by Raleigh Magazine | Oct 13, 2026 | Do, September 2026
10/15
Jeremy Short
He’s got both the fiery looks and Appalachian space funk on lock as the blues guitarist hailing from the hills of Eastern Kentucky takes to the stage at the Pour House. pourhouseraleigh.com
10/15
Talk Smutty To Me
Don’t turn the page on a steamy Thursday night. Bitter Social and Blackbird Books hand over the mic to present brief selections of sexy published works. bittersocialraleigh.com
10/15
Thriller Thursdays
Spooky szn is in full swing at Bitter Social, where Jennifer’s Body and Lisa Frankenstein hit the big screen, complete with specialty cocktails and bites from Centro. Hell is a teenage girl, indeed.
bittersocialraleigh.com
10/15
Ty Myers
From TikTok to the stage, Myers is joined by Brent Cobb and Benny G to serve up a night of bluesy old-soul country. boothamphitheatre.com
10/15–18
Singin’ in the Rain Sr.
What a wonderful feeling! Tap your toes and sing along to the splashy adaptation of the Hollywood classic at Raleigh Little Theatre. dancingmanproductions.com
10/15–25
NC State Fair
Come one, come all for exhilarating rides, fried food galore, shopping, competitions, and various activities and entertainment. Nothing could be finer! ncagr.gov
10/16
Avery Anna
Pouring heartbreak, family drama and those all-too-well-growing pains into her music, Anna hits The Ritz with brutally honest tracks. livenation.com
10/16–17
I Have A Dream Pop Fest
Shoegaze OGs The Veldt—lead by Raleigh native twin brothers Daniel and Danny Chavis—bring two nights of high distortion and psychedelic rock to Neptunes Parlor. visitraleigh.com
10/16–17
Rhapsody in Blue
Jazz hands meet classical fingers. Pianist Clayton Stephenson tickles the ivories at Meymandi Concert Hall, playing through George Gershwin’s iconic composition. ncsymphony.org
10/16 & 18
Carmen
Red flags have never looked—or sounded—this good. NC Opera turns up the heat at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium with Bizet’s famously fiery score. ncopera.org
10/17
Diwali Festival
Spot captivating cultural performances, paint mandalas and diyas, get down to a live DJ, and sample assorted food truck cuisine as Morrisville’s annual Diwali Festival lights up. eventvesta.com
10/17
Harvest Fest
A bountiful harvest is found at LC Brier Creek’s fall fest, ringing in PSL season with hot cocoa and apple cider, games and inflatables, local vendors and live bluegrass courtesy of The Sweet Peas. eventbrite.com
10/17
International Wine & Beer Festival
Pinkies up! Sip, taste and celebrate the world via wines from over 15 global wineries + beer from 10 countries at City Plaza—best followed by chowing down on international fare and groovin’ to live music. internationalwineandbeerfestival.com
10/17
LOVE. DEATH. OR ROBOTS
Usher in Halloween by dressing as love, death or robots at Bitter Social. You bring your best costume—they provide three DJs, drag queens and more. @thewhyparty
10/17
Pop-Up Raleigh
Shop small at Trophy on Maywood, where vintage finds, handmade goods, local art and more turn a Saturday shopping spree into a local love letter. popupraleigh.com
10/17
Tepuy Roadshow
Tepuy Donuts is hitting the road for a pop-up at Float Spa in an effort to raise funds for a new doughnut trailer. Come for the doughnuts (natch), coffee and cold brew, and savory danishes—stay for the chance to win free treats. @tepuydonuts
10/17
Time Warp
It’s just a jump to the left… and a trip to the City of Raleigh Museum, which transports attendees back to the ’70s with DJs, dancing, food, drinks, raffles and groovy swag. zeffy.com
10/17
Triangle Roast Battle
Gear up to withstand awkward moments, unbearable funny roasts and everything in between as the best comics in town throw down—and are judged by none other than Mayor Janet Cowell. @triangleroastbattle
10/17–18
NC Home Show
Make your house a home at the Raleigh Convention Center with expert advice; exclusive deals; and resources in home improvement, landscaping and design services. homeshowsnc-rc.com
10/18
Beatniks Third Annual Day Party
Beatniks is turning the big three—and throwing a much-needed day party outfitted with free bevs, live music, vintage pop-ups, and raffles on raffles. Don’t be a square! @beatniksshop
10/18
Oktrophyfest
Trophy is raising the steins. Go full German with the Little German Band, accordion tunes, pretzels, German cuisine and plenty of Prostbier Kölsch. humanitix.com/oktrophyfest
10/18
Waylon Wyatt
Old soul meets new country via twangy storytelling at The Ritz—proving you don’t need to live decades to sing like you have. livenation.com
10/19
Oyster Affair Dinner
Oyster season is here—and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a four-course meal at St. Roch featuring the best of our local waters. @strochraleigh
10/20
Hamlet
To be, or not to be… Mark your calendars for Wildflower Stage Co.’s first production—or 90 minutes of orchestrated chaos—at Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company. @wildflowerstageco
10/21
Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds
Forecast: blue skies and dark clouds. Sturgill Simpson scoots into Oak City, bringing his genre-bending country laced with rock and blues for a psychedelic experience. lenovocenter.com
10/21
The Woman’s Club of Raleigh Annual Gala
Follow the yellow brick road to celebrate the club’s legacy of service via its annual gala, which raises funds to continue its community impact for generations to come. womansclubofraleigh.org
10/21–11/8
Dracula
Sink your teeth into Theatre Raleigh’s Comedy of Terrors, during which Bram Stoker’s bloodsucker gets a ridiculous makeover. … And the stakes have never been higher. theatreraleigh.com
by Raleigh Magazine | Aug 18, 2026 | Do, July/August 2026
8/20
Jazz in the Square
Ya like jazz? Then come out to Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s sixth season of the free concert series at Moore Square, kicking back off with the Butler Knowles quartet. @downtownraleighalliance
8/20
Night at the Museum
It’s a night at the museum—with Ben Stiller, Mongols and a live T-Rex skeleton, natch. Bring the fam and your craft supplies to the NC Museum of History for a viewing of the iconic comedy. eventbrite.com
8/20
Sips for Snips
Paws up for a good cause. Join SAFE Haven for Cats at the Salty Turtle Beer Company in Raleigh for a purr-fect day of craft brews and kitty love. Each beer sold helps fund spay and neuter surgeries, keeping cats healthy. safehavenforcats.org
8/20
Talk Smutty to Me
Steamy poetry and prose readings make for a sultry evening at Bitter Social. bittersocialraleigh.com
8/20
Thirst4Architecture
NCModernist’s monthly happy hour gathers modernist fans at the new Raleigh Building Product Showroom of Fitch Lumber and Hardware. Enter “FITCH” on the form to snag a spot. docs.google.com
8/21
After Dark: Nocturnal Insect Walk
The JCRA gardens are totally buggin’. Head to the garden after dark for a look into the world of nocturnal insects with insight from local entomologist Bill Reynolds. calendar.ncsu.edu
8/21
Design Within Reach Ribbon Cutting
Bringing authentic modern design to North Hills is major furniture retailer DWR, which is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Mayor Janet Cowell, Kane Realty’s Stacey Buescher and DWR Raleigh GM Rick Grogan. dwr.com
8/21
Jordan Davis
Next thing you know, the “Buy Dirt” dude is bringing his smash-hit singles and smooth storytelling to the stage on his Ain’t Enough Road Tour with special guests Mitchell Tenpenny and Vincent Mason. redhatamphitheater.com
8/21
Sir Walter Coffee Summer Series Part 3
Pop over to Sir Walter to celebrate the last days of summer with freshly shucked oysters from Mera Brothers, tunes from DJ Akira, an exclusive cocktail menu and all-around good vibes. @sirwaltercoffee
8/21
Wicked: For Good
Ain’t no rest for the wicked! Pregame the big screen with food trucks and local on-theme entertainment in Moore Square. Pink or green, good or evil—but popular either way. raleighnc.gov
8/22
Jack Johnson
Catch this wave—the surfer turned songwriter is flipping Walnut Creek upside down via his mellow summer sound and ~curious~ vibes. livenation.com
8/22
Kirby Derby
Less stallion, more soapbox. Roll on over to Harvey Hill for a time-honored tradition full of gravity racing and pinecar competitions—plus other off-road activities. kdd.gamil.com
8/22
Night Nation Run
Neon’s never looked so good. This half fun run, half moshpit is America’s first running music fest—and you’ve made the guestlist. From black lights to bubble zones, it’s hard to keep the fun and fitness separate. boothamphitheatre.com
8/22
Packapalooza
We were raised by the wolves… pack it in for NC State’s signature palooza and all-day block party capping off Wolfpack Welcome Week on Hillsborough Street. Red and white never looked so good. packapalooza.ncsu.edu
8/22
Summer Celebration 2026
Summer isn’t over yet. Artspace is going full-blown summer via a youth art exhibition, hands-on art making activities and demonstrations—plus, free snow cones and popcorn. eventbrite.com
8/23
Love Never Fails
Less doomscrolling, more dancing. Music, movement and community collide at this feel-good gathering built around genuine connection. Phones down, vibes up! bittersocialraleigh.com
8/24–25
Around the Moon and Pack Again
After becoming the first woman to leave low Earth orbit and travel to and around the moon, NASA astronaut and NC State alumna Christina Hammock Koch is returning to campus for a homecoming celebration that’s sure to be out of this world. ncsu.edu
8/25
Conversation Convos
Here’s something to howl about: Watch long-lost footage of wild wolves reintroduced to Yellowstone National Park while learning about the pack recovery happening behind the scenes. marbleskidsmuseum.org
8/25
Jaws Movie Night
*Dun, dun, dun, dun*… Catch your fave shark movie on the big screen at The Optimist’s Brookside Drive location—complete with themed drinks and popcorn. @theoptimistraleigh
8/26
History at High Noon
Operation Bumblebee is a go. Virtual lunchtime lectures are back with Lorraine Makey, manager of Missiles and More Museum, filling in Raleigh on the top-secret U.S. Navy biz. Brace for impact. eventbrite.com
8/26
Mahjong and Mingle
A mahjong and yap sesh? Say less. Beginner lessons and open play are taking The Backyard at Fenton. fentonnc.com
8/26
Tomato Dinner
It’s what you’ve been waiting for all summer long… Tomato season is at its peak, and Brodeto is giving it the spotlight treatment in dishes like crudo, stracciatella and wagyu coulotte. exploretock.com
by Raleigh Magazine | Jul 13, 2026 | Do, July/August 2026
7/16–26
Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week
Hope you’re hungry. … Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week kicks off this week, serving the perfect opportunity to belly up to your fave spots or try out something new for 10 whole days. downtownraleigh.org
7/16
Train
Hey, soul sister! Celebrate 25 years in the atmosphere with a nostalgia-fueled set at the Creek built for mass singalongs. Hold space for “Drops of Jupiter,” natch. livenation.com
7/17
Kendall Street Company
Let the phun times roll with a Phish afterparty at Pour House. Off-the-cuff bits, improv-style tunes and surprise guests keep the jam-band energy alive long after the encore. pourhouseraleigh.com
7/17
Phish
The *phan* base is calling! Join the school of American rock enthusiasts and prepare to be hooked on a swimmingly good jam sesh at Walnut Creek. livenation.com
7/17–19
Annual Sidewalk Sale
Suns out, bags out. Street shopping takes over Village District—and rest assured you don’t want to pass up the cardio—er, shop—sesh. shopvillagedistrict.com
7/17–19
Kids Exchange Consignment Sale
The Triangle’s number one consignment event is back. Sell and buy anything that can be used for infants to pre-teens at the ultimate kids resale. kxconsignment.com
7/17–19
Pauly Shore
~Shore~ to draw out some laughs, the MTV-era entertainer and giggle guru—aka The Weasel (iykyk)—brings his lore from the likes of Jury Duty and A Goofy Movie to the Goodnights stage. goodnightscomedy.com
7/18
Christmas in July
Santa? Is that you? Mr. and Mrs. Claus come down to Red Bird from the North Pole for a holiday-inspired brunch buffet, storytime, festive crafts and activities, and photo opps. 10thandterrace.com
7/18
Clothing Swap
Clean out your closet and snag some new items while sippin’ on ’tails from Wolfe & Porter. wolfeandporter.com
7/18
Encore Market
Encore! Shop donated clothing, housewares, furniture, books and toys—plus selections from Theatre Raleigh Arts Center’s prop and costuming collection. theatreraleigh.com
7/18
NCModernist Art Sale Fundraiser
Tickle your art craving and browse 250 watercolors, prints and painting made by MFA candidates at Cranbrook Academy of Art and the University of Michigan during the 1970s and ’80s. usmodernist.org
7/18
Pop-up Pilates
Whether you’re a beginner or primed pro, head to Seaboard Station to sweat, stretch and strengthen at this upbeat pilates sesh. seaboardstation.com
7/18
Red NOT Chili Peppers
Consider yourself on the “otherside” as the nation’s most active RHCP tribute spices up your night with all the OG band’s funk-rock faves—hold the chilis. raleigh.bowstringbrewyard.com
7/18
World Rugby Nations Cup
Knock-on. The inaugural tournament marks rugby’s international return to the Tar Heel State, with the USA Eagles facing off Spain at WakeMed Soccer Park. go.usa.rugby
7/19
Love Never Fails Dance Party
Shake what your mama gave ya! Music, movement and real connections collide at Bitter Social, where folks can come together, let go, and be fully present through sound and dance. bittersocialraleigh.com
7/19
Yoga in the Galleries
Get bendy with Embodied Yoga surrounded by Oak City history. Bring your mat, tools and water, and leave with peace of mind. raleighnc.gov
7/22
Death Cab for Cutie
Straight out of a melancholy indie 2000s flick, “I will follow you into the dark”… er, to Walnut Creek. Soul meets body via dreamy guitars, poetic lyrics and peak sad-core nostalgia—aka the soundtrack of your feelings. livenation.com
7/22
On the Road in Piemonte Book Launch
Hit the road with wine director and author Jeff Bramwell via his new book exploring Italy’s Piemonte region with a comprehensive Q&A at Figulina, complete with cocktails, light bites and books for purchase. @figulina.raleigh
