Raleigh Magazine

VINTAGE MARKET
2026-11-29 14:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Wolfe & Porter, 905 W Morgan St., Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Raleigh’s Wolfe & Porter hosts a monthly Vintage Market on Sunday afternoons. Enjoy a cocktail while shopping for vintage clothing, housewares, and gifts. Regular vendors include Scarlet Oaks, Fetching Vintage, Saige Kennedy Finds, Smut Stacks, and Viola Lee Vintage.
One specialty cocktail will be on the menu during all vintage markets: the Wolfe & Porter version of a Velvet Elvis.
Upcoming dates and times:
2-7 p.m. April 26, May 31, and June 28
Wolfe & Porter is located at 905 W. Morgan St., Raleigh. Info: wolfeandporter.com/events

Bean To Bar Chocolate Making Class
2026-11-29 14:00 - 17:00 | Trugalug Fine Chocolate, 2116 C New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
Everything you need to make chocolate at home. We will teach the roasting, winnowing, and refining processes followed by how to temper chocolate and make chocolate bars. The class will cover how to source the right beans for a fine chocolate all the way to what equipment you need to produce the chocolate in your own kitchen. Experience first hand the processes and chemistry needed to produce just the right snap and shine to take your chocolate to the next level. A fun and informative class for all chocolate lovers and aspiring chocolatiers regardless of prior experience. Duration: 3 – 3.5 hours

BOATMAN DISTILLERY TOUR
2026-11-29 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-28 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

Potters Pumpkin Patch Trail
2026-11-29 10:00 - 17:00 | NC
The annual Potters’ Pumpkin Patch Trail is a self-guided tour of five artist galleries in Seagrove, NC.
The event kicks off on the third Saturday in September and continues through the month of October with special activities at each pottery shop.
Find your perfect pottery pumpkin, gourd, woodland animals or other Fall treasures along the scenic Pottery Highway. Visit Blue Hen Pottery, Crystal King Pottery, Seagrove Stoneware, Thomas Pottery and The Triangle Studio, during weekly business hours, or event Saturdays in September and October. Start out by visiting any one of the participating shops to pick up a Potters’ Pumpkin Patch Trail map. Follow the trail from shop to shop and enjoy the experiences each location has to offer. Visit www.potterspumpkinpatch.com to find out what each Saturday event has in store and each shop’s business hours.
Participating pottery shops listed below:
Blue Hen Pottery, 247 W. Main St, Seagrove, NC
Crystal King Pottery, 2475 Hwy 705, Seagrove, NC
Seagrove Stoneware Pottery, 129 E. Main St, Seagrove, NC
Thomas Pottery, 1295 S. Hwy 705, Seagrove, NC
The Triangle Studio, 1140 NC Hwy 705, Seagrove, NC

Sunday Brunch & Live Music at Good Day Good Night
2026-11-29 09:00 - 12:00 | Good Day Good Night, 603 W Morgan St, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Sunday Brunch & Live Music at Good Day Good Night 🍳🥂🎶
Unwind and enjoy a relaxed Sunday Brunch at Good Day Good Night at The Casso. Enjoy delicious brunch favorites, sip Champagne or Bloody Marys, and catch up with friends while live music sets the vibe. Featuring rotating performers each week, this brunch is the perfect way to make your Sundays feel special.
Brunch Served 7am-1pm
Live Music 9am-12pm

Saturday Night Spins
2026-11-28 20:00 - 2026-11-29 00:00 | Boatman Spirits Co., 713 Seaboard Station Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Every Saturday night, Boatman Spirits Co. hosts a rotating cast of Raleigh’s finest deejays from 8 p.m.-midnight. Recent deejays include DJ Pangean, DJ Castro, DJ Triple B, Chico Scott, Mike Forno, Torin Rea, and more. 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/

Burning Coal Theatre presents ONCE
2026-11-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Burning Coal Theatre, 224 Polk St., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Burning Coal Theatre Company presents ONCE book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, directed by Nathalie Ray. ONCE will run August 13-30, 2026, at the Murphey School, located at 224 Polk Street, Raleigh, NC 27604. Performances run on Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. All tickets are $30, or $25 for seniors (65+), or $20 (students, teachers, and active military). People 18 and under can get a ticket to any performance for $5. August 14th is ‘College Night’, with $5 tickets for any college student with a valid ID. August 16th is ‘Pay What You Can’ day. Tickets and additional information can be found at www.burningcoal.org or by calling the box office at (919) 834-4001.
When Guy goes through a horrible breakup and is about to throw out his dreams of playing music, he meets a girl and goes on a journey of music and love and how they could unexpectedly intertwine.

The Lincoln Sisters of Deckawoo Drive
2026-11-28 14:00 - 15:00 | NC
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.

Downtown Raleigh Black History Tour
2026-11-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Dr. M.T. Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join us to discover inspiring stories and learn more about this important part of our community’s heritage.
The Pope House is excited to offer walking tours showcasing Raleigh’s vibrant downtown Black history. The tour will explore parts of the Third Ward neighborhood, Black Wall Street, historic churches, and more. Registration is required, and tours will meet at the Dr. M.T. Pope House Museum.
Please note: The tour covers approximately 1.4 miles and lasts one hour. Rest stops are included along the route.
Dates: Every Saturday – July 11 through Sept. 12
Time: 10 a.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $10 Adults, $6 Children ages 6 – 17

The Lincoln Sisters of Deckawoo Drive
2026-11-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Pam and David Sprinkle Theatre, 402 Tate St, Greensboro, NC, 27412, United States

SALSA NIGHT at BOATMAN SPIRITS
2026-11-27 22:00 - 2026-11-28 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.

Wednesday Night Live Music at Vidrio
2026-11-27 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

Friday Night Live Music at Birdie’s
2026-11-27 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

Friday Night Live Music at Birdie’s
2026-11-27 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

Classic Cocktails and Classic Hip Hop
2026-11-26 20:00 - 2026-11-27 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. Plus enjoy a classic cocktail for $10 each. Starting around 8 p.m., 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/

Thursday Night Music Karaoke
2026-11-26 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.

Pop-Up Raleigh at The Bend
2026-11-26 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

Classic Cocktails and Classic Hip Hop
2026-11-26 16:00 - 2026-11-27 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

Throwback Thursdays
2026-11-26 16:00 - 23:00 | The Willard Rooftop Lounge, 9 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Every Thursday starting June 18, enjoy a special menu of $12 cocktails for Throwback Thursdays, where we’re celebrating classic cocktails with a Willard rooftop twist. Pair your $12 cocktail with skyline views and a rotating taco special for just $15 more.
The Classics:
Paloma: Cazadores Reposado, grapefruit, lime, club soda
Kentucky Mule: Four Roses, lime, mint, ginger beer
Penicillin: Famous Grouse, lemon, honey
Gold Rush: Old Forester, lemon, honey
Daiquiri: Bacardi Silver, lime, simple
French 75: Hendricks, lemon, bubbles, simple
Cosmopolitan: Broken Shed, cranberry, triple sec, lime
Paper Plane: Woodford, Aperol, lemon, Amaro Nonino
Mojito: Bacardi Silver, mint, lime, club soda, simple
Tom Collins: Ford’s Gin, lemon, club soda, simple
Rotating Taco Special | $15
Ask your server for this week’s feature.

Mahjong Socials
2026-11-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, NC, 27502, United States
Ages 12+. Enjoy an evening of Mahjong that brings together players from different generations for fun, connection and friendly competition. Please Note: Players must bring their own playing supplies and have a basic knowledge of Mahjong. This is a social event for people who have played before, not a learning class for beginners. There are three dates for this event: October 5th, November 9th, & November 23rd. All will be from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM in the Apex Senior Center. Registration is $5 per person. Register at apexnc.org/peakconnect

Pop-Up Raleigh at Trophy Maywood
2026-11-21 12:00 - 17:00 | Trophy on Maywood, 656 Maywood Ave, Raleigh, AZ, 27603, United States
Shop local art, vintage finds and handmade goods while enjoying cold craft beer and food truck fare at Pop-Up Raleigh’s monthly market series at Trophy Brewing on Maywood. Events run from noon-5 p.m. on the following Saturdays: March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21 and Dec. 19. Trophy Brewing on Maywood is at 656 Maywood Ave., Raleigh. Info: trophybrewing.com

The Games Show
2026-11-14 19:00 - 21:00 | The Beerded Lady, 1350 5TH AVE #170, GARNER, NC, 27529, United States
It’s THE GAMES SHOW, hosted by Brett Williams!
Come watch as contestants vie to be the headlining comic at the gig! It’s stupid games for standup prizes. And it’s free as heck!
Come check out this unique event that’s sure to bring some hilarity to your Saturday night

Yoga at Raleigh City Farm
2026-11-14 08:30 - 09:30 | raleigh city farm, 800 N Blount st, Raleigh, NC, United States
Local gym EB Athletics is hosting Second Saturday Yoga at Raleigh City Farm with proceeds going to the pay what you can farm stand. Join us for a slow flow recovery class every Second Saturday at 8:30am. Sign up at www.ebathleticsllc.com/booking

Buckin' Birthdays
2026-11-13 20:00 - 2026-11-14 02:00 | PBR Cowboy Bar, 301 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC, 27511, United States
Saddle up and celebrate your birthday in style at PBR Cary!
Join us on the second Friday of your birthday month and sign up to get on the birthday list to receive your present from us when you arrive!
Presented by Deep Eddy Vodka 🍋

2026 Funkraiser
2026-11-08 15:00 - 20:00 | The Pavilion at the Angus Barn, 9401-1 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27617, United States
The Holt Brothers Foundation invites you to experience The Funkraiser, our signature annual celebration that’s more than just a party—it’s a movement.
The Funkraiser is our annual high-energy, heart-filled celebration to raise support for children whose families are facing cancer. With music & great food, this signature event brings together supporters, partners, and friends for a night of joy and impact. The Funkraiser is more than a party—it’s an experience. Join us for an unforgettable evening that fuels connection, community, and support.

Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo
2026-11-07 12:00 - 18:00 | 100 Fayetteville St, 100 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
We can’t wait to see you June 20th, August 23rd, and November 7th in Downtown Raleigh as we host an epic gathering of local food trucks!
From savory flavors to sweet treats, this is your chance to taste Raleigh while directly supporting local entrepreneurs. Every meal you enjoy helps keep dollars in our community, fuels small business growth, and strengthens our local economy. Whether you’re craving gourmet burgers, street-style tacos, or decadent desserts, our food truck rodeo offers something for every appetite and every bite makes a local impact. 🌮🍔🍰
🗓️ Dates:
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
🕰️ Time: 12 pm – 6 pm
📍 Location: Fayetteville St. – Downtown Raleigh

Live Music at Wolf & Porter
2026-11-06 19:00 - 2026-11-27 22:00 | Wolfe & Porter, 905 W Morgan St., Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Head to Raleigh’s Wolfe & Porter for live music on the back patio every Friday night from 7-10 p.m. Upcoming dates: July 10, July 17, July 24 and July 31. These events are free to the public; musician tips encouraged. Wolfe & Porter is located at 905 W. Morgan St., Raleigh. Info: wolfeandporter.com/events
