Raleigh Magazine’s Cocktail Classic is back—shaking up The Exchange Nov. 15, 2025!
The city’s most sipworthy soiree serves up RM’s fresh class of Best Bartender nominees as they go head-to-head behind the bar for People’s Choice award.
Your golden ticket unlocks unlimited craft cocktails from Raleigh’s finest, plus bangin’ bites, buzzy DJ beats, live mic’d-up bartender demos—and an all-around electric vibe.
Don’t miss the ultimate night out!
- You'll safely start the evening with a rideshare code compliments of Whitley Law Firm. (Free event parking is also available)
- Your ticket includes a front-row seat at one of the two custom demo bars to watch, learn and taste from RM's Best Bartender nominees compliments of ELM Partners (choose the name of your preferred bartender under Add-On).
- Freshen up in the Glow & Glam Lounge compliments of ILUMARI Skin.
- After sipping cocktails from each bartender, cast your vote for the People's Choice award winner.
- Want to mix it up? Step into the Cava Cave for bubbly break.
- Finish the night with a Spirited Swag Send-off including a bottle of spirits, cocktail recipe book and a few more surprises.
Don’t miss the ultimate night out. Snag your ticket today!
I n Partnership with Whitley Law Firm, ELM Partners, ILUMARI Skin, Killjoy and The Exchange Raleigh
The Cocktail Classic Supports Raleigh-Durham Chapter of the United States Bartenders Guild
