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Good afternoon, Raleigh. I don’t know about you, but I think NC State’s magical run to the Final Four ends this Saturday. 🏀
In today’s Raleigh Rundown:
NC State is still dancing 🕺
Topgolf is finally opening in Durham
Record-breaking pollen in our area 🤧
7 fun things to do in Raleigh this weekend
Let’s get to it. 🏃
P.S. Shoutout to Emily Palacios for sharing the newsletter with others in our community!
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STORIES THIS WEEK
NC State basketball reigns supreme in Raleigh 🏀
Both men’s and women’s Wolfpack squads have made the Final Four. This is the second Final Four for the women’s team and the first trip since 1998. This is the fourth appearance for the men, but their first since 1983, when they last won the NCAA championship.
NC State VS South Carolina - Friday at 7:00 on ESPN (Women)
NC State VS Purdue - Saturday at 6:09 PM on CBS (Men)
Dreamville Music Festival returns this weekend 🎶
SZA and 50 Cent headline on Saturday with J. Cole and Nicki Minaj headlining on Sunday (among other artists each day as well). Hosted at Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, join thousands of others for this two-day music festival right here in our community.
Topgolf is finally opening in Durham 🏌️
Topgolf is finally opening its long-awaited Durham location off Page Road near I-40 this Friday, April 12th. This will be the third Topgolf venue in North Carolina, with the other two already operating in Charlotte.
Topgolf Durham
Over the past few weeks, Topgolf has been actively recruiting approximately 500 staff members for its new establishment in Durham.
Record tree pollen counts in Raleigh 🤧
The city of Raleigh experienced an unprecedented surge in pollen levels over the past week, reaching heights not witnessed in more than ten years, as indicated by data compiled by state authorities.
Data: N.C. Division of Air Quality; Chart: Erin Davis/Axios Visuals
The broader context reveals that climate change and the advent of warmer spring seasons are the driving forces behind this phenomenon. Plants are now producing higher concentrations of pollen over extended periods, according to Kelly Oten, an assistant professor and extension specialist at the College of Natural Resources at North Carolina State University, who shared this insight last year.
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND
City Beats & Visual Vibes First Friday | Friday, 5 - 11 PM | Moore Square - 201 South Blount St, Raleigh
A family-friendly celebration of arts and culture in Moore Square. Full showing of Black Panthers with live remixing of the soundtrack by the Shaolin Jazz group. Local vendor market + food trucks. Live musical performances and art activities.
COST: Free to attend, cost for food truck + vendors
First Friday Music, Food, And Vendor Market | Friday 5:30 - 8:30 PM | 616 N 1st Ave, Knightdale
Join us Friday, April 5th from 5:30-8:30 PM to shop local, enjoy live music, and indulge in delicious bites from food trucks.
Support small businesses while enjoying craft brews and good vibes!
COST: Free to attend, cost for food and vendors
Dreamville Music Festival | Friday + Saturday | Dorothea Dix Park, Raleigh
Headlined by J. Cole, Nicki Minaj, 50 Cent, with performances from many other musical guests. Join thousands of others at the biggest music festival in Raleigh.
COST: Varies by ticket.
Durham Bulls Baseball | Home games Friday - Sunday | Durham Bulls Athletic Park
The Durham Bulls season has begun, and they play host to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp all weekend.
COST: $13 and up
Carolina Hurricanes | Home games on Friday + Sunday | PNC Arena
The Hurricanes play two home games this weekend on Friday and Sunday.
COST: $45 and up
Raleigh Foodie Fare | Saturday, 11 AM - 3 PM | Raleigh Iron Works - 2200 Atlantic Ave, Raleigh
Check out this foodie and art market series featuring a food truck rodeo, food vendors, art vendors, drinks, live music, and more.
COST: Free to attend, cost for food truck + vendors
Tacos ‘N Taps Festival | Saturday, 12 - 5 PM | Koka Booth Amphitheatre
This all you can taste Beer and Tequila Festival offers up some of the Triangle's Best Tacos and Mexican Food, the best dancing music from Triangle Area DJs, margaritas, piñata punching, contests, and many other surprises.
COST: $39 or $75 depending on ticket
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE FUTURE EVENTS
April 19: 21Marbles: PARTYology - hosted at Marbles Kid Museum. Most be 21+ to attend. Laser tag, pizza, human foosball, drinks, and more!
April 20: North Carolina ‘Cuegrass Festival 2024. BBQ, drinks, live music, and vendors in downtown Raleigh.
April 26-27: Raleigh NC Pro Rodeo. Join us for the best rodeo action on dirt Friday and Saturday nights April 26th and 27th starting at 8:00 pm both nights. Click here for tickets
April 26-27: Brewgaloo - Cheers to NC’s largest craft beer festival with 110+ brewers taking place in downtown Raleigh.
May 4: Raleigh Tacos & Margs Crawl - Join the fiesta with hundreds of attendees, and get all-access to Raleigh's best bars & restaurants!
May 4: Ma & Pa Market Festival - The 2024 Mother's and Father's Day festival will feature 100+ local vendors, a DJ, food trucks and a NEW Lounge section
WEEKEND WEATHER
Friday
61 🌡️ 37 | ⛅️ | 0%
Saturday
61 🌡️ 38 | 🌤️ | 0%
Sunday
66 🌡️ 46 | 🌤️ | 0%
SPORTS
Men’s Basketball 🏀
NCAA Tournament: Final Four & Championship
Friday: Orlando Magic @ Charlotte Hornets | 7 PM
Sunday: OKC Thunder @ Charlotte Hornets | 6 PM
Baseball ⚾️
FRIDAY
Miami @ Duke | 6 PM
NC State @ Louisville | 6 PM
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp @ Durham Bulls | 6:35 PM
UNC @ Virginia | 7 PM
SATURDAY
UNC @ Virginia | 1 PM
NC State @ Louisville | 1 PM
Miami @ Duke | 3 PM
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp @ Durham Bulls | 6:35 PM
SUNDAY
Miami @ Duke | 1 PM
NC State @ Louisville | 1 PM
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp @ Durham Bulls | 1:05 PM
Hockey 🏒
Friday: Washington Capitals @ Carolina Hurricanes | 7 PM
Sunday: Columbus Blue Jackets @ Carolina Hurricanes | 7 PM
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