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MAY IN RALEIGH: EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS
Click on the images below for ideas for things to do in Raleigh in May Spring is bringing fun festivals, events and celebrations. IT’s Cinque de Mayo, May the Fourth, Mother’s Day and National Bike Month! Click the images below for ideas to create a fun month in Raleigh! Don’t miss what’s happening this weekend in Raleigh!
LIVING IN RALEIGH
Here are a few reasons to love living in Raleigh with useful resources for those considering moving to Raleigh. If you’re looking for a Raleigh realtor, we can help save you the stress of finding a trusted and qualified agent. See more here.
visitors to raleigh
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INCREDIBLE VACATION IDEAS
We love Raleigh’s central location to so many amazing destinations and easy getaways. From the mountains to the beaches, and fun urban experiences. We can’t wait to keep sharing what we discover. Click the article names below to learn more
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FREE Film Festival in Raleigh? Yes, please! And it is on in 7 days time from today! That`s right, the @LongleafFilmFestival is on May 10-11 in downtown at the awesome @ncmuseumhistory [ad].
WHAT IS IT?
The 10th annual Longleaf Film Festival in downtown Raleigh will have multiple screenings, you can meet filmmakers, enjoy popcorn, listen to panels, there`s a Movies-N-Moonlight, socials, awards, and a wrap party.
And did I mention it is FREE.
DETAILS:
* Dates: Fri May 10 & Sat May 11
* Times: Fri (3pm-10pm, Sat (9am-11pm)
* Location: NC Museum of History (5 E Edenton St, Raleigh)
* Cost: Free
* Website: www.LongleafFilmFestival.com
Don`t miss the Movies-N-Moonlight, an outdoor movie screening on the Fri night at 8.30pm-10pm.
If you love independent films, what a great free event this is. Watch movies, eat popcorn, meet filmmakers.
Will we see you there?
#ThisIsRaleigh #LongleafFilmFestival #downtownraleighnc #raleighevents #ncmuseumofhistory #raleighdowntown
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![FREE Film Festival in Raleigh? Yes, please! And it is on in 7 days time from today! That's right, the @LongleafFilmFestival is on May 10-11 in downtown at the awesome @ncmuseumhistory [ad].
WHAT IS IT?
The 10th annual Longleaf Film Festival in downtown Raleigh will have multiple screenings, you can meet filmmakers, enjoy popcorn, listen to panels, there's a Movies-N-Moonlight, socials, awards, and a wrap party.
And did I mention it is FREE.
DETAILS:
* Dates: Fri May 10 & Sat May 11
* Times: Fri (3pm-10pm, Sat (9am-11pm)
* Location: NC Museum of History (5 E Edenton St, Raleigh)
* Cost: Free
* Website: www.LongleafFilmFestival.com
Don't miss the Movies-N-Moonlight, an outdoor movie screening on the Fri night at 8.30pm-10pm.
If you love independent films, what a great free event this is. Watch movies, eat popcorn, meet filmmakers.
Will we see you there?
#ThisIsRaleigh #LongleafFilmFestival #downtownraleighnc #raleighevents #ncmuseumofhistory #raleighdowntown
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Weekend vibes!
Here are some of the best things to do in Raleigh this weekend.
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Brewgaloo from my drone. 55,000+ people attend what is now the biggest craft beer festival in the USA.
Over 100 local North Carolina breweries + local food trucks + local bands + local vendors lined Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh.
Well done @shoplocalraleigh and @brewgalooraleigh for hosting a fantastic event.
Where you one of the 55,000?
See y`all next year 🍻
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