Raleigh North Carolina Entertainment & Events
Special Events
Planet Earth Celebration
11 West Jones Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
919-733-7450 Ext. 304
Burt's Bees and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences celebrate the planet, the local community, and the 40th anniversary of Earth Day with a seventies-themed festival dedicated to sustainable living at the third annual Planet Earth Celebration. Providing eco-smart goods and services that respect the Earth, this completely green festival is also managed and operated in a low-impact, Earth-friendly way. The day's festivities will include live musical performances & locally grown foods, trash march, urban tumbleweed bowling, green bazaar, expert advice, hands-on lessons, demonstrations, games, and activities for the whole family that showcase practical ways to live sustainably. To add, Burt's Bees will hold its Bonanza Tent Sale, featuring a blitz of Burt's Bees® must-haves at special Earth Day prices. more...Annual Fun in the Sun Charity Car Show
6404 Lake Wheeler Road • Raleigh, NC 27606
Lake Wheeler Park
919-662-5704
Spend the day with your family and friends viewing or showing classic, muscle, sports and pony cars, antique autos, street rods and trucks. The event held at Lake Wheeler Park will feature a DJ, awards, door prizes, concessions, t-shirts and a 50/50 drawing. Plus, you will be part of a local tradition benefiting Hospice of Wake County—the oldest and largest hospice organization serving Wake, Durham, Johnston, Franklin, and Harnett counties. more...Women's Empowerment Expo
1400 Edwards Mill Road • Raleigh, NC 27607
Held at The RBC Center
919-861-2300
"Created in 1994, in honor of Women’s History Month, Women’s Empowerment was designed to enhance the lives of African American women by addressing issues that specifically impact their 'health, hearts and pocketbooks.'” This expo-style event features seminars, workshops, demonstrations, sampling, and shopping.Art Outside the Box
1903 Hillsborough Street • Raleigh, NC 27605
Located at The Gregg Museum
919-513-7511
The Gregg Museum is hosting a free event on October 28th from 12 to 4 p.m., to celebrate the the museum's move to a new location. A festive gathering of artists and musicians with refreshments for everyone. Talk to the master, Pearl Fryar, about topiary art. Create with potters, painters, jewelers, plus origami, digital and other artists. Walk through NC State's historic chancellor's residence to see examples from the Gregg's amazing art collection. Listen to jazz, rock, soul, country, and a capella. Check out renderings of the new Gregg, a museum for NC State University, Raleigh, and the entire region. Enjoy a casual afternoon for all ages. more...
Cinema
Blue Ridge 14
600 Blue Ridge Road • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-828-8007
more...Carmike 15
5501 Atlantic Springs Road • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-878-8977
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Night Life
Yancy's Jazz & Blues Cafe
205 Wolfe Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
City Market
919-839-1991
Enjoy live jazz and blues Wednesday through Saturday nights at this unique venue that showcases local and regional groups plus offers a menu of delicious home style Cajun cuisine. The music continues Sundays during their famous jazz brunch and special nights such as Wednesday's "open-mic" night and Thursdays "Poetic Collections" are also featured.Berkeley Cafe
217 West Martin Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
Downtown Raleigh
919-821-0777
A funky, laid back club that offers the best in blues music by nationally-known blues artists and local guitar heroes. A menu of tasty burgers and appetizers is available. more...Brewery, The
3009 Hillsborough Street • Raleigh, NC 27607
919-838-6788
This private club is host to some of the biggest names in the music industry and upcoming local talent. more...Charlie Goodnight's Entertainment Complex
861 West Morgan Street • Raleigh, NC 27603
919-828-5233
This dynamic complex contains a comedy club, a Mexican restaurant, a mesquite grill, and a bar. A stage and dance floor are also part of the complex.Club Oxygen
412 West Davie Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
Warehouse District
919-821-3188
Raleigh's premier night club, this award-winning night club features a huge dance floor, two large bars, a lounge area, and a great environment for whether you are in the mood for music, dancing, or action.Club Zone
912 West Hodges Street • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-834-5797
Three clubs in one are located at this local favorite night spot where you can choose from a video screen room, a sports bar, or a high-energy dance room.Five-O-Cafe
2526 Hillsborough Street • Raleigh, NC 27608
Directly Across from the Campus of NC State
919-821-4419
This popular bar hosts a variety of musical acts, from swing and "Rock-a-Billy" to gothic and industrial rock, plus serves a wide range of beer, wine, imports, and microbrews. more...Longbranch Entertainment Complex, The
600 Creekside Drive • Raleigh, NC 27609
919-829-1125
"North Carolina's longest running nightclub," this entertainment complex consists of four unique atmosphere under one roof including the Longbranch Saloon, Club Extremes, The Swing Room, and The Retro Room. All of the areas have bars, dance floors, and pool tables.Red's Beach Music
4400 Glenwood Avenue • Raleigh, NC 27609
919-876-7337
A home away from home for fans of beach music, this liquor bar plays a wide variety of beach music from the 1950s and early 1960s ranging from shag to gentle.Rum Runners Dueling Piano and Grill
208 East Martin Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-755-6436
One of Raleigh's hottest night spots, this unique night club features two of most talented and wildly imaginative entertainers performing on two face-to-face grand pianos set on a stage. They perform all of the hits from the 1950s to today.Groove, The
416-A West South Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
Located Downtown Near the Convention Center
919-832-1072
"Where nightlife is a true experience."TJ's Nightlife
4801 Leigh Drive • Raleigh, NC 27616
919-713-1300
TJ's has one of the largest dance floors in the East to host Bands of all types of music for the best dancing in the Triangle. more...Mosaic Wine et Lounge
517 West Jones Street • Raleigh, NC 27603
919-412-4260
The Moroccan-themed Mosaic Wine et Lounge is open Monday through Saturday 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Be sure to check Mosaic's schedule for upcoming entertainment. more...Deep South - The Bar
430 South Dawson Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
Located Across from the Raleigh Amphitheatre
919-844-1515
A great pre and post-party spot for all amphitheater events. No cover on Wednesday nights. Live music every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Visit Social Magazine Reader's Choice Awards winner for "Best Rock Bar." more...
Concerts & Performances
Alltel Pavillion at Walnut Creek
3801 Rock Quarry Road • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-831-6400
"Raleigh's World-Class Outdoor Music Center," this outdoor concert facility is a completely open air music center that is host to concerts by some of the biggest names in music. more...Carolina Ballet
3401-131 Atlantic Avenue • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-303-6303
The Triangle's professional ballet company that features collaborations with the North Carolina Symphony, the National Opera Company, and the Raleigh Oratorio Society to provide a full range of ballet performances from the finest classics to fresh, contemporary works. more...National Opera Company
Fletcher School of Performing Arts
919-890-6083
This opera company presents high quality, fully-staged opera, in English, in conjunction with members of the North Carolina Symphony. more...North Carolina Symphony
2 East South Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-733-2750
Professional symphony that performs approximately 170 concerts each year with international guest artists appearing frequently. They perform in the Meymandi Concert Hall, a world-class hall that has near-perfect acoustics and an intimate atmosphere. more...North Carolina Theatre, The
1 East South Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-831-6950
The only professional, not-for-profit theatre in North Carolina that specializes in the production of amazing, large-scale, golden classic Broadway musicals. more...Opera Company of North Carolina
3600 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 101 • Raleigh, NC 27612
919-783-0098
This opera company has won accolades for its uncompromising professional standards, internationally renowned casts, and sold-out performances. more...Raleigh Symphony Orchestra
2 East South Street • Raleigh, NC 27611
919-546-9755
With the belief that "music has the power to affect the lives of all people," this symphony orchestra regularly presents fine concerts in the areas of classical, chamber, family, and pops music plus offers educational programs. more...Disco Rodeo
2820 Industrial Drive • Raleigh, NC 27609
919-836-8535
Established in 1994, this fun and exciting venue offers concerts throughout the year by some of the biggest and best names in popular music. more...America! a Pilgrim's prayer, a Patriot's Dream
7506 Falls of Nuese Road • Raleigh, NC 27615
919-847-1913
Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church presents America! a Pilgrim's prayer, a Patriot's Dream presented by adult choirs and orchestra on Sunday, June 24 at 6:00 pm. more...Brent Shaw's Masters Organ Recital
3800 Hillsborough Street • Raleigh, NC 27603
Jones Auditorium at Meredith College
919-609-5362
Brent Shaw, Organist, Meredith College Graduate Student will be giving his Masters Graduate Recital. Program: Choral in A minor by Cesar Franck, "Blithely Breezing Along" by Stephen Paulus, Organ Duet Variations on an Easter Theme by John Rutter (with organist Tom Trenney), Trio Sonata No. 2 in C minor by J.S.Bach, Transports de Joie by Olivier Messiaen, Variations on the Star Spangled Banner by Dudley Buck. Will begin at 8 p.m.North Carolina Symphony-Red, White & Blue Concert
4350 Lassiter at North Hills • Raleigh, NC 27609
919-733-2750
Red, White and Blue Concert - The North Carolina Symphony pays tribute to the men and women in the state who have kept America safe for generations. June 1, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at SJAFB. more...Larry's Beans Veggie Shuttle @ Hopscotch Music
217 West Martin Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
Located at the Berkeley Cafe
919-828-1234
Here is your chance to experience the coolest ride in the Triangle. Larry's Beans will be providing a shuttle service between the venues of the Hopscotch Music Festival on its Legendary Veggie Bus. That is right, the veggie oil-powered bus that features "Where The Wild Things Are" illustrations inside. The Veggie Bus Shuttle will be operating Sept. 10 & 11 from 9 p.m. to 12:30 am. The Veggie Bus, a Triangle favorite, will shuttle Hopscotch festival attendees around downtown Raleigh. There will be four stops: The Pour House, Berkeley Cafe, King's, and Five Star. more...
Plays & Productions
Broadway Series South
1 East South Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-834-4000
This popular Broadway series presents the very best in touring Broadway shows, as well as off-Broadway shows, with performances held in the Memorail Auditorium. Past performances have included Les Miserables, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Annie, Annie Get Your Gun, and Fosse. more...Burning Coal Theatre Company
224 Polk Street • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-834-4001
Professional actors, directors, and designers from New York and elsewhere mix with the area's best talent in this professional equity, non-profit theatre company to perform the best in classic, modern, and new plays. more...Raleigh Ensemble Players Theatre Company
201 East Davie Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-832-9607
An ensemble theatre group that presents theatrical productions that are real and are not afraid to explore darker side of human nature, as well as premiere contemporary off-Broadway productions. more...Raleigh Little Theatre
301 Pogue Street • Raleigh, NC 27650
919-821-4579
Named "Best Theatre Organization in the Triangle" and "Best Children's Theatre Program" by Spectator magazine, this theatre was established in 1936 and produces more shows than any other theatre in North Carolina. The theatre showcases 14 productions each year, with more than 150 performances. more...Theatre in the Park
107 Pullen Road • Raleigh, NC 27607
919-831-6058
Internationally acclaimed for its annual original musical production of "A Christmas Carol," this theatre also presents several major annual productions including comedies, Shakespeare, contemporary works and dramas including regional and world premieres. more...NC State University Theatre
2610 Cates Avenue, #1202A • Raleigh, NC 27695
919-515-3927
Located on the NC State University campus, NC State University Theatre is a volunteer student theatre that produces 4-plus performances a year. more...Amistad Saga - Reflections, The
119 Sunnybrook Road • Raleigh, NC 27610
African American Cultural Complex
919-250-9336
Don’t miss the AACC’s annual production of the only outdoor drama written, directed, and produced by and about African Americans in the United States, Amistad Saga: Reflections. more...Amistad Saga: Reflections, The
119 Sunnybrook Road • Raleigh, NC 27610
919-212-3598
The story of a mutiny aboard a slave ship that marked the beginning of the end of slavery in the United States is brought to life through powerful speeches, songs, and dances during this performance that is held from July 21st through 24th, and July 28th through 31st.
Art Exhibits
Allen Clapp Abstract Art Show
22 Glenwood Avenue • Raleigh, NC 27612
Carter Building Art Center, Studio 4
919-782-7745
The Carter Building Art Center presents a one-man show of Allen Clapp's Abstract Paintings from June 3 through June 18. The opening reception is on First Friday, June 3, in Studio 4 of the Carter Building from 6 to 9 p.m. Anne Clapp, WPTF's Weekend Gardner, will be with Allen at the opening. more...Visual Poetry Exhibit at Tipping Paint Gallery
428 South McDowell Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-928-5279
Visual Poetry: an Exhibition of Original Paintings & Mixed Media by Tunde Afolayan Famous. The exhibit will be on September 6-30. There will be a gallery reception on Friday, September 7th, from 6 to 9 p.m. more...
Festivals & Fairs
North Carolina State Fair
1025 Blue Ridge Road • Raleigh, NC 27607
The North Carolina State Fairgrounds
919-821-7400
This ten-day fair features livestock, agricultural exhibits, arts and cultural exhibits, an amusement midway, and nightly nationally-acclaimed musical performances. The North Carolina State Fair will take place October 15-25, 2009. more...Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival
Located Southwest in Downtown Cary
919-469-4061
An annual event held on the fourth Saturday in August, Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival patrons will enjoy lots of arts and crafts, food, and live entertainment. more...Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival
P.O. Box 80391 • Raleigh, NC 27613
Held in Downtown Raleigh in Moore Square
919-846-9739
A celebration for all ethnic groups and cultures that starts at 12:00 p.m., the Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade has over 3,500 marchers, including floats, pipe and drum bands, horses, dancers and many recognizable mascots. The Festival begins after the Parade in Moore Square. more...International Festival of Raleigh
500 South Salisbury Street • Raleigh, NC 27601
Raleigh Convention Center
919-996-8500
The International Festival of Raleigh is a family-friendly, annual celebration that brings more than 50 different ethnic groups and 30,000 community members together to celebrate the diversity of the Triangle through international cuisine, dance and music. Join them in celebrating the Triangle's unique diversity September 28-30 at the Raleigh Convention Center. more...
Sporting Events
Carolina Hurricanes
1400 Edwards Mill Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
RBC Center
919-467-7825
Enjoy hard-hitting, fun filled hockey games by this National Hockey League team that plays from October to April. more...Carolina Mudcats
1501 N.C. Highway 39 • Raleigh, NC 27597
Five County Stadium, Zebulon
919-269-CATS
A member of the Class AA Southern League, this baseball team offers family recreation from April to September. more...Wake County Speedway
2109 Simpkins Road • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-779-2171
Hosting stock car racing from April through late September, this speedway currently runs four classes every Friday night during the season with the 600 Inc. Racing Legends cars running several special events during the race season. more...Capital City Bicycle Motorcross Race Track
516 Dennis Avenue • Raleigh, NC 27601
Lions Park
919-831-6995
BMX Track races that are open to the public are available at this race track that organizes races according to age groups and skill levels, enabling everyone to compete fairly.Rayados de Monterrey Play the Carolina RailHawks
WakeMed Soccer Park
212-219-0321
Cerveza Tecate, the Mexican beer with bold character, will showcase the fervor and talent of local heroes Carolina RailHawks as they meet venerated Mexican First Division soccer club Rayados de Monterrey at the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, N.C., on July 20 at 4:00 p.m. for an exhilarating exhibition match.
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