Raleigh Magazine

Valentine’s Dinner
2026-05-26 17:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Peck & Plume, 301 S Academy St, Cary, 27511, United States
Treat your special someone to a three-course Valentine’s Day prix fixe dinner for $49 per person, available February 13–14. Our à la carte menu will also be offered for those who want to mix and match favorites. Enhance your evening with the Valentine’s Room Package at The Mayton.
View the Menu:
Starters
Champagne Baked Brie (NF) – Sour cherry & pomegranate mustard seed, arugula, grilled baguette
1/2 Dozen Oysters on the Half Shell (NF, DF, GF) – Yuzu, smoked trout roe, ginger tempura flake
Duck Confit (GF) – Red wine honey gastrique, pistachio, sweet potato puree
Roasted Beet Salad (VG, NF, DF) – Citrus dressing, golden raisin, smoked tofu, rye bread crumb
Entrées
Filet Mignon (NF) – Whipped potato, mushroom ragout, crispy shallots
Seared Tuna (NF, DF, GF) – Short grain rice, tempura broccolini, sweet apple soy, coconut pudding
Saffron Potato Gnocchi (NF) – Italian kale, confit garlic, whipped ricotta, crispy leeks
Desserts
Dark Chocolate Torte (NF, GF) – Strawberry champagne jam, caramel crumb, chantilly
Classic Cheesecake (NF) – Apple compote, graham cracker crust
Sticky Date Cake (NF, VG, DF) – Pomegranate molasses, kataifi nest

Sir Walter Coffee Run Club
2026-05-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Sir Walter Coffee, 145 E. Davie St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join us for our first run club meeting on Tuesday, June 19th, 6:00 pm at our 555 Fayetteville St location!
3 & 5 mile routes. All runners welcome. Enjoy $5 beers at Sir Walter Coffee, make new friends, and accomplish your run!
Alternating Sir Walter locations bi-weekly, check the instagram for location.
145 E Davie or 555 Fayetteville St

Tuesday Night Trivia
2026-05-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Wolfe & Porter, 905 W Morgan St., Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Join the fun every Tuesday from 7–10 p.m. at Wolfe & Porter in Raleigh for Trivia! It’s free to play—just show up and enjoy. Test your knowledge, compete for prizes (including Wolfe & Porter gift certificates), and enjoy a lively night out.
Bring a team and compete for prizes!

Shuffle: Mellow Swells
2026-05-27 11:30 - 13:30 | Hub RTP Stage, 3151 Elion Drive, Durham, NC, 27713, United States
A little live music at lunch? What’s not to love? Take a mid-week break and join us with your lunch at the Hub RTP stage for Shuffle. Each month a different act will take residency.
This month’s artist is Mellow Swells, known for their captivating live performances and fusing elements of indie hooks, r&b, electronic and rock.
This event is free to attend and open to all. Free parking is located in the deck across the street at 3150 Elion Drive. When you arrive, walk through the outdoor breezeway to the courtyard and you will see the stage.

Girls Night Out: Slow Flow Yoga 🧘‍♀️
2026-05-27 18:00 - 20:00 | AVA Rooftop Bar, 301 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC, 27511, United States
Slow down and flow 🧘‍♀️
We’ve partnered with the amazing team behind YogaSix Cary ahead of their Grand Opening to bring you our most relaxing Girls’ Night Out so far this year: Slow Flow Yoga on Wednesday, May 20 & 27! 😌
Bring your besties and stay afterwards for a champagne toast (yes, included in your ticket!) to celebrate a night of balance and connection!
🎟️ Tickets are available now with the link below:
https://bit.ly/4cqq82E

Mahjong Workshop @ JB Duke Hotel
2026-05-27 18:00 - 21:00 | JB Duke Hotel, 230 Science Drive, Durham, NC, 27708, United States
Tiles, tradition and a touch of friendly competition come together for a distinctive night out at the AAA Four Diamond JB Duke Hotel.
On Wednesday, May 27, the hotel’s MarketPlace Bar will host a fun and welcoming Advanced Beginners Mahjong Workshop. Designed for those who have taken a lesson or two, this session offers a deeper dive into the nuances of Mahjong in a supportive, relaxed environment. The hotel’s chic space transforms into a lively game hall where advanced beginners can refine their skills, build confidence and strengthen strategy through immersive, play-focused table time and extended guided play led by seasoned experts from Durham’s Bull City Mahjong. Settle in with fellow players for an engaging, social experience centered on steady progression and an enjoyable return to the tiles.
Food and beverages are available for purchase throughout the evening, the perfect complement to good company and great play.
Originating in 19th-century China, Mahjong has long been valued for its thoughtful mix of skill, strategy and chance. Its iconic tiles, each marked with detailed imagery and symbolism, bring a sense of history and artistry to every round. Today, the game is experiencing a renewed wave of interest, drawing players who appreciate its balance of focus and connection.
Tickets are $50 and can be reserved here: https://calendly.com/anna-alpizar/may-27-jbduke-beginner?month=2026-05. For more information, visit: https://www.jbdukehotel.com/experiences.

Dr. M.T Pope House Presents: Evelyn's Book Club
2026-05-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Dr. M.T. Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
This program honors Evelyn Pope by reading books.
Evelyn, a college librarian born in 1908 and died in 1995, loved a variety of books from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer to Shakespeare and James Baldwin. The program brings community members together monthly at the museum to discuss books, focusing on works by Black writers or featuring Black subjects, including fiction and non-fiction. Discussions will use questions to facilitate conversation.
“Mama Day” by Gloria Naylor
Wednesday, Feb. 25
“The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses Who Helped Cure Tuberculosis” by Maria Smilios
Wednesday, April 22
“A Visitation of Spirits” by Randall Kenan
Wednesday, June 24
“Becoming Lunsford Lane: The Lives of an American Aeneas” by Craig Friend
Wednesday, Aug. 26
“Ring Shout” by P. Dejeli Clark
Thursday, Oct. 29
An optional book bundle will be available to purchase at registration. Books can be picked up at the Dr. M.T. Pope House Museum.

Al Strong & Friends Jazz Night
2026-05-27 20:00 - 23:00 | Boatman Spirits Co., 713 Seaboard Station Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Raleigh’s Boatman Spirits Co. is hosting a weekly Jazz Night featuring Al Strong & Friends from 8-11 p.m. Wednesdays. Strong is a Grammy-nominated musician. Come out and enjoy the live music, a cocktail and a tasty bite off the Mediterranean menu at the new craft cocktail bar and distillery at Raleigh’s Seaboard Station. Boatman is located at 713 Seaboard Station Dr., Raleigh. Info: https://www.boatmanspirits.com/

Classic Cocktails and Classic Hip Hop
2026-05-28 16:00 - 2026-05-29 00:00 | Boatman Spirits Co., 713 Seaboard Station Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Every Thursday night, Boatman Spirits Co. hosts a rotating cast of Raleigh’s finest deejays from 8 p.m.-midnight. Plus enjoy a classic cocktail for $10 each. Come out and enjoy the music, a cocktail and a tasty bite off the Mediterranean menu at the new craft cocktail bar and distillery at Raleigh’s Seaboard Station. Boatman is located at 713 Seaboard Station Dr., Raleigh. Info: https://www.boatmanspirits.com/
$10 Classic cocktails with Classic Hip Hop
Honour the Olde Spirits
Open-Close (4pm-Midnight)
Eats 4pm-10pm
Beats, 8pm- Midnight

Pop-Up Raleigh at The Bend
2026-05-28 17:00 - 20:00 | The Bend Bar, 853 W. Morgan St., Raleigh NC, NC, 27603, United States
Pop-Up Raleigh returns to The Bend bar for the monthly Sunset Social, an art and vintage market in the best backyard in Raleigh. Enjoy live music, drinks from The Bend bar, food specials from State of Beer and shop more than 20 local vendors from 5-8 p.m. on these Thursdays: April 23, May 28, June 25, July 23, Aug. 27, Sept. 24 and Oct. 22. The Bend Bar is at 853 W. Morgan St., Raleigh. Info: trophybrewing.com

Thursday Night Music Karaoke
2026-05-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Wolfe & Porter, 905 W Morgan St., Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Join the fun every Thursday at 8 p.m. at Wolfe & Porter in Raleigh for karaoke! It’s free to anyone—just show up and enjoy a lively night out with friends and strangers singing their favorites.

Propagation Workshop: "Beginner Softwood Cuttings"
2026-05-29 13:30 - 16:30 | JC Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
How many times have you been in a friend’s garden and wanted to take home one of their favorite plants? Has a neighbor shared a cutting with you and you put it in a vase on the windowsill not knowing what to do with it? Are you a new gardener fascinated by the idea of being able to grow your plant collection inexpensively at home? If this sounds like you, you should join the JC Raulston Arboretum staff for this hands-on workshop and learn the basics about propagating woody ornamental plants by stem cuttings!
In this beginner workshop, participants learn how to take stem cuttings, what rooting hormones are, and how to care for cuttings as they root. Participants start by learning about propagation in a classroom setting and then go out into the gardens for a brief demonstration on how to take cuttings. Back inside, participants will try their hand at propagating using a selection of cuttings chosen by staff for optimal success. Then, everyone leaves with a full tray of cuttings from the JC Raulston Arboretum’s collection!

BOATMAN DISTILLERY TOUR
2026-05-29 15:00 - 19:00 | Boatman Spirits Co., 713 Seaboard Station Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Every Friday-Sunday, enjoy a tour of downtown Raleigh’s newest distillery: Boatman Spirits Co. For $30, enjoy a guided tour by the distillery owners, a tasting flight and more. Tours are available at 3 p.m., 4 p.m., 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Sundays. Bottles of vodka, dry gin and navy strength gin available for purchase. Reservations required via Resy: https://resy.com/cities/raleigh-nc/venues/boatman-spirits-company

Friday Night Live Music at Birdie’s
2026-05-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Birdie’s, 150 Fayettville St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join us every Friday from 5-8 p.m. for live music on the patio at Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen in downtown Raleigh; rain or shine. More information at https://www.birdiesraleigh.com/events

Friday Night Live Music at Birdie’s
2026-05-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Birdie’s, 150 Fayettville St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join us every Friday from 5-8 p.m. for live music on the patio at Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen in downtown Raleigh; rain or shine. Here is the schedule:
Jan. 2: Aarik Duncan
Jan. 9: Donnie Deneil
Jan. 16: Aarik Duncan
Jan. 23: Cam Cokas
Jan. 30: Ben Youngblood

Live at The Ridge: Tray Wellington Band
2026-05-29 18:00 - 20:00 | The Ridge, 2011 Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
Come out to The Ridge for our third annual bluegrass event, this year featuring music by the Tray Wellington Band. Tray is an acclaimed banjo innovator whose genre-defying approach bridges folk, bluegrass, jazz, and contemporary roots music. Recognized for his fearless exploration of the banjo’s possibilities, Tray has been honored with some of the most prestigious accolades in acoustic music.
This contribute-what-you-can outdoor show is open to the public and sure to be a hit. We’ll kick off summer in style with BBQ for purchase from ‘And Also With ‘Cue (the give-back food truck) and free popcorn and flavored snow cones. Tickets are all donation-based with a suggested contribution of $25. All attendees must register for a ticket regardless of donation amount.

"Burning Coal Theatre Presents KidsWrite! Festival 2026"
2026-05-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Burning Coal Theatre, 224 Polk St., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Every spring Burning Coal Theatre accepts original one-act play submissions for our KidsWrite! series to encourage the young writers of North Carolina! This is a terrific opportunity for budding playwrights to challenge their imagination and bring their stories to life on stage. Finalists have their work professionally produced and performed in front of an audience at Burning Coal Theatre.
The 2026 KidsWrite! Festival, directed by Zoe Matney and Christina Polge, includes:
Focus, by Eliza Basch
And I Feel Fine, by Jonathan Noah Howard
Today I Feel Like Death, by Taite Capes
Hope in Faith, by Mia Hayes
A Love Letter, by Talia Tran
Split Screen, by Simon Payen
Roulette, by Neile Joshi
Apollo’s Great Adventure, by Del Traylor
Karmic Sickness, by Samantha Allard

Artist Notes featuring River Shook
2026-05-29 19:00 - 21:30 | The Corner on Centennial Campus, 941 main campus drive, raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
Join us on Friday nights for Artist Notes, an intimate evening where the music is just the beginning. More than a concert, it’s a deep dive into the craft; our curators sit down with featured artists to explore the stories behind the lyrics and the pivotal moments of their careers. The event is free – with free parking and local food trucks on site. Camp chairs, leashed dogs, and coolers with beer or wine are all welcome.

Wednesday Night Live Music at Vidrio
2026-05-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Vidrio, 500 Glenwood Ave #100, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Join us every Wednesday from 7-10 p.m. for live music at the lounge at Vidrio in Raleigh’s Glenwood South. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and small bites. Here’s the music schedule:
Jan. 7: Cam Cokas
Jan. 14: Donnie Deneil
Jan. 21: Elora Dash
Jan. 28: Shavonna Antoinette

Live Country Nights
2026-05-29 19:00 - 22:00 | PBR Cowboy Bar, 301 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC, 27511, United States
Live Country Nights are taking over PBR 🌙🤠
Every Friday from 7-10PM starting February 27, we’re bringing live music from a rotating lineup of local artists, specialty drink features, and a packed dance floor all night long.
Door cover begins at 7pm.
*Pro-tip: skip the cover and get FREE entry when you sign up for our VIP list at the door!*
Check out our website for upcoming events: https://pbrcowboybar.com/cary/

SALSA NIGHT at BOATMAN SPIRITS
2026-05-29 22:00 - 2026-05-30 02:00 | Boatman Spirits Co., 713 Seaboard Station Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Dance the night away every Friday night at Boatman Spirits Co. at Raleigh’s Seaboard Station. From from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. enjoy the ultimate Salsa and Bachata night. The cover is $15. Food and drinks served all night. Plus plenty of convenient parking.

The Lincoln Sisters of Deckawoo Drive
2026-05-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Pam and David Sprinkle Theatre, 402 Tate St, Greensboro, NC, 27412, United States
Meet the Lincoln Sisters of Deckawoo Drive—opposites in every way, but bound by family, heart, and hilariously unexpected adventures. This charming spin-off from the beloved Mercy Watson series shines a spotlight on the no-nonsense Eugenia Lincoln and her sweet, spirited sister Baby. Baby Lincoln embarks on an exciting journey while her sister encounters an extraordinary package. Guided by the people they meet on the train, their nosy neighbors, and Mercy the pig, they make important discoveries about themselves – perhaps most importantly, that they love each other. With laugh-out-loud moments and tender surprises, this stage adaptation celebrates the power of change, sisterhood, and the joy of embracing the unknown.

Coffee & Craft: Patio Pop-Up Market
2026-05-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Sir Walter Coffee + Kitchen, 555 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join us for our monthly Coffee & Craft patio pop-up market at Sir Walter Coffee + Kitchen! We bring together incredible local makers and creatives supporting art, sustainability, and community in downtown Raleigh. Support small business with a craft latte in hand–come see us at 555 Fayetteville St!

Luisito’s Bilingual Children’s Book Fair & Author Marketplace
2026-05-30 10:00 - 15:30 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join ASP Books, the Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, and Wake County Public Libraries in downtown Raleigh for Luisito’s Bilingual Children’s Book Fair & Author Marketplace, a free family event presented as part of the 4th Annual International Children’s Day Festival. Meet featured children’s authors Luke Vandergriff, Marie Tang, Micki Bare, Alexis M. Jackson, Ann Harrell, Karen D. Phillips, Caroline McAlister, Sandra Rathbone, Kimberly M. Pitts, Wayne J. Pitts, and Rafael A. Osuba. Throughout the day, authors will read from, share, or talk about their books, which will also be available for purchase and signing. Families can also enjoy crafts, balloons, and a special 1:00 p.m. puppet show by Master Puppeteer Tarish “Jeghetto” Pipkins. Free Admission | Open to the Public Saturday, May 30, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601

International Children's Day
2026-05-30 10:00 - 15:30 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join us for the 4th Annual International Children’s Day! Enjoy books, crafts, and performances!

Spring Black Neighborhood Walking Tour
2026-05-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Put some spring in your step as you explore Raleigh’s historic and influential Black neighborhood, the Third Ward, just around Shaw University, a wonderful place full of culture, business, and learning.
Be sure to register to join in the fun! Saturday tour times are 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and Sunday tour time 2 p.m.
Dates & Times
Saturdays and Sundays, March 21 – June 21
Saturdays, 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Sundays, 2 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $10 per adult / $5 per child (5- 17)
Register on RecLink

Rooted Wellness Festival: Back to the Body
2026-05-30 12:00 - 16:00 | 2525 Noble Rd Raleigh, NC 27608, 2525 Noble Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
Rooted Wellness: Back to the Body Festival
Presented by: Earthly Naturals
Rooted Wellness: Back to the Body Festival is an immersive, hands-on holistic wellness experience designed for individuals, families, and communities to reconnect with their bodies, the earth, and one another.
This interactive outdoor festival invites participants to learn by doing. Guests will rotate through thoughtfully curated wellness stations where they will create their own herbal remedies, tea blends, body-care rituals, and wellness tools to take home, guided by live demonstrations and facilitators throughout the day.
The festival features a Tea Garden & Tea Meditation Experience, the heart of the gathering, where participants slow down, engage their senses, and reconnect through intentional tea rituals rooted in ancestral and plant wisdom.
Additional experiences include:
• Live yoga, laughter yoga, and sound meditation sessions
• A plant-based chef demonstration focused on simple, nourishing vegan meals
• DIY wellness workshops including herbal steams, foot and hand soaks, and journaling
• A Kid Zone with gardening activities, storytelling, coloring, and sensory play
• Teen-only wellness spaces focused on mindfulness, creativity, and self-expression
• A curated marketplace featuring Black-owned holistic and wellness vendors
Rooted Wellness is intentionally designed to be inclusive, educational, and embodied, creating space for rest, play, learning, and healing for all ages.
✨ Come rooted in the earth. Leave back in your body.
Ticket options:
Adult ticket (18+)
Kid tickets (ages 10-12)
Teen ticket (age 13-17)
