What's Happening in Raleigh?

Looking for an all-in-one resource on life in the Triangle? You've come to the right place! We're always updating our guide to Raleigh with the latest events, real estate news, and so much more—just keep reading to find out what's happening in our area this month.

Triangle Real Estate Updates

Sun Belt Cities Continue to Boom

Johnston County was the fastest-growing county in North Carolina between 2010 and 2020, and it continues to welcome new residents to the area. A new Zillow report named two North Carolina cities among the hottest in the housing market in 2022. Raleigh came in at #3 and Charlotte at #5 when compared to the 50 largest metros in the country.

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The area continues to see new housing communities developing, and home values are predicted to continue rising by as much as 21% through November.

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What's Going On in Raleigh?

There's always something fun to do in the Triangle! Here are a few events coming up over the next few weeks.

July 4

Raleigh 4th of July Fireworks

Celebrate Independence Day with a bang at the Raleigh 4th of July Fireworks! This family-friendly event at Dorothea Dix Park features a kids' zone, a DJ stage, a variety of food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display. Free event parking and shuttles from downtown are available.

Where: Dorothea Dix Park
When: July 4, 2024 from 5:30pm to 10:00pm

July 16

Nature Play Day

Hosted at Prairie Ridge Ecostation, this event invites children 7 and younger to explore through fort-building, costumes, giant blocks, bubbles, and more. A play facilitator will be onsite to enhance the fun. This is a free, drop-in event, perfect for families ready to enjoy the outdoors.

Where: Prairie Ridge Ecostation
When: July 16, 2024 from 10:00am - 12:00pm

July 25 - 28

GalaxyCon Raleigh

Join fans from around the universe at GalaxyCon Raleigh, a four-day extravaganza celebrating all things fandom. This festival features a lineup of celebrities, artists, cosplayers, and more, with plenty of activities related to comic books, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, and gaming. Don't miss out on this ultimate gathering of pop culture enthusiasts!

Where: Raleigh Convention Center
When: July 25 - 28, 2024

More Fun Things to Do

Local parks & rec

Raleigh is home to more than 8,100 acres of parkland, 78 miles of trails, 22 community centers, and so much more. Favorites include Dix Park, Umstead State Park, and the historic Pullen Park.

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Top-rated museums

As the state capital, Raleigh features more than a dozen museums. View the galleries at the NCMA, or check out exhibits at the local science or history museum.

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Entertainment venues

Whether you love checking out the symphony, scoping out a theatre production, or seeing a concert, you'll find tons of entertainment venues around the Triangle.

Upcoming Events »

Annual events

Raleigh is known for its packed calendar of events—so no matter what you love to do, you'll have no trouble finding something fun to do in the Triangle.

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Wondering What's Around?

Contact the Raleigh Experts

Here at 220 Agents, we're passionate about the community we serve, and we'd love to answer any questions you have about the Triangle. Get in touch with us today for more information on local real estate or life in Raleigh. We look forward to chatting!