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- Featured Events 3
- African-American Heritage 5
- Annual Events 58
- Arts 327
- Beer & Brewery 26
- Bluegrass Music 18
- Christmas & Holiday Events 284
- Classes & Workshops 163
- Colleges & Universities 55
- Comedy Shows 49
- Live Music & Concerts 196
- Dance Performances 56
- Dining & Drinks 96
- Easter Egg Hunts & Easter Events 1
- Education Outreach 110
- Esports & Gaming 12
- Community Fairs 22
- Family Events 189
- Local Farmers Markets 15
- Farm Experiences 5
- Festivals 146
- Film & Cinema 17
- Free Events 147
- Free Food Events 1
- Fundraisers & Benefits 26
- Hanukkah Celebrations 6
- Historic Events 10
- Holiday Events 219
- Kwanzaa Celebrations 3
- LGBTQ+ Events 10
- Lunar New Year Events 51
- Multicultural Events 99
- Museum Programs & Exhibits 44
- Nature & Outdoor Events 87
- Nightlife 109
- Open House Events 11
- Raleigh Locals Guide 8
- Running & Races & Marathons Events 8
- Shopping Events 55
- Sports & Athletics 85
- Super Bowl Watch Parties 2
- Team Building 14
- Theater & Performing Arts 52
- Tours 17
- Wellness Events 33
- Women’s History Month Events 1
Featured Events
The best upcoming events you won’t want to miss
RenFest At Spring Haven Farm
Carolina ONE Girls Basketball Clinic – Build Great Habits
Raleigh's International Holiday Market! A European Experience! Food, Desserts, Santa & More
Today's Events
All events happening today in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill and elsewhere in the Triangle.
Francisco Ramos (in Spanish)
Sewing Level 3: Bowl Cozy
Walk Through the Seasons
Accessible Nature Tour
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Optimist Park Community Center
The Elovaters
Through Her Voice
Five Points Short Film Festival
Tomorrow's Events
All events happening tomorrow in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill and elsewhere in the Triangle.
The Jinx
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NC State Men's Basketball vs. Troy
Member Talk: The Peruzzi Altarpiece
Kidical Mass Family Bike Ride
Art Heist Dinner: Mystery of the Nile
SRIS Friendsgiving
Member Holiday Celebration 2026
Primer 55, Sicksense, and Redefind Live at Chapel of Bones
This Weekend's Events
All events happening this weekend in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill and elsewhere in the Triangle.
How to Train Your Dragon
College Football: N.C. State Wolfpack vs. Syracuse Orange
S’mores and Suds at New Hope Valley Railway
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day with CureSearch Ultimate Hike!
Sunshine Harvest Market: A Raleigh Boutique Farmer's Market
Fall Family Funday
Bunni-lates Fundraising Event for Triangle Rabbits
Holiday Engine Workshop at Lowe's
Upcoming events in the next 30 Days
All upcoming events happening in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill and elsewhere in the Triangle.
Francisco Ramos (in Spanish)
Sewing Level 3: Bowl Cozy
Walk Through the Seasons
Accessible Nature Tour
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Optimist Park Community Center
The Elovaters
Through Her Voice
Five Points Short Film Festival
African-American Heritage
Events celebrating African-American culture, history, and achievements in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Exhibit Opening: The Doctor is in
Black Trivia and Karaoke Game Night
Axé Rhythm and Dance Fest
Motown and Soul Christmas with Pure Life Theatre
Lit for the Culture: The Next Chapter
Annual Events
Recurring annual events and traditions in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
4th Annual Slimeball Awards
Forest Park Art Walk 2026
Elia Cecino: Paderewski Piano Festival
S’mores and Suds at New Hope Valley Railway
Art Bash 2026: Tomorrow, Imagined
Raleigh Magazine's 2026 Cocktail Classic
2026 Humble Heart Bazaar - Shopping for a Cause
Mulino’s Eighth Annual Turkey Ball
Arts
Visual and performing arts events across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Sewing Level 3: Bowl Cozy
Through Her Voice
UniverSoul Circus
4th Annual Slimeball Awards
Member Talk: The Peruzzi Altarpiece
Art Heist Dinner: Mystery of the Nile
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker
Friday Freebies: Magnetic Mini Picture Frames
Beer & Brewery
Beer festivals, brewery tours, taproom events, and craft beer celebrations.
NC State Men's Basketball vs. Troy
NC State Watch Party: Wolfpack vs. Syracuse
Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda
Live Music: Emma Rae
Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda
Modern Calligraphy and Place Card Lettering Workshop
Plant Bingo and Swap Night at Norse Brewing Company
Matcha Making Workshop
Bluegrass Music
Bluegrass music performances, festivals, and concerts in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Broken Compass Bluegrass
An Evening With: Shadowgrass
S’mores and Suds at New Hope Valley Railway
Marvelous Music Series: Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra
Ax and the Hatchetmen w/ John-Robert
An Evening with the Gravy Boys
An Evening with Sugaree String Society
Redd & The Paper Flowers
Christmas & Holiday Events
Discover Christmas and holiday events across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill including tree lightings, holiday markets, festive shows, Santa visits, and seasonal celebrations.
SRIS Friendsgiving
Member Holiday Celebration 2026
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Holiday Engine Workshop at Lowe's
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker
Holiday Classics: Cocktail Experience at Good Day Good Night
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker
Classes & Workshops
Hands-on classes and instructional sessions in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill covering DIY projects, crafts, home improvement, and skill-building topics.
Sewing Level 3: Bowl Cozy
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Optimist Park Community Center
Member Talk: The Peruzzi Altarpiece
Friday Freebies: Magnetic Mini Picture Frames
Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda
Holiday Engine Workshop at Lowe's
Trim Router Basics
Quilting Level 1: Block Construction - Shoo Fly
Colleges & Universities
Events hosted by colleges and universities in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
NC State Men's Basketball vs. Troy
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Georgia Bulldogs Mens Basketball
North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Womens Volleyball
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. SIU Edwardsville Cougars Mens Basketball
College Football: N.C. State Wolfpack vs. Syracuse Orange
NC State Watch Party: Wolfpack vs. Syracuse
North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Syracuse University Football
Elon University Phoenix Football vs. Campbell Fighting Camels Football
Comedy Shows
Stand-up comedy shows, improv nights, and comedy performances across the Triangle.
Francisco Ramos (in Spanish)
Kathleen Madigan
Billy Gardell
Billy Gardell
Kathleen Madigan
Billy Gardell
Christian Johnson Live Comedy Performance
An Evening with Jonathan Van Halem
Live Music & Concerts
Live concerts and music performances taking place in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill including touring artists and local bands.
The Elovaters
Dusty Rug, Claievoayant, and Manic Third Planet Live in Concert
An Evening with Darren Jessee
Radiator Hospital with NOUN
4th Annual Slimeball Awards
The Jinx
Primer 55, Sicksense, and Redefind Live at Chapel of Bones
The Stride
Dance Performances
Dance performances, recitals, festivals, and workshops in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker
Still. Moving: LIGHT OF LIFE as Interpreted by Killian Manning
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker
Carolina Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Carolina Ballet Presents Jewels
American Indian Heritage Celebration Virtual Education Day
Jazz & Jive Night
Dining & Drinks
Restaurant events, food & drink festivals, tastings, and special dining experiences.
TTRPG Game Night
4th Annual Slimeball Awards
The Jinx
NC State Men's Basketball vs. Troy
Art Heist Dinner: Mystery of the Nile
SRIS Friendsgiving
Friday the 13th Flash Tattoo Pop-Up at The Davie
The Lounge at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
Easter Egg Hunts & Easter Events
Discover all the Easter egg hunts and Easter Bunny visits happening across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill
Education Outreach
Educational programs, lectures, and outreach activities for students and the community.
Sewing Level 3: Bowl Cozy
Walk Through the Seasons
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Optimist Park Community Center
Five Points Short Film Festival
Member Talk: The Peruzzi Altarpiece
Art Heist Dinner: Mystery of the Nile
Friday Freebies: Magnetic Mini Picture Frames
Bunni-lates Fundraising Event for Triangle Rabbits
Esports & Gaming
Esports tournaments, gaming events, and conventions in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
TTRPG Game Night
Christmas Shopping and Mahjong at Lily Mae's
Plant Bingo and Swap Night at Norse Brewing Company
Plant Bingo and Swap Night
Black Trivia and Karaoke Game Night
Mahjong and Mingle
Digital Impact Day of Fun
Merry Mahjong Guided Play
Community Fairs
Community fairs featuring rides, vendors, entertainment, and cultural showcases in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
RenFest At Spring Haven Farm
Wake County Adoption Information Fair
Pumpkin and Play Fall Fest
Dixie Gun and Knife Show
Carolina Coin and Stamp Show
Respect The Culture Auto Show
Repticon Raleigh
Rock, Roar & Bounce!
Family Events
Family-friendly events, activities, and programs suitable for all ages.
Walk Through the Seasons
TTRPG Game Night
NC State Men's Basketball vs. Troy
Kidical Mass Family Bike Ride
SRIS Friendsgiving
Friday Freebies: Magnetic Mini Picture Frames
Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda
How to Train Your Dragon
Local Farmers Markets
Local farmers markets offering fresh produce, artisan goods, and seasonal vendors in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Sunshine Harvest Market: A Raleigh Boutique Farmer's Market
The GRL Market November
Camera Swap
Hartwell Farmer's Market
Cary Night Market
Holiday Vendor Market
Triangle Pop Up – Handcrafted Holiday Market
Pick Your Poison Pop-up Book Market
Farm Experiences
Farm-based events including seasonal harvest activities, tours, and agricultural experiences in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Sunshine Harvest Market: A Raleigh Boutique Farmer's Market
Hartwell Farmer's Market
Harvest Fest 2026
Kids Holiday Gift-Making & Forest Play: Body Care Gift Basket (Sugar Scrub, Soap & Lotion)
Holiday Lights 2026
Festivals
Festivals of all types happening across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Five Points Short Film Festival
S’mores and Suds at New Hope Valley Railway
RenFest At Spring Haven Farm
Quail Hollow ARTWalk 2026
Fall FunFest
Elia Cecino: Paderewski Piano Festival
The Cocktail Classic
Chestnut Carnival
Film & Cinema
Film screenings, movie festivals, outdoor cinema, and film-related events.
Five Points Short Film Festival
Jewish Film Series: Hester Street
North Carolina Symphony - How to Train Your Dragon
How to Train Your Dragon
Indie Film Producing: Understanding Film Logistics
NCMA Movies at Moore Square: Wicked: For Good
North Carolina Symphony - How to Train Your Dragon
Jazz & Jive Night
Free Events
Free events happening across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill including community gatherings, live entertainment, public programs, and seasonal celebrations.
Walk Through the Seasons
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Optimist Park Community Center
TTRPG Game Night
The Jinx
Kidical Mass Family Bike Ride
Friday Freebies: Magnetic Mini Picture Frames
Friday the 13th Flash Tattoo Pop-Up at The Davie
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day with CureSearch Ultimate Hike!
Free Food Events
Events offering complimentary meals, tastings, and food giveaways in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Fundraisers & Benefits
Charity events, fundraisers, galas, and benefit performances.
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day with CureSearch Ultimate Hike!
Bunni-lates Fundraising Event for Triangle Rabbits
Hot Dogs with Heroes: Autism Awareness Event with Raleigh Fire
The Dolly Diamond Experience
Art Bash 2026: Tomorrow, Imagined
Pottery Painting and Kitty Cuddles
2026 Humble Heart Bazaar - Shopping for a Cause
Mulino’s Eighth Annual Turkey Ball
Hanukkah Celebrations
Discover Hanukkah celebrations across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill including menorah lightings, cultural programs, community gatherings, and family-friendly holiday events.
Light the Springs 2026
Downtown Cary Park Hanukkah Menorah Lighting 2026
Fenton Menorah Lighting
Artful Story Time: Happy Hanukkah!
Annual Menorah Lighting at Fenton
Menorah Lighting Morrisville 2026
Historic Events
Historic tours, reenactments, and heritage celebrations.
Audio Description Tour of Ancient Nubia
S’mores and Suds at New Hope Valley Railway
Jewish History Trolley Tour
An Archaeologist’s Face to Feet with King Taharqa
Espresso Reads - Reading Event with Coffee 2026
Member Monday: Ancient Nubia
Audio Description Tour of Ancient Nubia
Christmas Candle Tea at Raleigh Moravian Church 2026
Holiday Events
General holiday season events and celebrations.
SRIS Friendsgiving
Member Holiday Celebration 2026
Holiday Engine Workshop at Lowe's
Raleigh Holiday Tasting Pop Up and Coop Fair
Holiday Classics: Cocktail Experience at Good Day Good Night
Make A Gift: Open Clay Studio Session
Thanksgiving Flower Arranging Class
Mulino’s Eighth Annual Turkey Ball
Kwanzaa Celebrations
Discover Kwanzaa celebrations across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill including cultural programs, community gatherings, educational events, and family-friendly activities honoring African heritage and traditions.
Celebrate Kwanzaa at The Cary Theater
Kwanzaa Poetics
Celebrating Kwanzaa
LGBTQ+ Events
LGBTQ+ pride events, festivals, and community gatherings.
Sapphic Speed Dating at Blackbird Books & Coffee
A Drag Queen Christmas
Axé Rhythm and Dance Fest
Pride Flow with Brit Guerin
Shrek Drag Brunch
Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda
A Very Burton X-Mas! Drag & Burlesque Show
Earlybirds Club: 80s Night
Lunar New Year Events
Discover Lunar New Year celebrations across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill including cultural festivals, lion and dragon dances, community gatherings, and family-friendly events welcoming the new year.
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival
Multicultural Events
Multicultural festivals, cultural celebrations, and diversity events.
UniverSoul Circus
UniverSoul Circus
UniverSoul Circus
UniverSoul Circus
UniverSoul Circus
UniverSoul Circus
UniverSoul Circus
Black Trivia and Karaoke Game Night
Museum Programs & Exhibits
Exhibits, special programs, and featured events at museums in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Walk Through the Seasons
Jewish Film Series: Hester Street
Member Talk: The Peruzzi Altarpiece
Art Heist Dinner: Mystery of the Nile
Member Holiday Celebration 2026
Exhibit Opening: The Doctor is in
Still. Moving: LIGHT OF LIFE as Interpreted by Killian Manning
Notes on View: Paradox Opera
Nature & Outdoor Events
Outdoor experiences including park programs, guided hikes, environmental workshops, and seasonal activities in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Walk Through the Seasons
Accessible Nature Tour
Kidical Mass Family Bike Ride
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day with CureSearch Ultimate Hike!
Quail Hollow ARTWalk 2026
Fall FunFest
Foam Stamp Printing Workshop
Art of Science: Himmeli and Documenting Phenology
Nightlife
Nightlife events, parties, club nights, and late-night entertainment.
TTRPG Game Night
Radiator Hospital with NOUN
4th Annual Slimeball Awards
Art Heist Dinner: Mystery of the Nile
Member Holiday Celebration 2026
Friday the 13th Flash Tattoo Pop-Up at The Davie
Oort Patrol x Overton x Bellbox
Giles Corey with Kathryn Mohr and Val Acton Loper
Open House Events
Open house events for schools, camps, community centers, and local businesses throughout Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Fall Family Funday
Exhibit Opening: The Doctor is in
Hot Dogs with Heroes: Autism Awareness Event with Raleigh Fire
Forest Park Art Walk 2026
Come Home to South Creek
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Laurel Hills Community Center
Ladybug Creamery Grand Opening
Ninja Kidz Grand Opening at Ninja Kidz Action Park Raleigh
Raleigh Locals Guide
Events and experiences especially for local residents of Raleigh and the Triangle.
4th Annual Slimeball Awards
Holiday Classics: Cocktail Experience at Good Day Good Night
Plant Bingo and Swap Night
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Abbott's Creek Community Center
Mulino’s Eighth Annual Turkey Ball
Yarn Habit: Monthly Fiber Craft Meetup
Leanne Morgan: THE TIME OF OUR LIVES TOUR
Christmas Cocktail Experience at Good Day Good Night
Running & Races & Marathons Events
Running events including 5Ks, half marathons, full marathons, and themed races across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
The Stride
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day with CureSearch Ultimate Hike!
Turkey Leg 5K
Turkey Leg Run 5K
Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K
Turkey Trot 2026
Wildfire Ride
2026 Jingle Bell Run
Shopping Events
Shopping events, markets, pop-ups, and retail experiences.
Sunshine Harvest Market: A Raleigh Boutique Farmer's Market
Quail Hollow ARTWalk 2026
The GRL Market November
Camera Swap
Raleigh Holiday Tasting Pop Up and Coop Fair
Forest Park Art Walk 2026
Hartwell Farmer's Market
Christmas Shopping and Mahjong at Lily Mae's
Sports & Athletics
Athletic competitions, recreational leagues, sporting events, and clinics taking place across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
NC State Men's Basketball vs. Troy
Kidical Mass Family Bike Ride
North Carolina Tar Heels Mens Basketball vs. Georgia Bulldogs Mens Basketball
North Carolina State Wolfpack Mens Basketball vs. Troy Trojans Mens Basketball
North Carolina State Wolfpack Womens Volleyball vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Womens Volleyball
Duke Blue Devils Mens Basketball vs. SIU Edwardsville Cougars Mens Basketball
College Football: N.C. State Wolfpack vs. Syracuse Orange
NC State Watch Party: Wolfpack vs. Syracuse
Super Bowl Watch Parties
Find Super Bowl watch parties across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill including sports bars, restaurants, community gatherings, and family-friendly game day events.
NC State Watch Party - Wolfpack vs. Florida State
NC State Watch Party: Wolfpack vs. North Carolina
Team Building
Corporate team building activities and group experiences.
Kidical Mass Family Bike Ride
Plant Bingo and Swap Night at Norse Brewing Company
Skip the Small Talk Night at Atomic Clock Brewing
Plant Bingo and Swap Night
Pick Your Poison Pop-up Book Market
Cranksgiving: Raleigh's Annual Food Drive
Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K
The Hunger Games Trivia Night
Theater & Performing Arts
Stage productions, plays, and performing arts shows happening at venues across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Through Her Voice
Death Becomes Her (Touring)
Art Heist Dinner: Mystery of the Nile
Death Becomes Her (Touring)
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Indie Film Producing: Understanding Film Logistics
Still. Moving: LIGHT OF LIFE as Interpreted by Killian Manning
Death Becomes Her (Touring)
Tours
Guided tours, walking tours, and behind-the-scenes experiences.
Accessible Nature Tour
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Optimist Park Community Center
S’mores and Suds at New Hope Valley Railway
Audio Description Tour of Ancient Nubia
Come Home to South Creek
Jewish History Trolley Tour
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Laurel Hills Community Center
RaleighNC.gov Live Tour - Abbott's Creek Community Center
Wellness Events
Wellness events, yoga, meditation, health fairs, and self-care activities.
TTRPG Game Night
SRIS Friendsgiving
Infused Sound Bath
The Stride
Hot Dogs with Heroes: Autism Awareness Event with Raleigh Fire
Metal Yoga: Deftones Edition
Make A Gift: Open Clay Studio Session
Candle Pouring Workshop and Tarot Card Reading
Women’s History Month Events
Events celebrating Women’s History Month across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, including educational programs, community gatherings, and activities honoring the achievements and contributions of women