This winter, once again enjoy outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh, at The RINK, presented by UNC Health. Enjoy skating on a natural ice skating rink in the heart of Raleigh. The RINK is at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, from November 22, 2025, to December 28, 2025. Please note that this is earlier than the planned end date, due Keep reading to see the specific … [Read more...] about The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating ends Dec. 28
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Where to ski in North Carolina — and the opening date of each resort
Where to Ski in North Carolina There are six ski resorts in Western North Carolina. Three of them are clustered in the northern part of the North Carolina mountains, near Boone: Sugar Mountain Resort, Appalachian Ski Mtn., and Beech Mountain Ski Resort. Hatley Pointe (formerly Wolf Ridge) is in Mars Hill, near Asheville. Cataloochee Ski Area is in Maggie Valley, near Cherokee, Waynesville, … [Read more...] about Where to ski in North Carolina — and the opening date of each resort
Duke Promo: Free sub at Harris Teeter Nov. 21 because opponent missed 2 consecutive free throws
Duke fans (or, really, anyone who is hungry) can get a FREE 6-inch sub at Harris Teeter when an opposing team misses two consecutive free throws in the second half of a Duke Men's Basketball home game. The promo is valid only at participating stores in the Triangle market (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and Cary), while supplies last. You need to have a VIC card to get the coupon. That happened … [Read more...] about Duke Promo: Free sub at Harris Teeter Nov. 21 because opponent missed 2 consecutive free throws
Get 2 Bojangles Sausage Biscuits for $1 when UNC scores 100 points
When the Tar Heels score at least 100 points in a regular season home game, there is a benefit for hungry fans! Get two Sausage Biscuits for $1 at participating Bojangles restaurants in North Carolina the next day. Better call ahead to make sure your location is participating. When you order, just mention the "100 Point Special." In general, if the Tar Heels are in a game during … [Read more...] about Get 2 Bojangles Sausage Biscuits for $1 when UNC scores 100 points
Fishing Frenzy at Lake Benson Boathouse in Garner Nov. 15
Cast a line and join the fun at Lake Benson Boathouse, 975 Buffaloe Road, Garner, North Carolina. Enjoy a relaxing morning of self-guided fishing at Fishing Frenzy on November 16, 2025. There's no fee to participate, but anyone 16 or older must have a valid NC fishing license. Information and registration at garner.recdesk.com/Community/Calendar. Adults (ages 16 and up) can register for … [Read more...] about Fishing Frenzy at Lake Benson Boathouse in Garner Nov. 15
YouTube TV subscribers can get a $20 credit, and might still be able to watch ESPN
YouTube TV subscribers have been missing out on sports and other content, as YouTube TV and Disney haven't come to terms. This means that ESPN and ABC are no longer on YouTube TV, at least for now. Each is blaming the other, but it's the subscribers, who pay over $80 a month, who are losing out. At least, though, there's a little compensation. If you're a YouTube TV subscriber you … [Read more...] about YouTube TV subscribers can get a $20 credit, and might still be able to watch ESPN
Skate Moore Square: Moore Square is being transformed into a skate park this weekend — Nov. 7 to 9
Skate Raleigh is transforming Moore Square into a pop-up skate park from November 7 to 9, 2025. They'll be bringing ramps, boxes and rails. Skate Moore Square is an all-ages event for those who like to skateboard, roller skate and scooter, and the people who love to watch them. Enjoy a high-energy weekend on wheels. Moore Square is at 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Read … [Read more...] about Skate Moore Square: Moore Square is being transformed into a skate park this weekend — Nov. 7 to 9
Free Original Grand Slam Breakfast at Denny’s Nov. 3 to 10 — because a grand slam was hit in the World Series
Denny's is offering a nationwide giveaway: Denny's Rewards members will receive a free Original Grand Slam Breakfast because a Grand Slam was hit in the World Series. Addison Barger hit a pinch-hit grand slam in Game 1, activating this reward! More details below, but make sure that you sign up for Denny's Rewards program before November 3, 2025, so that you can redeem the free Original Grand … [Read more...] about Free Original Grand Slam Breakfast at Denny’s Nov. 3 to 10 — because a grand slam was hit in the World Series
Savannah Bananas are coming to Chapel Hill — how to get a chance at tickets
The Savannah Bananas are possibly the world's most popular "baseball" team. They play a version of baseball called "Banana Ball," which has very different rules than traditional baseball and focuses on entertainment and fun. Banana Ball is coming to Chapel Hill, North Carolina, in 2026. The Savannah Bananas will be playing the Tailgaters at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill on April 11 and 12, … [Read more...] about Savannah Bananas are coming to Chapel Hill — how to get a chance at tickets
Wings Over Springs Airshow and Drone Race in Holly Springs Oct. 4
Wings Over Springs Air Show and Drone Race takes place Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina. This event is FREE for spectators. Wings Over Springs features radio-controlled model aircraft and drone racing. Enjoy demonstrations, food trucks, a charity raffle, a crawler truck area … [Read more...] about Wings Over Springs Airshow and Drone Race in Holly Springs Oct. 4










