Things To Do (And Eat) In Raleigh
Boxcar Bar + Arcade
Super cool arcade bar!
Marbles Kids Museum
While the wedding is child free, we understand some of you may be traveling with children. Marbles is an amazing interactive children’s museum!
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
This museum offers free admission to the public and has a wide range of exhibits!
North Carolina Museum of Art
Dorothea Dix Park
Dorothea Dix Park is one of the largest public parks in the United States! There are 5 trolls hiding in the woods across the park, can you find them all? There is also a playground and a dog park.
Sitti
An amazing Lebanese Restaurant! Try the Kefta Kebabs!
MoJoe's Burger Joint
The best ranch in Raleigh. Great spot for a casual meal, or a late night bite.
Bittersweet
An amazing dessert bar, one of our favorites
Oakwood Pizza Box
Great causal pizza place!
Yellow Dog Bread Co.
Fantastic local bakery! Great spot for breakfast and a coffee.
Trophy Brewing & Pizza
Great beer, great pizza. One of Mindy’s favorite spots! Phone eats first.
Poole's
An amazing Southern restaurant from James Beard award winning and local LGBT Chef Ashley Christiansen. This restaurant has recently been recognized in the Michelin Guide. The mac and cheese is to die for!
The Merchant NC
Super cool speakeasy vibes, excellent cocktails, food, and service.
Cantina 18
Tacos, margaritas. Need I say more?
Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken - Raleigh Village District
Awesome biscuits and doughnuts!
Village District
One of the oldest shopping centers in the southeast! Lots of great shopping and dining options— all very walkable and easy to explore.
Fieldstream Farm Christmas Lights
Over 2 million Christmas lights on display every year! Advance tickets required, about $20 per car.
Downtown Cary Park
A wonderful public park in downtown Cary (suburb of Raleigh), they have a super cool BarkBar near the dog park, a huge playground, and botanical gardens! (Dog park does require proof of vaccination and a small fee to enter)