Grab a glass of NA wine or a low-ABV cocktail at Sixty Vines, one of Raleigh’s hottest newcomers. | Photos provided by Sixty Vines
You might be kicking off 2026 with Dry January, a wellness event that challenges you to go a month without alcohol, or simply skipping alcohol right now — and Raleigh’s bevvy of zero-proof options makes that goal easy. Check out these 10 spots to grab a drink, sans alcohol.
The Parlor at Heights House | Cocktail bar
Enjoy a nonalcoholic approach to flavorful drinks like the Martini & Rossi Floreale Spritz made with zero-proof apertivo.
Sixty Vines | Wine bar
This new North Hills spot might not stand out as a Dry January spot, but the wine bar is featuring zero-proof, low-ABV, and juice-forward options, including nonalcoholic wines and the Shirley after Dark, a low-ABV red Negroni.
Umbrella Dry Bar | Pop-up zero-proof bar
Catch this pop-up at one of its events, like Visionary Vibes at Downtown Cary Park on Friday, Jan. 9.
ICYMI, Clyde Cooper’s is moving from Wilmington Street, and the storied barbecue spot has found a new home in Quail Corners in North Raleigh, also home to Big Ed’s and Deja Brew. Clyde Cooper’s first announced plans to move in 2023, citing concerns about foot traffic and crime. (CBS 17)
Travel
Construction started this week on RDU’s $2.5 billion expansion project, and while the project won’t be completed until 2032, flyers will see changes even sooner. Plans include the new, longer runway that will give Terminal 2 room to expand, an upgraded baggage claim area, and a new international arrivals space. (WRAL)
Community
The City of Raleigh is warning locals about fake QR codes on downtown parking spots. Physical meters or the Passport parking app are the only payment methods used by the city for street parking — some garages use their own QR codes. If you encounter a phony QR code, notify the Raleigh Police Department. (The News & Observer)
Development
The City of Raleigh is working on its 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, and you can contribute. Take the Annual Affordable Housing and Community Needs Survey to help decide how local funds will be distributed for housing, homelessness, and low- to moderate-income neighborhoods. Take the survey.
Sports
The Carolina Panthers clinched the NFC South championship title for the first time since 2015, and 2003 before that. The Panthers will take on the Los Angeles Rams this Saturday at home — tune in from a local sports bar and cheer on the home team. (ESPN)
Community
A local skatepark in Boylan Heights — no bigger than a volleyball court — pays homage to 28 departed skateboarders while building local community. Check out the park and its touching memorials. (The News & Observer)
Patrick Shanahan, the mind behind Watts & Ward, Peregrine, and the new chic Capulet Cocktail Club, is opening an elevated cocktail space in the former Fox Liquor Bar space underneath Beasley’s.
Rosebud, named after the iconic “Citizen Kane” symbol, will be a sophisticated mid-century cocktail bar with an extensive vinyl collection, a “dealer’s choice” menu option for adventurous drinkers, and an ever-changing menu. Rosebud opens on Valentine’s Day — we can’t wait to get a taste.
Good morning, Raleigh! I hope you’re settling back into your routines after the holidays — I’m needing a pick-me-up from a local cafe, like the pork belly breakfast burrito from Jubala. Pick a random coffee shop from our local guide to get your own morning fuel.
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