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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Beach Music at North Hills 5/8
Enjoy live music from The Soul Psychedelique Orchestra at North Hills! 6pm-9pm. Tickets and info.
MOMJong Intro To Mahjong at Bumble Brews Play Cafe 5/8
Grab your girlfriends and head to Bumble Brews Play Cafe for an intro to Mahjong. All supplies will be provided for use during the class, and the bar will be open for coffee, beer and wine! 6pm-8pm More info.
MANE 1-Year Celebration 5/9
Head to MANE Salon to celebrate their one-year anniversary! Celebrate with drinks, raffle baskets, swag bags, surprise pop-ups, an more! More info.
PIP’s Adoption Social At Hartwell 5/9
Join Hartwell for a perfectly imperfect night with some fabulous pups from Perfectly Imperfect Pups! Adoptable dogs will be there from 6-8pm. Come meet them and give them all of the love! Live music and dinner from Raleigh Tamales. Doors open at 5pm, music and dogs arriving at 6pm! More info.
Movie Night at Moore Square 5/9
Get ready for a night of food trucks, live music, games, local vendors, and a screening of “Tangled” at Moore Square!
Food Trucks & Market 5pm-9pm
Live Music 5:30pm-7pm
Free Outdoor Movie: Tangled (2010) 7:30pm. This is a FREE community event presented by Get 2 Know Raleigh and the Raleigh Parks team at Moore Square. More info. and free registration
NCFC vs. Orange County SC 5/9
Get your health on! Health screenings, fitness demonstrations, mental health resources, and healthy eats all while you enjoy a night out at First Horizon Stadium! Fit for the Pitch dedicates the night to healthy living and wellness in our community. Cheer on NCFC as they take on Orange County SC. 7pm Tickets
Trunkshow Estate Sales 5/9-10
Trunkshow is now offering estate sales, and their first one is PACKED with treasures you won’t want to miss! Sign-up sheet goes out Thursday, May 8 at 5pm. More info.
Pink Party at Seaboard Wine 5/9
It’s Seaboard Wine’s annual Rosé wine event! Sample their new vintages from around the world in a casual, walk around event with 10 wines and light snacks. Drop in anytime between 7:00pm-8:30pm and taste at your own pace. More info.
The Flourish Market Customer Appreciation Sale 5/9-11
The Flourish Market is back with their annual Customer Appreciation Sale! Set your alarms for 10am on Friday morning when all of the free gifts + secret online promotion code is revealed in your inbox. The free gifts last Friday – Sunday so make plans now to visit them online or in person at Raleigh Iron Works. More info.
Vintage Market Days at the State Fairgrounds 5/9-11
Vintage Market Days is an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more! Shop with 130 plus unique one of a kind vendors traveling from 12 different states! More info.
Gluten-Free Pop Up at Rebus Works 5/10
Freshly Baked By Meg is popping up at Rebus Works! Grab some treats for yourself and some treats for your mom! 9:30am-12:30pm More info.
Love You Mom, Market 5/5-10
Join Ella’s Popcorn and Bloom Works from May 5th to May 10th for the Love You, Mom Pop Up Market! They’re featuring some of their favorite mom owned businesses. Drop by from 9 am to 5 pm from Monday to Friday for delicious popcorn, local gifts and wines, flower arrangements, popcorn tasting, goodies, and more. Then grab your mom and visit them on Saturday, May 10th from 11 am to 4 pm for a party! More info.
NC Courage vs. Orlando Pride – Shield Night 5/10
It’s Shield Night as the NC Courage take on the Orlando Pride. Dedicated to rising soccer stars and NCFC Youth Shield recipients, Shield Night is especially fun for the kids and their families. Face painting, blow-ups, and a special halftime parade honor the NCFC Youth and the youth soccer community. 7:30pm Tickets
Maifest at Trophy Maywood 5/10
Head to Trophy Maywood for Maifest! They’ll have local vendors from Pop Up Raleigh, oysters from Locals Seafood, music from The Little German Band, German fare from Pinewurst and Let’s Eat, kids zone, and more! 12pm-5pm More info.
The Cary Vintage Market 5/10
The warm weather is here and so are spring and summer items at the Cary Vintage Market! Hosted by Vicious Fishes Brewery, South Line Brewing Company & Hummingbird Collective in the West End Biergarten, this family-friendly market features:
Women’s and Men’s Vintage Clothing
Vintage Shoes and Accessories
Vintage records and cassettes
Vintage houseware and trinkets
Permanent jewelry from Timeless Treasures
Speciality baked goods from Sprinkled With Love Cakery
Craft beer, liquor drinks, wine and slushies (nonalcoholic and alcoholic options available)
Food trucks
Live Music…and more!! This event is dog-friendly! Grab a beer, or a bite to eat from a local food truck, as you shop in a market like no other! 510 Old Apex Rd. Cary, NC. 12pm-5pm More info.
Canes vs. Capitals 5/10
The Canes take on the Capitals in the second round of the playoffs. Check out local food options from The BBQ Labs (Section 105 and 120), Tombachi (Section 204), and Two Roosters (Section 116 and 325) at Lenovo Center.
Mother’s Day Market at Videri 5/10
Celebrate the women in your life this Mother’s Day at Videri’s Mother’s Day Market! From permanent jewelry and handmade ceramics to lovely floral arrangements, house plants from Copperline Plant Co., craft beer, and of course, delectable chocolate treats, there’s something for everyone. 10am-1pm More info.
Schoolhouse Rock Live! at Raleigh Little Theatre 5/10-11
Raleigh Little Theatre (RLT) invites audiences of all ages to head back to class – musical style – with its production of Schoolhouse Rock Live! Running weekends May 3-11 in RLT’s outdoor amphitheatre, this high-energy musical brings the classic Saturday morning cartoon series to life. A sensory-friendly performance will take place on Saturday, May 10, at 1:00 p.m., and audio description for those with visual disabilities will be provided during the Sunday, May 11, performance at 3:00 p.m. Get your tickets online, by phone at 919-821-3111, or in person at the RLT box office. Tickets and info.
Mama Knows Best Market at Hartwell 5/10
Head to Hartwell on Saturday for their Mama Knows Best Market – a celebration of cool moms, mother figures, and anyone who deserves a donut and a flash tattoo.
Raleigh Tamales
The Jolly Sandwich Truck
The Darling Donut Boutique
Live music by The Particle Accelerators
Fresh flowers
Flash tattoos
Local vendors and more! 12pm-4pm More info.
Sola Mother’s Day Market 5/10
Sip, stroll, and shop local with more than 40 vendors at Sola Coffee. 9am-2pm More info.
The Market at RIW – Triangle Pop Up 5/10
Explore an incredible lineup of artists and makers, enjoy live music, and shop unique handmade finds while supporting the local community at Raleigh Iron Works. More info.
Mother’s Day Festival in Moore Square 5/10
Live music and entertainment, food trucks, desserts, local vendors, face painting, fun games and prizes, and more from NC Vibes. 11am-7pm More info.
Fall Back Vintage Market 5/11
Explore tons of local vintage vendors, food trucks, brews, and more at the Fall Back Vintage Market at R&D Brewing. 11am-5pm More info.
Raleigh Underground Market at North Hills 5/11
Shop 50+ local vendors, live music, food trucks, workshops and more from The MAKRS Society. Midtown Park in North Hills. 4011 Cardinal at North Hills St. 11am-3pm. More info.
Mother’s Day Market at Cobblestone Village 5/11
Join Community Pop Ups for the Second Sundays Market at Cobblestone! Discover a vibrant selection of local vendors, enjoy live music, and bring the whole family. Pets friendly. Free to attend! 12pm-4pm. More info.
Queens Pickleball Tournament at Pin Point 5/11
Grab your mom and hit the court for an unforgettable day of dinks, drives, and domination at Pin Point! 2-player teams, all skill levels welcome, cash prizes up for grabs. Only 16 teams — will you be the Mother’s Day Champs? 1pm-6pm More info.
Live Music
5/8 Pony Bradshaw w/ Will Overman at Lincoln Theatre – Tickets
5/8 The Toasters with Matamoska, Sound System Seven at The Pour House – Tickets
5/9 Brent Cobb at Lincoln Theatre – Tickets
5/9 Holy Roller with Shagwüf at The Pour House – Tickets
5/9 Stravinsky: The Firebird – NC Symphony at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts – Tickets
5/10 Health w/ Authors & Punisher at Lincoln Theatre – Tickets
5/10 Nirvani: A Nirvana Tribute Experience at The Pour House – Tickets
5/10 Stravinsky: The Firebird – NC Symphony at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts – Tickets
5/11 Nattali Rize with Ashley Larue (solo) at The Pour House – Tickets
