DoRaleighThe Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Entertainment Guide November 17β23rd 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 youβre 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 17β23, 2025.
Scroll day-by-day to find your plans!
MONDAY β November 17
πΈ The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
β° 8:00 PM
π Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) β Durham
A stunning orchestral rock experience surrounded by candlelight. Expect symphonic arrangements of rock classics and a visually unforgettable production.
TUESDAY β November 18
π Christmas Jubilee
β° 12:45 PM
π Rudy Theatre β Selma
A beloved seasonal musical revue filled with holiday hits, dance numbers, and family-friendly entertainment.
βοΈ Galactic Empire & Bit Brigade
β° 7:00 PM
π The Lincoln Theatre β Raleigh
Heavy metal meets video game performance art in an epic, cosplay-powered concert experience.
πΆ Senses Fail & Story Of The Year
β° 7:30 PM
π The Ritz β Raleigh
Pop-punk legends hit The Ritz for a high-energy night of nostalgia and new music.
πΈ Band of Skulls
β° 8:00 PM
π Motorco Music Hall β Durham
British alt-rock favorites return with gritty riffs, big vocals, and a killer live set.
WEDNESDAY β November 19
π· Adam Hawley
β° 7:30 PM
π Raleigh Improv β Cary
The multi-award-winning jazz guitarist brings smooth grooves and top-tier musicianship for a rare Improv concert night.
THURSDAY β November 20
π€ Peabo Bryson
β° 7:00 PM
π Paul A. Johnston Auditorium β Smithfield
The legendary balladeer performs his greatest hits, including classics from Disney soundtracks.
πΌ Boz Scaggs
β° 7:30 PM
π DPAC β Durham
A soulful evening of blues, rock, and R&B with the Grammy-winning icon.
π The Ultimate Elvis Christmas
β° 7:30 PM
π Dunn Center for the Performing Arts β Rocky Mount
A festive tribute to Elvis Presleyβs holiday catalogβperfect for fans of classic Christmas hits.
π€ Rome Ramirez
β° 8:00 PM
π The Lincoln Theatre β Raleigh
The Sublime with Rome frontman brings a reggae-rock fusion set to Raleigh.
π Ted Alexandro
β° 8:00 PM
π Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club β Raleigh
Sharp, smart comedy from one of New York Cityβs most respected stand-ups.
FRIDAY β November 21
π Christmas Jubilee
β° 12:45 PM
π Rudy Theatre β Selma
The holiday tradition continues with another matinee performance.
π΅ The Malpass Brothers
β° 2:00 PM
π Wake Forest Renaissance Centre β Wake Forest
Classic country harmonies and old-school charm.
π Lil Duval
β° 7:00 PM & 9:15 PM
π Raleigh Improv β Cary
National comedian and viral sensation Lil Duval delivers two back-to-back shows.
π€ Sosocamo
β° 7:00 PM
π The Portal HQ β Raleigh
A rising act blending hip-hop, indie, and experimental soundscapes.
πΆ Shana Tucker
β° 7:30 PM
π Garner Performing Arts Center β Garner
ChamberSoul vibes with cello, jazz, and beautifully layered vocals.
π Rocky Mountain High Experience β A John Denver Christmas
β° 7:30 PM
π Fletcher Opera Theater β Raleigh
A beloved tribute to John Denver with lush orchestration.
π₯ Max Roach at 100: Tyshawn Sorey Trio & Sandbox Percussion
β° 7:30 PM
π Baldwin Auditorium β Duke University, Durham
Celebrate the centennial of NC jazz legend Max Roach with world-class contemporary performers.
π€ Bee Gees Gold β Tribute Show
β° 7:30 PM
π Jones Performing Arts Center β Louisburg
A disco revival with pitch-perfect tribute performances.
πΌ Dolly Partonβs Threads β My Songs in Symphony
β° 7:30 PM
π Meymandi Concert Hall β Raleigh
An orchestral showcase inspired by Dollyβs iconic songwriting.
π Ted Alexandro
β° 7:30 PM & 9:45 PM
π Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club β Raleigh
Three nights, multiple setsβeach show offers a unique comedic experience.
π Phil Hanley
β° 8:00 PM
π Carolina Theatre β Durham
Dry wit and clever punchlines from the Canadian stand-up standout.
πΈ Carbon Leaf
β° 8:00 PM
π Catβs Cradle β Carrboro
A jam-folk-rock night with one of the Triangleβs most beloved touring acts.
π Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
β° 8:00 PM
π DPAC β Durham
The holiday juggernaut returns with its signature cinematic Christmas sound.
π€ Dijon
β° 8:00 PM
π The Ritz β Raleigh
Soulful, experimental, and intimateβDijonβs live show is a standout.
πΈ Jack Blocker
β° 8:00 PM
π Kings β Raleigh
Americana and roots music in a cozy downtown setting.
πΈ Effing and Blinding
β° 8:00 PM
π The Lincoln Theatre β Raleigh
A heavy, high-energy rock night.
π§ Riot Ten
β° 10:00 PM
π The Underground β Raleigh
A bass-heavy EDM event with rail-rattling drops.
SATURDAY β November 22
π Christmas Jubilee
β° 12:45 PM & 6:45 PM
π Rudy Theatre β Selma
Holiday energy all day long with matinee and evening shows.
π Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
β° 3:00 PM
π Crown Theatre β Fayetteville
The magic moves south for another symphonic holiday spectacular.
πΌ Dolly Partonβs Threads β My Songs in Symphony
β° 3:00 PM
π Meymandi Concert Hall β Raleigh
A second performance of the dazzling orchestra tribute.
π Bingo Loco
β° 3:00 PM & 8:30 PM
π The Ritz β Raleigh
High-energy bingo with dancers, DJs, confetti cannons, and chaos.
π Lil Duval
β° 6:30 PM & 9:00 PM
π Raleigh Improv β Cary
Two more shows from the comedy star.
π€ George Janko
β° 7:00 PM
π Fletcher Opera Theater β Raleigh
Actor, comedian, and podcast favorite brings a live storytelling performance.
πΈ Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
β° 7:00 PM
π Alliance Convention Center β Burlington
A night of country mastery and Americana brilliance.
π Ted Alexandro
β° 7:30 PM & 10:00 PM
π Room 861 at Goodnights β Raleigh
Two prime-time shows from the comedy veteran.
πΈ They Are Gutting a Body of Water
β° 8:00 PM
π Kings β Raleigh
Shoegaze noise meets indie experimentation.
π» Lindsey Stirling
β° 8:00 PM
π DPAC β Durham
A breathtaking fusion of violin performance, dance, and theatrical staging.
π€ Chloe Ament
β° 8:00 PM
π Local 506 β Chapel Hill
Indie pop rising star takes the stage in Chapel Hill.
πΈ Brodie Cormack Band
β° 8:00 PM
π The Lincoln Theatre β Raleigh
A night of folk-rock and singer-songwriter energy.
π§ JSTJR
β° 9:00 PM
π The Fruit β Durham
Global bass and high-energy EDM.
π§ Layz
β° 10:00 PM
π The Underground β Raleigh
Trap, dubstep, and heavy bass for late-night ravers.
SUNDAY β November 23
π» Triangle Youth Music: Fall Orchestra Concert
β° 3:00 PM
π Meymandi Concert Hall β Raleigh
A beautiful showcase of young musicians from across the region.
π Lil Duval
β° 6:00 PM
π Raleigh Improv β Cary
The final show of the weekend.
π€ Jason Mewes
β° 6:00 PM & 8:30 PM
π Goodnights Comedy Club β Raleigh
The βJayβ of βJay and Silent Bobβ 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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