by Raleigh Magazine | Jul 23, 2024 | 2024, Do, July 2024/August 2024
Through 7/28
Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer
Hot girl summer, step aside—it’s a hot tomato summer this year. Think 10 days of local resto creative dishes feat. two Southern staples: Duke’s Mayo + tomatoes—from a housecured bacon BLT at Mandolin to Hummingbird’s shrimp po’body and tomato pie. Who’s ripe for the fan-fave Golden Tomato Award?! dukesmayo.com
Through 7/28
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
Chekhovian themes meet contemporary humor via Theatre Raleigh’s comedic masterpiece revolving around bickering siblings and a glamorous movie star. theatreraleigh.com
7/24–27
Pauly Shore
That’s so Totally Pauly! Join a ’90s-era actor/comedian as he takes the stage to bring on the “pauly-tics.” goodnightscomedy.com
7/25–28
GalaxyCon
Step into a galaxy of fun and fandom at the Raleigh Convention Center for a four-day fest flaunting more than your average comic-con—from meet-and-greets to cosplay competitions. To infinity and beyond! galaxycon.com
7/25–8/4
Our Town
“Goodbye, goodbye, world.” Walk with Emily Webb as she appreciates little pleasures within a cruel and beautiful Earth. raleighlittletheatre.org
7/26
West End Pop-Up
Pop by West End to scope out local vendors, live music, creative workshops and food trucks—NTM adult bevys to sip on while you shop. eventbrite.com
7/26
Staglin Family Vineyard Wine Dinner at Nanas
Wine down from the week via chef Matt Kelly’s special four-course dinner paired with wines from the beloved Staglin Family Vineyard. Cheers! nanasrockwood.com
7/26
Dirty Heads
Everything you’re looking for… can be found via this hip-hop/reggae/rock band as they take on Walnut Creek. livenation.com
7/27
Shipp Dating Mixer
Hot girl summer is almost over. 💔 Get that roster prepped for cuffing season with a night of speed dating in partnership with Umbrella Dry Bar and GLOW Fitness. @joinshipp
7/27
Sam Hunt
Raleigh is hard to forget… so this country music crooner has made his way back for more at Walnut Creek. Time for a house party! livenation.com
7/27
Taste of Soul NC
Talk about a good-for-the-soul event. Savor, shake and shop the soul of NC via food trucks, live music and vendors at City Plaza—just be sure to come on an empty stomach. tasteofsoulnc.com
7/27
Brit Floyd
Spend your time on the “dark side of the moon” so this tribute to the artistry of Pink Floyd doesn’t have to “wish you were here.” boothamphitheatre.com
7/27–28
Monster Jam
Prepare yourself for some mean, green (and other colored) monster truck machines! Support our resident undertaker Grave Digger as it rolls alongside Zombie, Megalodon, ThunderROARus, Monster Mutt and others. pncarena.com
7/27–28
North Carolina Pet Expo
Bark up the *right* tree with a doggy stunt show, grooming, shopping and adoption opps at this annual expo for furry and feathered friends. Paws for applause—and awws! ncstatefair.org
7/28
2024 Summer Concert Series
Summer days are drifting away, so make the most of them by swaying along with the Tune Swingers at Fred Fletcher Park. Don’t forget a blanket or chair! raleighnc.gov
7/28
The Wonder Years
Dismantle summer with this wondrous pop-punk six-piece at The Ritz. … They won’t let you cave in. livenation.com
7/28
New Kids On The Block
Please do go, girl (or boy!) to jam out with these “still kids” as they embark on their Magic Summer tour at the Creek. “Old school love,” indeed! livenation.com
7/30
blink-182 with Pierce the Veil
Blink and you might miss it. … It’s truly “all the small things” as this ’90s-era band brings its throwback classics to the PNC stage. pncarena.com
7/30–8/4
Mudcats vs. RiverDogs
RiverDogs are gonna be sent howling home. milb.com
7/30–8/4
Mamma Mia
Here we go again! Unleash your inner dancing queen and tag along with Sophie as she tries to reveal who her real father is in this emotional yet feel-good musical based on ABBA’s smash hits that promises to be the time of your life. dpacnc.com
7/31
The Band CAMINO
Good times are taking shape at The Ritz as this indie rock band shreds the stage. livenation.com
7/31
Live After 5
Celebrate the women who took the music scene by storm via live tunes from Kate Rhudy and Blue Cactus on Fayetteville Street as you sip, stroll and enjoy an all-around “electrifying evening.” downtownraleigh.org
by Raleigh Magazine | Jul 17, 2024 | 2024, Do, July 2024/August 2024
Through 7/28
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
Chekhovian themes meet contemporary humor via Theatre Raleigh’s comedic masterpiece revolving around bickering siblings and a glamorous movie star. theatreraleigh.com
7/18
Aether Tattoo Lounge Grand Opening
Get inked with an op from a flash sheet, plan out your next big tat, or just nosh on snacks and bevs at the launch of Hillsborough Street’s newest tattoo parlor. @aethertattoolounge
7/18–20
The Durham Oyster Fest
Oh, shell yeah! Shuck it over to Durham for this third annual fest celebrating NC oysters on The Roof of The Durham, complete with a special à la carte oyster menu, drinks, oyster-shucking demos and live music. thedurham.com
7/18–28
Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer
Hot girl summer, step aside—it’s a hot tomato summer this year. Think 10 days of local resto creative dishes feat. two Southern staples: Duke’s Mayo + tomatoes—from a housecured bacon BLT at Mandolin to Hummingbird’s shrimp po’body and tomato pie. Who’s ripe for the fan-fave Golden Tomato Award?! dukesmayo.com
7/19
Groove N Glide
Grab your skates and groove and glide to the best beats of the ’90s and 2000s spun by DJ JMar—plus enjoy tacos from Taco Addicts food truck when hunger strikes. So groovy, man! @sk8raleigh
7/19
Otomi Comida y Cocteles Grand Opening
Bienvenido, Otomi! Toast the new Mexican soul food eatery with a margarita in hand and live music in the air. otomicomida.com
7/19
On the Border
Embrace that “peaceful easy feeling” with an Eagles tribute band that does it like no other. lincolntheatre.com
7/20
The Summer Block Party
Summer ain’t over yet! Beat the heat with live bands and DJs, vendors, libations, food trucks, family-friendly activities, cooling stations (crucial) and more during this celebration of salsa and Latin music at Chapel of Bones, in collaboration with Oak City Music Collective and Southern Vision Alliance. oakcitymusic.com
7/19–21
Mudcats vs. Hillcats
Hillcats slated to hit the curb. milb.com
7/19–21
Village District Sidewalk Sale
Oh, sale yeah. Get in a hot girl walk and give your credit card a workout while browsing the outdoor summer sales at the likes of Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, MADISON, MODE Consignment and Uniquities. shopvillagedistrict.com
7/20
Jeffrey Osbourne
Take off “on the wings of love” with an iconic singer/songwriter, musician and lyricist who has made waves in the R&B scene since the ’70s. boothamphitheatre.com
7/20
Saturday on South
City Council will soon vote on whether to close a portion of South Street, so now’s your chance to learn more and ask questions about plans—plus, nosh on cookout grub and move to live music. Who says local politics aren’t fun? raleighnc.gov
7/20–21
Moth-ing for Science
Happy National Moth Week to all who celebrate! Be sure to leave the light on for the North Carolina Entomological Society’s moth viewing, orientation, Q&A, bingo & more. naturalsciences.org
7/20–21
Nerdcore Party Convention
Nerd alert! Pack your glasses and Scotch tape for this ultimate two-day celebration of the nerdcore genre at The Ritz, with music and meet-and-greets galore. livenation.com
7/21
Whiskey Kitchen Drag Brunch
Get ready to be dazzled! Enjoy a delectable brunch menu and craft cocktails while the winners of Miss Gay North Carolina strut their stuff in an effort to raise funds for the Crape Myrtle Festival, a nonprofit supporting the needs of the local LGBTQ+ community. Slay! crapemyrtlefest.org
7/22
Summer Full Moon Walk
But, mom… it’s just a phase! Take a guided after-hours stroll at the art museum for a guaranteed moonstruck summer evening. ncartmuseum.org
7/24–27
Pauly Shore
That’s so Totally Pauly! Join an extremely goofy (iykyk) ’90s-era actor/comedian as he takes the stage to bring on the “pauly-tics.” goodnightscomedy.com
by Raleigh Magazine | Jul 9, 2024 | 2024, Do, July 2024/August 2024
7/11
Boney James
Prepare for a triple-threat jazz bill. Tap your feet along to the chart-topping jazz and R&B saxophone player’s 18th studio album, along with tunes from Grammy-nominated artists Kenny Lattimore & Maysa Leak. ncartmuseum.org
7/11–13
Kelsey Cook
What do you get when your parents are an international yo-yo champion and a professional foosball player? Wrists of fury and an ability to turn any situation into comedic gold. goodnightscomedy.com
7/12
Sebastian Maniscalco
“It ain’t right” not to laugh at this comic who uses physical humor and digs at society (think inflation prices, the “social media circus” and lack of manners) to earn well-deserved chuckles about the struggles we all face. pncarena.com
7/12–14
Affion Crockett
City of Oaks, meet the king of impressions. From mimicking anyone from his mom to his schoolteacher to Scarface, this comedic powerhouse will no doubt charm you with his facial expressions and impersonations. improv.com
7/13
Alice Gerrard
Celebrate 90 trips around the sun with this “prolific songwriter and keeper of traditional tunes” as she performs her first album in over 10 years. martinmariettacenter.com
7/13, 27
Cocktails & Cuisine Class
Test your bartender brains and let freedom ring through a patriotic cocktail demonstration—then enjoy the fruits of your labor paired with festive food. Let freedom ring! thewillardraleigh.com
7/13
Totally Tubular Festival
Stop the world to catch the new wave via this ’80s event’s radical lineup—think Thomas Dolby, Modern English, Men Without Hats, The Romantics and Bow Wow Wow. The future’s open wide! totallytubularfestival.com
7/13
Nirvani
“Come as you are” to commemorate the band who changed the scope of the rock scene forever, with a little help from Smashing Pumpkins tribute band the Siamese Dreamers. So many songs about Courtney Love all in one night. pourhouseraleigh.com
7/14
The Gathering Co. x Junction West Summer Open House
Snack on a sweet treat (hey, Tepuy Donuts!) in the sun and mingle with like-minded peers while shopping the likes of Hygge Jewelry, Bowerbird Flowers & Apothecary and other local vendors. It feels like summer! @junctionwestnc
7/14
Summertime UNCORKED
It’s wine night for the organic girlies (and guys). Sip and stroll around Barcelona Wine Bar as they uncork 30 organic wines from its bottle list and pair with tapas and paella. It’s giving Euro summer. eventbrite.com
7/15–21
DTR Retail Week
Who’s ready to shop (local) till they drop?! Browse the goods of local businesses—think Copperline Plant Co., Curate Raleigh and Blackbird Books & Coffee—to earn freebies and discounts all week long. @dtrindependentshops
7/17
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
Chekhov’s gun, a cherry orchard, a family home and a voodoo doll equals the perfect recipe for modern-day disaster and avant-garde entertainment. theatreraleigh.com
7/17
Photography Workshop
Take a picture—it’ll last longer! Amp up those photography skills with tips and tricks for composition, capturing light and shadow, and working camera settings to catch that money shot. Oh, snap! dixpark.org
