Come learn about the incredible women who have influenced the City of Oaks over the years!

COST: This tour is pay-what-you-want ! If you enjoy the tour, please compensate your guide appropriately! CASH ONLY please! Usually, the guide receives $15 to $20 per adult, but you are free to give more or less than that, depending on how you feel about your tour. As you can imagine, the tour guide has to work hard to earn your appreciation!

Adynamic one-day experience celebrating women entrepreneurs, leaders, creatives, and change-makers from across North Carolina and beyond.

This inspiring event brings together local women-owned businesses, industry experts, and community leaders for a day of connection, learning, shopping, and empowerment. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, student, or supporter of women-led businesses, this event is designed to uplift, educate, and inspire.

COST: FREE, but must register (spots limited)

Join the fun at the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in downtown Raleigh on Saturday, March 14th! This lively celebration features vibrant floats, talented performers, and traditional Irish music that will have everyone feeling the spirit of the day. Bring the whole family to enjoy a festive atmosphere, great entertainment, and a community event that brings Raleigh together. Don’t forget to wear your green and join in the excitement of this beloved tradition!

The 2026 parade will be Saturday, March 14, 2025.  The parade route will close at 8:00AM, so arrive early to get your spot.  The parade kicks off at 10:00AM

COST: FREE

This production brings the wonder of the classic fairytale to life while depicting timeless themes. The Queen’s fixation on her magic mirror offers a gentle reflection on how easily we can lose ourselves in comparison, especially in a world surrounded by screens and distractions. Experience the return of Snow White, choreographed by Artistic Director/CEO Zalman Raffael and with an original score from Shinji Eshima.

Dates:

Thursday, March 12th, 7:30pm

Friday, March 13th, 7:30pm

Saturday, March 14th, 2pm

Saturday, March 14th, 7:30pm

Sunday, March 15th, 2pm

Saturday, March 21st, 2pm

Saturday, March 21st, 7:30pm

Sunday, March 22nd, 2pm

Saturday, March 28th, 2pm

Saturday, March 28th, 7:30pm

Sunday, March 29th, 2pm

COST: starting at $55 per ticket

Monthly market and concert series featuring 50+ local vendors, diverse musicians/bands, workshops, food trucks and more!

Cost: FREE to attend

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Opa! We've made it through the cold and ready to celebrate with you!

Get ready to embark on a flavorful journey to the heart of Greece at Taverna Agora's upcoming "Flavors of Greece", a Greek wine pairing and 4-course dinner! 

Indulge in an authentic 4-course Greek dinner expertly paired with Greek wines that will transport you straight to the sun-kissed vineyards of Greece. 

Four Course Wine Pairing Menu:

Forest Salad with sweet potatoes and mix greens.
Paired with Anastasia Moschofilero, Arcadia, Greece

Mushroom and Chestnut Soup
Paired with Amygdalies Rosé, Evia, Greece

Wild Boar Ragu with Fettuccini
Paired with Tetramythos Black Kalavryta, Peloponnese, Greece

Chocolate Tart
Topped with caramelized walnut and cinnamon marshmallow
Paired with Nama Byzantino, Tirnavos, Greece

Spend an evening surrounded by the warmth of good company and the ambiance of our charming taverna. Seats are limited and reservations are required. You won't want to miss this exclusive, event!

COST: $95 per person, 21+

Celebrate International Women’s Day at the Park with an empowering afternoon of connection and inspiration! Enjoy fun icebreaker and networking activities, lively Pecha Kucha-style presentations from dynamic women, with tasty snacks and wine. Share stories, spark ideas, and connect with like-minded women in a warm, engaging, and uplifting atmosphere. Check back for a full lineup of activities and speakers! This program is open to participants ages 21 and older. For more details visit Downtown Cary Park.

COST: Free

Come learn about the incredible women who have influenced the City of Oaks over the years!

COST: This tour is pay-what-you-want ! If you enjoy the tour, please compensate your guide appropriately! CASH ONLY please! Usually, the guide receives $15 to $20 per adult, but you are free to give more or less than that, depending on how you feel about your tour. As you can imagine, the tour guide has to work hard to earn your appreciation!

Welcome to the Triangle Yoga Festival Where We are All United in Yoga - Let's Embrace It Together! We are thrilled to have you join us for this amazing journey, and those who are coming back for a second time, you are like family, we appreciate you! You could do yoga anywhere in the world, and you decide once again to do yoga with us. 

 Please mark your calendars for the upcoming Triangle Yoga Festival on Saturday, March 7, 2026 (63 Hunter Street). This yoga festival we are expanding across the Raleigh-Durham region. Plan your day in Apex, visiting local coffee shops like Common Grounds before you come, and eat out in downtown, Apex after you are finished! 

COST: starting at $108.55 for general admission

Don’t miss the City of Raleigh Museum's annual Animal Adoption Day!

This is your chance to meet adorable pets seeking forever homes and engage with dedicated local adoption agencies. Come experience the love and connection that awaits—you might just find your perfect companion! Meet pets from Safe Haven for Cats, Neshama Animal Rescue, and Perfectly Imperfect Pups!

Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: All
COST: FREE

First Friday is celebrated on the first Friday of each month throughout Downtown Raleigh to showcase the best of our city's creative community. Thousands venture downtown to visit art galleries & studios open late to host exhibits, artist talks, and creative activities. Retailers and restaurants also get in on the fun with live music, vendor markets, specials/discounts, and more. There's something for everyone each First Friday. 

COST: FREE to attend

This year marks 25 years that this celebration has brought together African American community members, organizations, authors, artists, musicians, filmmakers, scholars, and more, around a central theme to highlight the contributions that African Americans, past and present, have made to North Carolina’s history and culture. Multiple demonstrations, presentations, and performances reach thousands of people.

COST: Free

The Garner Police Department is hosting its third annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics NC, a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics NC athletes! Can't handle the cold? Donate instead and support those brave enough to jump in!

COST: Donations encouraged

Join Seed Sewer’s as we explore the wonderful world of sewing! In this class you will learn how to thread and operate a sewing machine, get more familiar with various sewing tools, learn pinning, and more! The goal is to raise your confidence and to get you more comfortable using a sewing machine and your tools from home, so you can easily transfer the skills you learn in class to your own projects.

Please bring your own sewing machines and supplies if you are able. A detailed supply list will be posted closer to the class date. The instructor will have limited machines, supplies, and fabric available for use if needed, but it is first come first served.

Please note, only registered participants may attend this workshop. Walk-ins will not be permitted.

COST: Resident $15, Non-Resident $20

Stretch, breathe, and purr your way to relaxation at our most pawsitively calming event yet — Yoga with Cats! 

Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga session surrounded by our adorable, adoptable café cats. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just looking for a unique way to unwind, this 50-minute class is all about movement, mindfulness, and meow-ments of joy.

Expect furry photobombs, gentle poses, and a whole lot of cat curiosity.

Spaces are limited, so grab your spot now! AGES 12 and UP!

COST: $30

Join us for a fun night out at our Paint Your Pet workshop! This private paint class teaches you how to take your fur baby from photo to original artwork created by you!

Heather will bring all of the supplies will guide you step by step through painting your purr-fect pet because she's already prepared the canvas for you. 

No painting experience is required - Heather provides all the materials and traces your pet's photo on the canvas before you arrive. It's the perfect opportunity to create a personalized piece of art and make memories with friends. 

Don't miss out on this unique and entertaining experience! You'll leave with an 11x14 painted canvas + a sweet little treat to take home to your furbaby. 

Workshop will be capped at 12 participants and has a minimum of 6 participants. One ticket per person is required. You may bring drinks (wine/beer are okay!) and snacks.

Last day to purchase a workshop ticket is 2/16/26.

COST: $57

Malort Mardi Gras Party at Slim’s on February 17th! 5:00-9:00pm Beads & Booze Hang, 9:00pm-12:00am Live Music, 12:00-2:00am Malort til the Bitter End. Tequila, Tecate and Malort on Special all night!

COST: Free to attend

Celebrate love at our free Valentine’s Date Night in the Park! Designed for couples ages 16 and up, this cozy and creative evening out will feature hands-on activities to enjoy together, live music setting the mood, and a delicious food truck to satisfy your cravings. From interactive art projects to photo-worthy moments and meaningful keepsakes, guests will be invited to relax, connect, and create together. All activities will be free and available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last, so plan to arrive early and enjoy a night of Valentine’s Day fun.

COST: Free

Espresso Martinis! Chocolates! Lots of vintage crafting supplies! Purchase your ticket now. This event sold out quickly last year.

Make vintage-inspired cards, sip espresso martinis, and try chocolates. Be merry! We will provide all of the crafting supplies and the ambiance. This is a wonderful activity for couples, friends, and folks looking to build new community, all for a good cause. 100% of profits from this event go to support free educational programs at the museum.

COST: $25+

Join us for this ADORABLE Cookie Decorating Workshop - just in time for Valentine's Day!

Do you want to learn the basics of decorating sugar cookies and have lots of fun while doing it? If so, then this class is perfect for you! You will practice basic piping and filling techniques and will walk away with these 6 beautifully decorated cookies. You don't need any experience working with sugar cookies in the past! All supplies will be provided.

Here's what's included:

• We will decorate 6 pre-baked cookies.

• We will learn how to outline & flood cookies like a pro!

• We will incorporate some design specific cookie decorating techniques

• All attendees will receive a copy of a Sugar Cookie & Royal Icing Recipe

• All tools & materials will be provided for class use

• Swag (a small surprise gift for each attendee)

One workshop ticket is required per person attending. Workshop will be capped at 16 participants with a minimum of 6 participants. You may bring in drinks (wine/beer are okay!) and snacks.

Last day to purchase a workshop ticket will be 2/10/26.

COST: $55

Join Sip & Script for Modern Calligraphy Fun!

Join us at Cloer Family Vineyards in Apex, North Carolina for a festive workshop of Galentine’s fun and pretty lettering for beginners! Whether you’re a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, in this workshop you’ll be learning an introduction to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink. We will cover all the basics and get you ready to add those special lettered details to your Galentine’s cards. The perfect crafty night out!

Class includes 1.5 hours of instruction and demonstration, our beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, black ink pot, 2 letter guides, tracing paper, and straight pen holder), and all materials to write on. Everything is yours to keep at the end of the workshop!

Additionally, we will be lettering on a 24 ounce plastic tumbler and adding a little bling with rhinestones!

COST: $75

Super Bowl Sunday starts at Hartwell 🏈 Join us for an afternoon pregaming with adoptable dogs from @friendsofwcac and the wake county animal center! Fun and games with the dogs starting at 3pm. @scatterweed is on site and helping us out with a chili competition and $1 hot dogs, all proceeds going directly to @friendsofwcac! 

Cost: Free to attend

Raleigh Parks is hosting a vibrant, masquerade-style evening where adults (21+) can get glammed up and celebrate Mardi Gras in style with music, masks, and magic all night long. Attendees will dance the night away to beats from our DJ, sip on adult beverages from local vendors at our cash bar, enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, and indulge in festive mocktails crafted by talented mixologists on-site.

Cost: $40 (21+ only)

Come shop with local women owned vendors for gifts for those you love ♥️💕♥️💕🛍️

$3 MIMOSAS
EAT|SHOP|SIP

DOWNTOWN RALEIGH
500 E DAVIE STREET

COST: Free to attend