We’ve got your weekend lineup, Raleigh! Check out these local things to do to keep you busy this weekend!
Every week, we curate a list of local things to do in and around Raleigh. Our goal is to uplift local businesses and connect you with fun, community-driven experiences.
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4th Friday Connections at Dirty Dogs Spa 10/25
Kick off the weekend at 4th Friday Connections! Mix and mingle with fellow business professionals at Dirty Dogs Spa! 9:30am. 7490 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27613. More info.
Halloween Double Feature at Hartwell 10/25
Friday night is Hartwell’s double Halloween feature night! Hotel Transylvania begins at 5:30 followed by the original Beetlejuice at 7:30. Don’t forget to bring the fur babies for a pet costume contest with prizes for the winners. Bold Batch Creamery and The MOdega will be on site with some spooky specials!
10 Year Anniversary Party Retro Modern Furnishings 10/25
Retro Modern Furnishings is celebrating their 10th anniversary by hosting an art market and block party with Larry’s Coffee and Neuse River Brewing. The event is free to the public and includes arts/crafts for sale, door prizes, food, beverages and music! They’ll have 10 different artisan vendors:
Melsie Glass
J. Sanders Studio
Claire Ashby Metalsmith
Suijin Li Designer
Ware Ware Studio
S. Tector Metals
Hothouse Posey
Lilly & Remains
Mphimpressions
Janie Rd. Candle Co.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to Cerf+, an emergency relief fund for craft artists affected by Hurricane Helene. 1515 Gavin St. Raleigh, NC 27608. 3pm-7pm More info.
Live Music at Lucky Tree 10/25
Head to Lucky Tree for the release of Charlie Craichy’s first studio album, Hymns of the Underworld! Hear behind the scenes stories and enjoy a listening party with a live performance by Charlie. 7:30pm More info.
Witch Craft Weekend at Craft Habit 10/25-27
Craft Habit’s official Grand Opening weekend is coming up fast! Friday, October 25th – Sunday, October 27th is CHOCK FULL of curated experiences for crafty people. Friday and Sunday are ticketed events with crafts and cocktails and have limited seats available. Saturday is a family friendly event with crafts available a la carte. Costumes are encouraged! Please see each registration page for ALL the details.
Friday Class – Practical Magic
Midnight Margaritas and bewitching crafts! The evening’s agenda:
Midnight “Margaritas”
Tarot Card Readings
Lotion Potion Making
Terrarium Trinkets
Charm Necklace
Practical Magic
6pm-9pm $25/person More info.
Saturday – For the Little Goblins!
Collect your kiddos and join us for crafts and candy! Costumes are not required but are encouraged! Registration is free so please let them know you are coming by signing up! These crafts will be priced individually and range between $5 – $25 each. You can open a tab and add crafts as you go! Featured crafts:
Soap making with spooky charms
Pom Pom making
Buttons & Badges
Shrinky Dinks
Needle felting
Melty Beads
12pm-4pm More info. and FREE registration
Sunday Class – For the Gals & Ghouls! 21+
Brunch, spooky drinks, and not-so-scary crafts. The afternoon’s agenda:
EctoCooler Mimosas
Spooky noshes and sweets
Tarot Card Readings
Needle Felted Eyeballs
Ghastly Terrariums
Shrinky Dink Jewelry
12pm-3pm $35/person More info.
A Spooky Night With Franny Starlight at The Green Monkey 10/25
Join The Green Monkey for A Spooky Night with Franny Starlight! Enjoy live music and a drag cabaret show on Friday, October 25th at 7:30 PM. Participate in the costume contest for a chance to win first and second prizes! $10/person. Tickets and info.
Pop Up Music at North Hills 10/25
Enjoy a live performance from 22 Strings Duo in the Main District at North Hills. 6pm-9pm
Barks and Boos at Saving Grace 10/25
Come on out to the farm for some spooky fun just before Halloween. It is time for BARKS & BOOS!. Saving Grace Animals For Adoption can always use supplies to keep their furry guests happy and comfortable. Check out their list of supplies. 5pm-7pm
Yoga at Raleigh Brewing 10/26
Enjoy 45 minutes of yoga and 15 minus of conversation at Raleigh Brewing. 11am More info.
Pet Party at Unleashed City Market 10/26
Unleashed at City Market will be hosting their annual Howl-o-ween party on Saturday, October 26th. Featuring a FREE all-day treat buffet, pet costume contest from 12pm to 4pm (all pets that come in wearing a costume between those times can be entered), and extra spooky snacks and decorations! 329 Blake St. Raleigh, NC. More info.
Dix Park Movies On the Lawn 10/26
Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters!! The Raleigh skyline creates the perfect backdrop for enjoying a Halloween Double Feature on the outdoor big screen at Dix Park. Come in costume for a night of delights and frights with trick-or-treating, fire pit s’mores and spooky movies.
Event Schedule
6:00 pm – Halloween Activities, Food Trucks & S’mores
7:00 pm – Ghostbusters (1984, PG)
9:00 pm – The Ring (2002, PG-13)
This event is free. Your RSVP on Facebook helps Dix Park plan for the number of folks who plan to attend and you’ll receive event information and inclement weather alerts. RSVP here
Pet-a-Palooza at Lafayette Village 10/26
Grab your furry friends and head to Pet-a-Palooza at Lafayette Village. This free event will feature lovable, adoptable homeless animals from a local rescue. This animal-friendly festival will also feature vendors, treats, music, and food. 12pm-4pm More info.
USA Today Wine and Food Experience at Dix Park 10/26
Taste delicious dishes from acclaimed local chefs, rising stars, and culinary leaders at the USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience at Dix Park! Sip on premium wines, craft beers, and spirits from top mixologists and sommeliers. Savor the experience with live demonstrations and music. 1pm-4pm (Early Access 12:00 pm) Tickets and info.
Tricks & Treats at Saving Grace Supply Co. 10/26
Head to Saving Grace Supply Co. for some fun and shopping! They’ll have a canine costume contest, foster puppy snuggle station, and a gift with every $25+ purchase (while supplies last) 10am-3pm More info.
NCFC vs. Las Vegas Lights FC 10/26
Join the NCFC for an unforgettable night of soccer fun and excitement for Shield Awards Night, where they’ll celebrate the next generation of soccer superstars beginning their journey to greatness! 7pm Tickets
Fall Fest in Makers Alley 10/26
Drinks, pumpkin patch, pop-up vendors, music, sweet treats and more at Makers Alley in North Hills. 4pm-8pm More info.
Gabi’s Ghostly Gala 10/26
Get ready for a night of spooky fun, delectable delights, and fantastic entertainment at Gabi’s Ghostly Gala! The gala will be held on Saturday, October 26, at the Museum at Car Space in Raleigh.
Did you know that only 18% of adults with special abilities are hired when seeking employment? Together, we can change that statistic. For each $25,000 raised at the gala, they can offer full-time employment to one person with IDD. Don’t miss out on this spooktacular event! 6pm. Tickets and info.
Halloween Paw-ty at Unleashed Lake Boone 10/26
Get ready for a spooktacular costume contest, a FREE treat bar, and prizes for your pets at Unleashed Lake Boone! 10am-8pm More info.
Boos and Brews at North Hills 10/26
35 vendors, beer, pumpkin decorating, live music, family + pets Halloween costume parade, and more at North Hills. 8am-12pm More info.
Music for the Mountains at Red Hat Amp 10/27
In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Western North Carolina, Band Together and Lincoln Theatre, in partnership with WRAL, That Station, Red Hat Amphitheater and Coastal Credit Union, is proud to present Music for the Mountains, a benefit concert to raise funds for hurricane relief and disaster recovery. The concert will take place on Sunday, October 27th at Red Hat Amphitheater, bringing together artists, the community, and a live telethon for an evening of music and hope.
Hurricane Helene has left a lasting mark on the region, with homes destroyed, communities displaced, and critical infrastructure in disrepair. All proceeds from ticket sales will go directly to The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, providing essential resources to families and communities as they begin the long process of recovery and rebuilding.
Featuring Old Crow Medicine Show, Chatham County Line, BJ Barham from American Aquarium, Fancy Gap + more! Tickets and info.
Barks ‘n Brews at Raleigh Brewing 10/27
Enjoy BOOs, booze, pet vendors, and more at Raleigh Brewing’s Barks ‘N Brews! Benefiting Second Chance Pet Adoptions, this event is free to attend and open to four-legged friends! Make sure to dress up your pups to compete in the K9 Howl-o-ween costume contest for the chance to win prizes! Plus they’ll have cold beer, pet vendors, and dog trivia. 12pm-7pm More info.
Sunday Yoga at Trophy Maywood 10/27
Meet inside at Trophy Maywood or – if it’s warm and sunny – out back on the lawn for a 60-minute yoga flow! Bring your mat and any props you like to use. One drink ticket is included with your registration, so stick around after class to enjoy a Trophy pint or non-alcoholic beverage and relax with the crew. 11am More info.
Pop Up Music at North Hills 10/27
Enjoy a live performance from Mike Davis in Midtown Park at North Hills. 2pm-5pm
Student Made Pop Up at Hartwell 10/27
Hartwell is excited to welcome back the students of Student-Made NC State for a pop up market. Over 10 student makers and small business owners will be on site alongside The MOdega. 2pm-4pm More info.
Live Music
10/25 The Bright Light Social Hour at The Pour House 8pm Tickets
10/25 Cosmic Charlie at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
10/25 Quinn XCII at Red Hat Amphitheater 8pm Tickets
10/26-27 Jekyll & Hyde – Carolina Ballet at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts Tickets
10/26 Sons of Paradise w/ Lua FLora at The Pour House 7pm Tickets
10/26 QDR Birthday Boo Bash at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
10/26 Chase Atlantic at Red Hat Amphitheater 8pm Tickets
10/26-27 PAW Patrol Live! at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts Tickets
10/27 Rapsody at Lincoln Theatre 7:30pm Tickets
10/27 Daphne Eckman x Diet Lemon w/ Christian James at The Pour House 7pm Tickets
