🏈 Tailgates, pigskins, and rivalries as old as time
We’re gearing up for another season of Wolfpack football. | Photo provided by NC State Athletics
The Triangle football season kicks off tomorrow with the Wolfpack facing ECU at Carter-Finley — here’s all you need to know about NC State’s season.
Remember CJ Bailey? He’s back as QB1 for the 2025 season, and last year, he threw the most yards in one game against Syracuse as a true freshman since Philip Rivers in 2000. The last Pirates and Pack meet-up ended in a brawl at the 2024 Military Bowl, so we might see some increased tension on the field.
Aside from the typical ACC games, don’t miss the first-ever match-up between NC State and Campbell. Despite being a stone’s throw away in Buies Creek, the Fighting Camels and Wolfpack have never played each other in football.
Allie, here — as usual, I’m excited to see the Pack take on UNC, and there are still seats available for the Saturday, Nov. 29 game. Between you and me? I don’t think Bill Belichick has a shot in Carter-Finley.
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RLT’s The Wheels on the Bus | 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. | Raleigh Little Theater | $7+ | Help the bus driver navigate his route and sing along — this play is for kiddos zero to five years old.
Woodburn your own Charcuterie Board | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co. | $76 | Come create an Instagram-worthy wood-burned charcuterie board.
Thursday, Aug. 28
“Jaws” 50th Anniversary in IMAX | Thursday, Aug. 28-Sunday, Aug. 31 | Times vary | Marbles IMAX | $10+ | Celebrate 50 years of this bloody classic in IMAX.
“Sign O’ The Times” | Thursday, Aug. 28-Sunday, Aug. 31 | Times vary | Marbles IMAX | $10+ | Watch this breathtaking documentary + concert film about Prince with tracks like “If I Was Your Girlfriend” and “U Got The Look” on Raleigh’s only true IMAX screen.
Living in the Pasta | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Wyntons World Cooking School, Cary | $85 | Learn how to create pasta from scratch with the help of chef Wynton.
Sunset Social | Thursday, Aug. 28, Thursday, Sept. 25, Thursday, Oct. 23 | 4-8 p.m. | The Bend Bar | Free | Shop local artisans and grab a beer from this local fave.
Friday, Aug. 29
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show | Friday, Aug. 29-Monday, Sept. 1 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Kerr Scott Building, North Carolina State Fairgrounds | $8 | Explore a wide selection of jewelry, gemstones, pearls, and more.
Trophy is adding a prized new spot to its repertoire. | Photo by John Hansen
Opening
Trophy Brewing‘s new restaurant + taproom will open in Five Points in October in the 22,000 sqft former Electric Supply Co. building next to Ajja. This marks Trophy’s seventh space in Raleigh and will double as an event venue with indoor + outdoor spaces. Plus, expect more barrel-aged spirits and beers with all that ample storage.
Try This
The World’s Largest Bounce House is coming to Raleigh Sept. 19-21 with 24,000 sqft of bouncy fun and a 900-foot obstacle course. You’ll find this one-of-a-kind experience at Lakeside Retreats, between Knightdale and Clayton, and tickets are on sale now.
Coming Soon
Cook Out is expanding its Western Boulevard footprint by taking over the Subway next to its existing location for Taco Roos with menu items all under $3.99 each. Plus, the New Bern Avenue location is currently closed and redirecting customers to the new location next door that has Roo’s Chicken signage. (Triangle Business Journal)
Ranked
Raleigh Magazine released its Best Restaurants of 2025, and St. Roch topped the list for its NOLA-inspired seafood and decor to match. Read on to see what eats are trending in Raleigh, stretching from the Mediterranean to India.
History
A WWII subchaser has sat in the Cape Fear River near Fayetteville for 80 years. Why? (The News & Observer)
Trending
Does a certain celebrity engagement have you itching to tie the knot? We’ve got a full list of the best wedding venues in Raleigh fit for even a pop star and football player.
Eat
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Announced
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The Buy
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Y’all — I can’t believe how many live music events are coming to Raleigh in September. If I weren’t headed to Hopscotch and another out-of-town fest, I’d be picking up tickets for Rilo Kiley, The Marías, and James Taylor. Check out our Plan Ahead and let me know which concerts you’re attending next month.
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