Empire of the Sun walks on a dream at Walnut Creek + 19 more local ways to get off the couch this week, Sept. 3-9.
Mayberry Meets the Mountains
Your guide for things to do + places to eat, drink and stay in Mount Airy, aka Mayberry NC.
Raleigh Little Theatre Celebrates 90 Years
For 90 years, Raleigh Little Theatre has united the community both on and off stage, growing into one of Oak City’s defining arts institutions.
How to Use AI for Time Management and Better Boundaries
Work, school, football season, holiday planning—September has a way of filling every open space on the calendar. Here’s how people are using AI to prioritize tasks, spot fake urgency and reclaim breathing room before burnout takes over.
2026–27 Arts & Theater Guide
Your guide to Raleigh’s 2026–27 arts and theater productions, exhibits and more.
Five Raleigh Side Quests Worth the Detour
In need of a new side quest? Explore Raleigh’s outskirts through bookstores, coffee shops and entertainment ops worth veering off for.
23 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week, Aug. 27–Sept. 2
Catch some views light years away from Earth via 321 Coffee’s Project Hail Mary screening + 22 more ways to fill this week, Aug. 27–Sept. 2.
22 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week, Aug. 20–26
Jazz in the Square returns for its sixth season + 21 more local ways to get out of the house this week, , Aug. 20–26.
Behind Dix Park’s Flowers Cottage Renovation
We chat with the design team behind Dix Park’s Flowers Cottage renovation and what to expect from the upcoming Cottage Coffee and Park Bar.
Dr. Dog Takes on AVL Sounds Fest
Raleigh Mag chats with Dr. Dog ahead of their performance at the Hopscotch-adjacent AVL Sounds Fest in Asheville.



