Through 1/17
12×12 Member Showcase
Get some color on those walls. Artspace’s fifth annual 12×12 Showcase gives creative connoisseurs a chance to shop over 200 works from Raleigh artists—all sized at 12”x12”. artspacenc.org

11/12–12/6
UniverSoul Circus
The circus is in town. From gravity-defying acrobatics to electrifying dance and music acts, UniverSoul Circus brings a globe-spanning spectacle to Walnut Creek—audience participation encouraged. universoulcircus.com

11/13
Caitlyn Krisko & The Broadcast
Introducing Southern rock’s leading lady. Krisko’s enchanting vocals collide with bluesy Southern rock for one helluva night. pourhouseraleigh.com 

11/13 
Shadowgrass
Blink and you’ll miss a note. Shadowgrass sends bluegrass into overdrive with blistering strings and progressive Appalachian sound. lincolntheatre.com

11/13–14 
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker 
The Mouse King has clocked in. Clara, sugarplums and an army of young dancers kick off the holiday season at Fletcher Opera Theater. martinmariettacenter.com

11/13–14 
How to Train Your Dragon in Concert 
Dragons soar across the sky—and across the big screen—while the NC Symphony performs John Powell’s epic score live at Meymandi Concert Hall. ncsymphony.org

11/13–15 
A Vintage Noel 
Forget the gift receipt—go vintage. Hunt through 130+ vendors offering antiques, one-of-a-kind accessories, original art and festive finds at the NC State Fairgrounds. vintagemarketdays.com 

11/14
Art Bash
Forty and fabulous. Celebrate four decades of creativity at Art Bash 2026: Tomorrow, Imagined with gallery exhibitions, gourmet bites, interactive art and a live art bid. artspacenc.org

11/14 
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Thunder only happens when it’s raining. Fleetwood Mac tributes apparently happen by candlelight. Go your own way… to The Rialto for classics surrounded by a sea of flickering candles. feverup.com

11/13 
The ComedyWorx Show
A one-of-a-kind show—guaranteed. Two improv teams use audience suggestions to create scenes and compete for points… and your laughs. comedyworx.com

11/14
Fall Family Fun Day
Leaf it to the little ones. Trade screen time for suncatchers and leaf rubbings during a free, hands-on afternoon of autumn-inspired fun at the City of Raleigh Museum. raleighnc.gov

11/14 
NCSU vs. Syracuse 🏈
Red is the new orange. gopack.com 

11/14 
Orville Peck 
The mask stays on—the gloves, however… Country’s mysterious cowboy croons his way into hearts at The Ritz. livenation.com 

11/14
The Cocktail Classic
The party of the year is back for it’s fourth run. RM’s 10 Best Bartender noms show off their best creations during a spirited celebration of Raleigh’s cocktail scene at The Exchange—alongside exceptional Southern bites, DJ beats to set the vibe, and a front-row seat at one of two custom demo bars, where the pros will pour, talk and share the stories behind their spirited ’tails. cocktailclassicraleigh.com

11/14
Farewell Fiction Kitchen
The last meal. Join Fiction Kitchen for its final night ever with a pay-what-you-can buffet, drinks, and DJs. @thefictionkitchen

11/14–15 
Forest Park Art Walk 
Go ahead, be a nosy neighbor. Artists open their doors and turn Forest Park into a walkable weekend gallery. forestparkartwalk.com 

11/15 
Cocktails & Cuisine Class: Friendsgiving 
Leave the family drama for Thanksgiving. Shake up seasonal cocktails while snacking on holiday-ready bites with your chosen family during this hands-on Friendsgiving class. thewillardraleigh.com 

11/15 
Elvis: In Person
A little less conversation, a little more Elvis, please. Matt Stone shakes, swivels and rocks his way through the King’s biggest hits at Martin Marietta Center. Thank you, thank you very much. martinmarietacenter.com 

11/15 
Theatre Raleigh Open Mic Night 
Are you the main character? Sing, act, tell a joke or simply watch Raleigh’s bravest take on the mic. theatreraleigh.com

11/16 
WWE RAW 
Monday nights hit different in the ring. WWE superstars bring smack talk, rivalries and ringside chaos to the Lenny. lenovocenter.com

11/17 
Tiny Habits 
Consider this one tiny habit worth picking up. The Boston trio stacks three dreamy voices into the kind of folk-pop harmonies that’ll make Lincoln Theatre feel downright heavenly. lincolntheatre.com

11/17–18
Humble Heart Bazaar
Holiday shopping with some heart—found. Celebrate 75 years of giving back as you peruse holiday greenery, baked goods and seasonal goodies—with a silent auction benefiting local nonprofits to boot. my.onecause.com

11/18
Glow Disk Golf
Who says the fun has to end after dark? Grab your glow-in-the-dark discs for a nighttime sesh at Forest Ridge Park. raleighnc.gov

11/18 
Mindful Museum
Your brain is loud enough. Lie back and let singing bowls do the talking during a restorative sound bath that takes art beyond the canvas. ncartmuseum.org

11/18
Turkey Ball
Gobble till you wobble—and do some good. Every ticket purchase provides Thanksgiving turkeys and holiday meals for families in the community in need—and you still get to stuff your face. mulinoraleigh.com