Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide (Weekend Edition): Top Concerts, Comedy & Shows | April 2–6, 2026

Looking for the biggest events happening in Raleigh, Durham, and the Triangle this weekend? From major concerts and comedy shows to can’t-miss performances, the DoRaleigh Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide has everything you need to plan your weekend.

Whether you’re into live music, stand-up comedy, or touring acts, here are the top ticketed events across the Triangle from April 2–6, 2026.

Thursday, April 2 – Big Shows to Kick Off the Weekend

Easter Jubilee 🕐 12:45 PM | Rudy Theatre (Selma)
Chris Kattan (SNL) 🕢 7:30 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club (Raleigh)
Steel Panther 🕗 8:00 PM | The Ritz (Raleigh)
The Orchestra Starring ELO & ELO Part II Members 🕗 8:00 PM | Carolina Theatre (Durham)
Laura Peek (Comedy) 🕗 8:00 PM | Room 861 @ Goodnights (Raleigh)


Friday, April 3 – Packed Lineup Across the Triangle

Sam Tripoli (Comedy) 🕖 7:00 PM | Goodnights (Raleigh)
Don Lemon & D.L. Hughley 🕢 7:30 PM | Meymandi Concert Hall (Raleigh)
Zara Larsson 🕗 8:00 PM | The Ritz (Raleigh)
Santana 🕗 8:00 PM | DPAC (Durham)
Lucius 🕗 8:00 PM | Fletcher Opera Theater (Raleigh)
Remember Sports 🕗 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle (Carrboro)
Proving Ground (Widespread Panic Tribute) 🕣 8:30 PM | Lincoln Theatre (Raleigh)
Charleston White (Comedy) 🕘 9:15 PM | Goodnights (Raleigh)
Laura Peek (Multiple Sets) 🕢 / 🕘 / 🕤 | Room 861 @ Goodnights


Saturday, April 4 – Concerts, Comedy & Culture

Forever K-Pop 🕖 7:00 PM | Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
Comedian CP (Chris Powell) | Goodnights (Raleigh)
Nate Smith (Country) 🕢 7:30 PM | The Ritz (Raleigh)
Dexter and The Moonrocks 🕗 8:00 PM | Bowstring Pizza & Brewyard
Zack Mexico 🕗 8:00 PM | The Pour House (Raleigh)
Dogs In A Pile 🕣 8:30 PM | Lincoln Theatre (Raleigh)
Laura Peek (Comedy Sets) 🕢 / 🕙 | Room 861 @ Goodnights


Sunday, April 5 – Close Out the Weekend Strong

The Devil Wears Prada (Band) 🕖 7:00 PM | The Ritz (Raleigh)
Herman Wrice (Comedy) 🕖 7:00 PM | Goodnights (Raleigh)
vaultboy 🕗 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle Back Room (Carrboro)
Latin Goth Night 🕗 8:00 PM | The Pour House (Raleigh)


Monday, April 6 – Bonus Shows

NateWantsToBattle 🕗 8:00 PM | Motorco Music Hall (Durham)
Gillian Welch & David Rawlings 🕗 8:00 PM | Haw River Ballroom (Saxapahaw)


Top Picks This Weekend

If you’re choosing a few must-see events:

🎸 Santana at DPAC
🎤 Don Lemon & D.L. Hughley Live
🎶 Zara Larsson at The Ritz
😂 Chris Kattan + Comedian CP
🎧 Steel Panther + Nate Smith


📍 Plan Your Weekend in the Triangle

This weekend is stacked with national touring acts, comedy heavyweights, and live music experiences across Raleigh, Durham, and beyond.

👉 Whether you’re planning a concert night, comedy outing, or full weekend itinerary, this guide has your big-ticket plans covered.

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Triangle Event Guide: Top Things To Do on Thursday, April 2nd Edition (National Burrito Day + Free Events!)

Looking for the best things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and the Triangle today? We’ve got you covered.

This Thursday, April 2nd edition of the DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide is packed with free events, live music, comedy, family-friendly activities, and National Burrito Day deals happening all across the Triangle.

Whether you’re planning a daytime outing, after-work vibes, or a late-night link-up, here’s what’s going down.


All-Day Events & Deals

Make the most of your Thursday with these all-day happenings:

National Burrito Day 🌯 Celebrate with deals and specials at restaurants across the Triangle

Subway BOGO Footlong Deal 🥪 Buy One Get One Free Footlong at participating locations

North Carolina Science Festival 🔬 FREE events happening all month across the state Literary Peeps Dioramas Exhibit

📚 Vote for your favorites at Orange County Public Library (Hillsborough)

Snooze Eatery Gas Price Promo ⛽ Get a discount based on gas prices at participating locations


Daytime & Family-Friendly Events

Perfect for families, remote workers, or anyone enjoying spring vibes:

Spring BreakOUT! at Downtown Cary Park 🕙 10AM–4PM | FREE

Bilingual Storytime @ Nasher Museum (Durham) 🕥 10:30AM–11AM | FREE

Catalog Cupping @ Counter Culture Coffee (Durham) ☕ 1PM–2PM | FREE

coffee tasting Peeps in the Park (Morrisville) 🐥 5PM–7PM | FREE

Free Easter Bunny Photos @ Bass Pro Shops 📸 5PM–8PM | FREE


Wellness & Culture

Adaptive Tai Chi @ NCMA Museum Park (Raleigh) 🧘 6PM–7PM | Pay what you can


Live Music, Arts & Social Vibes

Get your evening started with music and creative energy:

Live Music: Grace Stephenson (Wake Forest) 🎶 6PM–9PM | FREE

Vinyl Nights @ Gizmo Brew Works (Durham) 🎧 6PM–9PM | FREE

Doodle & Drink (Durham) 🎨 7PM–9PM | FREE

Music Bingo @ Fortnight Brewing (Cary) 🎤 7PM–9PM | FREE

Public Domain Movie Night (Pittsboro) 🎬 7PM–10PM | FREE

Board Game Night @ Moon Dog Meadery (Durham) 🎲 7PM–11PM | FREE

Comedy, Karaoke & Nightlife

Wrap up your Thursday with laughs and late-night fun:

Comedy Open Mic @ Clouds Brewing (Raleigh) 😂 8PM–10PM

Jazz: The Session @ Bond Brothers Eastside (Cary) 🎷 8PM–11PM | FREE

Thursday Karaoke @ Tap Yard (Raleigh) 🎤 9PM–11PM | FREE

Skee-Ball Tournament @ Boxcar Bar + Arcade (Raleigh) 🎯 9PM–11PM | FREE

Karaoke hosted by Empress (Carrboro) 🎤 9PM | FREE


Top Picks for Thursday

If you only hit a few events, don’t miss:

🌯 National Burrito Day Deals

🌸 Spring BreakOUT! at Downtown Cary Park

🎶 Live Music + Vinyl Nights

😂 Comedy Open Mic + Karaoke Night


📍 Plan Your Thursday in the Triangle

From free family activities and cultural experiences to nightlife, comedy, and live music, this Thursday is packed with options across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond.

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