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Through 8/9
Knowing the West
Yeehaw! Discover untold stories from the American West via an array of artwork from diverse makers of the 19th and early 20th centuries. ncartmuseum.org
Through 8/23
Staying Alive
Stayin’ alive isn’t just for the Bee Gees. From trippy toads and armored armadillos to two-toed sloths, these animals from around the globe have survival on lock. naturalsciences.org
6/3–21
Dear Evan Hansen
Pack the Kleenex—this one hits. The Broadway tearjerker unravels a story of anxiety, connection and finding your voice in the digital age. theatreraleigh.com
6/4–14
Eurydice
Myth, but make it intimate—love, loss and a trip to the underworld hits a little too close to home. Bring tissues (and maybe a date). theatreinthepark.com
6/4, 11, 18, 25
Midtown Beach Music Series
Pack lawn chairs, blankets and dance moves for beachy vibes every Thursday evening via throwback tunes from The Catalinas, Sleeping Booty, Band of Oz and more at Midtown Park.
visitnorthhills.com
6/5
Dave Matthews Band
And all the ants come marching to Walnut Creek for a jam-band pilgrimage of sax solos, deep cuts and that one friend who really knows every lyric. livenation.com
6/5
First Friday Dance Party
The move this First Friday? Grooving at Bitter Social to bangers from DJ Jermania—think punk, pop and disco beats made for hitting the dance floor. bittersocialraleigh.com
6/5
Shopping With the Gays
“Queer-owned. Queer-created. Open to all.” Sip, shop and support local queer artists and makers at Flex Nightclub—offering everything from apparel and jewelry to prints and other fab finds. @monkeyfansraleighofficial
6/5
Swan Lake Selections
No fowl play here. NC Symphony presents an ~en point~ performance as part of Koka Booth’s Summerfest Series. ncsymphony.org
6/5, 13
Flow and Flora
Bend and smell the flowers via an all-levels mat Pilates class at Georgie’s Courtyard Garden—complete with a floral offering honoring the class’ intention, whether a physical or tangible (mocktails, wellness shots, aromatherapy, etc.) aspect. tgfloristry.com
6/5–28
School of Rock
You’re gonna get an earful. Class is officially in session thanks to a wannabe rock star who poses as a substitute teacher at a prep school in this musical based on the hit movie. raleighlittletheatre.org
6/6
Boxyard Birthday
Ain’t no party like a Boxyard RTP party. Celebrate five years with an all-day celebration feat. a live DJ + band, dunk booth, bounce house, lawn games, and a community dinner. boxyard.rtp.org
6/6
Cross-Dress to Impress
Pride 🤝 cross-dressing. The Arena’s gender-bending party at Kings invites you to wear the thing you’ve always wanted to wear—or simply pull up dressed to impress. Get down on the dance floor to DJs Sex on Decks, Mas Culina and Kali Fuchis in between pop-up drag performances, a runway moment and shopping from local clothing vendors. @thearena.us
6/6
International Food Festival
Skip the flight—60+ cultures take over City Plaza with street eats, global flavors and a passport-free world tour one bite at a time. ncvibes.com
6/6
Khalid
“It’s always summer somewhere” when you’re young, dumb and broke—especially at Red Hat with “lovely” tracks and throwbacks turning the night into a starlit sing-along. redhatamphitheater.com
6/6
Mimosa Fest
What’s brunch without mimosas? The day party of all day parties returns to Fenton with specialty mimosas at select venues, live entertainment, various vendors and delish brunch options, natch. Cheers! fentonnc.com
6/6
Parlor Pride
Celebrate love in every color—with a drink in hand, natch—at The Parlor at Heights House’s fourth annual Pride celebration, which promises a fun-filled inclusive afternoon of food and bevs, a live DJ, and drag entertainers. P.S. Bring cash tips! @heightshouseparlor
6/6
Run for Love 5K
Run proud. Party louder. Trophy Brewing and Runologie’s rainbow-splashed 5K kicks off Raleigh Pride with a scenic dash through Dix Park benefiting the LGBT Center of Raleigh. Finish hard, then party harder with DJs, food trucks, Trophy beer and a drag-show afterparty. trophybrewing.com
6/6
A Space Spectacular
3, 2, 1… Blast off on a musical journey of musical scores from Star Wars, 2001: A Space Odyssey, E.T., and other extraterrestrial films for what’s sure to be an out-of-this-world evening at Koka Booth. ncsymphony.org
6/6
Summer Salute
Day trip to the beach without leaving city limits. Dance the night away to beach music by The Embers, nosh on heavy hors d’oeuvres, get lucky at the live auction and raffle or try your hand at a card game—all in support of Transitions LifeCare. northstatebank.com
6/6, 13, 20, 27
Sat Night Vinyl
Lace up your dancing shoes—Sir Walter Raleigh is serving up cocktails and deep cuts spun by Oak City’s best vinyl DJs every Saturday night in June. eventbrite.com
6/7
Pride Industry Night
Sunday Funday—with a little bit of spice. Belly up to Centro on its off-day for tacos, ’tails and tantalizing convo. Pro tip: For each Pride Ranch Water Jarrito (any flavor Jarrito, silver tequila, Tajin rim) sold, $2 is donated to the LGBT Center. @centroraleigh
6/7
Sip & Script
Calling stationary nerds, DIY brides and craft enthusiasts alike: Come together for adult bevs and pretty lettering at this beginner’s calligraphy workshop. sipandscript.com
6/7
Summer Kickoff Party
What time is it?! Kick off summertime with gelato, face painting and balloon animals, plus eats from Hank’s Downtown Dive. @geluna_gelato
6/7
The Black Crowes & Whiskey Myers
She talks to angels—and Raleigh talks back. A little Southern rock revival, a little outlaw edge, and suddenly it’s hard to handle at the Creek in the best way. livenation.com
6/8
Smut Book Club
Spice up book club with a smutty selection at Raleigh Brewing—where the stories are saucy, the drama is steamy and the storylines stay interesting. raleighbrewing.com
6/10
Kesha
When she leaves for the night, she ain’t coming back—so don’t stop (and make it pop) with the queen of the early 2010s party scene. livenation.com
6/10
Stargazing at The Willard
Scope out a star full of stars—with a cocktail in hand—with the help of telescopes and Raleigh Astronomy Club. thewillardraleigh.com
6/10–11
Gabby Bryan
Chronically online, aggressively self-aware and not here to make you comfortable, the upcoming comedy queen unloads with sharp takes, spiral energy and jokes that hit a little too close to home. goodnightscomedy.com
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