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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DC Curry at Goodnights Comedy Club 1/10-12
Check out DC Curry at Goodnights Comedy Club! Don “DC” Curry is a certified comedy heavyweight best known for his role as the hilarious “Uncle Elroy” in “Next Friday” and “Friday After Next.” A master of comedic timing and delivery, Curry has also delivered huge laughs on BET’s “Comic View” and HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam.” Tickets
Hartwell Fridays 1/10
Shop new vendors, enjoy live music by Brodie Cormack Band and great food from Lao Lao Food Truck at Hartwell. 5pm-9pm More info.
Downtown Raleigh Home Show 1/10-12
Hundreds of top experts will be on hand for three days filled with the latest products and services, as well as advice for homeowners. Shop for home-related products and services, connect with industry experts, and enjoy presentations from renowned home professionals. Stop by and see Shop Local Raleigh members Oak City Customs, 621 Productions, Odyssey Contracting, Kulture Designed Co., and more! More info.
Last Weekend of NC Chinese Lantern Festival
Enjoy 50+ larger-than-life lantern displays, nightly performances, and more at the NC Chinese Lantern Festival. More info.
Stuff The Bag Sale at Koket Boutique 1/10-12
Join Koket Boutique for a 3-day event you don’t want to miss. Buy a bag for $10 and everything you can fit inside is 50% off!(some exclusions apply). 100% of the proceeds of the bag fee goes to the Food Bank of North Carolina and they will match it. Overstuff the bag? No worries! You can buy another bag and all bag fees go right back to support the Food Bank of North Carolina. Don’t miss out or you’ll have to wait till late 2025 to take advantage of their biggest semi-annual sale! The event starts Friday, January 10th at 11am, Saturday, January 11th 11-3pm, and Sunday, January 12th 12-4pm. More info.
Canes vs. Vancouver 1/10
Watch the Canes face off against Vancouver. Check out local food options from The BBQ Lab, Gonza Tacos, and Two Roosters. 7pm Tickets
Stuff The Bag Sale at Little Details Boutique 1/10-11
The 8th annual Stuff The Bag Sale is THIS weekend at Little Details Boutique! Purchase a bag for $10 and everything you can fit inside the bag is 50% OFF. Purchase and fill as many bags as you’d like. 100% of the bag fee will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Triangle! This sale is IN STORE only! ALL SALES ARE FINAL (no returns or exchanges) More info.
Umbrella Dry Bar Free Tasting Series 1/11
Explore the world of mindful drinking with weekly tastings at Umbrella Dry Bar’s bottle shop located within the Self Care Marketplace. They have the *largest selection* of non-alcoholic beverages in the Triangle (and perhaps NC), perfect for anyone exploring Dry January or simply looking for more mindful drinking options.
Week 2: Fan Favorites Revisited – Rediscover their most popular non-alcoholic spirits and explore new ways to enjoy them.
Week 3: Rasasvada – Dive deep into the world of Indian-inspired non-alcoholic beverages with Rasasvada.
Week 4: Sacred Cacao – Experience the ritual of cacao and explore its unique benefits.
Mark your calendars and join Umbrella Dry Bar for delicious discoveries! 12 West Martin St. Raleigh, NC. 11am-1pm FREE Registration
Girl Power Karaoke at Raleigh Brewing 1/11
Sing your heart out to timeless hits from female artists who inspire us all at Girl Power Karaoke Night at Raleigh Brewing. 7pm More info.
GLOW Under the Silver Moon Parade 1/11
Delight in artful handmade paper lantern creations as you parade through Downtown Cary Park on Saturday, January 11! They’ll kick off GLOW by gathering on Frantz Square Lawn at 6 p.m., and start the parade of lights ‘Under the Silver Moon’ at 6:15 p.m. The parade will be followed by music and performances featuring Bulltown Strutters, One Tribe Rhythms, and Caroleeena’s Circle of Joy. Food trucks will be on-site for dining options! No pets, fire, or candle-lit lanterns in the parade please! More info.
Canes vs. Anaheim 1/12
Watch the Canes face off against Anaheim on Eric Staal Jersey Retirement Night. Check out local food options from The BBQ Lab, Gonza Tacos, and Two Roosters. 5pm Tickets
Sunday Yoga at Compass Rose Brewery 1/12
Enjoy yoga for all skill levels and stick around for mimosas at Compass Rose Brewery. 11am–12pm More info.
Trivia at KōMANA Brewing 1/12
Enjoy 6 rounds of Award-Winning Trivia at KōMANA Brewing. 6pm More info.
The Rink at Red Hat Amphitheater
A natural ice skating rink, lounging stations with heat warmers and fire pits, games, photo opportunities, and more at Red Hat Amphitheater. In addition to their normal time slots, The Rink is hosting a Sensory Friendly Session on 1/12 at 12pm! These sessions are open to everyone and thoughtfully designed with sensory inclusion in mind: low-volume instrumental music, no blinking or flashing lights, a designated quiet room for breaks, sensory bags from KultureCity (first come, first served). Tickets and info.
Live Music
1/10 Po’ Ramblin’ Boys at Fletcher Opera Theater at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 7:30pm Tickets
1/10 Dead Letter Office (tribute to R.E.M.) at The Pour House 8pm Tickets
1/10 Tell Me Lies (Fleetwood Mac tribute) & The Petty Thieves (Tom Petty tribute) at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
1/10-11 Dvorák Violin Concerto – NC Symphony at Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 8pm Tickets
1/11 Fust w/ H.C. McEntire at The Pour House 8pm Tickets
1/11 Grunge Fest feat. Joe Hero (Foo Fighters & Nirvana) Deep 6 (Pearl Jam) Adhesive (STP) at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
1/12 Subliminal Doubt (No Doubt/Gwen Stefani tribute) Heart of Glass (Blondie tribute) at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
1/12 FatMouth with Nathan Harris and The Flood, Triple Wide at The Pour House 7pm Tickets
