North Carolina doesn’t just deck the halls for the holidays, it smothers them! It seems that every small town has its lampposts and shop windows wrapped in twinkling lights, and coastal towns are ...

If you’re looking for a fun and easy local adventure that’s different from the usual weekend drive, hop on the train and spend the day in Selma. Just 30-minutes from Raleigh, this historic Johnston ...

Join her for an unforgettable evening. This is a unique and rare opportunity to experience her talent up close and personal in an intimate setting of limited guests. Helen will be performing solo, ...

The festive season is upon us, and it can only mean one thing: time to start thinking about Christmas shopping. Instead of your traditional shopping malls and chain-clad boulevards, why not look for ...

RALEIGH, NC — November 7, 2025 — This Is Raleigh, the locally focused travel and lifestyle platform founded by longtime creators Caroline and Craig Makepeace, was named a finalist for the Best Local ...

It’s that time of year again – a time to be amazed by the dazzling lights of the 10th annual North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival in Cary. From November 15th until January 11th, the Koka Booth ...

If there’s one place in Raleigh that’s changing faster than the seasons, it’s North Hills. Once a simple shopping center, it’s evolved into a vibrant lifestyle district where you can start your ...

‘Tis the season to be dazzled. As the air turns crisp and the holiday spirit fills the air, Raleigh and its neighboring areas and counties transform into a magical wonderland of twinkling lights and ...

Looking for fun things to do in Raleigh this weekend? This weekly update, hand crafted by us, will help you plan for memorable moments with your friends, family, or even just by yourself. Our weekly ...

The Illuminate Art Walk in downtown Raleigh began during a tough period – the isolation year in 2020. It gave the Raleigh community a spark of joy in a time when festive cocktails, acorn drops, and ...

‘Tis that time of the year again! Grab ya Christmas list and pack your merry and bright spirits y’all because Raleigh offers a vibrant and diverse shopping experience during the holiday season! As you ...