March Madness in Raleigh, N.C.: How the City Scored Big as an NCAA Tournament Host
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 11am
On March 21 and 23, 2025, the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship took center stage at Lenovo Center, bringing elite college basketball action to Greater Raleigh. Hosting such a prestigious event required months of planning, coordination and promotion. Here’s an inside look...
Raleigh Shines as a Leading Esports Destination, Hosting Three Major Tournaments This Year
Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 8am
Raleigh, N.C. (March 19, 2025) – Premier esports destination Raleigh, N.C., is hosting three major esports tournaments this year with the help of the Greater Raleigh Esports Local Organizing Committee (GRELOC). The ESL One Raleigh 2025 esports tournament and the Rocket League Championship...
Enjoy More for Less: Explore Free Attractions in Raleigh
Tuesday, March 18, 2025, 7am
Raleigh, N.C. (March 18, 2025) – From scenic parks and greenways to fascinating museums and vibrant cultural landmarks, it’s easy to explore Raleigh without spending a dime. The area has long been known as a budget-friendly getaway destination, often dubbed the "Smithsonian of the...
Lenovo Center: New Name, History and Planned Renovations
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 1pm
Lenovo Center, formerly known as PNC Arena, is stepping into a new era as Raleigh N.C.’s most versatile and innovative sports facility. This name change reflects a deepening partnership with Lenovo, one of the world’s leading technology companies, headquartered in Greater Raleigh. The...
Raleigh: A Buzzing Epicenter for Craft and Artisan Conventions
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 8am
Raleigh, N.C. (March 11, 2025) – This week, the Raleigh Convention Center is poised to welcome Stampin’ Up! Onstage Live, a paper craft business convention that packs a solid economic boost. The event is expected to bring $1.7 million in direct economic impact to the area. Raleigh is...
March Madness® Tips Off in Raleigh, N.C.
Thursday, March 06, 2025, 8am
Lenovo Center to Host NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball First and Second Rounds Raleigh, N.C. (March 6, 2025) – The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament's First and Second Rounds will take place at Raleigh's Lenovo Center. North Carolina State University (NC State) will host...
Major Events Worth Traveling to Raleigh, N.C., for in 2025
Monday, March 03, 2025, 2pm
Raleigh, N.C. (March 3, 2025) – Raleigh is brimming with events – including live music almost every day throughout the year and sporting events happening year-round. While savvy travelers continue opting for experiences over goods, below are some of the most exciting trip-worthy events...
The Cary Cup Kicks Off 7v7 Youth Soccer Tournament This Summer
Thursday, February 13, 2025, 11am
The Cary Cup, the first youth soccer tournament of its kind, will take place in and around Cary in coordination with The Soccer Tournament (TST) June 6-8, 2025. The tournament adopts the revolutionary Target Score Time™ and other TST rules including seven-on-seven matchups, custom field...
Wake County 2024 Tourism Industry Report
Thursday, February 13, 2025, 7am
Record Hospitality Tax Collections in 2024 Raleigh, N.C. (Feb. 13, 2025) – Visit Raleigh released the year-end 2024 Wake County Tourism Industry Report today. Key performance indicators (KPIs), hospitality tax collections and prepared food and beverage tax collections continued to rise in...
PWHL Takeover Tour™ Raleigh — Media Credential Applications Open
Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 8am
NEW YORK AND TORONTO (Feb. 12, 2025) — The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) is accepting media credential applications for the upcoming PWHL Takeover Tour ™ game in Raleigh, which takes place on Friday, March 7, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET at the Lenovo Center. The game will...