Weekend best bets: Mardi Gras, Valentine's markets, Winter Jam
There is plenty to do this weekend across the Triangle!
Festivals and fun
Feb. 9: Galentine's Party at Curate - Enjoy complimentary drinks, permanent jewelry and lots of local shopping.
Feb. 10: Hardli Gras - The fun starts at 11 a.m. at Tasty Beverage Co. in downtown Raleigh for to-go drinks for kids of all ages. Stroll with The Second Line Stompers through Raleigh's Sip n’ Stroll Social District and back to Crank Arm Brewing for fun-filled afterparty with the OG Downtown Strollers, live music from Mel Melton and the Wicked Mojos, food from Bull City Eatery and king cake!
Feb. 10: Cupid Run 5K - The annual Cupid Run 5K will be held at Knightdale Station Park. Don't forget to wear your Valentine's Day best! Registration is $20 per person and the first 300 registered will receive a finisher medal and Knightdale Pop Socket.
Feb. 10: Cupid's Corner Market - This Valentine’s Day market runs from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. with local gifts, unique treats and festivities for all your loved ones!
Feb. 10: ArtHouse Gala at CAM Raleigh - Enjoy delicious small bites and an open bar featuring specialty ArtHouse beer, wine, and signature cocktails.
Feb. 10: Lunar New Year Market - Shop from AAPI (Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders) owned businesses, eat delicious food and celebrate the year of the Dragon at Raleigh Iron Works. There will be three food trucks: Golden K Dog, Lao Lao and Southern Fried Lumpia Co.
Feb. 10: Wagentine's Raffle and Adoption Event - An adoption event and pop-up market at Bond Brothers from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. with amazing raffle prizes. All proceeds from this raffle will go towards heartworm treatment for heartworm positive dogs at the Wake County Animal Center.
Feb. 10: Adult Prom Night - Celebrate Valentine's Day with a night of dancing and cocktails at InStill Distilling CO. Get a sitter, get a limo, dress up as much as you want--extra points for a corsage!! Prom King and Queen will be crowned by 11 p.m.
Feb. 11: Daytime Mardi Gras Celebration - Celebrate Mardi Gras early at this free, all-ages, Sunday afternoon event under the Durham Central Park Pavilion. Come party New Orleans style – rain, snow, or sun! There will be free crafting booths for kids and adults, food, live music and the fun of dancing.
Feb. 11: GRL Market in Raleigh - This women’s maker market hosts female-owned brands. It was created to help women network and elevate their business.
On stage
Feb. 9: Winter Jam at PNC Arena - There is a suggested $15 donation at the door. Performers include Crowder, Cain, Kathy Nichole, Seventh Day Slumber and more.
Feb. 9-10: Let's Groove Tonight: Motown Meets Philly Sound - The pop, soul, and R&B sounds of Motown meet famous hits from the Philly Sound as your North Carolina Symphony and guest vocalists perform classic songs including “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now,” “Love Train,” “What’s Going On,” “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” and more.
Feb. 10: Soulful Sounds in Raleigh - You’ve probably seen “NYC's Jazzy R&B Duo” on HBO or Amazon, but this is your chance to experience their fun personalities at one of their shows! The show is at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
