THINGS TO DO IN RALEIGH

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Whether you're a local looking for new adventures or a visitor eager to explore, Raleigh has something for everyone. From vibrant cultural experiences to outdoor adventures and unique festivals and events, this bustling capital city of North Carolina is brimming with excitement.

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Featured Events

Cary Ballet Company Spring Works Production

Chatham Rabbits in the Sanctuary

Longleaf Film Festival (10th Anniversary) - May 10, 2024

Longleaf Film Festival (10th Anniversary) - May 10, 2025

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tHE ART TO HEART TRAIL

Watch the video of this awesome trail ride in Raleigh along the Greenway from the North Carolina Museum of Art to Downtown Raleigh. 

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Lake Raleigh: A Hidden Gem

Talk about a hidden gem. It took us 6 years of living in Raleigh before […]

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A Must Do For Nature Lovers: Lake Lynn Trail in North Raleigh

If you’re looking for some solitude and to stretch your legs on one of the […]

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Visit Historic Yates Mill County Park for Tranquility & History

I have no idea why it took us 8+ years of living in Raleigh for […]

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Date Night at Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern

If you have an upcoming special occasion, consider The Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern as […]

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Pullen Park Raleigh: Classic Fun For Kids!

Pullen Park has special memories for us. We would take our eldest daughter, Kalyra, there […]

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Date Night at Crawford and Son Restaurant, North Person Street

Looking for Raleigh date night ideas and romantic things to do in Raleigh as a […]

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3 Cool Trails at Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve in Cary, NC

We did a quick search on our phone on Saturday afternoon for family-friendly nature trails […]

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Take a Tour of the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame Museum

Ok sports fans, who knew that Raleigh was home to the North Carolina Sports Hall […]

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8 Record Stores in Raleigh to Grow Your Music Collection

I have a new found hobby ignited by my recent birthday present, a Victrola vintage […]

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Biking the Art to Heart Trail (NC Museum of Art – Downtown Raleigh)

If you love exploring different areas of Raleigh on bike rides and greenway trails, we […]

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North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences – Raleigh’s Best Museum

Let me start by saying we’re not big museum people and typically avoid them when […]

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5 Delicious Fall Pumpkin Treats Not to Miss in Raleigh

It’s okay. The weather has turned cooler but your sweatshirt can cover up the extra […]

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