Local Things To Do

Local Things To Do In Raleigh

We’ve got your weekend lineup Raleigh! Check out these local options to keep you busy this weekend!

You made it to the weekend! From the return of The Great Cover Up at King’s to pop-up markets and workshops, there are plenty of local things to do this weekend! Don’t forget to check off your Raleigh Bingo squares while you’re out and about!

The Great Cover Up 2024 at Kings 2/23-2/25
The Great Cover Up is BACK at Kings this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! Email kingscoverup@gmail.com if you’re interested in performing. Tickets are sold at the door only, so get there early! $10/person. 7:30pm
More info:https://www.kingsraleigh.com/shows/the-great-cover-up-2024/

Hightop Burger at Hartwell 2/23
Hightop Burger returns to Hartwell with their delicious smash burger! 5pm-9pm

United by Hockey at Fenton 2/23
Celebrate the trailblazers, changemakers, and business leaders of hockey at the United by Hockey Mobile Museum and the Carolina Hurricanes Storm trailer. 3pm-7pm
More info:
https://www.nhl.com/community/united-by-hockey

Raised Bed Gardening Class at Logan’s 2/24
Deb Nelson, a renowned gardening expert, will share her tips and tricks on how to create and maintain beautiful raised beds. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, this event at Logan’s Garden Shop is perfect for you! Learn about the benefits of raised bed gardening, including improved soil quality and better drainage. Discover the best plants to grow in raised beds and how to maximize your harvest. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your gardening skills and meet fellow plant enthusiasts. 3:30pm-5pm. Tickets:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/raised-bed-gardening-with-deb-nelson-tickets-811391954177?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Fundraiser at North Raleigh Hibernian 2/24
Help support the traditional Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade by joining this fundraiser at the North Raleigh Hibernian! Enjoy an afternoon filled with Irish culture and fun, featuring lively Irish dancers, the soul-stirring melodies of bagpipers, and an array of exciting raffles with fantastic prizes up for grabs! Get ready to win Guinness glasses, mirrors, gift cards, baskets of cheer, and more! Let’s come together to support a cherished tradition and make this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade the best one yet! 3pm-6pm https://www.facebook.com/events/900285398258747?ref=newsfeed

Coffee Truck and Plant Sale at Riparian Provision Co. 2/24
Willow House Coffee Truck will be serving amazing coffee and pastries at 9am. The plant sale kicks off at 10am. 20% off all indoor plants, planters, and plant accessories such as plant food, soil, and tools.
More info.
https://www.instagram.com/p/C3jGtH-OnII/?igsh=cHloaWlic3V4OHkz

Deciduous Conifer Grafting Workshop at JC Raulston Arboretum 2/24
Learn to graft ginkgo, bald cypress, and dawn redwood from Leanne Kenealy Atkins, Specialty Grafter and Horticulturist. She will discuss and demonstrate grafting techniques and will individually assist each participant as they graft their own plants! Each participant will graft a minimum of two plants of each species, taking home 6 plants. $150 for members; $200 for nonmembers. 10am-12:30pm.
Tickets
https://jcra.ncsu.edu/events/details.php?ID=3454

Peyton’s Place BBQ at the State Fairgrounds 2/24-25
Peyton’s Place BBQ will be at the NC state fairgrounds for the Raleigh flea market from 9am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday.
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/p/C3iuVtTvvoB/?igsh=c2hwYzMzanR5a3Np

Love Yourself Market at Raleigh Brewing 2/24
Grab your girlfriends and treat yourself at Raleigh Brewing’s Galentine’s themed Self-Care Market curated with goods from local artisans!
Vendors:
Flower bouquets from Wendellful Blooms
Tarot Card Readings from Carolina Mystic
Resin gifts from Unbothered Goods
Bath & body care from Marigold Essentials
Jewelry from Designs by Noelle
Gourmet popcorn from Ella’s Popcorn

They’ll have Biscuit Yo onsite to serve up all your brunch needs – pair it with a mimosa or Raleigh Brewing’s new raspberry sour while you stroll around the market! 12pm-3pm
More info:
https://www.facebook.com/events/691446269522158/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_local_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

 Canes vs. Dallas at PNC Arena 2/24 
Watch the Canes face off against Dallas at PNC Arena. Be sure to check out local food options from The BBQ Lab, Gonza Tacos, and Two Roosters. 7pm
Tickets
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2D005EF4A0163FCB?brand=carolinahurricanes&artistid=805908&wt.mc_id=NHL_TEAM_CAR_SCHEDULE_GM30&utm_source=nhl.com&utm_medium=client&utm_campaign=NHL_TEAM_CAR&utm_content=SCHEDULE_GM30

Honey & Bee Workshop at Atlantic Gardening 2/24
Learn all about honeybees, the honey process, and sample signature honey flavors during this workshop by Tim from NC Country Roads Honey! This class includes one jar of NC Country Roads Wildflower Pure Honey. Tim will have his signature flavors set up for you to sample, and will be available for purchase. $30/person. 2pm-3pm
More info:
https://www.atlanticgardening.com/event-calendar

Kids Pop Ups at Hartwell 2/25
Hartwell’s favorite pop up bookshop Mrs. Chavez Reads will be on site with the amazing Astrid & Friends selling her handmade children’s clothing. Willow House Coffee will be on site with coffee drinks. Urban Pothos closes out the day with a workshop at 5pm

Grateful Dub w/ Roots of Creation at Lincoln Theatre 2/25
Grateful Dub captures the spirit of the Grateful Dead, while laying it down reggae-dub style. 7pm.
Tickets:
https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/30077031/grateful-dub-a-reggaeinfused-tribute-to-the-grateful-dead-wroots-of-creation-the-quasi-kings-raleigh-lincoln-theatre?partner_id=100&_gl=1*ethe3o*_ga*MTU1NjI5OTkxOC4xNzA2NzE4MzQ3*_ga_RWT47XCJBE*MTcwODQ0MjA1NC41LjAuMTcwODQ0MjA1NC42MC4wLjA.

Live Music
2/23 Peekaboo w/ LYNY – Lincoln Theatre 9pm Tickets

2/23 Babe Haven – The Pour House 8pm Tickets

2/24 Kaivon w/ Drezo – Lincoln Theatre 9pm Tickets

2/24 Black Surfer with Lonnie Walker, Ribs – The Pour House 8pm Tickets

2/25 Grateful Dub w/ Roots of Creation – Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets

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