We’ve got your weekend lineup, Raleigh! Check out these local things to do to keep you busy this weekend!
Friday the 13th Movie Night at Moore Square
Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, live music, and watch “Freaky Friday” at Moore Square.
Food Trucks & Market: 5-9pm
Live Music: 5:45pm–7:15pm
Free Outdoor Movie: Freaky Friday: 7:30pm
This event is presented by Get 2 Know Raleigh and the Raleigh Parks team at Moore Square. More info.
Taylor’s Wine Shop and Vineyard 36 Wine Dinner 9/13
Taylor’s Wine Shop is excited to offer this opportunity to their awesome fans of Fine Wine and the Carolina Hurricanes. These gents (Jason, Cam, and Tim) have been raising the bar since the inception of their Vineyard 36 Winery. Help them celebrate the 2022 vintage launch with a wine dinner at the Carolina Exotic Car Club! Cam and Jason will be with us, so come share stories with them. 6:30pm $180/person Tickets
Bob Ross Paint Night at Raleigh Brewing 9/13
Join Raleigh Wine & Design for a Bob Ross Paint Night at Raleigh Brewing featuring a new beer release, Hoppy Accidents. $45/person. 7pm Tickets
Pop Up Music at North Hills 9/13
Enjoy a live performance from Bella G. in the Main District at North Hills. 6pm-9pm
Star Wars Night at NC Courage vs. Bay FC 9/13
In a galaxy (not so) far, far away, your NC Courage take on NWSL newcomers, Bay FC on Star Wars Night. Get your lightsabers ready and see your favorite Star Wars characters! 8pm Tickets
NC State vs. Louisiana Tech 9/14
The Wolfpack take on Louisiana Tech at Carter-Finley. 12pm More info.
Hops For Hope at North Hills 9/14
Be a part of this powerful movement celebrating Children’s Flight of Hope’s mission to give families hope through flight! Teams will showcase their creations to attendees on September 14 at Midtown Park in North Hills. This family-friendly festival is open to the public and includes live music, food trucks, and a kids zone. 2pm-6pm More info.
Pups & Pastries 9/14
Fit & Able Productions loves family fitness and whose four-legged furry friend isn’t part of the family? Dog owners are welcome to run with their pups in the Doggie Dash 5K and Doggie Dash 6.5 Mile! For only $10 per pup it will be happy trails for both runners and their dogs. AND, the full $10 dog fee goes to support Second Chance Pet Adoptions! More info and registration
Spooky Skull Terrarium With Garden & Gather 9/14
Enjoy the warm, welcoming atmosphere of the Beerded Lady in Garner while you creep your way into the spooky season spirit and “head” home with a gorgeous new piece of living decor courtesy of your mossy neighborhood plant peddler, Izzy Hall of Garden & Gather! You’ll be planting up a hefty 750ml glass skull bottle with a variety of dark and moody tropical foliage, perfect for the rapidly approaching spookytime season – as well as learning about the incredible little ecosystems that we can create in containers! Each ticket will cover the materials for one terrarium that you’ll take home at the end of class along with a neat handout guiding you through making your own terrariums at home. $50/person. 7pm-9pm More info. and Tickets
Kids EveryWEAR Sale 9/13-15
Shop a curated selection of kids’ clothing, shoes, accessories, toys, infant equipment, indoor and outdoor play equipment, nursery furniture, and more! Kids EveryWEAR will not have nursing wear or maternity or adult clothing, giving them room for kids’ clothing in sizes newborn to a kids size 20 from over 1000 families! More info. and tickets
Saving Grace Sleepover 9/13-15
Will you take a deserving dog for a slumber party this weekend? Pick up Friday evening at Saving Grace. Drop-off Sunday evening. More info.
Saving Grace Fun-sized Summer Days 9/13-14
Interested in one of the small and mighty furry friends at Saving Grace? They’ll be having Fun Sized adoption days on Friday and Saturday. If you are interested in adopting a ‘fun size’ dog between Friday, May 31 and Saturday, Aug 31st., please fill out an adoption request on their website and schedule your appointment between 12pm-6pm on Fridays or 12pm-3pm on Saturdays. More info.
Sola Hot Mini 5K 9/14
Now in its 11th year, the Sola Coffee Hot Mini 5k has raised well over $625k in the fight to END ALS! This year’s race is both an in-person and virtual event with options for everyone:
5K (with official finish time) $40.00
WA – Recreational 5K (no official results) $40.00
Recreational 1 Mile Walk $25
Virtual Runner $30
The goal is to raise $175K. Whether you run, walk, donate, or volunteer, there are plenty of ways to help END ALS! Tell your friends and we’ll see you there! 8:30am. Info and Registration
Carolina Daze at Red Hat Amphitheater 9/14
Check out this music and arts festival featuring Janelle Monáe, Tierra Whack, and more at Red Hat Amphitheater. 3pm Tickets
Block Printing Class at Riparian Provision Co. 9/14
Join us for a fun and creative block printing workshop at Riparian Provision Co.! Perfect for all skill levels, this class will guide you through the process of using pre-made stamps to create beautiful patterns on either a tea towel or a tote bag. By the end, you’ll have a unique, handcrafted item to take home. Tea Towel: $59, Tote Bag: $63. All materials are provided, and you’ll have plenty of guidance and inspiration throughout the session. 1pm-3pm. RSVP:** carpen.siri@gmail.com
Tom Yum Cooking Class at Hartwell 9/15
Experience the authentic taste of Thai cuisine and learn to make these classic dishes at Hartwell. While you cook, enjoy a delicious appetizer of spring rolls, and for dessert, savor the sweetness of mango sticky rice. Purchase your ticket and bring the taste of Thailand to your kitchen! 5pm-7pm Tickets
Cookie Decorating Workshop at Adventures In Bloom 9/15
Do you want to learn the basics of decorating sugar cookies and have lots of fun while doing it? If so, then this class at Adventures In Bloom is perfect for you! You will practice basic piping and filling techniques and will walk away with 6 beautifully decorated cookies. You don’t need any experience working with sugar cookies in the past! All supplies will be provided.
What’s included:
We will decorate 6 pre-baked cookies.
We will learn how to outline & flood cookies like a pro!
We will incorporate some design specific cookie decorating techniques
All attendees will receive a copy of a Sugar Cookie & Royal Icing Recipe
All tools & materials will be provided for class use
Swag (a small surprise gift for each attendee)
One workshop ticket is required per person attending. You may bring in drinks (wine/beer are okay!) and snacks. 10:30am-12:30pm Tickets
Paint Your Pet at The Wine Feed 9/15
If you have a furry friend you’d like to celebrate with a brightly colored portrait, The Wine Feed has an event for you! Artist Victoria Lowry will help you create a memorable pop art style canvas based on a photo of your pet. A portion of all proceeds will benefit the Urban Tails Compassion Fund. Paint your pet, sip some wine, and help animals in need! Event includes:
Step by step instructions from Victoria
11×14 canvas with pre-made guide to paint over
variety of acrylic paints chosen just for you
brushes
palette
Wine and snacks are not included but will be available for tasting and purchase. 2pm-4pm. Tickets
Gluten-Free Pop-Up Market 9/15
Gluten-Free, Awesome Fun is hosting a pop-up market with local vendors, drinks, and more at Slice Pie Company and Riparian Provision Co. 2pm-6pm. More info.
Saving Grace Hiking Program 9/15
Need some morning exercise and want to give a shelter dog a field trip? You have your option of a 2.6- or 4-mile hike on the NC Trails with the Saving Grace Hiking Team right down the road from the farm. They are now open to the community for anyone that wants to join! More info.
YogaSix Turns Two 9/15
YogaSix Glenwood South is turning two! Help them celebrate this Sunday, 9/15 with post-class refreshments, 20% off retail, and all-day specials from their neighbors on the Bloc! Plus, they’re offering an amazing deal for ONE DAY only, 20% off all membership packages + no enrollment fee‼️ Already a member?? You can bring a friend to class for FREE! Grab your bestie and book your spots for the ultimate Sunday Funday. Stay on the Bloc after class to enjoy these amazing specials from their neighbors. $5 mimosas at Incendiary, 15% off at Vic’s Pizzeria, and specialty cocktails at Dram and Draught.
La Fiesta del Pueblo in Downtown Raleigh 9/15
La Fiesta del Pueblo is the Triangle’s largest and most diverse festival of Latin American culture, featuring live music and dance performances, artisanal vendors, food trucks, educational booths, and activities for the whole family! Be sure to check out the Shop Local Raleigh members Che Empanadas, Poblanos Tacos, G’s Tacos, Hollywood Taco Shop, The Corner Venezuelan, CocoCrissi, and more! More info.
Live Music
9/13 The Keith Allen Circus at The Pour House 8 pm Tickets
9/13 Tablao Flamenco at Lincoln Theatre 6:30pm Tickets
9/14 Bring Out Yer Dead at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
9/14 Tease Tease Tease at The Pour House 8pm Tickets
9/14 Carolina Daze Music Festival at Red Hat Amphitheater 4pm Tickets
9/14 A Tribute Night To The Eagles at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 7:30pm Tickets
9/15 Jesse Daniel w/ Two Runner at The Pour House 7pm Tickets