DoRaleighThe Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Entertainment Guide November 17โ23rd Edition
Your Weekly Big Ticket Entertainment Guide for the Triangle
The Triangle is packed with major performances, national tours, holiday shows, top-tier comedy, and live music all week long. Whether youโre catching a world-class production at DPAC, a holiday concert at Meymandi, or a comedy double-header in Cary and Raleigh, this is the definitive list of all Big Ticket events happening November 17โ23, 2025.
Scroll day-by-day to find your plans!
MONDAY โ November 17
๐ธ The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) โ Durham
A stunning orchestral rock experience surrounded by candlelight. Expect symphonic arrangements of rock classics and a visually unforgettable production.
TUESDAY โ November 18
๐ Christmas Jubilee
โฐ 12:45 PM
๐ Rudy Theatre โ Selma
A beloved seasonal musical revue filled with holiday hits, dance numbers, and family-friendly entertainment.
โ๏ธ Galactic Empire & Bit Brigade
โฐ 7:00 PM
๐ The Lincoln Theatre โ Raleigh
Heavy metal meets video game performance art in an epic, cosplay-powered concert experience.
๐ถ Senses Fail & Story Of The Year
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ The Ritz โ Raleigh
Pop-punk legends hit The Ritz for a high-energy night of nostalgia and new music.
๐ธ Band of Skulls
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ Motorco Music Hall โ Durham
British alt-rock favorites return with gritty riffs, big vocals, and a killer live set.
WEDNESDAY โ November 19
๐ท Adam Hawley
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ Raleigh Improv โ Cary
The multi-award-winning jazz guitarist brings smooth grooves and top-tier musicianship for a rare Improv concert night.
THURSDAY โ November 20
๐ค Peabo Bryson
โฐ 7:00 PM
๐ Paul A. Johnston Auditorium โ Smithfield
The legendary balladeer performs his greatest hits, including classics from Disney soundtracks.
๐ผ Boz Scaggs
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ DPAC โ Durham
A soulful evening of blues, rock, and R&B with the Grammy-winning icon.
๐ The Ultimate Elvis Christmas
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ Dunn Center for the Performing Arts โ Rocky Mount
A festive tribute to Elvis Presleyโs holiday catalogโperfect for fans of classic Christmas hits.
๐ค Rome Ramirez
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ The Lincoln Theatre โ Raleigh
The Sublime with Rome frontman brings a reggae-rock fusion set to Raleigh.
๐ Ted Alexandro
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club โ Raleigh
Sharp, smart comedy from one of New York Cityโs most respected stand-ups.
FRIDAY โ November 21
๐ Christmas Jubilee
โฐ 12:45 PM
๐ Rudy Theatre โ Selma
The holiday tradition continues with another matinee performance.
๐ต The Malpass Brothers
โฐ 2:00 PM
๐ Wake Forest Renaissance Centre โ Wake Forest
Classic country harmonies and old-school charm.
๐ Lil Duval
โฐ 7:00 PM & 9:15 PM
๐ Raleigh Improv โ Cary
National comedian and viral sensation Lil Duval delivers two back-to-back shows.
๐ค Sosocamo
โฐ 7:00 PM
๐ The Portal HQ โ Raleigh
A rising act blending hip-hop, indie, and experimental soundscapes.
๐ถ Shana Tucker
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ Garner Performing Arts Center โ Garner
ChamberSoul vibes with cello, jazz, and beautifully layered vocals.
๐ Rocky Mountain High Experience โ A John Denver Christmas
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ Fletcher Opera Theater โ Raleigh
A beloved tribute to John Denver with lush orchestration.
๐ฅ Max Roach at 100: Tyshawn Sorey Trio & Sandbox Percussion
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ Baldwin Auditorium โ Duke University, Durham
Celebrate the centennial of NC jazz legend Max Roach with world-class contemporary performers.
๐ค Bee Gees Gold โ Tribute Show
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ Jones Performing Arts Center โ Louisburg
A disco revival with pitch-perfect tribute performances.
๐ผ Dolly Partonโs Threads โ My Songs in Symphony
โฐ 7:30 PM
๐ Meymandi Concert Hall โ Raleigh
An orchestral showcase inspired by Dollyโs iconic songwriting.
๐ Ted Alexandro
โฐ 7:30 PM & 9:45 PM
๐ Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club โ Raleigh
Three nights, multiple setsโeach show offers a unique comedic experience.
๐ Phil Hanley
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ Carolina Theatre โ Durham
Dry wit and clever punchlines from the Canadian stand-up standout.
๐ธ Carbon Leaf
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ Catโs Cradle โ Carrboro
A jam-folk-rock night with one of the Triangleโs most beloved touring acts.
๐ Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ DPAC โ Durham
The holiday juggernaut returns with its signature cinematic Christmas sound.
๐ค Dijon
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ The Ritz โ Raleigh
Soulful, experimental, and intimateโDijonโs live show is a standout.
๐ธ Jack Blocker
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ Kings โ Raleigh
Americana and roots music in a cozy downtown setting.
๐ธ Effing and Blinding
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ The Lincoln Theatre โ Raleigh
A heavy, high-energy rock night.
๐ง Riot Ten
โฐ 10:00 PM
๐ The Underground โ Raleigh
A bass-heavy EDM event with rail-rattling drops.
SATURDAY โ November 22
๐ Christmas Jubilee
โฐ 12:45 PM & 6:45 PM
๐ Rudy Theatre โ Selma
Holiday energy all day long with matinee and evening shows.
๐ Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
โฐ 3:00 PM
๐ Crown Theatre โ Fayetteville
The magic moves south for another symphonic holiday spectacular.
๐ผ Dolly Partonโs Threads โ My Songs in Symphony
โฐ 3:00 PM
๐ Meymandi Concert Hall โ Raleigh
A second performance of the dazzling orchestra tribute.
๐ Bingo Loco
โฐ 3:00 PM & 8:30 PM
๐ The Ritz โ Raleigh
High-energy bingo with dancers, DJs, confetti cannons, and chaos.
๐ Lil Duval
โฐ 6:30 PM & 9:00 PM
๐ Raleigh Improv โ Cary
Two more shows from the comedy star.
๐ค George Janko
โฐ 7:00 PM
๐ Fletcher Opera Theater โ Raleigh
Actor, comedian, and podcast favorite brings a live storytelling performance.
๐ธ Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
โฐ 7:00 PM
๐ Alliance Convention Center โ Burlington
A night of country mastery and Americana brilliance.
๐ Ted Alexandro
โฐ 7:30 PM & 10:00 PM
๐ Room 861 at Goodnights โ Raleigh
Two prime-time shows from the comedy veteran.
๐ธ They Are Gutting a Body of Water
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ Kings โ Raleigh
Shoegaze noise meets indie experimentation.
๐ป Lindsey Stirling
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ DPAC โ Durham
A breathtaking fusion of violin performance, dance, and theatrical staging.
๐ค Chloe Ament
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ Local 506 โ Chapel Hill
Indie pop rising star takes the stage in Chapel Hill.
๐ธ Brodie Cormack Band
โฐ 8:00 PM
๐ The Lincoln Theatre โ Raleigh
A night of folk-rock and singer-songwriter energy.
๐ง JSTJR
โฐ 9:00 PM
๐ The Fruit โ Durham
Global bass and high-energy EDM.
๐ง Layz
โฐ 10:00 PM
๐ The Underground โ Raleigh
Trap, dubstep, and heavy bass for late-night ravers.
SUNDAY โ November 23
๐ป Triangle Youth Music: Fall Orchestra Concert
โฐ 3:00 PM
๐ Meymandi Concert Hall โ Raleigh
A beautiful showcase of young musicians from across the region.
๐ Lil Duval
โฐ 6:00 PM
๐ Raleigh Improv โ Cary
The final show of the weekend.
๐ค Jason Mewes
โฐ 6:00 PM & 8:30 PM
๐ Goodnights Comedy Club โ Raleigh
The โJayโ of โJay and Silent Bobโ brings stories, comedy, and fan interaction to Raleigh.
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From blockbuster concerts to comedy headliners and festive holiday productions, the Triangle is buzzing with entertainment this week. Bookmark the DoRaleigh Triangle Big Ticket Guide to stay on top of the biggest events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond.
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