A Raleigh woman turned a 50-cent digital lottery play into a $379,423 jackpot. After taxes, she plans to buy a home, invest and help people experiencing homelessness.

Two stadium shows — Guns N' Roses on July 23 and Noah Kahan on July 25 — will jam roads near Carter‑Finley. City officials advise pre‑buying parking and arriving early.

GalaxyCon lands in downtown Raleigh this Thursday through Sunday with big-name guests, cosplay contests and a free Street Fest around the convention center.

Hopscotch returns to downtown Raleigh Sept. 10–12 with 100+ acts, City Plaza headliners and a new free Moore Square Commons for daytime programming.

Sylvan Esso and Tyler Childers will headline the three‑night Good Moon Festival in downtown Durham this October, pairing DPAC headliners with after‑shows and a free matinee.

ParTee Shack has closed its original South Raleigh site as the brand refocuses on larger, flagship venues across the Triangle.

Chapel Hill resident Joey Bass won a $1 million MONOPOLY scratch-off and took home $432,063 after taxes. He bought the ticket at a Petro Mart and claimed the prize in Raleigh.

Two Banana Ball nights at Kenan Stadium are listed as sold out; here’s where to find verified tickets and how to avoid scams.

A $1 Carolina Cash 5 ticket sold at Spring Mart in Raleigh matched all five numbers on Wednesday, paying a $476,189 jackpot. The N.C. Education Lottery lists the retailer but has not named a claimant.

Raleigh and festival promoters signed a multi‑year deal that preserves April weekends through 2029 — but organizers still haven't set 2026 dates. The contract gives promoters scheduling flexibility, while the city and businesses await more details.

Michele Dancy of Raleigh claimed a $400,000 scratch-off top prize and took home $288,041 after taxes.

Raleigh's 2026 Summer Concert Series features free weekend performances by local acts in Fred Fletcher and Pullen Parks, starting May 31, with evenings of diverse music.

Raleigh announces a variety of spring events including egg hunts, fairy gatherings, and a bike readiness event, with activities for all ages and many free of charge.