Local Things To Do In Raleigh This Weekend – September 20, 2024

Local Things To Do In Raleigh

We’ve got your weekend lineup, Raleigh! Check out these local things to do to keep you busy this weekend!

Sunday is the first day of fall! There are plenty of local things to do to kick off the season. From pop-up markets to the final Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo of the year, there’s something fun for everyone.

Pop Up Music at North Hills 9/20
Enjoy a live performance from Grace Lucia Lee in the Main District at North Hills. 6pm-9pm

Maple Mania at Logan’s Garden Shop 9/20-21
Fresh-from-the-farm Maples at 30-50% off at Logan’s Garden Shop! More info.

Holistic Healing Sound Bath at Pro Power Yoga 9/20
Experience profound relaxation as the resonant frequencies of sound healing baths soothe your mind, release tension, and reduce stress, promoting a state of serene tranquility. $35/person at Pro Power Yoga. 6:30pm. Tickets and Info.

Tutored Wine Experience with Taylor’s Wine Shop 9/20
Taylor’s Wine Shop is throwing a tutored tasting of wines from eight different wineries, all made by Thomas Rivers Brown (TRB). TRB is one of Napa and Sonoma’s most highly sought after winemakers, with over thirty 100 Point wines under his belt. This will be a seated event, limited to 40 people. $140/person. 6:30pm. More info. And Tickets

The Night Market at Downtown Cary Park 9/20
Join The Night Market at Downtown Cary Park for a fun night of local handmade artists, food trucks, games on the lawn, entertainment, and more! Friendly dogs are welcome on leash. 327 S. Academy St. 5pm-9pm More info.

Educator Celebration at Quail Ridge Books 9/20
The annual Educator Celebration will take place at Quail Ridge Books on Friday, September 20! From 4:00pm to 8:00pm, K-12 educators can stop by and enjoy free snacks & beverages, swag bags, an exclusive coupon and discount, and more. More info. and RSVP

Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo 9/21
It’s the final Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo of the year! Enjoy over 50 food trucks, beverages, and fun in downtown Raleigh! 12pm-6pm More info.

Midtown Music Fest 9/21
Enjoy a day of live music, food trucks, festival vendors, beverage tents, and more at the Midtown Music Fest at North Hills!

Music Line Up:
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM: Sheesh
4:35 PM – 5:35 PM: Four Founders
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Riggsbee Road
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM: The Breakfast Club
Official MC: DJ Stuart McLamb

Food Trucks
Mr. C’s Funnel Cakes
Boss Burger
Hot Chix Hotcakes and Chicken
Charlie’s Kabobs
BBQ Lab
Umbrella Dry Bar
Bobastic
3pm-9pm Midtown Park More info.

Pop-Up Raleigh at Trophy Maywood 9/21
Head to Pop-Up Raleigh and enjoy food trucks, beers, and over 40 local vendors at Trophy on Maywood. 12pm-5pm More info.

Band Together at Red Hat Amphitheater 9/21
Check out Black Pumas, Cory Wong, and more at Red Hat Amphitheater! Help Band Together raise over $1 million for mental health in the Triangle! 5pm More info. And Tickets

Chance’s Flea at Rebus Works 9/21-22
Check out local vendors, vintage, art, music, food and drinks, crafts, and more at Chance’s Flea at Rebus Works. Saturday and Sunday from 10am-1pm More info.

NCFC Luchadores Night vs. Indy Eleven 9/21
Experience the excitement of Latin culture with North Carolina FC’s Luchadores Night! Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with colorful masks, high-flying action, and fierce competition on and off the field. This is a night you won’t want to miss! 7:30pm Tickets

Festa Italiana NC in Apex 9/21
Festa Italiana North Carolina celebrates Italian culture and heritage in the Triangle while providing financial support to local charities. Enjoy food trucks, a kids zone, beer, Italian food vendors, entertainment, and more! Hunter Street and Town Hall Courtyard in Apex. 11am-7pm More info.

Saving Grace Hiking Program 9/21
Need some morning exercise and want to give a shelter dog a field trip? You have your option of a 2.6- or 4-mile hike on the NC Trails with the Saving Grace Hiking Team right down the road from the farm. They are now open to the community for anyone that wants to join us! More info.

Autumn Market at Hartwell 9/22
Check out 40+ local makers, Lao Lao Food Truck, live music, seasonal treats, and more at Hartwell! 620 West South Street. 2pm-6pm More info.

Microgreen Workshop at Sweet Peas Urban Gardens 9/22
Learn all about the wonders of microgreens from Sweet Peas Urban Gardens. Discover the secrets to growing these nutrient-packed powerhouses right in your own home. Owner and microgreen expert Tami Purdue will guide you through the process of planting and caring for your own tray of microgreens.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a complete novice, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to add a fresh and healthy touch to their meals! $25/person. Info. and Tickets

Sunday Yoga at Trophy Maywood 9/22
Sunday Yoga at Trophy Brewing’s Maywood location. Meet inside the brewery or – if it’s warm and sunny – out back on the lawn for a 60-minute yoga flow! This class is great for all experience levels – beginners welcome! Bring your mat and any props you like to use. One drink ticket is included with your registration, so stick around after class to enjoy a Trophy pint or non-alcoholic beverage and relax with the crew. 11am More info.

Candle Making at Copperline Plant Co. 9/22
Learn how to make your own signature scent from USU Company Candles at Copperline Plant Co. $45/person. 3pm-5pm More info. and tickets

Pop Up Music at North Hills 9/22
Enjoy a live performance from Proton Jones in Midtown Park at North Hills. 2pm-5pm

Sunday Yoga at Riparian Provision Co. 9/22
Enjoy yoga at Riparian Provision Co. $15/person and includes a beverage at the end of class. 12pm

Live Music
9/20 Shane Smith & The Saints at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
9/20 Karina Rykman at The Pour House 8pm Tickets
9/21 Lily Rose at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
9/21 Nothing Good w/ Old Brier, Condado Five Door Sedan at The Pour House 7pm Tickets
9/21-22 Symphonie fantastique – NC Symphony at Martin Marietta Center For The Performing ArtsTickets
9/21 Black Pumas & Cory Wong – Band Together – at Red Hat Amphitheater 5pm Tickets
9/21 Staind & Breaking Benjamin with Daughtry at Coastal Credit Union Music Park 5:30pm Tickets
9/22 Old 97’s at Lincoln Theatre 7pm Tickets
9/22 Jason Adamo Presents: NC Songwriters in the Round at The Pour House 6:30pm Tickets

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