Love plants? So do we! And while our garden is always beautiful because of our amazing diversity of plants, things do tend to get a little bit outrageous around here when spring has truly sprung. Join Evan as he takes us around the garden to show off the most spectacular, the most vibrant, the most…
Raise a Glass at Industry Night on The Rooftop! Join us on April 8th from 8-11pm, for a night celebrating Raleigh’s hospitality community. Whether you work in the industry or simply love great food, cocktails, and company, this is the perfect chance to mix, mingle, and soak in the skyline views. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, tasty…
Join us on Wednesday, April 8th, from 8pm-10pm for an evening of stargazing at The Willard along with our friends from Raleigh Astronomy Club! RAC will be there with telescopes and knowledgeable astronomers to guide your exploration and answer any celestial questions you may have. This event is free and open to all, so gather…
How do you breathe life into a withering world? In the not-so-distant future, two people wrestle with the havoc climate change is slowly wreaking on the world, and the havoc they continue to wreak on one another–with a potential baby on the way. This rapid-fire supercut of a relationship’s biggest moments births the honest, funny,…
The long-running Fairgrounds Ideal Home Show returns to the NC State Fairgrounds from April 10-12, 2026 for a new edition specifically targeted to pick up where consumers online home improvement research leaves off, with hundreds of local experts on hand to give real life advice and guidance. The show also features special guest Christopher Knight.…
Do you admire handmade cards? Join JCRA volunteer and artist, Debra Singer-Harter, to have fun making whimsical flower art even if you have no drawing or painting experience! By using simple shapes to make colorful flowers everyone can make their own unique cards to send to family and friends! No previous art experience needed. If…
Join an unforgettable global wine experience at RTP Uncorked's Around the World in 20 Wines from 12-4 p.m. on April 11 at Boxyard RTP. This ticketed event will transport guests across continents through curated tastings, music and culinary pairings. The event will feature five tasting tables, each featuring four wines representing different countries and wine…
On Saturday, April 11, between 3-5:30 p.m., make the most of the in-between by joining Hub RTP for its monthly mid-day performance at the Hub stage. This month, Concerts on the Creek features Kaira Ba. Kaira Ba fully believes in its band’s name (“The Great Peace.”) Co-founder and kora player Diali Cissokho, who immigrated to…
Raleigh’s The Bend Bar is hosting its Inaugural Oyster Fest 1-5 p.m. Sunday, April 12, 2026. In partnership with Locals Seafood and The NC Oyster Trail, the fest will feature at least eight oyster farmers from the North Carolina coast. Participating farms include: Croatan Selects in Swansboro; Grace Point in Oriental; Kinnakeeters in Hatteras; Southern…
Black artists of all ages from across North Carolina are invited to take part in Legacy: NC Black Artist Photo Shoot, a free community-centered photography experience celebrating creativity, history, and connection. The event will take place on April 12 at 1:00 PM at the historic Orange Street School in Fayetteville. Presented by the nonprofits Black…
Enjoy the garden after hours during our Evening Garden Stroll. Take a break from your weekly grind with some time outdoors after work — wander the gardens at your own pace and relax in the evening atmosphere. Looking to learn more about the JCRA and its gardens? Go on the free public tour lead by…
Grab your friends and join us in the Study at Peck & Plume on Wednesday, April 15th, from 6–9 PM for an evening of live jazz featuring Paul Creel on bass and Keith Ganz on guitar. Settle in with smooth tunes, good company, and a glass in hand. To make the night even more special,…
