Shop local at Raleigh, Apex night markets
Lauryn Colatuno, the co-founder of the Raleigh Night Market, was inspired by magical moments at similar markets while on her travels across Europe.
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Lauryn Colatuno, the co-founder of the Raleigh Night Market, was inspired by magical moments at similar markets while on her travels across Europe. These weekly, free-to-the-public markets offer entertainment for the whole family, food and beverages (yes, including beer and wine!) and the opportunity to engage with local business owners and re-invest into the community.
At the core of the Raleigh Night Market is hyper-localized collaboration. Even Lauryn and her co-founder Sara Buxton have partnered with The Hartwell for an outdoor market series this fall. They are hosting bimonthly outdoor markets in The Hartwell’s green space for additional opportunities to meet, greet and shop local artisans. You can swing by for the final Happy Hour on Thursday, Nov. 11 (4:30-7:30 p.m.) or get a great start to your weekend by attending the Saturday morning market on Oct. 30, or Nov. 6 (9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.). The Hartwell will also host an additional Holiday Market on Thursday Dec. 2nd from 4:30-9 p.m.
Lauryn is also excited about expanding the community-based markets into the Apex and Garner areas.
Thursday, Oct. 21's Raleigh Night Market will have a special moment for a family fighting cancer. Former owner of Brice's Brewing, Kris Bengston, recently found out his 5-year-old daughter, Julia, has leukemia. Bengston was diagnosed 3 years ago with a rare form of stage 4 cancer. His wife, Dana, underwent brain surgery six years ago.
Upcoming Market Dates
- Thursday, November 13th from 9AM-12PM
- Thursday, December 9th from 6PM-9PM
- Friday, October 22nd from 5PM-9PM
- Friday, November 26th from 5PM-9PM
- Thursday, October 21 from 5PM-9PM
- Thursday, November 18 from 5PM-9PM
- Wednesday, November 11th from 5PM-9PM
If you’re trying to get a jumpstart on your Holiday shopping, you can also attend the Holiday-specific market and get goodies for everyone on your list (including four legged, fur family members). Starting Friday Nov. 19, The Raleigh Night Market will host a Friday and Saturday Holiday market each weekend through Dec. 18 at Moore Square!
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