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Ready to celebrate Independence Day in a big way this year? Fireworks displays, carnival rides, live music and other patriotic celebrations are lined up all across the Raleigh area to celebrate America's 242nd birthday—don't miss out! Here's your rundown on the biggest and best...

Called the "Town of Friendly People," Zebulon (just 27 minutes from downtown Raleigh) offers up a relaxing Southern small-town atmosphere great for a day trip with family and friends. Take in baseball games, beautiful scenery, antique and furniture shopping and delicious Southern food in...

Roll call! Who's ready for outdoor movies, baseball games, stand-up paddleboarding and brewery hopping? We've got huge plans this summer in the Raleigh area ! To jump-start and keep you busy during these longest days of the year, we've put together this list of 30 items for your...

Hello, summer! June is an incredible time to visit the Raleigh area , 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 can get out on

With warmer weather upon us, water fun is a must for families and kids! From splash pads with giant water buckets and plenty of sprinklers to lake beaches with beautiful views, here are some of the best places to get in the water in the Raleigh area. Falls Lake State Recreation Area One of the

With a mix of down-home Southern charm and modern influences, the Raleigh area is a hub for visiting families looking for both tried-and-true and new experiences. Check out this quick list of family-friendly activities to round-out your weekend (or week day) itinerary! North Carolina Museum of

The weather is heating up, and summer romance is straight ahead! Check out these 15 summer date ideas in the Raleigh area , from baseball game dates, to strolls through art museums, to coffee dates and more. Drinks at a rooftop bar Rooftop bars are great places to watch the sunset with your special

One of the fastest-growing towns in the South, Cary is home to renowned restaurants, great shopping, top-tier arts and entertainment and unique outdoor experiences. The downtown area has seen an influx of fun, new local businesses in recent years—a brewery, bottle shop, neighborhood bar,...

Nothing screams "summer!" quite like settling in under the stars for a movie night. Luckily, there are tons of opportunities to do just that across the Raleigh area . We've rounded up a whole bunch of dates (46 to be exact!) with movies being shown outdoors this summer at parks,...

The Raleigh area is a perfect place for visitors and locals for Memorial Day weekend. From a hot air balloon festival to baseball games, the destination is packing in the fun over the long weekend ahead. Freedom Balloon Fest Bring the family for a truly-unique event this Memorial Day weekend,