by Raleigh Magazine | Sep 25, 2023 | Do, October 2023
10/19
Battle of the Broker Bands
It’s Rocktober! Watch Hot Rooster, Torn and Frayed, Steam Room Etiquette, and more battle for the title in support of The Green Chair Project and Children’s Flight of Hope. Rock on! lincolntheatre.com
10/19
Dram & Draught New Menu Release Party
Dram roll please! Your fave cocktail bar is dropping its fall and winter menu—and you’re invited. Cozy up for an exclusive taste and a fun evening at any of Dram’s seven locales around NC. Sip, sip, hooray! dramanddraught.com
10/19
Music On The Lawn
Bring your blankets and besties to Heights House for an evening of live music, drinks, lawn games and food trucks—think Resident Oven, The Coop and Geluna Gelato. Sounds like music to our ears. heightshousenc.com
10/19
Red Carpet Speaker Series
NFL legend, sports commentator and corporate speaker Joe Theismann is taking to the stage to speak on the challenge of change, a topic he has become well-versed in through his athletic career. lifeatthecardinal.com
10/20
4th PineCone People’s Square Dance
Don’t be a square. Or do—and dust off those dancing shoes and join the PineCone people for its fourth annual square dance at Transfer Co. Food Hall. Now dosey doe! pinecone.app.neoncrm.com
10/20–21
Luenell
It’s giving “savage… sassy, moody, nasty.” The original “bad girl of comedy” (of Think Like a Man and Hotel Transylvania fame) takes her tell-it-like-it-is set underground. goodnightscomedy.com
10/20
Hiromi’s Sonicwonder
Girl’s got keys—and Hiromi’s genre-eclipsing piano-playing enthralls audiences on repeat. And this time, she’s back with trumpet, bass and drum players to boot. How grand! live.arts.ncsu.edu
10/20–11/5
Misery
Misery loves company? This suspenseful psychological thriller based on Stephen King’s best-selling novel follows the story of an acclaimed romance novelist who gets kidnapped by one of his unhinged fans. Will he be able to escape? raleighlittletheatre.org
10/20–21
Sean Donnelly
This “brand-new jerk” has forgone QT with his bulldog to sate the local comedy crowd with a few nights of stand-up sillies. “World’s Dumbest” or “Almost Genius”? We’ll let you be the judge. goodnightscomedy.com
10/21
Campbell Law Bike Ride
It’s giving Tour de France. Put the pedal to the metal with Campbell Law, Crabtree and The Bicycle Chain for the fifth annual fundraising bike ride—choose from a virtual or 10- or 45-mile ride. Get spoked! fundraise.givesmart.com
10/21
Franklinton 5K & BBQ Festival
Ready to sweat like a pig? Run a 5K then reward yourself with BBQ and live music by Kevin Lee and Joe Conroy. Ready, set, run! thecarolinamanorhouse.com
10/21
High Vibe Raleigh
Morning dance party? Yes please! Bust a move, snack on fare from Raleigh Raw and sip on sip-sational nonalcoholic bevs from Umbrella Dry Bar all before noon at Raleigh’s first-ever alcohol-free morning dance party. Shake ya groove thang! eventbrite.com
10/21
Now Serving Food + Wine
Celebrate good times and the local food scene with leading chefs and restaurants in Raleigh (such as Hummingbird, Lawrence Barbecue, Little Bull, Madre, Mandolin and Five Star) to benefit Now Serving, a charity that distributes meals to under-resourced neighbors right here in our city. nowservingnc.org
10/21
North Hills Wine Walk
Walk the walk and drink for good at this fundraiser benefiting the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. Participants will receive a cup and a passport to visit stores and taste wine selects—and don’t forget to turn in your completed passport for a chance to win a North Hills gift card. It’s a win-win! visitnorthhills.com
10/21
Halloween Bar Crawl
Gone haunting. … Don your scariest, silliest or sexiest costume and make your way Downtown for “chills, thrills and spills”—aka cover-free access to some of the city’s hottest bars complete with local DJs + discounted themed drinks and food specials. barcrawllive.com
10/22
Fall Festival
Fall = festivities. Ring in the chilly season at City Market with a trot around Moore Square by carriage, or check out local artisan goods while grabbing some grub from a local food truck. And don’t forget to pick a pumpkin from the pop-up patch! citymarketraleigh.com
10/22
Your First Mud Run
Get down and dirty at this beginners-only run in which you’ll have to scale obstacles, inflatables and ropes all over a fresh puddle of mud. If mud ain’t flyin’, you ain’t trying. @yourfirstmudrun
10/23
Stand Together Gala
Stand up and stand together in support of individuals facing paralysis. Featuring a lineup of top Raleigh chefs and an auction full of items such as a private jet (!), this gala is sure to be one for the books. eventbrite.com
10/25
Dave Chappelle
“It’s a celebration!” Catch witty sillyman of SNL fame producing fun and funnies at PNC. “Sticks & Stones” might break your bones but stand-up comedy can never hurt ya… pncarena.com
10/25
Glowga
Don’t kill our flow–er, glow. In celebration of Dose Yoga’s upcoming North Hill’s locale, the yoga studio is showin’ off its flows via an hourlong sesh feat. glow sticks, glow paint, live beats and housemade adaptogenic apple cider by Dose Elixir Bar. doseyogaraleigh.com
10/25
Vivace Piemonte Wine Dinner
It’s wine time! Indulge in a five-course dinner feat. the likes of housemade confit rabbit ravioli and barolo-braised short rib, complete with wine pairings. Hey, *wine* not?! vivaceraleigh.com
by Raleigh Magazine | Oct 19, 2022 | Do, October 2022
Through 11/14
Movers for Mutts campaign
For our furry friends who have it a little ruff, Two Men and a Truck will be partnering with the Animal Protection Society of Durham and local businesses for an ongoing campaign to gather essential items for the rescue. Sounds like a great o-paw-turnity for animal lovers to help! apsofdurham.org
10/20
CreativeMornings 10-Year Anniversary Bash
A big cheers to local creatives! CreativeMornings is celebrating 10 years of inspiration with beats, beers and bites from businesses around the city at The Factory in DTR. Here’s to another decade! creativemornings.com
10/20
Raleigh Fashion Fest at Fenton
Get ready to shop til you drop! Raleigh Is Growing’s fab event will feature local fashion, food and shopping, with proceeds going toward The Women’s Center! So fetch. fentonnc.com
10/21
An Evening With Jonathan Scales Fourchestra With Guest Maj Deeka
Jonathan Scales, one of the most innovative steel pannists on the planet, and Maj Deeka, a high-octane quartet, are bringing the jams and good vibes to Transfer Co. Ballroom. transfercofoodhall.com
10/21
Chris D’Elia
“Follow the leader” to Duke Energy Center for what’s sure to be a hilarious night of comedy. dukeenergycenterraleigh.com
10/21
Hippo Campus
“Why even try” to resist a night of good music and good vibes with Hippo Campus at The Ritz. livenation.com
10/21
Mumford Restoration: Celebrating 40 Years of Restoring Antiques, History & Family Memories
Hey, history buffs. This trusted local furniture restoration shop is celebrating 40 years of repairing precious pieces and heirlooms—plus wholesome family memories. Join in on a night of “fun, facts and food!” mumfordrestoration.com
10/22
Campbell Law School Bike Ride
Looking for a wheelie good way to spend your Saturday? For the 4th year rolling, Campbell Law School is hosting a fundraising bike ride to support student-run pro bono projects. Choose from a 10- or 12-mile family ride, or a 40- to 50-mile ride or a virtual option. Let’s ride! calendar.campbell.edu
10/22
Chocolates and Trains Walking Tour
Walktober is in full swing! Lace up your tennis shoes and stroll through Raleigh Union Station while sipping on a drink from Black and White Coffee as you experience Raleigh’s only train station (!) and learn a thing or two about trains and architecture. All aboard! raleighnc.gov
10/22
Raleigh ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk 2022
Run—or walk (dealer’s choice!)—to help end prostate cancer. We’ve got zero tolerance for that. zerocancer.org
10/22
We the Roses
Introducing Raleigh’s newest art and music festival! Taking place at House of Art, this first annual celebration will showcase Raleigh’s local musical talent, as well as feature 10 food trucks and 47 vendors. Eat, drink and jam out! houseofartnc.com
10/22
Yoga at Altered State
Will bend for beer. Roll out your mat at Altered State Brewing Company for an hourlong vinyasa flow followed by a brew. Namaste, indeed! alteredstatebrewing.com
10/22–30
The Surprising Story of the Three Little Pigs
This little piggy went to the market, this little piggy stayed home… and this little piggy got mixed up in two other classic fairy tales, The Three Billy Goats Gruff and Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Will they have their happily ever after? raleighlittletheatre.org
10/22–11/1
Official Halloween Bar Crawl
Don your spookiest, sexiest or funniest Halloween costume and trick or treat yo’self to a spooky fun bar crawl through DTR featuring discounted themed drinks and food specials at five-plus venues. Tricks or it didn’t happen! barcrawllive.com
10/23
Diwali Celebration
Celebrate Diwali, an Indian festival of lights, via Cheeni’s first-ever Diwali celebration complete with free henna, a DJ, colorful ’fits and good food. Make sure you don your dancing shoes and show up on an empty stomach! cheeniraleigh.com
10/23
Fall 2022 DTRaleigh Photo Walk
Walk, talk and photograph the block during this group photography outing. Say cheese! meetup.com
10/23
FigMINT Farms Dinner
Fall for Mediterranean eats during Sassool’s first FigMINT Farms Dinner, which will feature a cocktail hour, apps, outdoor games, performances and a plated dinner. Talk about farm to table! sassool.com
10/23
Sunday Supper With (ish) Delicatessen
Sundays are for big suppers. … Join chef Matt Fern of DTR’s tasty delicatessen for a five-course dinner “inspired by your favorite New York deli.” So del… ish. trophybrewing.com
10/23
Your First Mud Run
Got dirt? Register for fun and—ahem, exercise—for the whole fam where you literally must get down and dirty. Sweat? Check. Post-run shower? Yes, please. See you on the course! yourfirstmudrun.com
10/24
PineCone Bluegrass Jam
There’s no need to be blue when you’re circle jammin’, aka getting in a circle with other musicians while playing tunes and testing vocals. Be sure to tune in! transfercofoodhall.com
10/24
Pop-Up Wine Dinner
Fenton’s new Italian resto Colletta will be welcoming Queen of Wines’ Italian Ambassador Greg Hedrick for a pop-up wine dinner, complete with Italian wine representing several regions paired with chef Oscar Gnapi’s handmade pastas, signature C.A.B. meatballs and more delish dishes. Book your rez and get ready to be wined and dined. collettarestaurant.com
10/24–25
Blue Man Group
“Still blue. The rest is new.” Join Blue Man Group on their North American tour for a night of drums, creativity and quirky comedy. dukeenergycenterraleigh.com
10/25
Candles & Corks
Get lit and get your crafting on with this handmade candle workshop by Usu Company Candles at Vita Vite. So in-scents (!). vitaviteraleigh.com
10/25
Connect + Create: Halloween Masks
Boo, Felicia! Channel your inner Hallo-queen and create a cute or creepy mask that’ll be absolutely eerie-sistible. dixpark.org
10/26
Taste Tour of the Mediterranean: Italy
Ciao, bella! Join chef Saif Rahman and crew for Vidrio’s monthly Taste Tour of the Mediterranean dinner, this month spotlighting Italian cuisine. From marinated apps to gnocchi, tuna crudo with prosciutto, cannolis and more. vidrioraleigh.com
10/26
The Art of Recovery
Join Healing Transitions for its second annual fundraising event with the goal of “breaking the stigma of addiction with the power of art.” Local vendors will provide the visions of hope, a performance by NC Theater will offer a movement of hope, local food trucks will serve a taste of hope, and more. healing-transitions.org
10/26-11/6
Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812
With its spunky score and adventurous storytelling, this award-winning electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace is sure to be a hit. theatreraleigh.secure.force.com
