by Raleigh Magazine | Apr 26, 2023 | April 2023, Do
4/27
Bongzilla
Get baked via the tunes of this chill American stoner metal band formed in the ’90s. Stay mellow. thepourhousemusichall.com
4/27—30
Orpheus and Eurydice
Don’t greek out… or do! Observe this ancient legend exploring attraction, love and ancient mythology in the form of a full-length ballet performance and moving music. It’s sure to raise the barre. carolinaballet.com
4/27, monthly
Music on the Lawn
Suns out, sounds outside (!). Sprawl out for live music on the lawn and enjoy drinks, food trucks and lawn games at Heights House. Summertime and the livin’ is easy… heightshousenc.com
4/28
National Superhero Day
“Hey, we’re superheroes. What can happen?” Channel your inner Incredible via Boxcar’s National Superhero Day soiree feat. a costume contest, themed cocktails, comic books, beats and more. How super! facebook.com
4/28–30
Chicago Raleigh Improv Festival
Prepare to LOL. Back and better than ever are improv comedy teams hailing from Raleigh and the Windy City to keep the sillies going all weekend long. comedyworx.com
4/28–30
Spring Garden Party
Are you a succa for spring? Celebrate the fab fair weather with a stroll in the garden feat. amazing art displays, walks and talks with the experts—and bring home a plant baby or two from the greenhouse. Here comes the sun… flowers! jlbg.org
4/29
Climate Change Event
There’s no planet B. … View PBS NC’s Planting Piedmont Grasslands Helps Fight Climate Change and learn about ecosystems native to NC. Ready to show some love to your mother (Earth)? dorotheadixpark.org
4/29
Hayley Kiyoko: The Panorama Tour
Nab your spot to see this acclaimed pop star singin’ her sophomore album. #GirlPower. @ritzraleigh
4/29
Raulston Blooms! And Plant Sale
If you’re a big bloomer, here’s the dirt: Grow on over to this event feat. outdoor activities, plant sales (find over 250 types!), vendors, speakers and more. It’ll be a nature play day all the way. jcra.ncsu.edu
4/29
Ruben Studdard & Clay Aiken
We’re absolutely Aiken for this concert collab of two powerhouse vocalists bringing their voices together for an epic night for all. … Thanks again, American Idol (!). boothamphitheatre.com
4/29
Tobacco Road Relay
If you have a case of the runs, slip on your sneakers and take a light 26.2 foray into the forest. See ya at the finish line?! tobaccoroadrelay.com
4/29–5/7
Lawn Art With Neighbors
Can we get three cheers for community creativity?! Join some neighbors and display any kind of art on your lawn for the ultimate grassroots experience. lawnraleigh.com
4/30
Hops vs. Grapes
For a grape time, belly up for this multicourse dinner with each plate served with a beer and wine pairing (!). After you down your fare and the good libations, votes will be collected to determine the best pairing. Hop to it! plateskitchen.com
4/30
Oakwood & Friends
Guest chefs Josh Finger and Maggie McConnel are teaming up for a seven-course meal of contemporary American eats with a wine pairing for each patron. Dig in! crawfordandsonrestaurant.com
4/30–5/6
Triangle Small Business Week
Show some big love by shopping small and celebrating the slew of businesses that add personality, growth and strength to our community. #ShopLocal trianglesmallbusinessweek.com
5/1
Kenny Gilbert x Ricky Moore Cookbook Dinner
What’s cookin’, good lookin’? Get hooked on this event at Saltbox Seafood Joint feat. Ricky Moore and chef Kenny Gilbert to celebrate the chef’s new cookbook, Southern Cooking, Global Flavors. Bon appetit! eventbrite.com
5/1–5
Eat the World Week
Calling all adventurous eaters! Travel the world via your taste buds and nosh down on some of the fab international fare found in Downtown Raleigh’s diverse food scene. downtownraleigh.org
5/1–31
“Exploring Color: Introducing New Vibrant Works of Cassie Adams
Well, color us intrigued. Experience the aura of Cassie Adams’ artwork—consisting of a one-of-a-kind combo of detailed photographs and digital handmade drawings made with a lineup of mediums: pencil, marker, pastel and oil crayon. We’re totally blended by the light. galleryc.net
5/3, weekly
Wellness Wednesdays
Put “Fitness” by Lizzo in the queue. Work up a sweat via a slew of fitness classes catering to different interests, ages and body types for just $5 a class. Let’s cardi-go! visitnorthhills.com
by Raleigh Magazine | May 25, 2022 | Do, May 2022
Through 6/19
Sacred Spaces, Sacred Stories
“And right there where we stood was hallowed ground…” The COR Museum’s newest exhibit explores Raleigh’s first African American burial ground, Mount Hope Cemetery, nee 1872. cityofraleighmuseum.org
5/26
Little River Band
It’s time for a “cool change” as Little River Band brings its big act to town—leaving you “reminiscing” the night for years to come. boothamphitheatre.com
5/26
Taste Tour of the Mediterranean
’Glyphs or it didn’t happen (OK, ’Grams’ll do). Walk like an Egyptian over to Vidrio for a multicourse cultural dinner experience filled with authentic Egyptian menu items by 2021 NC Chef of the Year Saif Rahman. vidrioraleigh.com
5/26
Willard Wine Tasting Class: Germany
Prost! Join The Willard Beverage Manager Conrad Most on the rooftop as he discusses regional varietals of German wine. thewillardraleigh.com
5/26
Wine & Brew Walk
Uncork your weekend at Waverly Place’s sip, shop and stroll sesh, including live demos from a local artist—plus raffle tickets for a chance to win a piece of original art. It’s a win-win—or should we say wine-wine! waverlycary.com
5/27
Air Plant Terrarium Workshop
Can you dig it? Urban Pothos is hosting a workshop at Hartwell for attendees to build a stylish habitat for an air plant (and get an air plant to go with it!). All materials are included—plus you get a free drink. Grow on and get a ticket! urbanpothoshouseplantshopnc.com
5/27
RuPaul’s Drag Race Superstar
“The punchlines won’t flatline” as RuPaul’s Drag Race sensation Alyssa Edwards’ one-diva show makes a pit stop in Raleigh on her “Life, Love and Lashes” tour. dukeenergycenterraleigh.com
5/27–29
Unscripted Durham Memorial Day Weekend Poolside Party
Take your MDW poolside and celebrate the start of summer with live music from local DJs, free boozy pops, and a rooftop grill out with burgs and hot dogs at Unscripted Durham’s The Patio. Splish, splash! unscriptedhotels.com
5/28
Birdwatching at Dix Park
We can’t stop raven about this beginner-friendly, free Dix Park birding experience. No egrets! dixpark.org
5/28
Bourbon Blending Workshop
”Don’t be fooled by the rocks that I got.” Olde Raleigh Distillery’s master blender is leading a deconstructed blending workshop of Olde Raleigh’s latest small-batch bourbon release. Attendees will get to try their hand as a whiskey blender and attempt to recreate the blend. Cheers! eventcreate.com
5/28–11/27
Pauli Murray: Imp, Crusader, Dude, Priest
Take a peek inside the life of Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray, a 20th century human rights activist, educator, lawyer, poet and Episcopal priest who was a key player in the fight for African American, women’s and LGBTQIA+ rights. ncmuseumofhistory.org
5/28, Saturdays
True Crime & Curious Tales Raleigh Walking Tour
Talk murder to me. True crime junkies are gonna wanna swap binge watching for this walking tour highlighting Raleigh’s history of murder, mayhem and other strange happenings. eventbrite.com
5/29
Neptunes Comedy Presents: Ryan Erwin
Raleigh’s fave “pretty potato” is bringing the laughs to Hartwell with special guests Harrison Tweed and Bridget Callahan—plus, there’s gonna be food trucks and a fully stocked bar (!). eventbrite.com
5/31
Jesse McCartney
Get your beautiful soul over to The Ritz to see Jesse McCartney perform—and live out your inner childhood dreams. livenation.com
6/1
Bunker Labs National Veterans in Residence Showcase
Calling all veterans! Bunker Lab’s biannual Veterans in Residence Showcase spans 23 cities and three virtual cohorts, and celebrates over 400 veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs launching startups and businesses. Aka peek networking. eventbrite.com
6/1
Sinisterhood: Keeping It Creepy Tour
Funny meets spooky via hosts Christie Wallace and Heather McKinney’s comedy podcast, Sinisterhood. On Wednesday, the duo is recording live from Goodnights to give an enlightening—and haunting—take on Raleigh’s own Mordecai House history. Boo! goodnightscomedy.com
6/1–7/31
Islands in the Alley
It’s always 5 o’clock when you’re on island time… and there’s no better place to enjoy a tropical bev than Alley Twenty Six during its Islands in the Alley retro-themed pop-up featuring tropical food and drinks nodding back to the era of Trader Vic and Don the Beachcomber. If you need us, you know where to find us… alleytwentysix.com
6/1, Wednesdeays
Wellness Wednesdays
Hot girl (and boy!) summer is here! Get that beach bod via free fitness opps—from Barre to boxing—at Midtown Park every hump day. Feel the burn! northhillsevents.com
