Entertainment & Events in Raleigh, North Carolina

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Blue Ridge 14 919-828-8007
600 Blue Ridge Road
Raleigh, NC 27601
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Carmike 15 919-878-8977
5501 Atlantic Springs Road
Raleigh, NC 27601
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Night Life

Yancy's Jazz & Blues Cafe 919-839-1991
205 Wolfe Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
City Market
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 919-821-0777
217 West Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Downtown Raleigh
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 919-838-6788
3009 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27607
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 919-828-5233
861 West Morgan Street
Raleigh, NC 27603
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 919-821-3188
412 West Davie Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Warehouse District
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 919-834-5797
912 West Hodges Street
Raleigh, NC 27604
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 919-821-4419
2526 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27608
Directly Across from the Campus of NC State
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 919-829-1125
600 Creekside Drive
Raleigh, NC 27609
"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 919-876-7337
4400 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27609
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 919-755-6436
208 East Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
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 919-832-1072
416-A West South Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Located Downtown Near the Convention Center
"Where nightlife is a true experience."
TJ's Nightlife 919-713-1300
4801 Leigh Drive
Raleigh, NC 27616
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 919-412-4260
517 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27603
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 919-844-1515
430 South Dawson Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Located Across from the Raleigh Amphitheatre
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
Fox Liquor Bar 919-322-0128
237 South Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
More than 50 craft cocktails, beer, wine and cheeses are served at Fox Liquor Bar. more

Concerts & Performances

Alltel Pavillion at Walnut Creek 919-831-6400
3801 Rock Quarry Road
Raleigh, NC 27601
"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 919-303-6303
3401-131 Atlantic Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27604
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 919-890-6083
Fletcher School of Performing Arts
This opera company presents high quality, fully-staged opera, in English, in conjunction with members of the North Carolina Symphony. more
North Carolina Symphony 919-733-2750
2 East South Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
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 919-831-6950
1 East South Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
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 919-783-0098
3600 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 101
Raleigh, NC 27612
This opera company has won accolades for its uncompromising professional standards, internationally renowned casts, and sold-out performances. more
Raleigh Symphony Orchestra 919-546-9755
2 East South Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
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 919-836-8535
2820 Industrial Drive
Raleigh, NC 27609
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
Kings 919-833-1091
14 West Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Located in Downtown Raleigh
The upstairs Kings space features a larger stage with acoustically designed â€˜floatingâ€™ walls, steel and pine bar, and a fantastic sound system. Located in the basement, Neptunes is a separate bar that serves custom cocktails created with handmade syrups and fresh, locally produced ingredients. more

Plays & Productions

Broadway Series South 919-834-4000
1 East South Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
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 919-834-4001
224 Polk Street
Raleigh, NC 27604
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 919-832-9607
201 East Davie Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
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 919-821-4579
301 Pogue Street
Raleigh, NC 27650
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 919-831-6058
107 Pullen Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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 919-515-3927
2610 Cates Avenue, #1202A
Raleigh, NC 27695
Located on the NC State University campus, NC State University Theatre is a volunteer student theatre that produces 4-plus performances a year. more

Sporting Events

Carolina Hurricanes 919-467-7825
1400 Edwards Mill Road
Raleigh, NC 27604
RBC Center
Enjoy hard-hitting, fun filled hockey games by this National Hockey League team that plays from October to April. more
Carolina Mudcats 919-269-CATS
1501 N.C. Highway 39
Raleigh, NC 27597
Five County Stadium, Zebulon
A member of the Class AA Southern League, this baseball team offers family recreation from April to September. more
Wake County Speedway 919-779-2171
2109 Simpkins Road
Raleigh, NC 27601
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 919-831-6995
516 Dennis Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27601
Lions Park
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.

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