Happy Friday, Triangle!

What a week.

If you have stepped outside in Raleigh since Sunday night, you already know the news. The Stanley Cup is back after 20 years.

You could feel the energy the moment the final buzzer sounded—patios were full, horns were blaring, and red was everywhere. The celebration has only grown louder throughout the week.

The championship parade rolls through downtown on Saturday, and the city is bracing for what officials project will be the largest public event in Raleigh's history. Whether you are attending or observing from afar, this milestone highlights why the region feels incredibly dynamic right now.

There is plenty more happening across the area. With Juneteenth today and Father's Day on Sunday, this week features a packed slate of news.

Grab your coffee, get comfortable, and let me guide you through the updates.

Here’s your D&M BRIEF:

[B]est Weekend Plans: Curated events to fill your weekend
​[R]ealty Pulse: A quick answer to "How's the market?"
​[I]n the News: The Stanley Cup is back — and the parade is tomorrow
​[E]xclusive Listing: Five minutes from Downtown South. Under $190K.
​[F]riday Favorites: Areas to avoid in Raleigh if you're from out of state

Scroll down and enjoy!

—Brette

[B]EST WEEKEND PLANS

EVENTS

BEST THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND IN THE TRIANGLE

CONCERT Hank Williams Jr. with The Outlaws & John Foster 📅 Jun 20 | 6:30 PM 📍 Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek ​MORE INFO→​

PARADE Stanley Cup Championship Celebration 📅 Jun 20 | 11 AM (fan rally to follow) 📍 Downtown Raleigh ​MORE INFO→​

BASEBALL Durham Bulls vs. Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Father's Day Finale) 📅 Jun 21 | 5:05 PM 📍 Durham Bulls Athletic Park ​MORE INFO→​

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[R]EALTY PULSE

REAL ESTATE MARKET Altos' Market Action Index An at-a-glance answer to “How’s the market?” SEE MORE ≫

REAL ESTATE MARKET Altos' Real-Time Market Profile All key market indicators in one easy-to-read chart, with trend lines showing changes over the past three months. SEE MORE ≫

What it means: The market is settling into that summer rhythm, with inventory continuing to build and giving buyers their best selection of the year so far.

Prices are still holding strong, so well-priced homes are getting attention quickly. Sellers keep that slight edge overall, but buyers finally have a little more room to breathe and negotiate.

[I]N THE NEWS

SPORTS The Stanley Cup Is Back in Raleigh — and the Parade Is Tomorrow READ MORE ≫

▷ Driving the news

Raleigh is hosting the largest celebration in city history this weekend—one that has been 20 years in the making.

The Carolina Hurricanes won the 2026 Stanley Cup on Sunday, June 14, beating the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 to clinch the franchise's second championship.

The Cup returns to North Carolina, with the downtown Raleigh victory parade scheduled for Saturday at 11 a.m.

▷ A 20-year wait ends

Raleigh last hosted a Stanley Cup parade two decades ago, in 2006.

The championship follows eight consecutive playoff appearances under coach Rod Brind'Amour, including three trips to the Eastern Conference Final.

This year broke that cycle.

The Hurricanes finished the postseason with a dominant 16-3 record, sweeping Ottawa and Philadelphia, defeating Montreal in five games, and closing out Vegas with three straight wins after trailing 2-1 in the Final.

At 37 years old, Captain Jordan Staal won the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP after scoring in five consecutive Final games.

▷ The Brind'Amour full-circle story

Rod Brind'Amour was the captain who lifted the Cup for Carolina in 2006. He's now the head coach who lifted it again in 2026.

That makes him just the seventh person in NHL history to win the Stanley Cup as both a player and a head coach for the same team — and the first to do it since 1956.

▷ Saturday parade logistics

The parade begins at 11 a.m. at the intersection of Hillsborough and St. Mary's Streets, proceeds east toward the State Capitol, turns south down Salisbury Street, east on Morgan Street, and concludes on Fayetteville Street with a fan rally at City Plaza.

City officials project attendance to exceed 100,000 fans.

Five municipal parking decks will offer free parking, road closures begin at 3:30 a.m., and GoTriangle will provide transit service from Cary, Apex, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Attendees should plan to arrive early.

Text CANESPARADE to 888777 for real-time updates on traffic, weather, and safety.

▷ Civic impact for Raleigh

This event places Raleigh on a national stage on a Saturday morning in June as tens of thousands of residents gather downtown.

Mayor Janet Cowell officially proclaimed June 20 as Carolina Hurricanes Day, calling the championship a source of civic pride and inspiration for residents throughout Raleigh and North Carolina."

For an expanding city experiencing rapid commercial development and skyline growth, this milestone marks an unforgettable moment in regional sports history.

The Cup is home. Don't miss it.

IN CASE YOU MISSED...

RETAIL Target buys land in red-hot North Carolina town as part of $100M shopping center Target continues to expand into smaller communities outside the core of the Triangle. CLICK TO READ IT ≫

DEVELOPMENT Partnership Breaks Ground on 809,141 SF Industrial Park in Durham A partnership between Hines and an Ares Real Estate fund has begun construction on Parkside Commerce Center, a four-building industrial park spanning 809,141 square feet in Durham. CLICK TO READ IT ≫

PARKS Wake County approves Crowder County Park expansion design Wake County commissioners have approved the schematic design to expand Crowder County Park, adding new trails, a park center, greenway connections and improved pedestrian access. CLICK TO READ IT ≫

[E]XCLUSIVE LISTING

Five minutes from Downtown South. Under $190K. FOR SALE 1228 S State St APT C, Raleigh

Remember Raleigh's $2 billion Downtown South project? The parks, the greenways, the future soccer stadium?

This condo puts you about five minutes from all of it.

And it's listed at $189,900.

Inside, everything's been updated. LVP flooring throughout, freshly painted interior, and a kitchen with white shaker cabinets, stainless appliances, and a tile backsplash. The bathroom is fully tiled with a sleek vanity and semi-frameless shower.

Step outside and you've got your own private back porch, your slice of outdoor space without any of the upkeep, because the HOA handles lawn care, the roof, and the exterior.

Here's what you're working with:

• 2 beds, 1 bath, 734 sq ft
• Fully renovated and move-in ready
• LVP flooring throughout + fresh paint
• Updated kitchen and fully tiled bath
• 2021 tankless water heater
• Brand new roof
• Private back porch
• HOA covers lawn, roof, and exterior
• 5 minutes to downtown Raleigh
• 9 minutes to Walnut Creek Amphitheater

Entry points like this — this close to where Raleigh is heading next — don't sit long.

Just see it for yourself 👇🏻 See all the photos ≫

[F]RIDAY FAVORITES

NEW OPENINGS Lucky AF Richmond-based Eat Restaurant Partners is bringing Lucky AF — short for Asian fusion — to Ridgewood Shopping Center on Wade Avenue. This is the same group behind Wong's Tacos in Raleigh. Expect bento boxes, dumplings, poke, and dozens of specialty sushi rolls in a lively, playful space. Construction starts in the next few months. Opening early 2027 MORE DETAILS ≫

NEW VIDEO AVOID These Raleigh Areas if You Are From Out of State WATCH IT NOW ≫

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TRENDING Massive 28-Acre Development Project Underway in North Hills The North Hills Innovation District (NHID) just got bigger. Kane Realty recently acquired an additional 28 acres to expand the NHID, launching the next phase of one of Raleigh’s most ambitious mixed-use developments. SEE THE POST≫

» Quick Pro Tip

Father's Day is Sunday, and if you're still putting something together, skip the big-box scramble.

The Triangle is packed with local spots that make for better, more personal gifts. Think local breweries with growler refills and merch, neighborhood hardware stores for the project guys, BBQ supply shops, and Saturday farmers markets stocked with everything you'd need for a backyard cookout. Pick one stop today or tomorrow morning and you'll have the whole gift figured out before lunch.

Brette went above and beyond to support us in the process of selling our home in Durham. Her timely communication and commitment to honoring our selling priorities made us feel cared for every step of the way. If you’re looking for a personalized buying or selling experience, give Davis & Main a call.

—Anna J.

Thanks for reading the D&M Triangle BRIEF. See you next Friday! —Brette Davis

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