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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🩰 Carolina Ballet: The Seven Deadly Sins 10/16-19
Carolina Ballet presents “The Seven Deadly Sins” – a bold new ballet set within the eerie corridors of a prep school during Halloween. With the haunting choreography and original score by acclaimed composer Aaron Severini, performed live, each sin—Pride, Envy, Wrath, Sloth, Greed, Gluttony, and Lust—comes to life. Drawing on 90’s teen angst, Mean Girls scheming, and Wednesday’s dark charm, The Seven Deadly Sins turns ambition, rivalry, and temptation into irresistible drama.
Performances
Thurs. 10/16 – 7:30pm
Fri. 10/17 – 7:30pm
Sat. 10/18 – 2pm
Sat. 10/18 – 7:30pm
Sun. 10/19 – 2pm
Sat. 10/25 – 2pm
Sat. 10/25 – 7:30pm
Sun. 10/26 – 2pm
Sat. 11/1 – 2pm
Sat. 11/1 – 7:30pm
Sun. 11/2 – 2pm
Support local arts and experience something sinfully beautiful this spooky season. For the best rates, contact the box office (919) 719-0900 or boxoffice@carolinaballet.com. More info.
🎡 NC State Fair 10/16-26
Enjoy food and fun for the whole family. More info.
🧙♀️ Hocus Pocus at Village District 10/16
Watch Hocus Pocus on the patio at the Village District. 7pm. More info.
🍫 Chocolate and Bourbon Tasting at The Chocolate Boutique 10/16
Take part in a curated tasting experience, plus take home a 3-piece truffle gift box at The Chocolate Boutique in Lafayette Village. Event includes a flight of four local & premium Bourbons expertly paired with Belgian Chocolate Truffles. Reserve your spot today! $59.99/person 8480 Honeycutt Rd. Suite 100. More info.
🎭 “Once” at Burning Coal Theatre Co. 10/16-26
Enjoy a performance of “Once,” a modern musical about a young immigrant woman who loves music and believes it can be the key to a better life for her and her child, and the Dublin street musician who falls hard for her. More info.
😂 Oak City Comedy Festival at Goodnights 10/16-19
Check out a mix of comedians from around the country at Goodnights Comedy Club this weekend! More info.
🎃 Glow Crazy Night Market 10/17
Get ready to GLOW with Cozy Panda Event Co + Southern Village! They’re lighting up the night with thrills, treats and spooky-season vibes for everyone. 20+ Amazing Local Vendors, Glow Game Zone, Live Music, On-Site Pottery Painting with Glow Paint, Face Painting, Adorable Animal Encounters, Glow Cave for Kids, and more. Costumes encouraged – Grab your friends, family, or come solo and shine bright! Southern Village Shopping Center in Chapel Hill. 5:30pm – 9:30pm. More info.
🌜 Cary Night Market Boozilla 10/17
Local vendors, puppy parade, pet costume contest, food trucks, live music, and more spooky fun from The Night Market Co. Costumes encouraged! 327 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511-3304. 5pm-9pm More info.
🐦 Live Music In Birdie’s Backyard 10/17
Enjoy free live music on the patio at Birdie’s. Don’t miss Ben Youngblood, a seasoned Raleigh-based guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer with nearly 20 years of experience lighting up stages across the country. A perfect blend of groove and soul to launch your weekend! 5pm-8pm. More info.
🛍️ EverythingELSE Sale 10/17-26
Check out the EverythingELSE Consignment Sale Event where you can shop prices 50-90% off retail for 2 weekends only just for you, your spouse, your teens, and your home! October 17-26. South Hills Mall, 1213 Buck Jones Rd. More info.
🧑🌾 Midtown Farmers’ Market at North Hills 10/18
Get ready for an abundance of fresh veggies, award-winning baked goods, freshly ground coffee, and much more at North Hills. 8am-12pm. More info.
🎸 Mighty Giveback at Lincoln Theatre 10/18
Band Together and United Way Greater Triangle are back for the second year of supporting mental health at the 2025 Mighty Giveback benefit concert—proving that live music and community can spark real change. Check out Gov’t Mule w/ Edwin McCain at Lincoln Theatre’s outdoor stage for Band Together. 5pm. Tickets and info.
👻 Tricks and Treats Saving Grace 10/18
Join Saving Grace Supply Co. for the ‘Tricks & Treats’ Pawty! Bring your pup and shop locally made gifts, amazing pet products, and SG swag! The doggo treat bar will be fully stocked with spooky treats and they’ll have some treats for the humans too.
– Spooky Scavenger Hunt – find at least 7 spooky photos around the store and outside seating area to win a prize!
– Festive photo ops
– Saving Grace foster puppies to snuggle
– Chance to win a spooky raffle basket- tickets are $10 each (winner will be chosen at the end of the party and contacted via email if not present.)
Saving Grace Supply Co. is located at 4016 Durham Road, Raleigh. 10am-3pm. More info.
🗺 Downtown Raleigh Treasure Hunt at Sir Walter Coffee 10/18
Use your treasure map to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes on this unique walking scavenger hunt through Downtown Raleigh! Sir Walter Coffee. 145 East Davie St. More info.
🎷 Time Warp 2025 10/18
Step back in time and experience the glitz, glam, and jazz of the Roaring Twenties at the City of Raleigh Museum. They’re turning the clock back at this 1920s-Themed Party featuring live music from Sidecar Social Club, cuisine from The Big Easy, cocktails, a silent auction, and more! Dress to impress in your best flapper fringe or dapper pinstripes — it’s time to channel your inner Gatsby or Daisy and party like it’s 1925! 7pm-11pm. More info.
🎸 Rock ‘n Brew at Lafayette Village 10/18
Get ready to rock out and unwind at the ultimate Rock ‘n Brew Bash hosted at Lafayette Village! This electrifying event is perfect for music lovers and craft beer enthusiasts alike. Enjoy family-friendly activities, games, and more while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of the shopping center. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of music, beer, and community. 8450 Honeycutt Rd. 1pm-5pm. More info.
🍷 North Hills Wine Walk 10/18
Put on your pink and sample wines (or brews!) as you sip and shop to support the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. North Hills. 3pm-6pm. More info.
🧑🌾 Farmers Market at Downtown Cary Park 10/18
Shop for freshly-harvested produce, humanely-raised meat, and artisan-made goods at Downtown Cary Park. 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. 8am-12pm. More info.
🍷 Raleigh International Wine and Beer Festival 10/18
Sip and savor wine, craft beers, and more in downtown Raleigh. 12pm-8pm More info.
🛍 Seaboard Spooktacular Market 10/18
Join Community Pop-Ups NC for the Seaboard Station Community Market! Shop from some amazing local small businesses, enjoy live music, check out the kids zone, and more! It’s free to attend, family and pet-friendly. 9am-1pm More info.
🍻 OkTrophyFest + Pop-Up Raleigh 10/18
Celebrate local beer and German vibes at Oktrophyfest this Saturday!🍺
🪗 Live music from Lttle German Band 12pm-8pm
🌭 German food
🦪 Oysters Bar by Mera Brothers Oysters
🍻 World’s Largest Underberg Toast
🏰 Kids Zone with inflatables
🛍️ Local vendors and artisans 12pm-6pm
Free to attend! Grab your lederhosen and get ready for a trophy-worthy Oktoberfest celebration! 656 Maywood Ave. 12pm-5pm More info.
⚽️ NCFC vs. Rhode Island FC 10/18
It’s Fan Appreciation Night! As a thank you, fans will receive a $10 merch voucher and all merch at the stadium is 40% off! Wear your red and cheer on NCFC as they take on Rhode Island FC. 7pm Tickets
🎸 CaryLIVE!: TAE & The Neighborly at Downtown Cary Park 10/18
The last CaryLIVE! of the season will deliver soulful and powerful moments as TAE & The Neighborly take the stage at Downtown Cary Park. Tae & The Neighborly are a Wisconsin based Soul-pop R&B group. This concert series is free. Be sure to bring a chair or blanket for a comfortable viewing experience. 7:30pm-9:30pm. More info.
🍿 Sunday Scaries at Hartwell 10/19
Catch a scary screening of Halloween at Hartwell. 3pm
🪦 Cemetarium Workshop at Urban Pothos 10/19
In this hauntingly fun workshop from Urban Pothos, you’ll create your very own Cemetarium—a spooky terrarium filled with eerie plants, mossy textures, and bone-chilling details. Think tiny tombstones, creeping vines, ghostly vibes, and a touch of the macabre… all tucked into a glassy little graveyard you build yourself. 5pm. More info.
🍴 Soul Food Sunday at Lornett’s Southern Kitchen 10/19
Join Lornett’s Southern Kitchen for their first Soul Food Sunday. Enjoy your choice of two entrees and two sides, served with your choice of bread, slice of cake, and fresh brewed tea $25. (Food Truck only) Order via their new app or in person. 12pm-4:30pm. 2635 S Saunders St. More info.
👻 The Witching Hour Retro Halloween Market 10/19
Beware…you’re in for the spookiest (and coolest) Halloween market in the triangle. The Witching Hour Halloween Market celebrates retro and vintage Halloween aesthetics, along with cozy fall farm vibes. Shop from 50 local spooky artists and makers, enjoy all kinds of drinks and local gifts at the Haven Shoppe, pet some cute goats, trick or treat with our vendors, and wear your most favorite Halloween costume. Free and open to Halloween lovers of all ages! More details to come. More info.
🗺 Downtown Raleigh Kids Bricks & Minifigs Treasure Hunt 10/19
Meet at Bricks & Minifigs (206 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601) and then depart with their treasure map on a walking team scavenger hunt where they will use their minds and feet to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and unlock the treasure chest for a grand prize! Puzzles are geared toward kids ages 12 and under with some parental help. The scavenger hunt portion is perfect to complete as a family. Each ticketed team member (kids and adults) will receive a free LEGO minifig at the completion of the hunt! 2pm. More info.
Live Shows
10/16 Ace Monroe with The Pseudo Cowboys, DÅZR at The Pour House – Tickets
10/17 B93.9’s Rising Stars at Lincoln Theatre – Tickets
10/17 KAL-EL with INSOMNIAC, Crystal Spiders, Lie Heavy at The Pour House – Tickets
10/17 Tedeschi Trucks Band w/ Little Feat at Red Hat Amphitheater – Tickets
10/18 Peanuts Listening Party at The Pour House – Tickets
10/18 Seether & Daughtry at Red Hat Amphitheater – Tickets
10/18 Promiscuous: A 2000s Club Bangers Throwbacks Party at The Pour House – Tickets
10/19 Flying High Again (Ozzy Osborne tribute) w/ Black Orchid (Black Sabbath tribute) at Lincoln Theatre – Tickets
10/19 The Snozzberries X Sqwerv at The Pour House – Tickets
