This Weekend in Raleigh: Music, Comedy & More!
Looking for plans this weekend? Whether you’re craving laughs, live music, or a trip down memory lane, Raleigh and its surrounding areas have got you covered. Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening from Friday, March 14, through Sunday, March 16—so grab your tickets, call your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend!
Friday, March 14
Kick off the weekend with a little bit of everything—comedy, rock, R&B, EDM, and even a Taylor Swift dance party!
🎤 Comedy: The hilarious Michael Colyar brings his stand-up to Goodnights Comedy Club (7:00 PM & 9:30 PM).
🎶 Music:
• Ben Schwartz (yes, Jean-Ralphio from Parks and Rec) is performing at the Durham Performing Arts Center (8:00 PM).
• Rock out with the North Carolina Symphony as they perform The Music of Queen at Meymandi Concert Hall (8:00 PM).
• Ani DiFranco takes the stage at the Carolina Theatre in Durham (8:00 PM).
• If you’re feeling nostalgic, Undertow – A Tribute to Tool is at The Lincoln Theatre (8:30 PM).
• Swifties, The Taylor Party is happening at The Ritz—the ultimate Taylor Swift dance party (8:00 PM).
• EDM lovers, get hyped for Delta Heavy at The Fruit in Durham (9:00 PM).
• And if you want to belt out your favorite tunes, Drag Hosted Queereoke is happening at The Pinhook in Durham (9:30 PM).
Saturday, March 15
Saturday is packed with legendary performances and throwback vibes.
🎶 Big Shows:
• Lil Wayne is bringing the energy to the Lenovo Center in Raleigh (7:00 PM).
• R&B legends Joe, Musiq Soulchild, and Eric Benét hit the stage at the Crown Arena in Fayetteville (8:00 PM).
• Shadows of the 60s delivers a tribute to Motown at the Jones Performing Arts Center in Louisburg (7:30 PM).
• The North Carolina Symphony is performing The Music of Queen again at Meymandi Concert Hall (3:00 PM & 8:00 PM).
• Derina Harvey Band brings their high-energy Celtic rock to The Clayton Center (8:00 PM).
• Latin music fans can catch El Cejas Y Su Banda Fuego & La Leyenda Y Más at Evolution Music Hall in Wilson (8:00 PM).
🎤 Comedy: If you missed him on Friday, Michael Colyar has two more shows at Goodnights Comedy Club (6:00 PM & 8:30 PM).
Sunday, March 16
Wind down your weekend with comedy and cosmic country vibes.
🎤 Comedy: Michael Colyar performs one last time at Goodnights Comedy Club (7:00 PM).
🎸 Music: Catch Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country at The Lincoln Theatre (8:30 PM) for a psychedelic blend of rock, country, and jam-band goodness.
No matter what kind of entertainment you’re into, Raleigh has something for you this weekend! Make sure to follow DoRaleigh.com for more events and updates.
What’s on your weekend agenda? Let us know in the comments!
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