25 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week, Oct. 3–9
10/3
Cactus Tate
Ever want to just talk sh*t? You aren’t alone. Laugh along with this comedic star on the rise as she navigates sensitive subjects with incisive absurdity. goodnightscomedy.com
10/3
Conan Gray
Prepare to spill your guts. Grab your polyester sweaters and revel in crush culture as this YouTuber-turned-pop star ventures out of central Texas to serenade the City of Oaks. redhatamphitheater.com
10/3
Jazz in the Square
Bop your way over to Moore Square for an evening of swingin’ jazz with the Dwayne Jordan Quartet plus on-site food trucks and wine/beer for sale. downtownraleigh.org
10/4
Canes vs. Lightning
Check the forecast: A little lightning is nothing compared to a Category 5. pncarena.com
10/4
First Friday
Smoky Hollow, meet Sleepy Hollow. DTR’s First Fright-day (!) is back from the grave with a Halloween-themed vintage pop-up, Tarot readings and fall photo opts—aka the perfect opp to break out that costume you’ve been dying to wear. downtownraleigh.org
10/4
Marbles Imagination Ball
Don’t leave this annual grown-up gala to the imagination. Join the Marbles Kids Museum for an “evening of enchantment” and giving. marbleskidsmuseum.org
10/4–5
Triangle Oktoberfest
Fun fact: The first Oktoberfest was a royal wedding, and the entire city was invited to the celebration. Now, dust off your polka shoes and toast to culture in the City of Oaks with live music, authentic German food and over 50 traditional beers. Prost! boothamphitheatre.com
10/4–5
Twist of Jazz
Ya like jazz? Pace with vocalist Carrie Marshall as she walks to the beat of her own drum and belts out upbeat twists on The Beatles, Amy Winehouse, Dolly Parton, The Cure and beyond. theatreraleigh.com
10/4–6
DeRay Davis
After years of acting alongside the likes of John Krasinski, Eddie Murphy and Will Ferrell, this Chicago funnyman is touring with some side-splitting anecdotes to get you giggling. improv.com
10/5
Coffee & Costumes Fun Run
Pull out that Halloween costume a little early and head on over to Rebus Works for a fun run (and coffee!) to support our WNC neighbors affected by Hurricane Helene. eventbrite.com
10/5
Falling for Local
Humpty Dumpty isn’t the only one having a great fall. Say ~hay~ to autumn with loads of fall-themed activities at Dix Park—from a pumpkin patch and lawn games to hay rides and live music, NTM beer, local food trucks, and makers and vendors. Life is gourd, indeed. shoplocalraleigh.org
10/5
NCSU vs. Wake Forest
The Pack is slated to send the Demon Deacons back to church. Amen! gopack.com
10/5
Oktoberfest Party
Don your dirndl/lederhosen and raise a stein to a taste of Munich at Boxcar Bar + Arcade. Polka through the festivities with drinking, stein holding and pretzel-eating competitions. Keep calm and prost on! facebook.com
10/5
Post Malone
He dreamed it all ever since he was young. Post up (!) to see the biggest plot twist in music live: The notorious rapper and guitarist is going country at the Creek. livenation.com
10/5
To Space & Beyond!
Blast off on a journey through the wonder and beauty of the universe via this Young People’s Concert fueled by the music of Star Wars, E.T., The Planets and more. martinmariettacenter.com
10/5
UOAA 10th Annual Run for Resilience 5K
This race is the sh*t. Trek down the American Tobacco Trail to support and advocate for patients living with an ostomy or continent diversion through. runsignup.com
10/5
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Lace up at Halifax Mall for the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support and research to stride (and strive) to end the disease and preserve memories. act.alz.org
10/5–13
Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week
Pull out your stretchy pants and wind your way through participating DTR restos offering specials and prix-fixe menus. Stay hungry, Raleigh! downtownraleigh.org
10/5–26
Rubberside Down
Put pedal to the metal and roll your way over to Oaks and Spokes’ annual Bike Art Show and see the creative side of Raleigh’s cycling community. @oaksandspokes
10/7
Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards
It’s music to our ears! Join these Johnny-on-the-spots as they make “one big beautiful sound.” pourhouseraleigh.com
10/8
David Nihill
ICYMI: Self-help is out, shelf help is in. Take note as this Dublin-borned and well-traveled comedian and author dishes tales of cultural observations and international drinking sessions while occasionally being a mildly confused immigrant. goodnightscomedy.com
10/8
Nicki Minaj
You’ve arrived in Gag City. Make the most of your visit by getting on the floor (floor) and dancing away with the Queen of Rap herself. pncarena.com
10/8
Public Library Pop-up
Reading is so back. Fuel your brain at this family-focused pop-up featuring books, music, rhythm and rhyme designed to nurture young reading skills. dixpark.org
10/9
Community & Cocktails
Raise a glass to a good cause via The Willard’s evening of music and philanthropy complete with bubbly, charcuterie and dessert—NTM those impeccable DTR views, natch. thewillardraleigh.com
10/9
Vampire Weekend
This well-read rock foursome was an indie-sleaze staple in the days of Tumblr—and even now, “only God is above them.” redhatamphitheater.com