• Opening Reception: September-October Gallery Exhibitions at Sertoma Arts Center

    Sertoma Arts Center 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Join us at Sertoma Arts Center on Saturday, September 20, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for an opening reception. Meet the artists, learn about their work and creative processes, and enjoy an afternoon at the Sertoma Arts Center. About the Exhibition In this two month exhibit, the Raleigh Room will feature "Portraits, Perplexments and Other Past Peculiarities by Kevin Peddicord", the Hall Gallery will feature "Strucure Engaging Spontaneity" by Brain Imfeld,  and the Lobby will feature "Mountains to Sea Trail Sketches" by Jeff "Sketch Guy" Rezeli, "Deliberate Texture" by Ann Haigler, and "Everything in Between" by Matt Murray. Learn more about the Exhibition at Sertoma Arts Center. Event Details Date: Saturday, September 20; 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27612 Cost: Free and open to public To purchase artwork, contact Sertoma Arts Center for details.

  • Celebrate Oberlin Village

    SAVE THE DATE Join the Friends of Oberlin Village for our annual Celebrate Oberlin community event. Plans are underway for a full day of presentations, exhibits and tours. Reserve the date now so that you can get to know your neighbors and learn more about the rich history of Oberlin. Specific event details will be released during July and August.

  • Office of Special Events Pop-Up Engagement Event – CANCELLED

    Smoky Hollow 421 North Harrington Street, Raleigh, NC

    The Department of Community Engagement and the Office of Special Events will be at the Raleigh Twilight Market to share information and get feedback on potential changes to the Noise Ordinance. If you're not able to attend in person, fill out an online survey. Pop-up Event at Raleigh Twilight Market Saturday, Sept. 20 5:30-9:30 p.m. Smoky Hollow 421 North Harrington Street, Raleigh, NC, 27603

  • Boleros y Libros – Ballads & Books

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    We are excited to invite you all to our Boleros y Libros! Ballads & Books event at the City of Raleigh Museum on Sept. 21 from 12 to 4 p.m. We are even more thrilled to introduce you to our featured artist, Ana Jimena. This will be her first solo event as a headliner, and we couldn't be prouder to provide her with this amazing opportunity. Nos llena de entusiasmo invitarle a nuestro evento "Boleros y Libros" en el Museo de la Ciudad de Raleigh el 21 de septiembre de 2025, de 12 a 4 p.m. Nos emociona aún más presentarle a nuestra artista destacada, Ana Jimena. Este será su primer evento en solitario como artista principal y no podríamos estar más orgullosos de brindarle esta increíble oportunidad. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Sunday, Sept. 21 Time: Noon - 4 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free No registration is required

  • Summer Concert Series

    Fred Fletcher Park 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC

    2025 Summer Concert Series Sept. 21 - Tune Swingers Fred Fletcher Park - 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, NC Time: 5 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free Know Before You Go Please bring your own blanket or chair Performers may change without notice Concerts are free, but tips are encouraged At Pullen Park, food will be available for purchase at the cafe At Fletcher Park, please bring your own food and beverages Pullen Park Amusements are open until 8 p.m. It may be canceled for inclement weather. For updates, contact 919-996-6468

  • Next Stop: BRT Open House

    John Chavis Historic Carousel House 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina

    About the Event Next Stop: BRT is all about experiencing the future of bus rapid transit (BRT) in Raleigh. At this interactive open house, visitors can: 🚍 Step inside a BRT bus and preview the rider experience. 🗺️ Learn about all four BRT corridors—New Bern Avenue, Western, Southern, and Northern. 🏪 Explore small business support resources available during construction. 🎨 Discover public art planned for the corridors. 🚦 Get updates on safety and mobility improvements being built into and around the system. 🏗️ Hear about other transportation and infrastructure projects happening in the area. Why Attend? Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is more than just faster bus service—it provides safe, reliable, and accessible connections for Raleigh’s growing community. Attendees can learn about what’s underway and what’s coming next. Who Should Come? Everyone is welcome—residents, business owners, community organizations, commuters, and anyone curious about the future of mobility in Raleigh. Stay Connected Get more information on the Wake BRT project.

  • Preview the Design of the Future Forestville Road Park

    Marsh Creek Community Center 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Raleigh Parks is hosting our third public meeting for the Forestville Road Park Master Plan. Join us to preview the final concept plan for the park and provide your thoughts! Raleigh Parks is excited to create a Master Plan that reflects the unique needs and desires of the community. We welcome your input and look forward to collaborating with you! This event is family-friendly and will include light refreshments and an art-making station for people of all ages. Accommodations and translation services are available upon request. Please contact ForestvilleRoadPark@PublicInput.com for requests and assistance. Learn more and participate in the planning process! Location: Marsh Creek Park Date: Monday, Sept. 22 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

  • Hybrid Midtown Citizens Advisory Council Meeting

    Eastgate Park 4200 Quail Hollow Dr,, Raleigh, NC

    Hybrid Midtown Citizens Advisory Council Meeting Monday, September 22, 2025, 7:00-9:00 pm Eastgate Park Community Center 4200 Quail Hollow Drive   1)   7:00     Call to Order and Welcome to Midtown CAC 2)   7:05     Review and Approval of August 2025 Minutes 3)   7:10     Sergeant Garcia, Raleigh Police Department                   Activity and Crime Stats Report for Midtown                   Question and Answer 4)   7:30     Tree Preservation and Planting Programs                   Maggie Bailey, of “We Plant It Forward” and                   Dave Klemp of “Trees for the Triangle” 5)  8:00      City Council Updates                   Mitchell Silver, District A                   Christina Jones, District E 6)   8:30     Old / New Business, Announcements, Remarks 7)   9:00     Adjournment In Person Location:                   Eastgate Park Community Center                   4200 Quail Hollow Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609 Zoom Meeting Link: Available by Request Visit our Midtown CAC Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/MidtownCAC

  • Dix Park Leadership Committee

    Dix Park Chapel 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC

    The Dix Park Leadership Committee exists to provide guidance to City staff, the Conservancy, and other partners on the implementation of the Dorothea Dix Park Master Plan. The Leadership Committee is supported by City staff and will make recommendations to the Raleigh City Council, which has final approval on the implementation of the Master Plan. Dix Park Leadership Committee Meetings take place at the Dix Park Chapel the fourth Tuesday of every month with exception of summer break and winter holidays. View meeting agendas and minutes

  • Planning Commission

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    NOTE: The City of Raleigh has launched a new agenda management portal called "eScribe" that will improve access and transparency for Planning Commission meeting agendas and minutes. The September 23 Planning Commission agenda is now live and can be accessed through the new City Council, Boards and Commissions: Agendas and Minutes webpage. Public Meeting - September 23, 2025 The City of Raleigh Planning Commission will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, September 23 at 9 a.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street in the City Council Chamber. Planning Commission meetings can be viewed on the city’s websiteand RTN 11. For more information about the meeting, please contact Bynum Walter or visit the Planning Commission webpage. Call to Order Public Comment Consent Agenda Report of Committees C.1 Approval of Minutes Requesting approval of draft minutes from September 9, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting. D.1 TC-3-24 Historic Preservation and RHDC Historic Preservation and RHDC (TC-3-24): Amendments to State Law and a staff review of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) identified issues in the code that warrant further review and correction. To ensure continuous improvement of the city’s land development regulations and align with State Law, the language of the historic […]