Open House for North Raleigh's Precinct 01-39
2026-01-31 12:15 - 14:15 (America/New_York) | Location will be emailed a few days in advance of event, to those who have registered.
Please join us for:

Introductions, overviews of how a precinct works.
WCDP’s plan for 2026, dates and details for upcoming primaries (early voting is in February, Election Day is March 3)
Ways to get involved with information about what the task entails as well as how much time/effort is needed. (phone calls, writing postcards and door hangers, canvassing/door knocking, attending meetings and events, technology and social media, etc). Our precinct also needs officers to serve along with me, so if you really want to dive in, please consider.
Light snacks and beverages will be provided

Postcard Writing in Knightdale
2026-01-31 14:00 - 15:00 | Cake Town Bakery, 903 Smithfield Road, Knightdale, 27545
Join us for a fun postcard writing event! We will sip on coffee and write postcards to encourage new folks in our area to get involved in the Democratic Party! Everyone welcome to join us no matter where you live! Email ritarakestraw6@gmail.com or brandibrown.wcdp@gmail.com to RSVP

[CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER] Precinct 13-05 Lit Drop
2026-02-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Durant Nature Preserve, South Entrance, Outside Campbell Lodge, 3237 Spottswood St, Raleigh, 27615
Join Precinct 13-05 as we drop off door hangers on our neighbors’ doors to invite them to our area’s monthly postcard party and our Precinct Annual Meeting (PAM) to learn how to get connected to Wake Dems. We want our fellow Democratic and left-leaning neighbors to know that we are active, and we will not be waiting until close to Election Day, but getting started NOW!

At Large Commissioner Candidates Forum – North Raleigh
2026-02-01 14:30 - 16:30 | Location will be shared with those who register, several days in advance of event
The Falls River, Capital Forest and Midtown Areas are pleased to join together and host a forum for the 2026 Democratic Candidates for the At-Large Seats on the Wake County Commission. This in-person event will be Sunday, February 1st from 2:30 t0 4:30 with some time at the beginning and end to mingle with the candidates. The specific North Raleigh location will be sent after submitting an RSVP. At this time, all seven of the declared candidates are planning to attend and we are excited to hear what they have to share! Please join us!

18-05 Precinct Meeting
2026-02-01 16:00 - 17:00
Monthly Official 18-05 Precinct meeting

LGBTQ+ Dems of Wake Board Meeting
2026-02-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual
The LGBTQ+ Democrats of Wake County will be hosting its monthly board meeting. All registered Democrats are invited to attend. An agenda and Zoom link will be sent to people who register on the morning of the meeting. Questions can be sent to admin@lgbtqdemsofwake.com.

Site Captains for Early Voting Poll Greeting: 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections
2026-02-02 18:30 - 19:45 | Zoom
Site Captains for Early Voting Poll Greeting: 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections
Are you a new or returning Site Captain for Early Voting in the upcoming elections? Early voting starts on February 12th. Join us to review the new Site Captains’ checklist; review the Site Captain’s role, responsibilities, and the support available specifically for the primaries and Raleigh municipal; and share your questions, best practices, and tips.
This session’s information is uniquely tailored for Early Voting Site Captains in the 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections. Participants are restricted to Site Captains for Early Voting only.
When: Monday, February 2nd, 6:30 – 7:45 PM
Where: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP, below)
RSVP by registering below
For more information, contact Linda Ippolito at: Secondvc@wakedems.org

GLENWOOD AREA Precinct Officers CEC Watch/ PAM Lit Prep Party
2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Glenwood Area Precinct Officers! Come join us for a CEC Watch/ PAM Lit prep party!! BYOD- Bring Your Own Device and Dinner. Have a snack or your dinner for yourself. We will be prepping PAM canvassing materials to increase attendance at your PAMs to keep our precincts organized, and we will have the CEC meeting playing for all to hear, but you must bring your own device to log in for voting for the CEC. RSVP for location details. Precinct Officers for Glenwood area only please. Contact the host with questions.

Democracy on Tap - Apex
2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00 | 3675 Green Level W Rd Suite 101, Apex, NC 27523, 3675 Green Level W Rd Suite 101, Apex, 27523
Join Apex Dems at Bottle Theory on the first Wednesday of every month to find out what’s happening in the district, talk about issues, meet candidates, and more.
This is a primarily a casual social gathering, so come out and meet some fellow Democrats and enjoy $5 glasses of wine!

Glenwood Area Bi-monthly Social
2026-02-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Will be shared with those who sign up
Please join the Glenwood Area Democrats for a fun-filled evening of socializing and networking with fellow Democrats. This month we will gear up for the primaries! We are stronger together, and better together.
Whether you’re a long-time party member or new to the political scene, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and discuss important issues facing our community.
Note: Location details will be e-mailed to those who sign up by the day before the event. Locale is convenient to N Raleigh, and we encourage you to arrive at 6 to have more time to order and enjoy dinner if you’d like.

West Cary Area Social
2026-02-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Join the West Cary Dems for a relaxed social gathering where neighbors can connect, unwind, and strengthen the community that powers our work. This event is a chance to meet fellow West Cary residents, build new relationships, and learn about the many ways you can plug in as we head into a busy and important year.
Whether you’re curious about volunteering, looking for ways to use your skills, or simply want to meet the people who make our precincts strong, this gathering is the perfect place to start. We’ll share opportunities to get involved, support local organizing, and help build the kind of engaged, connected community that makes a real difference.
Location details will be provided upon registration.

[CANCELLED] West Cary Happy Hour
2026-02-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Please join us for West Cary Area Dems Monthly happy hour. Come hang out, meet some great folks, and talk about what’s next for our community. We’ll be brainstorming ideas, sharing thoughts, and making plans to keep moving forward together. Whether you’ve been involved for a while or new to the group, there’s a seat at the table for you! Like minded unaffiliated folks are always welcome. Light snacks to be provided and food truck available for purchase.

Precinct 01-23 Book Club
2026-02-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Join southwest Raleigh Democrats reading edifying–and potentially subversive–literature. In September, we revisited George Orwell’s classic 1984. We realized that reading books in 2025 constitutes an act of resistance to Big Brother’s intrusiveness. That and it’s fun to discuss them with friends over a great cup of coffee in a newly reopened, beloved neighborhood cafe near NCSU.
In October, we’ll take on Abundance, by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson. What favorite read do you recommend?

Apex Dems Saturday Morning Wake Up Call
2026-02-07 09:30 - 11:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
NEW LOCATION! Join Apex Dems for coffee on the first Saturday every month to find out what’s happening in the district, talk about issues, meet candidates, and more.
This is a primarily a casual social gathering, but we’ll sometimes have topics and specific information to share as well. We hope you’ll come out and engage with your local Dem community–we can’t wait to see you!
Please note the new location starting July 5 in the confirmation email. For more information, contact: Jen Job, Apex Vice Chair at apexvc@wakedems.org

Glenwood Area PAM Canvass
2026-02-07 10:30 - 13:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Join Glenwood Area as we canvass some of our area precincts to invite our Democrat neighbors to join us for PAM meetings. Bring comfortable shoes, water, and dress appropriately for the weather! We will meet for a short training session before heading out to canvass.

Central Cary Monthly Happy Hour
2026-02-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Please join us for a monthly happy hour in Cary from 12pm-2pm! This is a great opportunity to meet fellow Democrats who live in your neighborhood, talk about issues, and get to know some of our local elected officials!

Candidate “speed dating” - hosted by Midtown Area’s Precinct 07-13
2026-02-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Location will be emailed a few days in advance of event, to those who have registered.
Midtown Area’s Precinct 07-13 pleased to host an opportunity get to know a number of the 2026 Democratic candidates running for office in the Primary Election. This in-person event will be Sunday, February 8th from 2 to 4 and features lightning rounds of conversation as our special guests rotate from table to table. Time will also be intentionally left at the end to mingle informally with the candidates. The specific meeting location will be sent after you sign up, a few days before the event. Declared candidates are planning to attend and we are excited to hear what they have to share! Please join us!

Candidate Fair for Centennial and Downtown North Areas!
2026-02-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Candidate Fair for Centennial and Downtown North Areas!
Join Centennial and Downtown North Area Dems and grassroots activists for a Meet the Candidates Fair! Great opportunity to hear from our primary candidates and learn more about their positions on the issues most important to you.
All are welcome! Please register for location and specific meeting info.

Poll Greeters Training: 2026 Primary & Raleigh Municipal Elections
2026-02-09 18:30 - 19:45 | Zoom
Are you a new or returning Poll Greeter for the upcoming elections? Early Voting and Election Day are just around the corner. Join us to review the role, responsibilities, key tasks, best practices, and support available for poll greeters – all specifically for the upcoming primaries across Wake County and Raleigh municipal elections.
When: Monday, February 9th, 6:30 – 7:45 PM
Where: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP, below)
RSVP by registering below
For more information, contact Linda Ippolito at: Secondvc@wakedems.org

Falls River Wine and Politics
2026-02-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Join us for our monthly social in Raleigh (near Falls of Neuse/Durant Rd) to chat, have a drink, and get to know your neighbors! Dems and like-minded folks are welcome. Bring a friend!

Holly Springs Dems on Tap
2026-02-09 19:00 - 21:00

North Hills Democrats Social
2026-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
2026 is already shaping up to be a historic year. Join your fellow neighbors and Democrats at our North Hills Democrats social as we connect, share updates on the upcoming primary and precinct annual meetings, and talk about ways you can get involved to help turn North Carolina blue this fall.

What to Expect at Precinct Annual Meetings, 2026
2026-02-10 18:30 - 19:45 | Zoom
What to Expect at Precinct Annual Meetings, 2026
If you are new to the WCDP Precinct Annual Meeting (PAM) process, or would like a refresher, join us for this session during which we will:

share a preview of the overall agenda and meeting process;
discuss exciting plans and tools for organizing our precincts in this important election year;
demonstrated how to use this year’s electronic PAM packet; and
answer your questions.

When: Tuesday, February 10th, 6:30 – 7:45 PM
Where: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP, below)
RSVP by registering below

Young Democrats of Wake County Monthly Meeting
2026-02-10 18:30 - 20:00 | NCDP Headquarters – Goodwin House, 220 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Welcome to the Young Democrats of Wake County. We are the voice of Democratic and left-leaning folks in Wake County between the ages of sixteen (16) and thirty-five (35). We host monthly chapter meetings, socials, organize political activities, and support Democratic candidates from School Board to the White House! We’re looking forward to building power with you!
We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the NCDP HQ Goodwin House. Our chapter meetings are hybrid, so if you’re unable to attend in person, you’re welcome to join us via Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, please email youngdemswake@gmail.com.

Wake County Senior Democrats Monthly Organizing Meeting
2026-02-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Location will be provided to registered attendees
Register here: https://www.mobilize.us/ncseniordemocrat/event/748511/
Join the Wake Senior Democrats in Person and also by Zoom (Hybrid) in Downtown Raleigh for our Monthly Meeting every 2nd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30. Doors open at 5:00 pm and zoom opens at 5:25. Voting Members must be Registered Democrats age 50 and up, but we welcome all like minded souls. We have MANY non voting members both in and out of Wake County! Translation, we don’t care what your age is, or whether you are Dem or UNA voter, everyone is welcome. Our focus for 2026 is the 13K Wake Senior Dems who didn’t vote in 2024 and 43K Wake Senior Dems who didn’t vote in 2022. Outreach, especially during times of insanity (47th President) and upcoming Midterms are on all our minds.
Every Day Counts, so please come join us! Location, Agenda, join links provided to registered guests upon sign up. Agendas for upcoming and past dates provided for all registered guests in the Mobilize confirmation email!
Our stated goal is to reach out to every single Senior Dem in Wake County that didn’t vote in the 2022 Midterm, whether by call, postcard, or door knock on a precinct by precinct basis.

Wake Dems Valentine's Gala
2026-02-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Raleigh Marriott City Center
Join us on Wednesday, February 11th to honor this year’s Sweethearts, Rising Stars, and Mentors, alongside the inaugural presentation of a new award!
We’re thrilled to host this year’s event at the Raleigh Marriott City Center!
The evening’s program will run from 6:30 – 8:30pm with plenty of time for socializing before and after. We’ll have a staffed photo booth, couple’s games to play for prizes, and a few special surprises throughout the evening.
Attire for the evening is business/cocktail. Tickets include dinner, a drink ticket, and entry for door prizes.
Help us get a quick start to 2026 by purchasing your tickets or becoming a sponsor today!
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Early Voting for March 3 Primary
2026-02-12 08:00 - 2026-02-28 15:00
Early Voting Thursday February 12th – Saturday February 28th at 12 sites throughout Wake County
All sites have the same hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 7:30pm
Sunday: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 3:00pm
More information at Election Central: wakedems.org/vote

Capital Forest Canvass
2026-02-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Location will be emailed a few days prior to the event
Knock doors with us in an unorganized precinct in Capital Forest (Northeast Raleigh) to help build our volunteer base! We will be talking to Democrats and left-leaning Unaffiliated voters with high support scores, so these will be friendly conversations encouraging our neighbors to join our efforts to elect Roy Cooper to the US Senate and Anita Earls to the State Supreme Court. First time canvassing? Our experienced canvassers would love to take you as a silent partner if that’s more comfortable for you.

Resolution Writing Training
2026-02-12 18:30 - 19:45 | Zoom
Resolution Writing: Resolutions are not required during the precinct annual meeting (PAM) process, however, for WCDP volunteers that would like to develop and submit resolutions during their upcoming PAM, this training/info session will provide a guide to the purpose of resolutions, requirements for an acceptable resolution, parameters for their submission, and examples of sound resolutions.
When: Thursday, February 12, 6:30 – 7:45 PM.
Where: Zoom (live session; the Zoom link will be sent automatically upon RSVP, below)
RSVP by registering below
For questions, email: Secondvc@wakedems.org

Midtown, Umstead Raleigh, and Morrisville - Canvassing for PAMs and beyond!
2026-02-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Location will be emailed a few days in advance of event, to those who have registered.
Feel like flexing those door-knocking muscles for a few hours? Good news, because we need your help! Be SWEET and Join us for an hour or so of community and conversation – powered by chocolate!
All are welcome including silent partners. It’s fun and enjoyable speaking with people who are like-minded, curious about WakeDems, and want to get involved. We will be using carefully curated lists of Democrat-friendly households, and all canvassing is done in pairs.
Training will be provided at the beginning so that you can feel comfortable and confident inviting people to become volunteers, and attend upcoming events. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to make a difference!
