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  • Meet Irish in Raleigh

  • Get information in our Raleigh guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Raleigh

  • Brian Norris

    When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.

InterNations - A Place for Irish in Raleigh

Dia duit to all of our Irish in Raleigh! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Irish expats in Raleigh? Are you looking for advice from other Irish, e.g. which bars in Raleigh will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for Irish stew?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Raleigh. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Irish expats, coming from Dublin, Limerick, Cork and all regions of Ireland.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Raleigh

5,624
members in Raleigh
43
Irish members
3+
monthly events
66
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Irish at our events in Raleigh

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Irish in Raleigh.

Apr 19, 2025, 7:00 PM
24 attendees
Remember last year's awesome potluck at Bond Park in Cary? Join us at the same location for a fun-filled afternoon of feasting on dishes from around the globe while soaking in the gorgeous lake views.
Apr 26, 2025, 4:00 PM
40 attendees
Sharing this upcoming event at JC Raulston Arboretum! The event runs from 10am to 5pm, I intend to be there earlier in the day around 10-11am for a while. I will notify attendees ahead of it. $5 to ge
May 3, 2025, 4:00 PM
42 attendees
The annual Ham & Yam Festival is teaming with ham biscuits, barbeque pork sandwiches, sweet potatoes foods, and more. There will be arts, vendors, kid’s activities, live entertainment, and the popular
May 17, 2025, 2:00 AM
9 attendees
A small gathering of InterNations at a local Greek food spot on a Friday evening! Join us!

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Why Irish expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Irish members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

  • Community Member
    From Ireland, living in Raleigh
  • Community Member
    From Ireland, living in Raleigh
  • Community Member
    From Ireland, living in Raleigh
  • Community Member
    From Ireland, living in Raleigh
  • Community Member
    From Ireland, living in Raleigh

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Our Global Partners

Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Find other Irish to share your hobbies with

Irish Expats in Raleigh Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Irish expats in Raleigh exchange experiences and tips to support each other. The City of Oaks can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Raleigh’s Irish expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Irish expats in Raleigh.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Raleigh to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Irish in Raleigh at Our Events

Our community in Raleigh is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Raleigh’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Irish expats to explore the pleasantly mild Pacific Northwest. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Ireland in your local community as well as Irish in the USA nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Irish living in Raleigh!

  • Brian Norris

    When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.

  • Caroline Stiles

    In such an international city such as Washington, D.C. InterNations holds great events for everyone to network and enjoy themselves.

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