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In the heat of summer, those who wake up early or use the evening hours to get outdoors reap gorgeous rewards. Aside from avoiding the hottest temperatures of the day, catching colorful, seemingly hand-painted sunrises and sunsets is an excellent motivator to get some exercise or do some exploring.

Summer is in full swing in Raleigh, N.C.—there's still tons of fun to be had in the City of Oaks while the days are long and the weather is warm. There's plenty of time to plan for a weekend road trip, too, and Aug. won't let you down! The month ahead is filled with baseball...

Showstopping Fireworks Hello, summer! We can hardly contain our excitement—there are so many fun ways to enjoy the longer days and extra sunshine we get during these warm-weather months. Throw in some gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, Independence Day celebrations plus a few extra vacation days....

Wear your red, white and blue and head to downtown Raleigh, N.C., for The 'Works! festival on July Fourth. Here are five reasons not to miss the popular Independence Day celebration attracting visitors and locals alike. 1. It's free! From noon until 10pm, The 'Works! is a free,...

Welcoming Summer Hello, summer! June is an incredible time to visit Raleigh, N.C., with tons of opportunities to do, see and explore more in the City of Oaks than ever. Our best advice? Use these long days and warm weather to the fullest by getting outdoors and staying active! For starters, you

Sun's Out, Fun's Out Hello, May! A busy spring continues in Raleigh, N.C., this month. Longer days and lots of sunshine mean it's time to get outdoors and explore. Temperatures have hit a sweet spot, patios are open, picnics are in full swing, big events are on the calendar, and...

Dig In! It's a great time to be a foodie in Raleigh, N.C., and Feb. looks ready to serve up one our best months yet! Just recently, Southern Living called N.C.'s capital city "a culinary mecca" and named downtown Raleigh "the new chef's capital"; Zagat listed...

There are so many reasons to make a trip to Raleigh, N.C.—top-tier restaurants from award-winning chefs, a world-class collection of free museums, an innovative and thriving arts scene—it can be tough to pick just one thing to build your visit around. To help you get organized and...

Local Shopping, Arts Watching Raleigh, N.C., starts gearing up for the holidays this month! Shopping sprees, light displays, ballets and hockey games make for perfect weekend adventures, date nights and family gatherings. It's easy to spend a day exploring independently-owned shops and stores

All in for the Arts It's so long to summer, hello to fall. We'll miss these warm-weather months—baseball games, summer festivals, outdoor concerts and such. But we're ready to embrace a new season and the new experiences that come with it in Raleigh, N.C.—NHL hockey,...