Local Things To Do In Raleigh This Weekend – Sept. 27, 2024

Whether you’re looking to sip, shop, or soak up the sounds of Bluegrass, there are plenty of local things to do this weekend! Be sure to check with event organizers for weather updates.

4th Friday Connections at BaySix 9/27
Kick off the weekend at 4th Friday Connections! Mix and mingle with fellow business professionals at BaySix! 9:30am. 414 Dupont Circle. More info.

Jungle Terrarium Workshop at Urban Pothos 9/27
Join Urban Pothos for a fun and hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to create your very own jungle terrarium! Their experienced instructors will guide you through the process of selecting plants, arranging them in a beautiful terrarium, and caring for your new mini jungle.

The workshop includes:
Information about your terrarium including care instructions.
A selection of cuttings treated with rooting hormone to plant into your terrarium
A glass container and all materials needed to build your terrarium
Take home your terrarium and receive a 10% off coupon to Urban Pothos.

Grab your friends and get ready for a fun terrarium workshop! 1101 E Whitaker Mill Rd Suite 122. 6pm $35/person. Tickets

IBMA Bluegrass Festival 9/27-28
The last IBMA Bluegrass Week is here! Head downtown and enjoy Raleigh’s final year of hosting the largest bluegrass festival in the world!

Main stage at Red Hat Amphitheater
StreetFest on 5 stages throughout downtown
35+ local vendors and artists
Food trucks
And more!

Be sure to check out all the local vendors and artists in the Shop Local section. And don’t worry, the folks at Pinecone are hard at work on next year’s festival! Check with the Raleigh Convention Center and Red Hat Amphitheater for weather updates! More info and tickets

The International Festival 9/27-29
Local vendors, art exhibits, dance competitions, live music and more from NC Vibes. Tantalize your taste buds with authentic international food from over 50 cultures. Explore a vibrant bazaar filled with vendors from around the world. Witness the LARGEST Naturalization Ceremony of new US Citizens in North Carolina!

Keep the little ones entertained at Kids’ Nation with games and activities like Sunny the Fun Fairy and giant games from Triangle Lawn Games. Immerse yourself in a world of music and dance with performances representing over 50 cultures. NC State Fairgrounds. 9am-5pm More info.

Pop Up Music at North Hills 9/27
Enjoy a live performance from Kerry Long in the Main District at North Hills. 6pm-9pm

Maker’s Market at Logan’s 9/28
Maker’s Markets are back at Logan’s Garden Shop! Check out local artisans and creators at this fun maker’s market at Logan’s Garden Shop and Logan’s Garden Hut. 11am-3pm. More info. 

Madame B’s Grand Reopening 9/28
Madame B’s Bakery is hosting a grand reopening celebration! The first 50 people will receive a FREE cupcake! The celebration will also have raffles, a grab & go station, and NEW frozen lemonades. Swing by this Saturday for a sweet treat. 10am-6pm. 4701 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 105. More info. 

Iron Chef Challenge at North Hills 9/28
The annual Iron Chef Competition is back! Head to the Midtown Farmers Market from 9:30-11 AM to watch chefs from North Hills restaurants compete for the Iron Chef title! This year’s competitors are from Giorgio Pizza Bar, Coquette, Tamasha Modern Indian, and Leo’s Italian Social. More info. 

NC State vs. Northern Illinois 9/28
The Wolfpack take on Northern Illinois at Carter-Finley. More info. 

Oktoberfest Lafayette Village 9/28
Grab your Lederhosen and enjoy a German Inspired festival with Fall Brews, German inspired foods, live music, shopping and fun throughout Lafayette Village!

8th Annual Wiener Dog Races!
All Wiener Dogs are required to be classified as a Dachshund breed to be eligible to enter. Registration is limited to the first 50 entrants with registration entry forms and fees received no later than Friday, Sept, 20th 2024. No new registrations will be accepted after that date or on race day. The fee to enter is $25.
Race will be held on Saturday Sept 28th, 2024
Divisions
1:00 pm Puppy (23 months and under) (12:45 check in)
2:00 pm Juniors (24 months to 35 months) (1:45 check in)
3:00 pm Adult (36 months and older) (2:45 check in)

Oktoberfest RSVP 2024
Be sure to RSVP to for your chance to win a $100 gift card to your favorite Lafayette Village shop! More info.

Sankofa Dinner Experience at Sweet Peas Community Garden 9/28
Sweet Peas Community Garden will host Chef Adé Carrena from Dounou Cuisine for an unforgettable 4 course dinner experience. Chef Adé Carrena is a celebrated chef and storyteller specializing in Neo-West African cuisine. She uses food as a transformative medium for storytelling, empowerment, and healing, demonstrating its profound power to connect, inspire, and bring on meaningful change. Immerse yourself in a culinary journey of vibrant spices, rich flavors, ancestral storytelling, and become inspired to forge forward in your own shared future! Reserve your spot today! $135/person. Info. and tickets

Tent Sale at Saving Grace Supply Co. 9/28
Explore the Tent Sale at Saving Grace Supply Co.’s “Neighborhood Pet Store Day Celebration” from 10am-4pm! You’ll find exclusive store-wide deals and discover their new Astro Loyalty program to earn points as you shop. When you shop at S.G. Supply Co., all proceeds are given back to Saving Grace to aid in the overall care for pups within the adoption program to prepare for their fur-ever homes! More info.

Pass the Mic Comedy Show at The Burnt Pot 9/28
The Burnt Pot and Pass The Mic Comedy Show are teaming up to feature some of Raleigh’s best comics. Hosted by Ben Simmons and featuring Giuseppe De Fazio, Joel Fuster, Wafeeq Zarif, Devon Roberts, and Tulsa Hudson. Dinner from Crumbstruction Food Truck. Open to anyone 21 and over. Tickets are $10 each and there’s only 40 seats available. Get your tickets before it’s too late! Info. and tickets

Superbloom Comedy Show at The Pour House 9/29
A vibrant monthly comedy show presented by Rhizome Comedy at The Pour House! You’ll see hilarious headliners from all over the country as well as your favorites from the Southern comedy scene. Doors at 7:30pm and show at 8:00pm. Get your tickets ahead of time or for $10 at the door! Tickets and info.

Pop Up Music at North Hills 9/29
Enjoy a live performance from Robert Morton in Midtown Park at North Hills. 2pm-5pm

hARTwell Market 9/29
Put the ART in Hartwell! Join Hartwell for an afternoon to celebrate 10 local artists! Live music by Luke Scholfield, MOdega Pop-Up, Bold Batch Creamery, Yellow Garden Bake Shop, Bad Brain Coffee Truck, ear curations by Meg and artsy vibes all afternoon. 2pm-6pm More info.

Live Music
9/27 Taylor McCall at The Pour House 8pm Tickets
9/27 IBMA’s World of Bluegrass Main Stage at Red Hat Amphitheater 12pm Tickets
9/27 Thurston Howell at Lincoln Theatre 7:30pm Tickets
9/27 Lasso at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 8:30 Tickets
9/28 Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers at Lincoln Theatre 7:30pm Tickets
9/28 Places To Be Fred Again Tribute at The Pour House 7pm Tickets
9/28 Nate Jackson at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 7pm Tickets
9/28 IBMA’s World of Bluegrass Main Stage at Red Hat Amphitheater 12pm Tickets