Raleigh Area Social Events

01/07/2026

A year full of major festivals and celebrations lies ahead in Raleigh, N.C.! These events serve an important purpose—they mark history and sense of pride, plus they showcase talent, creativity and culture, delicious foods and beverages (and some surprises, too!). Make plans now to spend a day or a...

01/07/2026

On the heels of opening the new Capulet Cocktail Club, acclaimed local artist and hospitality entrepreneur Patrick Shanahan — of award-winning Peregrine and Watts & Ward — is at it again.

Shanahan is taking over the legendary Fox Liquor Lounge space beneath Beasley’s Chicken + Honey (which, as we previously reported, is set to close January 25).

Aptly named Rosebud, a nod to Orson Welles’ Citizen Kane, the concept promises a sophisticated, mid-century–inspired cocktail bar that pays homage to the legacy of craft cocktails while embracing the timeless pull of nostalgia.

Breaking from traditional cocktail bar conventions, Rosebud will offer an optional omakase-style cocktail experience, inviting guests to explore a curated, coursed progression of cocktails tailored to a specific mood or journey.

The experience is further elevated by a deep appreciation for vinyl culture, featuring an extensive record collection played on a hi-fi sound system. The basement bar will include seating for 12 at the bar and approximately 50 guests in the lounge.

Rosebud is slated to open February 14 at 103 E Martin Street. Stay tuned for more updates.

01/07/2026

11/12/2025

The igloos are back starting this Friday November 14 in the heart of Downtown Durham at Unscripted Durham (202 Corcoran Street).

They offer four course prix fixe or a la carte options for up to 6 people or grab one of the VIP Igloos that can fit 10 guests.

Reserve to guarantee a spot for these enchanting experiences.

11/09/2025

WHITE FLAG ALERT — A White Flag Alert has been declared for next Monday November 10 and Tuesday November 11.

These alerts are issued when the temperature drops to 35 degrees or below. Freezing nights are dangerous for anyone without a place to stay.

These shelters provide a safe and warm place to stay overnight.

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White Flag Shelters (open on White Flag Alert days, 5pm to 7am):

• Single men and couples without children — Church of the Good Shepherd, 121 Hillsborough St., Raleigh

• Single women — First Baptist Church, 99 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh

• Families with children — Salvation Army of Wake County, 1863 Capital Blvd., Raleigh

• Survivors of domestic violence — confidential location, call Interact 919-828-7740
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Emergency Shelters (open daily, 7pm to 7am, shelter line at 919-263-2911)

• Emergency Shelter — 5010 Second St., Raleigh

• Family Shelter — Salvation Army, 1863 Capital Blvd., Raleigh
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Youth Shelter

• Wrenn House — 908 W Morgan St, Raleigh (open 24/7/365 for youth ages 10-17). The only homeless, runaway, and crisis intervention program and shelter in the Triangle.
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Transportation is available through GoRaleigh, GoWake Access and GoWake SmartRide NE.

Donations of supplies such as blankets, gloves and hygiene kits + volunteer opportunities are accepted at wakewhiteflag.org.

11/06/2025

11/01/2025

Evening with Elves at Marbles Kids Museum

11/01/2025