City of Raleigh Saturday Event Guide Saturday January 24th Edition

Despite winter weather concerns, City of Raleigh government meetings and arts programming are still on the calendar for Saturday. If conditions allow, residents can engage in local governance and arts & culture activities across the city. As always, please verify event status before attending, especially with snow or icy conditions possible.

City of Raleigh Government & Community Events

Saturday, January 24, 2026

City Council Retreat

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 AM | City of Raleigh

Council & Council Committee Meetings

The Raleigh City Council will hold its annual retreat, focused on strategic planning, policy priorities, and long-term goals for the city. While retreats are typically working sessions, they play an important role in shaping Raleighโ€™s direction for the year ahead.


Reflecting Raleigh Civic Assembly โ€“ CANCELED

๐Ÿ•ค 9:30 AM | CANCELED

Community & Workshops

โš ๏ธ This event has been officially canceled.

Reflecting Raleigh Civic Assembly was scheduled as a community-focused discussion but will not take place on Saturday.

๐ŸŽจ Arts & Entertainment

Closing Reception | โ€œThen and Nowโ€ Exhibition

๐Ÿ• 2:30 PM | Pullen Arts Center

Art Exhibit | Arts & Entertainment

Celebrate the closing of โ€œThen and Now,โ€ an exhibition showcasing artistic perspectives that connect Raleighโ€™s past and present. The closing reception offers a final opportunity to experience the work, meet fellow art lovers, and support local creatives at the Pullen Arts Center.

โ„๏ธ Weather Advisory: Snow & Ice Possible

Winter weather may impact travel conditions across Raleigh on Saturday. Snow or icy roads could lead to delays, cancellations, or schedule changes.

โžก๏ธ Confirm event status with the City of Raleigh or venue organizers before heading out.

โžก๏ธ Allow extra travel time and use caution if attending in person.

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The Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide โ€“ Concerts Comedy and Shows

Looking for the biggest concerts, comedy shows, and live performances happening across the Triangle and surrounding areas? The Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide highlights the top ticketed events you wonโ€™t want to missโ€”from nationally touring bands and symphony performances to comedy headliners and tribute shows.

Whether youโ€™re planning a night out in Raleigh, Durham, Carrboro, or beyond, this guide covers the regionโ€™s best live entertainment from December 29 through January 11.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Big Ticket Events This Week & Beyond

Monday, December 29

Christmas Jubilee

๐Ÿ•ง 12:45 PM

๐Ÿ“ Rudy Theatre โ€“ Selma, NC

A festive musical production packed with holiday classics and family-friendly entertainment.

Tuesday, December 30

Cosmic Charlie

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Catโ€™s Cradle โ€“ Carrboro

A beloved Grateful Dead tribute band delivers a high-energy night of jam-band favorites.

Wednesday, December 31 โ€“ New Yearโ€™s Eve

The Moonlight Swing Band

๐Ÿ•• 6:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Rudy Theatre โ€“ Selma, NC

Ring in New Yearโ€™s Eve with classic swing, big band sounds, and timeless style.

Cosmic Charlie

๐Ÿ•ฃ 8:30 PM

๐Ÿ“ Catโ€™s Cradle โ€“ Carrboro

A second chance to catch this fan-favorite tribute on New Yearโ€™s Eve.

Big Something

๐Ÿ•˜ 9:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ The Lincoln Theatre โ€“ Raleigh

Celebrate the new year with one of North Carolinaโ€™s most popular live bands.

Friday, January 2

Laurelyn Dossett

๐Ÿ•ข 7:30 PM

๐Ÿ“ The Wake Forest Listening Room at Magnolia Roots โ€“ Wake Forest

An intimate listening-room performance highlighting powerful songwriting.

The Isaacs

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Liberty Showcase Theater โ€“ Liberty, NC

Award-winning gospel and bluegrass harmonies in a traditional theater setting.

Big Something

๐Ÿ•ฃ 8:30 PM

๐Ÿ“ The Lincoln Theatre โ€“ Raleigh

Another night with Big Something for fans who missed the New Yearโ€™s Eve show.

Saturday, January 3

North Carolina Symphony: Sophie Mok โ€“ The Music of Harry Potter

๐Ÿ• 1:00 PM & ๐Ÿ•“ 4:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts โ€“ Raleigh

A magical symphonic experience featuring music from the Harry Potter films.

Big Something

๐Ÿ•ฃ 8:30 PM

๐Ÿ“ The Lincoln Theatre โ€“ Raleigh

Yet another chance to catch this high-energy live show.

Thursday, January 8

Amber Autry

๐Ÿ•˜ 9:15 PM

๐Ÿ“ Goodnights Comedy Club โ€“ Raleigh

A rising comedy star brings sharp humor and crowd-favorite jokes to Goodnights.

Friday, January 9

Ali Siddiq

๐Ÿ•– 7:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Dunn Center for the Performing Arts โ€“ Rocky Mount, NC

One of stand-up comedyโ€™s most compelling storytellers takes the stage.

Jesse Fox

๐Ÿ•ข 7:30 PM

๐Ÿ“ Wake Forest Listening Room at Magnolia Roots โ€“ Wake Forest

A stripped-down live performance highlighting lyrical storytelling.

North Carolina Symphony: JoAnn Falletta โ€“ Carmina Burana

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Meymandi Concert Hall โ€“ Raleigh

A powerful orchestral performance of Carl Orffโ€™s iconic masterpiece.

Shoot to Thrill โ€“ AC/DC Tribute Band

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ The Lincoln Theatre โ€“ Raleigh

High-voltage rock covers honoring one of the greatest bands of all time.

Muscadine Bloodline

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Carolina Theatre of Durham โ€“ Durham

Country fans wonโ€™t want to miss this popular duo live on stage.

Saturday, January 10

Abbey Road Live

๐Ÿ•“ 4:00 PM & ๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Catโ€™s Cradle โ€“ Carrboro

A note-for-note celebration of The Beatlesโ€™ legendary catalog.

Lonesome River Band

๐Ÿ•– 7:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Liberty Showcase Theater โ€“ Liberty, NC

Classic bluegrass from a legendary group.

Balsam Range

๐Ÿ•ข 7:30 PM

๐Ÿ“ Edna E. Boykin Cultural Center โ€“ Wilson, NC

Award-winning bluegrass with deep Appalachian roots.

North Carolina Symphony: JoAnn Falletta โ€“ Carmina Burana

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Meymandi Concert Hall โ€“ Raleigh

A second night of this breathtaking symphonic performance.

Emo Night Karaoke

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ The Ritz โ€“ Raleigh

Sing your favorite emo anthems live with a crowd that knows every word.

Heart Brigade: A Tribute to Heart

๐Ÿ•— 8:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ The Lincoln Theatre โ€“ Raleigh

A powerful tribute honoring the music of Heart.

โ€˜Sunday, January 11

Matt Stone and the TEC Band: Elvis in Person

๐Ÿ•– 7:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Fletcher Opera Theater โ€“ Raleigh

A high-energy tribute recreating the magic of Elvis Presleyโ€™s live performances.

Rob Stant

๐Ÿ•ข 7:30 PM

๐Ÿ“ Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club โ€“ Raleigh

Close out the week with a sharp, smart stand-up comedy set.

๐ŸŽถ Plan Your Big Nights Out in the Triangle

From symphony performances and tribute bands to comedy heavyweights and local favorites, the Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide makes it easy to plan unforgettable nights out. These shows often sell out, so advance tickets are highly recommended.

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Exhibition Reception at Pullen Arts Center

The Main Gallery at Pullen Arts Center is showcasing the talents of 30 local artists. Mark your calendars for a closing reception on Saturday, January 25, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. The artwork will be on display from November 2, 2024, to January 26, 2025.

Here are the details:

When: November 2, 2024 โ€“ January 26, 2025

Where: Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607

Parking: Visitors need a parking permit between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Check in at the front desk for a license plate-based permit. You can find our parking map here.

Cost: Free and open to the public

Hours:

Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. โ€“ 10 p.m.

Friday, Closed

Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m. โ€“ 5 p.m.

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