Local Things To Do In Raleigh This Weekend – July 16, 2026

🎷 Smooth & Sexy Jazz at Element 7/16
Join Element Gastropub for an unforgettable evening of smooth and sexy jazz tailored for the 40+ crowd! The Jazz Xperiment will perform timeless jazz classics in a welcoming, vibrant atmosphere designed just for you. Element Gastropub 421 Fayetteville St. 8pm-10:30pm. More info.

🏖️ Beach Music at North Hills 7/16
Enjoy live music from Too Much Sylvia at Midtown Park at North Hills! Now in its 17th season, the Midtown Beach Music Series continues to be a local favorite. 6pm-9pm. Tickets and info. 

😂 Alaire Thomas at Goodnights Comedy Club 7/16
Check out Alaire Thomas at Goodnights Comedy Club! 401 Woodburn Rd. More info.

🐴 Pony Run at Ponysaurus Brewing 7/16
Join Ponysaurus every Thursday in front of the taproom for your choice of a 3- or 5-mile route, then reward yourself with a pint for the effort! Check-in starts at 6pm, with announcements and the run kicking off at 6:15pm. It’s totally free, and all paces are welcome! 6pm-8pm. 2221 Iron Works Dr. Suite 100. More info.

🛍 Summer Sidewalk Sale at North Hills 7/16-19
North Hills is hosting their annual Summer Sidewalk Sale July 16th through 19th! Shop the hottest sales of the season plus enter to win a $500 shopping spree! 4321 Lassiter at North Hills Ave. 10am-6pm. More info. 

😂 Charlie Flynn at Goodnights Comedy Club 7/16
Check out Charlie Flynn at Goodnights Comedy Club! 401 Woodburn Rd. More info. 

🍴 Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week 7/16-26
Dig in and discover the best of Downtown Raleigh during Restaurant Week! Locally owned favorites and new must-tries are serving up exclusive menus and mouthwatering specials, ranging from quick, delicious lunches to decadent 3-course feasts. With exciting new additions and longtime staples in the mix, there’s something to satisfy everyone. More info. 

🍿 Finding Nemo at Downtown Cary Park 7/17
Enjoy a screening of Finding Nemo (G)! Come early to enjoy pre-screening activities for all ages, making it a perfect night out for everyone. Grab your cushions, blankets, and chairs for ultimate comfort as you settle in to enjoy the film. Food trucks will be on site. 6pm-10pm. 327 S Academy St. Cary. More info. 

🛍️ Village District Annual Sidewalk Sale 7/17-19
Shop the most iconic sales at all of your favorite Village District stores Friday, July 17th-Sunday, July 19th! Friday + Saturday: 10am-6pm and Sunday: 12pm-6pm. 2068 Clark Ave. More info. 

🌻 Sensory-Friendly Sunflowers 7/17
Join Dix Park for a quiet evening at the Sunflower Field, an outdoor sensory-friendly event designed for individuals of all abilities and their families. Participants can enjoy hands-on activities inspired by nature while exploring at their own pace in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Event Highlights
Nature-inspired sensory stations
Sunflower-themed crafts and activities
Scavenger hunt through the field
Quiet/relaxation area for sensory breaks

Space is limited, registration is required. 6pm-7:30pm. More info.

🍷 World Cup Wine Competition at Seaboard Wine 7/17
Ready to test your taste buds and wine knowledge? Join Seaboard Wine anytime from 12pm-7pm on Friday July 17th for a unique wine tasting competition. They’ll be pouring a flight of six sparkling wines from six World Cup countries: USA, France, Spain, England, Argentina and Germany. Your challenge? Taste the wines and match them to their country of origin. The “judge” who matches the most wines to their country of origin will win a $25 Seaboard Wine gift certificate! Seaboard Wine at HighPark Village 1914 Bernard St. 12pm-7pm. More info.

😂 Pauly Shore at Goodnights Comedy Club 7/17-19
Check out Pauly Shore at Goodnights Comedy Club this weekend! 401 Woodburn Rd. More info. 

🪴 ExtravaGREENza Houseplant Sale at Logan’s 7/17-18
Plant lovers, this is the perfect chance to grow your indoor jungle while enjoying incredible savings at Logan’s Garden Shop.
🌱 Up to 75% OFF a huge selection of houseplants
🎉 Raffle Prizes – THREE exciting chances to WIN
Shop your houseplant favorites including:
🌸 African Violets
🌺 Orchids
🌿 Air Plants
🌵 Succulents
🪴 Snake Plants
🍃 Monsteras
🌳 Fiddle Leaf Figs
and so much more! Visit in-store and shop early for the best selection! 1208 Farmers Market Dr. More info.

🎶 Lindsey Stirling at Red Hat Amphitheater 7/17
Lindsey Stirling performs at Red Hat Amphitheater. 500 South McDowell St. More info.

🌼 Open Garden at Juniper Level Botanic Garden 7/17-19
During Open Garden & Nursery Days at Juniper Level Botanic Garden, visitors get rare access to explore stunning landscapes filled with unique, rare, and unusual plants from around the world. Wander through beautifully designed garden spaces, discover thousands of plant varieties, and shop directly from the nursery’s incredible selection of specialty plants. It’s the perfect chance to spend a relaxing day surrounded by incredible plants, get inspiration for your own garden, and maybe even take home something new to grow. 9am-5pm. 9241 Sauls Rd. More info. 

😂 Ian Lara at Goodnights Comedy Club 7/17-19
Check out Ian Lara at Goodnights Comedy Club this weekend! 401 Woodburn Rd. More info. 

🌷 Founder’s Day Sale at Homewood Nursery 7/18
It’s Homewood Nursery’s biggest sale of the year! Get 30% Off Everything* in stock including all plants, pottery, garden supplies, gifts, decor, and more! Enjoy free grilled hot dogs (11:30am-2pm), freeze pops, drinks, and popcorn while you shop. They’ll also have live music from 10am-2pm. (*excludes pine straw, services, and gift cards.) 10809 Honeycutt Rd. 9am-6pm. More info.

🐶 Pups & Pints at Raleigh Beer Garden 7/18
Join Blazin’ Trails Bottle Babies every third Saturday for Pups n’ Pints at Raleigh Beer Garden! They’re bringing a crew of adorable, adoptable puppies to one of Raleigh’s favorite spots for an afternoon full of good vibes, great beer, and puppy snuggles. Grab a pint, enjoy the patio, and meet puppies who are ready to charm their way straight into your heart. 2pm-4pm. 614 Glenwood Ave. More info.

🏴‍☠️ Pirates! A Boy At Sea at Burning Coal Theatre 7/18-19
Through battles, wacky pirates, hungry sharks, and magical encounters, this swashbuckling tale explores the resilience of a young heart searching for his place in the real and imaginary world. An absolute must-see for young audiences who love epic adventures, and parents looking to spark deep conversations about emotional healing. Burning Coal Theatre. 224 Polk St. More info.

🛍️ Cary Vintage NIGHT Market 7/18
The Cary Vintage Market is putting on one of its rare night markets this weekend! Spend an evening shopping all things vintage while enjoying live music, local food, drinks, sweet treats, and more. Hosted by South Line Brewing Company and Hummingbird Collective in the West End Biergarten, here’s what to expect: ⁠
✨ Women’s and men’s vintage clothing⁠
💎 Vintage jewelry and accessories⁠
📼 Vintage records & cassettes, housewares & trinkets⁠
🔗 Permanent jewelry from PERM’D
🍺 Craft beer, liquor drinks, wine and slushies (NA options available)⁠
☕️ Craft coffee cart from Botanist Bean Coffee + Plants
🍪 Mega stuffed cookies from Sprinkled With Love Cakery
🚚 Food truck⁠
✨ Live music from Ian McMahan
And more!⁠ Bring your friends and come see why vintage shopping is even better after sunset. This event is both family-friendly and dog-friendly! 4pm-9pm. 518 Old Apex Rd. Cary⁠. More info. 

🎨 Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda Event Co. 7/18
Unleash your creativity at this self-guided pottery painting workshop, perfect for all ages and skill levels. This self-paced session lets you create at your own speed, with the Cozy Panda Event Co. team on hand to offer guidance, tips, and a little artistic inspiration. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind, hand-painted masterpiece! The Backyard Bar will be serving delicious brews all afternoon. 2901 U.S. 64 W, Apex. 6:30pm-8pm. More info. 

🍴 Farm to Fork Kids Fest at Marbles 7/18
Marbles is transforming into a living, breathing farm-to-fork discovery zone. Explore hands-on activations and labs throughout the museum’s first floor and the Playway. Included with museum admission. Marbles Kids Museum 201 E Hargett St. 10am-2pm. More info.

🧑‍🌾 Apex Farmers Market 7/18
The Apex Farmers Market provides fresh, local homegrown organic and conventional fruits and vegetables, pastured and sustainably farmed chicken, beef and pork, fresh farm eggs, baked goods, honey, cheeses, jams and preserves, sauces, salsas, and other artisanal food products, along with a variety of crafts. 122 N Salem St 8am-12pm. More info.

👩‍🌾 Midtown Farmers’ Market at North Hills 7/18
Head to the Midtown Raleigh Farmers’ Market for a direct connection to 35+ local vendors featuring locally produced breads, desserts, produce, nuts, dairy, meats, crafts, and more. The market fosters a community atmosphere and delivers fresh foods from producers to your table. 4191 Main at North Hills St. 8am-12pm. More info. 

👩‍🌾 Cary Farmers Market 7/18
Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Find a wonderful lineup of vendors offering all locally made and locally grown items. Shop for freshly-harvested produce, humanely-raised meat, and artisan-made goods. Children can also get their very own Farmers Market Passport and participate in the Eat-A-Rainbow program, which encourages children to eat healthy, nutritious foods. 160 E. Park St., Cary. 8am-12pm. More info. 

🍦 Birthday Celebration at Two Roosters 7/19
Join Two Roosters on Sunday July 19th for their full menu + ice cream cupcakes! All six shops will sell individually packaged birthday cupcakes, made with a confetti cake base, a layer of Birthday Cake ice cream, and topped with buttercream icing and sprinkles. Available that Sunday only, while supplies last. More info. 

🎸 Time Out Of Mind – A Tribute to Bob Dylan at Lincoln Theatre 7/19
Don’t miss this All-Star Tribute to music legend Bob Dylan. Hosted by Rod Abernethy with performances by members of Arrogance, Ben Folds Five, Chatham County Line, The Connells, Johnny Folsom 4, The Fabulous Knobs, Fancy Gap and many more. Lincoln Theatre. Doors at 6:30pm. Show at 7:30pm. 126 E Cabarrus St. More info. 

🎨 Pottery Painting with Cozy Panda Event Co. 7/19
Unleash your creativity at this self-guided pottery painting workshop, perfect for all ages and skill levels. This self-paced session lets you create at your own speed, with the Cozy Panda Event Co. team on hand to offer guidance, tips, and a little artistic inspiration. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind, hand-painted masterpiece! Don’t forget that there will be a PANDA-THEMED drink special on the menu at Unhinged Coffee & Co.! 319 North First Ave. Knightdale. 2pm-3:30pm. More info.

🐕 Ice Cream Sunday Social at Unleashed 7/19
Unleashed’s FREE Ice Cream Sunday Socials for Pets are back! Every Sunday in July, stop by your local Unleashed and treat your pup to a FREE doggy ice cream! Whether they’re a first-time visitor, or a seasoned shopper, every pup deserves a sweet treat. So swing by, grab a cup for your pup, and make Sundays their new favorite day of the week! From 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM on July 19th & 26th. Find your location (Note: Crabtree & Streets at Southpoint are limited to service animals- all other locations welcome all pets! Mall stores will have to-go options). More info.

🧘‍♀️ Free Yoga in the Galleries at City of Raleigh Museum 7/19
Yoga in the Galleries is a free program designed to welcome participants of all ages and yoga backgrounds. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, this inclusive session provides a wonderful opportunity to unwind and reconnect with yourself in the peaceful ambiance of the museum. Bring your own mat, tools and water. Taught by Elizabeth Comtois, registered yoga teacher and founder of Embodied Yoga. 220 Fayetteville St. 2pm-3pm. More info.

🍹 Morgan Street Sessions 7/19
Designed to bring together great music, food, drinks, and community, Sessions features local and regional DJs performing curated sets in a relaxed daytime atmosphere. Enjoy feel-good house music, brunch cocktails, food from a variety of vendors, and an energetic outdoor experience on the patio at Morgan Street Food Hall. 411 W Morgan St. 12pm-4pm. More info. 

🖋️ Modern Calligraphy at Flour & Barrel 7/19
Join Sip & Script® for Modern Calligraphy fun at Flour & Barrel! Whether you’re a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, you’ll be introduced to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink in this workshop. They’ll go over all the basics and prepare you to add those unique lettered details to your snail mail, wedding paper goods, home decor, and more! Class includes 1.5 hours of instruction and demonstration, beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, black ink pot, 2 letter guides, tracing paper, and straight pen holder), and all materials to write on. Everything is yours to keep at the end of the workshop! 2pm-3:30pm. 400 W North St. More info. 

⚽ World Cup Final Watch Party 7/19
We’ll be showing every Team USA match as long as they continue advancing through the tournament, giving fans a place to rally behind the red, white, and blue throughout their World Cup run. And no matter who earns a spot in the championship, we’ll also host a World Cup Final Watch Party on Sunday, July 19. 200 Blount St. 3pm. More info. 

🎶 Summer Concert at Fred Fletcher Park 7/19
Grab a blanket or lawn chair and spend your Sunday evening at Fred Fletcher Park at a free outdoor concert. Local artists “Thelonius” will perform. 6pm. 805 Washington St. More info. 

⚽ The Soccer Social Watch Party at Downtown Cary Park 7/19
Watch the World Cup final on the Great Lawn Pavilion at Downtown Cary Park. 3:30pm-5pm. 327 S. Academy St. Cary. More info.

🎶 Live Music
7/16 Train at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek – Tickets
7/17 Keller Williams at Lincoln Theatre – Tickets
7/17 Phish at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek – Tickets
7/19 Vishal-Sheykhar – The Superhit Tour at Martin Marietta Center – Tickets