Local Things To Do

Not sure what to do this weekend? You’re in luck! From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to the return of Pop-Up Raleigh, there’s a TON of fun to be had this weekend in Raleigh. Check out our roundup of Local Things To Do!

St. Patrick’s Day at O’Malley’s 3/15-3/17
Eat, Drink, and be Irish! Don’t miss this 3-Day event with green beer, live music, and lots of shenanigans at O’Malley’s!

Art in Bloom at the NCMA 3/15-3/17
It’s the tenth edition of Art in Bloom at the NCMA! Art in Bloom is a five-day floral fundraiser in support of the Museum’s arts programming. Art in Bloom 2024 celebrates the North Carolina Museum of Art’s 100th anniversary with additional large installations portraying the decades from the 1920s through the 2020s. Tickets

Kids EveryWEAR Sale at South Hills Mall 3/15-3/17
The Kids EveryWEAR Sale features kids’ clothing and children’s shoes and accessories, toys, infant equipment, play equipment, books, and nursery furniture. Voted as the BEST Children’s Consignment Sale in the NC Triangle! Event runs through March 17! More info.

40th Annual Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade 3/16
Downtown will come alive with Irish tradition as the 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes over the City of Oaks. Raleigh’s parade is a celebration for all to share in ‘being Irish for the day’. The parade kicks off at 10:00AM at the intersection of Hillsborough and Salisbury Streets, going around the State Capitol, turning onto Fayetteville Street and ending at Lenoir Street. This year, they won’t have motorized vehicles but they will celebrate true Irish spirit with Dancers, Marching Bands, Skaters, lots of dogs, and much more! Join in on the Official After Party at Hibernian Pub at 311 Glenwood Ave, where the entertainment will continue with live music, dancers, bagpipers and more! More info.

St. Paddy’s Block Party at The Hibernian Pub Downtown 3/16
Enjoy a day filled with live music, Irish dancers, bagpipes, and plenty of Guinness at The Hibernian! 12pm-Close More info.

Pop-Up Raleigh at Trophy Maywood 3/16
Pop-Up Raleigh is back! Enjoy food trucks, beers, and over 45 local vendors at Trophy on Maywood. 12pm-5pm More info. 

Paddy on the Green Festival at Lafayette Village 3/16
Enjoy live music, food, and fun for the entire family! Be sure to RSVP for your chance to win a $100 gift card to your favorite Lafayette Village shop! 12pm-4pm More info. 

Sam Mewis Night – NC Courage vs. Houston Dash 3/16
Join the NC Courage in honoring Sam Mewis as the inaugural inductee of the ‘Ring of Honor’. A special post-game ceremony will take place to recognize Sam for her contributions to the Courage and the sport of women’s soccer. Sam will be signing autographs at FanFest, so get there early and get a chance to get other commemorative items at the match! 7pm Tickets

Anniversary Party at Atlantic Brew Supply 3/16
Atlantic Brew Supply is celebrating 11 years of homebrewing with a day full of educational courses, free stuff, unconventional fermentation and sharing beers!
Schedule:
12-1pm: Off-flavors Course with Cat Pearce, Certified Cicerone
1-2pm: Hot Sauce Fermentation with Keith “Tex” Whitford
2-3pm: Mead Class with Marc Burris
3-4pm: Share with the Class: Homebrew Bottle Share
The mead class and bottle share are free. Tickets must be purchased for Off-Flavors and Hot Sauce classes. Spots are limited, so reserve yours today! 12pm-4pm Tickets

St. Patty’s Market at TrunkShow 3/17
Enjoy 15+ bonus vintage and handmade vendors, beer, baked goods, and more at TrunkShow! 10am-3pm More info.

Bold Batch Pop-Up at Hartwell 3/17
Bold Batch Creamery will be serving some St. Patty’s specials at Hartwell Raleigh! 5pm-8pm More info.

St. Paddy’s at The Hibernian Pub Downtown 3/17
Don your green attire, and join them for a day of Irish cheer, live music, and festive drinks! 11am-11:30pm More info.

Live Music
3/15 Crankdat w/ Celo – Lincoln Theatre 9pm Tickets

3/15 Tooth w/ Prisoner, Listless, Hitachi Torture – The Pour House 7pm Tickets

3/16 Steeln’ Peaches: an Allman Brothers Revue – The Pour House 8pm Tickets

3/16 The Petty Thieves w/ ZZ Top Notch – Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets

3/17 NC Got Next: March Madness – The Pour House 7pm Tickets