First Friday & Labor Day (September 1st-7th)

Excited to announce our great partners over at Sauna House Raleigh! Check them out below and stop by to see the cool space — they’re right over by the Boylan Bridge.

The Rialto is screening Arthur Elrod: Desert Cool, a film about Palm Springs' most glamorous interior designer whose iconic home starred in Diamonds Are Forever — 6:15PM showtime.

Raleigh is running a Car Care workshop series at Jaycee Community Center for ages 16+, covering basic vehicle maintenance and roadside skills — register online.

The JCRA's Plant Lover's Tour is back for their 50th anniversary, with Director Mark Weathington highlighting picks to inspire multiple generations — free for members.

Bowstring 🪕 Beer & Banjos [bluegrass] 6:30PM - FREE

Bill Squire brings his act to Goodnights this week, an excommunicated Mormon missionary turned comedian, sounds like a unique mix — check showtimes.

The North Hills Fall Wellness event kicks off on September 2nd — learn more.

MoonRoom 🌕 Open Jam [jazz open jam] 8PM - FREE

Slim's 🎶 Boost [reggae] 8PM - FREE

Plum Raleigh is hosting a FREE 20th anniversary screening of The Wicker Man (2005) with a special audio/visual experience. Ceremonial robes encouraged — begins at 7PM.

Clouds Brewing has trivia at their new location downtown — learn more.

Boatman Spirits has a weekly Thursday night with rotating DJs — details here.

Iron Works Breezeway 🎸 Grey Oakes [indie/pop] 6PM - FREE

KINGS 👑 The Gasoline Gypsies [rock] 8PM - $15

Lincoln Theatre 🎙️ TopOppGen [varies] 8PM - $27

Cora in Oakwood is currently in their soft open. They took over The Station recently — check them out here.

Drift Coffee is officially open over at The Weld, near Dix Park — see it here.

Longleafe Swine is opening a new spot in the old Sawmill Tap Room location, near Sola Coffee — renders here from Raleigh Mag.

Chavis Dix Strollway is an upcoming cultural trail connecting two parks — fill out the city survey to provide input on the project.

The NC DNCR (natural & cultural resources) is hiring for multiple positions, a few close today — see them here.

The Bad Brain Coffee fall menu is launching in Iron Works — goes live today.

The NC State Football team played Virginia this past weekend, facing a tough loss of 8-34 on the road. The hope to bounce back at home against Richmond on the 11th.

The NC Courage also fell away against Kansas City, 3-2 after a second half comeback attempt — they still sit 6th, next game away in Chicago as well.

The Durham bull return on Monday next week. It’s their last home stretch of the regular season, so snag some tickets if you haven’t made it out before.

Calton Chops is a Raleigh-owned, fully insured tree service. They handle storm cleanup and tricky removals close to your house, with fair and flexible rates — reach them by email or phone.

The Raleigh Coffee Passport is the best way to explore local coffee shops. You get a drink discount at every participating shop, plus prizes for visiting them all — grab yours here and start exploring.

Vicode Media is a full-service digital marketing agency right here in Raleigh, covering everything from websites to online ads — inquire today.

Taco Photo Booth is a locally owned photo booth company that makes any event more fun: weddings, parties, you name it — Get a free quote here.

First Friday takes over downtown Raleigh with galleries and studios running late, live music towards Raleigh Times, vendor markets, and specials — check it out.

Gipson Play Plaza hosts an instrument petting zoo with youth quartet performances, plus hands-on time with percussion, kazoos, and more — no experience required.

Moore Square's First Friday movie night is Remember the Titans at 7:15! Food trucks, live music, and a vendor market as well off at 5PM — FREE with RSVP, arrive early.

City of Raleigh Museum 👟 The Veldt [shoegaze] - 6PM - FREE

The Davie 🎸 Jake Potter [covers/originals] 8PM - FREE

Lincoln Theatre 🎸 Mostley Crue w/ Sickman [tribute] 8PM - $17

The Raleigh Game & Geek Expo takes over the convention center with gaming tournaments, retro + modern consoles, tabletop, and more — runs all weekend.

John Chavis Park partners with the Tuskegee Airmen Chapter for a Youth Aviation Academy, a hands-on STEM experience for kids 9-15 — registration details here.

Pour House 🤘 Infinity Dream, Strychnine Soul [hard rock/metal] 8PM - $15

Tap Yard 🎸 Wildfire Ride [rock/cover] 8PM - FREE

Check out First Sundays from 4-8PM with some chill tunes over at Natural Science Bar with DJ Torin Rea and DJ Earwig — laid back tunes and drinks.

Catch a staged reading of the last of us, an original act blending text, poetry, and modern issues for women — 7PM, at William Peace.

Pour House 🪕 65 North Pickers w/ Radish [bluegrass/jam] 8PM - $14

East Bower Cider Co 🎙 Bluegrass Sunday [folk] 2PM - FREE

nOG Run Club meets at The Bend Bar every Monday at 6:30PM — learn more about them from our recent story.

R.I.P. Dolly Karaoke hits Plum on Labor Day, introverts welcome and costumes encouraged — no excuses.

🦗🦗 🦗 (crickets)