Where to Sell: Raleigh’s Pop-Ups, Markets & Festivals

Raleigh is buzzing with opportunities for makers, artists, and small businesses to showcase their goods in front of engaged, local audiences. From intimate pop-ups to massive festivals, these events offer a chance to meet new customers, test products, and build brand awareness. But here’s the real talk: not every event nets a profit. Booth fees, time, and effort can outweigh sales. If you’re just starting out, it’s important to choose strategically.

Inside the Raleighwood Book Club 👀

One idea turned into a new tradition—our annual team book club. 📚 Each year, we pick one title to read, discuss, and actually apply to our work. This year’s pick: “Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less” by the team behind Axios.

Navigating Online Reviews: Don’t Feed the Trolls!

In today’s digital world, online reviews have become a powerful force in shaping the reputation of businesses. They can be a goldmine of feedback, offering insights into what your customers love and where you might need to improve. But, like anything with power, reviews can also be a double-edged sword.

When Baby Showers Are “Not Our Thing”—But Family Is: Raleighwood Delivered Bespoke Print Invitations in Record Time

At the helm of Raleighwood Media Group + Raleighwood Event Group, I like to say that we do everything—except weddings, baby showers, and funerals. Well, that is, unless you’re a very important loved one. And, as always, family comes first! So when my aunt recently called, armed with a few inspiring sources and her high-touch preferences, in search of a baby shower invitation, I couldn’t resist rolling up my sleeves for a bit of family business.

We’re Back, Baby: Raleighwood Returns to Downtown (And We Brought Parking With Us)

After a few great years of calling Midtown home, we felt the pull to return to our roots. So we packed up the ring lights, the whiteboards, the snack drawer, and the wine—and the Raleighwood Media Group + Raleighwood Event Group team is officially back downtown! You can now find us at 311 1/2 E Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, a cozy, character-filled space just steps from some of our favorite Raleigh haunts.