Experience Raleigh, N.C.

Tap into Raleigh's heartbeat

We partner with microentrepreneurs, cultural ambassadors, experts, and guides all over the Raleigh area to help share their stories and co-create the most interesting local experiences we can. Peer behind the curtain of your favorite food, drinks, art, and more, to connect with Raleigh in a way that puts its people first.

Experience Raleigh, N.C.

Tap into Raleigh's heartbeat

We partner with microentrepreneurs, cultural ambassadors, experts, and guides all over the Raleigh area to help share their stories and co-create the most interesting local experiences we can.

What is People-First Tourism?

We’re honored! Sisterhood of the Skyline, our video celebrating the bond between artists and the places that spark their creativity, just won a Telly Award! Big thanks to VisitRaleigh and Swift Creek Media for their incredible support. Want to see that connection in action? Explore our upcoming Brush the Skyline events here.

And there’s more—People-First Tourism was recently featured in a PBS story highlighting the power of authentic local experiences. Check out the videos above to see how we’re helping travelers and creators connect in meaningful ways.

Check out our weekly experiences below,
or book something just for you…

Raleigh Bookable Experiences

Check out our weekly experiences below, or book something just for you…

Raleigh Bookables

Upcoming Experiences

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Today

  • Illuminate Art Walk Sip n’ Stroll Tour

    NC Court of Appeals 1 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Experience downtown Raleigh aglow with large-scale, interactive light installations on the Illuminate Art Walk—a one-mile route stretching along Fayetteville Street, filled with vivid sculptures, sound-based artwork, and returning favorites like […]

  • Ornament Metal Stamping Workshop with Adventures in Bloom

    Adventures in Bloom 110 N Salem Street, Apex, NC, United States

    In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn the basics of stamping on metal to create personalized holiday ornaments - the creative options are unlimited! We will guide you through the process […]

  • Ugly Sweater Christmas Beer Tour!

    Lynnwood Brewing Concern Taproom 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, United States

    Pull out your ugliest holiday sweater and join us for a festive afternoon of craft beer, cider, and cheer! On Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1:30–3:30 p.m., we’ll explore two local […]

    Get Tickets $52.00

  • Wendell Holiday Walking Treasure Hunt

    Bearded Bee Brewing Co. 20 East Campen St, Wendell, United States

    Guests will meet at Bearded Bee Brewing Co. (20 E. Campen St., Wendell, NC 27591) and then depart with their treasure map on a holiday version of the Downtown Wendell […]

  • Illuminate Art Walk Sip n’ Stroll Tour

    NC Court of Appeals 1 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Experience downtown Raleigh aglow with large-scale, interactive light installations on the Illuminate Art Walk—a one-mile route stretching along Fayetteville Street, filled with vivid sculptures, sound-based artwork, and returning favorites like […]

  • Illuminate Art Walk Sip n’ Stroll Tour

    NC Court of Appeals 1 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Experience downtown Raleigh aglow with large-scale, interactive light installations on the Illuminate Art Walk—a one-mile route stretching along Fayetteville Street, filled with vivid sculptures, sound-based artwork, and returning favorites like […]

Upcoming Experiences

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

  • Illuminate Art Walk Sip n’ Stroll Tour

    NC Court of Appeals 1 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Experience downtown Raleigh aglow with large-scale, interactive light installations on the Illuminate Art Walk—a one-mile route stretching along Fayetteville Street, filled with vivid sculptures, sound-based artwork, and returning favorites like […]

  • Ornament Metal Stamping Workshop with Adventures in Bloom

    Adventures in Bloom 110 N Salem Street, Apex, NC, United States

    In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn the basics of stamping on metal to create personalized holiday ornaments - the creative options are unlimited! We will guide you through the process […]

  • Ugly Sweater Christmas Beer Tour!

    Lynnwood Brewing Concern Taproom 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, United States

    Pull out your ugliest holiday sweater and join us for a festive afternoon of craft beer, cider, and cheer! On Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1:30–3:30 p.m., we’ll explore two local […]

    Get Tickets $52.00

  • Wendell Holiday Walking Treasure Hunt

    Bearded Bee Brewing Co. 20 East Campen St, Wendell, United States

    Guests will meet at Bearded Bee Brewing Co. (20 E. Campen St., Wendell, NC 27591) and then depart with their treasure map on a holiday version of the Downtown Wendell […]

  • Illuminate Art Walk Sip n’ Stroll Tour

    NC Court of Appeals 1 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Experience downtown Raleigh aglow with large-scale, interactive light installations on the Illuminate Art Walk—a one-mile route stretching along Fayetteville Street, filled with vivid sculptures, sound-based artwork, and returning favorites like […]

  • Illuminate Art Walk Sip n’ Stroll Tour

    NC Court of Appeals 1 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Experience downtown Raleigh aglow with large-scale, interactive light installations on the Illuminate Art Walk—a one-mile route stretching along Fayetteville Street, filled with vivid sculptures, sound-based artwork, and returning favorites like […]

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