kelly caincreative
Event promotion in Raleigh and the Triangle
Get your event, opening or launch in front of locals looking for plans
Raleigh event promotion is all about reaching people while they’re still making plans. Hosting a grand opening, a pop-up, a festival or a product launch? The hardest part is getting people to show up. My audience comes to The Raleigh Local specifically to find things to do in the Triangle.
I can help with a quick shoutout, a featured event post, or a full launch campaign with on-site coverage.
What’s included
Raleigh event promotion options
Story shoutout
A quick Instagram Story share to get your event on locals’ radar.
Featured event
A dedicated carousel post, shared to Stories, plus a newsletter mention.
Launch campaign
Teasers before, on-site coverage the day of, and a recap after, built around your opening or launch.
Event roundups
Inclusion in my weekend and monthly event guides when it fits.
Why it works
Where Triangle locals find their weekend plans
People follow The Raleigh Local to figure out what to do this weekend. That means your event shows up for people who are already planning to go out, not people scrolling past an ad.
Since 2020 I have covered openings, festivals and community events across the Triangle, and I know what makes a post drive RSVPs and foot traffic instead of just likes.
How it works
Simple on purpose
Share the details
Send the date, location, link and what makes your event special.
Pick your level
Choose a shoutout, featured post or custom campaign, and I will confirm timing.
I promote it
Your event goes out to my audience at the right moment before the date.
Pricing
Starting points
Every partnership gets a short proposal with exact deliverables before anything is booked.
Story shoutout
A Story share to put your event on the radar.
Featured event
A dedicated carousel post, shared to Stories, plus a newsletter mention.
Launch campaign
Before, during and after coverage for openings and launches.
FAQ
Questions about event promotion
How far in advance should I book?
Two to three weeks ahead is ideal so your event goes out while people are still making plans. Last-minute shoutouts are sometimes possible.
Do you share events for free?
No. My event features are paid so I can keep the quality high and keep the feed useful for locals.
Can you attend and cover my event in person?
Yes, on-site coverage is part of custom launch campaigns, which start at $500.
What kinds of events do you feature?
Grand openings, pop-ups, festivals, markets, fundraisers, classes and community events across the Triangle.
Let’s fill your event
Grab a quick call or send the details, and I’ll reply with ideas and pricing within two business days.
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