July 2021, Issue II
 
Downtown Raleigh skyline on a clear, summer evening
The Biggest Events of August in Raleigh, N.C.
There's still tons of fun to be had in the City of Oaks this summer—soccer matches, foodie events, art exhibits, outdoor concerts and way, way more are coming right up! SEE EVENTS
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How to Plan the Ultimate Summer Bike Ride on the East Coast Greenway
Woman riding a bike, coming out of a concrete tunnel with a giant bike mural painted on the exterior of the bridge
Conquering the East Coast Greenway in the Raleigh area: 45 miles of bike trails, two blooming sunflower fields, one state park and a glorious train ride back to downtown Raleigh. PLAN YOUR TRIP
Best of the Fall Concert Lineup in Raleigh, N.C.
Big concert at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek on a clear, summer evening
Concert season is back (and in full swing!). See the best of the best indoor and outdoor concerts that are straight ahead in Raleigh, N.C., and grab those tickets before they're gone! SEE SCHEDULE
Our State Magazine: Three Itineraries in the City of Oaks
All Are Welcome Raleigh, N.C., mural
Food, shopping, art and history: Spend a day exploring one of three unique districts in downtown Raleigh—or stay for the weekend to explore them all! READ ARTICLE
CBS17: Destination Vacation: New Hope Valley Railway
A small engine traveling down a track in the woods
Just down the road from Raleigh, one of the area’s best-kept secrets for anyone interested in trains, history or an off-the-beaten-path adventure awaits. The New Hope Valley Railway provides a chance to hop aboard an historic locomotive! READ MORE
Exterior of CAM Raleigh
Must Visit: CAM Raleigh (Contemporary Art Museum)

If there’s one museum that personifies the spirit of Raleigh, then CAM is it. Smart, modern and a little unexpected, CAM Raleigh is hands down a favorite among locals, and for good reason. DETAILS
Fly Confident. Fly RDU.
Fly Confident at RDU International Airport

RDU International Airport has been hard at work deploying new safety measures around the terminals. On your next visit, look for new distancing signage, hand-sanitizing stations and much more. READ MORE
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Featured Photos 
Pink evening sky over the downtown Raleigh skyline Giant sunflower field under a clear summer sky
Close-up photo of a cheesy pizza loaded with toppings--greens, tomatoes and more Pathway through Lafayette Village shopping area that looks like a scenic street in France

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Downtown Raleigh • @antionneking
Dorothea Dix Park Sunflower Fields • @triangleexplorer
Lafayette Village • @raleighwhatsup
Di Fara Pizza, Cary • @raleighinandout

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