2026–27 Arts & Theater Guide
Your guide to Raleigh’s 2026–27 arts and theater productions, exhibits and more.
Streetwear Meets Sportswear in Fall Fashion
In the afterglow of the World Cup, blokecore—aka streetwear meets sportswear—is making a bold return.
Local Cafes Worth Ditching the Drive-Thru
Shake up your morning routine with these overlooked Raleigh coffee shops that’ll ensure you ditch the drive-thru for good.
Rant: Group Chat Gone Wrong
If your side convo hijacks a 12-person thread—or your “thank you” hits reply-all—we need to talk. A sharp take on modern communication etiquette.
2026 Bartender of the Year Nominees
From neighborhood favorites to the craftspeople behind Raleigh's top cocktail programs, meet this year's Best Bartender nominees, cast your vote and see them in action at The Cocktail Classic.
Five Raleigh Side Quests Worth the Detour
In need of a new side quest? Explore Raleigh’s outskirts through bookstores, coffee shops and entertainment ops worth veering off for.
Can Evan Reid Spark a DTR Retail Revival?
Raleigh-based furniture purveyor Evan Reid is set to open a 4,200-square-foot gallery at the mouth of DTR’s largest entertainment district.
Spotting AI-Generated Images: A Crash Course
Good news: There are still ways to tell if an image is made with generative AI.
Mayberry Meets the Mountains
Your guide for things to do + places to eat, drink and stay in Mount Airy, aka Mayberry NC.
Raleigh Little Theatre Celebrates 90 Years
For 90 years, Raleigh Little Theatre has united the community both on and off stage, growing into one of Oak City’s defining arts institutions.
