We’ve got your weekend lineup, Raleigh! Check out these local things to do to keep you busy this weekend!
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Thursday, August 27
✊ World Rock, Paper, Scissors Day Challenge at Two Roosters
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 2–9pm
Put your Rock, Paper, Scissors skills to the test at Two Roosters! Make a purchase, challenge a scooper and win the round to score 10% off your transaction.
📍 All locations
ℹ️ @tworoosters | More info.
🍷 Free Wine Tasting at Riparian Provision Company
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 5–7pm
Stop by Riparian Provision Company for its weekly free wine tasting and save 20% on bottles of the featured wines.
📍 1408 S. Saunders St.
🧶 Craft Nights at the Museum
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 5:30–8pm
Bring a craft project or create something with provided supplies during an after-hours night of making and meeting fellow crafters. August’s theme is embroidery.
📍 North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd.
ℹ️ @ncartmuseum | More info.
🎨 Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda at Trophy Brewing
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 6–7:30pm
Pick a ceramic piece and turn it into your own creation during a pottery painting session with Cozy Panda Event Co. at Trophy Brewing.
📍 656 Maywood Ave.
🏃 Pony Run at Ponysaurus Brewing
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 6–8pm
Choose a 3- or 5-mile route with the Ponysaurus Run Club, then reward the effort with a post-run pint. Check-in starts at 6pm, the run begins at 6:15pm and all paces are welcome.
📍 Ponysaurus Brewing at Raleigh Iron Works, 2221 Iron Works Dr., Suite 100
🎟️ Free
🎷 Jazz in the Square
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 6–8pm
Jasmine Best & The Jazz Xperiment take the stage for an evening of live jazz alongside local food, drinks and vendors including Red White Bubbly and Brew, Curry in a Hurry, Henry’s Hot Chicken, Oink ‘N Moo, Kupkake Fairy, Weaver Street Market, Needle and Thread and Lucky Tree.
📍 Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St.
🎟️ Free
ℹ️ More info.
🚶 Raleigh Stroll Club at Gussie’s
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 7pm
Raleigh Stroll Club heads to Gussie’s for a special Dad Club night featuring burgers, brews and a chance to connect with other local dads.
📍 Gussie’s, 927 W. Morgan St., Suite 116
😂 Shawn Gardini at Goodnights Comedy Club
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 7:30pm
Comedian Shawn Gardini takes the stage at Goodnights for a Thursday night of stand-up.
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd.
🎭 Once at Burning Coal Theatre Company
🗓 Aug. 13–30 | ⏰ Thu.–Sat. 7:30pm | Sun. 2pm
Catch the closing weekend of Once, following a heartbroken Dublin musician whose unexpected connection with a woman reignites his passion for music and changes both of their lives.
📍 Burning Coal Theatre Company, 224 Polk St.
🎟️ SOLD OUT — Call (919) 834-4001 to join the waitlist.
Friday, August 28
🍿 NCMA Outdoor Films at Moore Square
🗓 Aug. 28 | ⏰ 5:30–9pm
Godzilla takes over Moore Square with themed crafts, food trucks and an outdoor screening of Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992). The movie begins at approximately 7:15pm.
📍 Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St.
🎟️ Free
ℹ️ @ncartmuseum | More info.
🪩 Neon Nights Silent Disco
🗓 Aug. 28 | ⏰ 6–8pm
Light up downtown Apex at a glow-in-the-dark silent disco featuring wireless headphones and multiple live DJ channels to choose from.
📍 The Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N. Salem St., Apex
🎟️ $10 Apex residents | $25 nonresidents
ℹ️ More info.
🍷 National Red Wine Day at Seaboard Wine & Tasting Bar
🗓 Aug. 28 | ⏰ 6–8pm
Steve Morgan of The Sorting Table pours six red wines from France, Spain and the U.S., showcasing growers focused on sustainable, organic and biodynamic practices.
📍 Seaboard Wine & Tasting Bar, 1914 Bernard St.
🎟️ $29 includes six wines plus cheese and crackers.
ℹ️ @seaboard_wine | More info.
🎤 Open Mic Night at Zin Yoga & Wine
🗓 Aug. 28 | ⏰ 6:30–8:30pm
Performers of all experience levels can take the stage during Zin Yoga & Wine’s monthly Open Mic Night, hosted by Jeff Cosco.
📍 104 Rand Mill Rd., Garner
ℹ️ @zinyogawine | More info.
😂 Usama Siddiquee at Goodnights Comedy Club
🗓 Aug. 28–30 | ⏰ Fri. 7 & 9:15pm | Sat. 7 & 9:30pm | Sun. 7pm
Usama Siddiquee brings a full weekend of stand-up to Goodnights Comedy Club.
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd.
🎟️ SOLD OUT
🏁 NASCAR Capital Chevrolet 190
🗓 Aug. 28 | ⏰ 7–11pm
Friday night racing returns to Wake County Speedway for the rescheduled Capital Chevrolet 190, with the green flag scheduled for 8:30pm.
📍 Wake County Speedway
🎟️ $15–$18
ℹ️ @wcspeedway | More info.
😂 Dan Docimo at Goodnights Comedy Club
🗓 Aug. 28–30 | ⏰ Fri. 7:30 & 9:45pm | Sat. 7:30 & 10pm | Sun. 7:30pm
Dan Docimo settles in for a full weekend of stand-up shows in Goodnights’ Room 861.
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd.
🎭 Hairspray at Raleigh Little Theatre
🗓 Aug. 28–Sept. 20 | ⏰ Fri.–Sat. 7:30pm | Sun. 3pm
Big hair, big dreams and plenty of music hit the stage as Raleigh Little Theatre opens its regular performance run of the Broadway favorite Hairspray.
📍 Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue St.
ℹ️ @rlt1936 | More info.
😂 Paula Poundstone at The Rialto
🗓 Aug. 28 | ⏰ 8pm
Longtime comedian, author and panelist Paula Poundstone brings her quick wit and improvisational style to The Rialto.
📍 The Rialto, 1620 Glenwood Ave.
🎟️ $56.50–$91.50
ℹ️ the.rialto | More info.
Saturday, August 29
🏋️ Gold’s Gym Classic
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 8am–9pm
Bodybuilding takes center stage at the Raleigh Convention Center for an NPC National Qualifier and IFBB Pro League Mr. Olympia qualifier.
📍 Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S. Salisbury St.
ℹ️ @themecca_show | More info.
🧑🌾 Apex Farmers Market
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 8am–12pm
Shop fresh local produce, pastured meats, eggs, baked goods, honey, cheeses, sauces, artisan foods and handmade goods in downtown Apex.
📍 122 N. Salem St., Apex
👩🌾 Midtown Farmers’ Market at North Hills
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 8am–12pm
Shop directly from 35+ local vendors offering produce, breads, desserts, meats, dairy, crafts and more.
📍 4191 Main at North Hills St.
👩🌾 Cary Farmers Market
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 8am–12pm
Browse locally grown produce, humanely raised meats and artisan-made goods alongside Downtown Cary Park.
📍 160 E. Park St., Cary
🌽 Holly Springs 150th-Themed Farmers Market
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 8am–12pm
Holly Springs adds a historical twist to the farmers market with antique farm equipment, heritage games, historical displays, live music, special giveaways and raffles.
📍 300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs
ℹ️ More info.
📕 Book Fair for Grown Ups at The Studio
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 10:30am–3:30pm
Relive the excitement of the Scholastic Book Fair with curated used books, stationery and fancy pens, bookish gifts, local makers, vintage vendors, a ’90s-themed photo booth, treats and themed drinks.
📍 The Studio, 106 W. Chatham St., Apex
🌮 NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 11am–9pm
Bring an appetite to Triangle Town Center for a family-friendly food truck rodeo featuring 20+ local trucks, plus activities and covered seating.
📍 Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd.
ℹ️ More info.
🎉 The International Festival
🗓 Aug. 29–30 | ⏰ Sat. 11am–9pm | Sun. 11am–4pm
Travel around the world without leaving Raleigh through international performances, music, dance, food and cultural experiences representing communities from across the globe.
📍 Theatre Raleigh, 6638 Old Wake Forest Rd.
🎟️ Ticketed admission
ℹ️ @n.c.vibes | More info.
🛍️ The GRL Market at Waverly Place
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 11am–2pm
Shop women-owned businesses and local makers offering fashion, beauty products, home goods, art, candles, accessories, treats and more.
📍 Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary
🎟️ Free
ℹ️ @grlmarket | More info.
🛍️ NC Vintage Bazaar X
🗓 Aug. 29–30 | ⏰ 12–6pm daily
North Carolina’s largest vintage clothing event returns for its tenth and biggest edition yet, with 100 vintage vendors each day, plus food trucks, music and games.
📍 Jim Graham Building, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd.
🎟️ $10 single-day GA online | $15 at the door
🧑🎨 Teen Vendor Market at Dix Park
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 12–4pm
Support the next generation of local entrepreneurs as teen makers and artists sell their handmade products, art and other creations at Dix Park.
📍 Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park, 701 Palmer Dr.
ℹ️ More info.
📚 Crank Up the Reading Book Fair at Crank Arm Brewing
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 1–3:30pm
Pair books with brews at Crank Arm during an afternoon book fair featuring local authors, bookish vendors and plenty to browse.
📍 Crank Arm Brewing, 319 W. Davie St.
🎸 Hoot N’ Holler Market at Cannonball Music Hall
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 1–5pm
Browse a Y’allternative-style market filled with local artists, makers and creators at Cannonball Music Hall.
📍 Cannonball Music Hall, 2304 Atlantic Ave.
🛍️ Vintage & Artisan Market at Edit Beer Co.
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 2–6pm
Spend the afternoon browsing local vintage finds and handmade goods while grabbing a beer at Edit Beer Co.
📍 Edit Beer Co., 1911 Sego Ct., Suite 101
ℹ️ @editbeer | More info.
🍺 Hops for Hope Fundraiser at Clouds Brewing
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 5–9pm
Support Children’s Flight of Hope with raffle prizes, Mario Kart-themed games, live music and food trucks. Clouds will donate $1 from every beer purchased to the Hops for Hope fundraising effort.
📍 Clouds Brewing, 1233 Front St.
🎬 Rhythm & Reels: Ol’ Joey Scrums
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 7–9pm
Bring a chair or blanket to Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre for a free evening performance from Ol’ Joey Scrums as part of the Rhythm & Reels series.
📍 Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre, 2600 Evans Rd., Apex
🎟️ Free
ℹ️ More info.
🪩 End of Summer Prom at Wolfe & Porter
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 7pm–12am
Give prom another shot with a night of dancing, cocktails, hot dogs and a prom photo booth. A portion of sales will benefit The Prom Shoppe in Apex.
📍 Wolfe & Porter, Raleigh
💿 Can’t Feel My Face: 2010s Dance Party at The Ritz
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 7pm
Turn back the clock for a dance party packed with hits from the 2010s at The Ritz. This event is 18+.
📍 The Ritz, Raleigh
ℹ️ @ritzraleigh | More info.
Sunday, August 30
🚀 Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Launch Party
🗓 Aug. 30 | ⏰ 7–8:30am
Start Sunday with NASA as the NC Museum of Natural Sciences shows the planned launch of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope on the 40-foot Daily Planet screen. NASA Solar System Ambassadors will also be on hand.
📍 NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Nature Research Center, 121 W. Jones St.
🧘 Sunday Sculpt & Sip Yoga at Crooked Hammock Brewery
🗓 Aug. 30 | ⏰ 9–9:45am
Kick off Sunday morning with a Sculpt & Sip yoga session at Crooked Hammock Brewery.
📍 Crooked Hammock Brewery, 4501 Edwards Mill Rd.
🍹 Morgan Street Sessions
🗓 Aug. 30 | ⏰ 12–4pm
Spend Sunday afternoon with feel-good house music from local and regional DJs, brunch cocktails and plenty of food options on the patio at Morgan Street Food Hall.
📍 Morgan Street Food Hall, 411 W. Morgan St.
🎨 Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda at Southern Peak Brewery
🗓 Aug. 30 | ⏰ 1–2:30pm
Choose a ceramic piece and get creative during an afternoon pottery painting session with Cozy Panda Event Co. at Southern Peak Brewery.
📍 Southern Peak Brewery, 950 Windy Rd., Suite 100, Apex
🍷 Wine Seminar: Organic French Wine at Zin Yoga & Wine
🗓 Aug. 30 | ⏰ 2–4pm
Explore the Loire Valley through a hand-picked lineup of wines from small, family-run estates with Tyler Morgan of Authentique Vin.
📍 Zin Yoga & Wine, 104 Rand Mill Rd., Garner
ℹ️ @zinyogawine | More info.
Live Music
🎶 Eslabon Armado at The Ritz
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 7pm
Eslabon Armado brings the Amor Nocturno tour to Raleigh for a Thursday night show at The Ritz.
📍 The Ritz, Raleigh
ℹ️ @ritzraleigh | More info.
🎸 Ghalia Volt w/ Kent Burnside at Lincoln Theatre
🗓 Aug. 27 | ⏰ 7:30pm
Ghalia Volt brings her blues-rock sound to Lincoln Theatre with Kent Burnside.
📍 Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh
ℹ️ @lincoln919 | More info.
🎸 Blues Traveler/Gin Blossoms with Spin Doctors at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
🗓 Aug. 28 | ⏰ 6pm
Three hit-making bands share the bill as Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms head to Cary with Spin Doctors.
📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary
ℹ️ @booth_amp | More info.
🎹 Billy and the Jets at Lincoln Theatre
🗓 Aug. 28 | ⏰ 8pm
Sing along to favorites from Billy Joel and Elton John during this high-energy tribute show at Lincoln Theatre.
📍 Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh
ℹ️ @lincoln919 | More info.
🪕 Steep Canyon Rangers at Bowstring Brewyard
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 6pm
Grammy-winning North Carolina bluegrass favorites Steep Canyon Rangers take the stage at Bowstring Brewyard.
📍 Bowstring Brewyard, 1930 Wake Forest Rd.
🎻 Foscoe Philharmonic String Duo at Irregardless Cafe
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 6:30–9:30pm
Enjoy dinner with live music from the Foscoe Philharmonic String Duo at Irregardless Cafe.
📍 Irregardless Cafe, 901 W. Morgan St.
ℹ️ More info.
🎶 WAR with The Family Stone & The Ohio Players at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 7pm
Three legendary groups bring decades of funk, soul and R&B favorites to Koka Booth Amphitheatre.
📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary
ℹ️ @booth_amp | More info.
🎤 Chance the Rapper at Red Hat Amphitheater
🗓 Aug. 29 | ⏰ 8pm
Chance the Rapper takes over downtown Raleigh for a Saturday night performance at Red Hat Amphitheater.
📍 Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 S. McDowell St.
🎸 Anthem of the Sundays feat. Bring Out Yer Dead at Lincoln Theatre
🗓 Aug. 30 | ⏰ 6pm
Close out the weekend with Bring Out Yer Dead during Lincoln Theatre’s Anthem of the Sundays.
📍 Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh
ℹ️ @lincoln919 | More info.
