Right Now in Raleigh
Things to Do
There are a whole bunch of ways to celebrate warm weather in the Raleigh area—one of our favorites is to combine relaxing views with a bit of exercise by heading to the nearest body of water. Up for a paddling adventure? The parks, rivers and lakes below allow...
Live Music
Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts. Menconi's "Step It Up and Go: The Story of North Carolina Popular Music, from Blind Boy Fuller...
Things to Do
While museums, indoor attractions, playgrounds and historic sites have been largely closed across the country since March, some good news has arrived in Raleigh, N.C. Beginning in early Sept., these...
Things to Do
Note: Authored by David Menconi, this piece has been produced in partnership with Raleigh Arts. Menconi's "Step It Up and Go: The Story of North Carolina Popular Music, from Blind Boy Fuller...
Things to Do
There’s a pretty good reason why Raleigh, N.C., has earned the nickname the “Smithsonian of the South.” For more than 200 years, museums in Raleigh have preserved history, put...
Things to Do
Note, Sept. 9: Juniper Level Botanic Garden will host fall open house weekends from Fri..-Sun., Sept. 18-20 and Sept. 25-27. Juniper Level Botanic Garden has modified their workspaces and is committed to the safety of all. Social distancing guidelines will be enforced. One of America's most
Cheetie Kumar
Garland, KINGS and Neptunes Parlour
For Garland restaurant owner Cheetie Kumar, music, food and creating a good time go hand in hand. The rocker-turned-restaurateur has her hands full as head chef at Garland while still taking center stage as guitarist in her band, Birds of Avalon.
“You can hang out in Raleigh and walk around and hit a bunch of different spots that are very well-thought-out and beautifully executed.”
Meet More of Raleigh's Passionate Minds
Pam Blondin
Pam's shop, DECO Raleigh, boasts a sharply curated collection of gifts and items from more than 80...
Ashley Christensen
Rockstar Chef. James Beard Award-winner. Empire Builder. Chef of the Year. Chef and proprietor of AC...
Scott Crawford
Scott Crawford's talent and vision have helped to shape and further Raleigh, N.C.'s growing,...
Linda Dallas
Raleigh, N.C., artist and illustrator Linda Dallas draws inspiration from the kitchen, using color,...
Daniel Dhers
As a five-time X Games gold medalist, Daniel knows a thing or two about designing a world-class...
Sally Edwards
“Play with purpose” is one of the smart ideas fueling Raleigh’s innovation pipeline, with community...
Joel Graybeal
Joel Graybeal knows a thing or two about heights, starting his career as a rocket scientist working...
Niall Hanley
Growing up in Ireland, Niall pulled his first draft at age 10, laying the groundwork for his...
Cheetie Kumar
For Garland restaurant owner Cheetie Kumar, music, food and creating a good time go hand in hand....
Paul Seiler
As the executive director and CEO of USA Baseball, Paul Seiler lives and breathes the game. His team...
Kelly Shatat
Kelly Shatat's hobby-turned-booming-business has helped put Raleigh, N.C., on the map among...
Gab Smith
For four years, Gab Smith has been at the helm of this contemporary art museum that’s at the...
Lionel Vatinet
Lionel Vatinet has traveled the world learning to bake fantastic breads. When he decided to plant...
Sumit Vohra
Ten years ago, Sumit Vohra quit his day job and started doing what he was passionate about: crafting...
Ira David Wood III
Ira David Wood III founded Raleigh's Theatre In The Park. Believing theater should not only...
Sarah Yarborough
andVictor Lytvinenko
What began as a personal quest to create the perfect pair of jeans has turned into the bustling...