this event is free for MRA members.
Peter Lamb and the Wolves | 5:45 p.m. | Booth Amphitheatre, Cary | $8+ | Relax with this local jazz fave.
Wellness Wednesdays are held on the sunny lawn of Midtown Park. | Photos provided by North Hills
Sun’s out, fun’s out.
Spring events are back at North Hills — meaning months of music, markets, weekly pop-ups, and all-out anniversary celebrations. We’re most looking forward to:
Wellness Wednesdays | April 2 - June 18 | Twelve outdoor sessions featuring a variety of fun fitness concepts taught by popular fitness partners.
Midtown Beach Music | Thursday, April 10 - June 26 | Back for its 16th season, this beloved live music series features regional artists, food trucks + family-friendly outdoor vibes.
Midtown Farmers Market | April 12 – November 1 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Shop fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, and more from 35+ local vendors.
One Year in the Alley | Saturday, April 5 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Celebrating one year of Makers Alley in North Hills Innovation District, this carnival-themed event features local vendors, live music, food trucks, and more.
The Crunkleton will open its doors in Raleigh tomorrow, April 8 in Smoky Hollow near Madre + Hause of Dogs — nab a reservation. This nationally acclaimed watering hole will serve a full menu, including steaks, oysters, and hearth-fired wings.
Try This
The Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show returns to Raleigh this upcoming weekend with the twin sisters from HGTV’s “Unsellable Houses” and ideas that’ll have you itching for a renovation. Tickets start at $13 on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the NC State Fairgrounds.
Sports
Women’s Wolfpack players Azaiah James and Madison Hayes have declared for the WNBA Draft, set for next Monday, April 14. James is predicted to go in the first or second round, and Hayes is projected to go later or undrafted. (The News & Observer)
Biz
Hey founders — Raleigh-Durham Startup Week starts today through Friday, April 11, and it’s free. Connect with other entrepreneurs and hear from 100+ speakers across the Triangle to help grow your business. Register now.
Ranked
Niche.com ranked Cary as the No. 1 place to live in NC, No. 28 nationally — and Apex + Morrisville rank No. 2 and 3, respectively. If you’ve seen Downtown Cary Park, you might know why, but we think its proximity to Raleigh might have something to do with it, too. (Triangle Business Journal)
Mansion Monday
Have you been dreaming of two acres all to yourself? We’ve got the perfect home for you. Positioned near Poole + Falls lakes, 1416 Barony Lake Way is a charming, south Georgia-inspired estate with 5 beds and 8 baths. Check the price tag.
Announced
Calling all business owners and hiring managers — we’re growing our RALtoday Job Board, which means you can post unlimited job listings for free. No tricks or gimmicks — simply create an account and start posting your open jobs.
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Sports
🏀 Duke downed
Star Cooper Flagg has led the Blue Devils through the NCAA Championship and is projected to go first in the NBA Draft. | Photos via Duke Athletics
The Blue Devils lost to No. 1 seed Houston on Saturday night in San Antonio, marking the end of Duke’s season and likely freshman Cooper Flagg’s college career.
Duke was previously favored to cut down the nets, but Houston mounted a miraculous comeback. In the last minute of Saturday’s game, the Cougars pulled ahead on a 9-0 run to secure a spot in the championship game against Florida.
After being crowned Naismith College Player of the Year, Flagg is projected to go first in the NBA Draft this summer and should declare for the draft soon. Flagg averaged 19.2 points per game this season and was the highest rated recruit in the 2024 class.
The Buy
The Buy
If you’re eager to give your friends or loved ones a fun, spring-themed gift, why not make them a seasonal basket of goodies? Here’s some inspiration to get you started:
🧺 Start with a sturdy woven basket that they can reuse as a versatile storage solution.
🍊 Add this refreshing room diffuser with notes of green tea, cotton, and orange peel.
🌱 Include “The Complete Gardener’s Guide” so they can learn everything they need to create their perfect garden.
🌷 Throw in this Amazon exclusive set of floral Happy Socks.
🍬 Complete the basket with the best-selling Owala FreeSip in the fun Candy Store colorway.
By now, you probably know where my local basketball allegiances lie, but I have to say, I was liking this Duke crew.
One more local March Madness tidbit: UConn women’s basketball star freshman + Freshman of the Year Sarah Strong is from Durham, was North Carolina Miss Basketball twice, went to Fuquay-Varina High School for a year, and her dad was an NC State basketball player.
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