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Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Events Guide

January 28 – February 3

Looking for the can’t-miss shows across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and beyond? This week’s DoRaleigh Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Events Guide rounds up top concerts, comedy headliners, orchestral performances, and touring acts—perfect for planning your nights out.

🎟️ Big Ticket Events Across the Triangle

Wednesday, January 28

7:30 PM — The Movement The Lincoln Theatre — Raleigh, NC

7:30 PM — Graeson McGaha Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NC

Thursday, January 29

6:00 PM — Track Stars Room 861 — Raleigh, NC

7:00 PM — Glenn Miller Orchestra Meymandi Concert Hall — Raleigh, NC

7:15 PM — Dustin Nickerson Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NC

7:30 PM — Yu and I Paramount Theatre — Goldsboro, NC

7:30 PM — North Carolina Symphony: A Little Night Music Owens Auditorium — Pinehurst, NC

8:00 PM — Tom Papa Carolina Theatre — Durham, NC

Friday, January 30

7:00 PM — Dustin Nickerson Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NC

7:30 PM — Nefesh Mountain Cary Arts Center — Cary, NC

7:30 PM — Appalachian Road Show Fletcher Opera Theater — Raleigh, NC

7:30 PM — Cocoa Brown Room 861 at Goodnights — Raleigh, NC

8:00 PM — Zachariah Porter Meymandi Concert Hall — Raleigh, NC

8:00 PM — Ms. Pat Carolina Theatre — Durham, NC

8:00 PM — Josh Ritter Haw River Ballroom — Saxapahaw, NC

8:30 PM — Panic Stricken The Lincoln Theatre — Raleigh, NC

9:00 PM — Maj Deeka The Pour House Music Hall — Raleigh, NC

9:15 PM — Dustin Nickerson Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NC

9:45 PM — Cocoa Brown Room 861 at Goodnights — Raleigh, NC

Saturday, January 31

6:00 PM — Dustin Nickerson Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NC

6:30 PM — Cocoa Brown Room 861 at Goodnights — Raleigh, NC

7:30 PM — Hannah Berner Durham Performing Arts Center — Durham, NC

8:00 PM — Ninajirachi The Fruit — Durham, NC

8:00 PM — Knot Your Kind The Lincoln Theatre — Raleigh, NC

8:30 PM — Dustin Nickerson Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NC

9:00 PM — Cocoa Brown Room 861 at Goodnights — Raleigh, NC

Sunday, February 1

2:00 PM — Gaspare Randazzo Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NC

7:30 PM — Whose Live Anyway? Crown Theatre — Fayetteville, NC

7:30 PM — Cocoa Brown Room 861 at Goodnights — Raleigh, NC

8:00 PM — Bronwyn Keith-Hynes Cat’s Cradle — Carrboro, NC

Tuesday, February 3

8:00 PM — 112, Total & Case Meymandi Concert Hall — Raleigh, NC

Why This Week Is Big

From national comedy tours and R&B legends to orchestral performances and indie favorites, this week packs serious star power across the Triangle. Whether you’re planning a date night, group outing, or solo show, there’s a stage waiting.

For more Triangle concerts, comedy shows, and big ticket events, bookmark DoRaleigh.com and check back daily.

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DoRaleigh Jan 30

The Triangle Event Guide Things To Do Friday January 30th Edition

Looking for free and affordable things to do around Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and beyond? This Triangle Event Guide for Friday, January 30, 2026, is packed with free food, live music, art openings, trivia, tastings, movie nights, and community events happening all across the region.

Whether you’re celebrating National Croissant Day, catching a Final Friday art reception, or enjoying live music and brewery events, there’s something for everyone—without breaking the bank.

Food & Drink Highlights

Free Butter Croissant for National Croissant Day

All Day | FREE | Lidl (participating locations)

Celebrate National Croissant Day with a free butter croissant at participating Lidl stores across the Triangle.

Tasting at Ten – Free Coffee Tasting

10:00 AM | FREE | Counter Culture Coffee HQ, Durham

Enjoy a guided coffee tasting at Counter Culture’s headquarters and training center.

Free Distillery Tour & Tasting

6:00 – 8:00 PM | FREE | Mystic Farm & Distillery, Durham

Daytime Events & Family-Friendly Activities

Winter Storytime at JC Raulston Arboretum

10:00 – 11:00 AM | $5 | JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh

Houseplants & Pottery Sale

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Logan’s Garden Center at the NC Farmers Market

Curator’s Tour: “Bill Bamberger: Boys Will Be Men”

3:30 – 4:30 PM | FREE | Ackland Art Museum, Chapel Hill

Live Music, Arts & Evening Events

Live Music: Emily Musolino & Azul

5:30 – 7:00 PM | FREE | Boxyard RTP

Final Friday Reception: “Anything Goes”

6:00 – 8:00 PM | FREE | Cary Gallery of Artists

Teen Science Café

6:00 – 8:00 PM | FREE | Morehead Planetarium, Chapel Hill

Free Turkish Music Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM | FREE | Turkish House, Cary

Art Openings in Hillsborough

From the Heart – Margaret Lane Gallery (6–9 PM | FREE) Proximity – Hillsborough Gallery of Arts (6–9 PM | FREE)

Final Friday Cary Art Loop

6:00 – 9:00 PM | FREE | Downtown Cary

Breweries, Games & Nightlife

Vinyl Night

6:00 – 9:00 PM | FREE | Sneaky Penguin Brewing, Raleigh

Live DJ: Al Ski-Love

6:00 – 9:00 PM | FREE | Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

Queer Game Night

6:00 – 9:00 PM | FREE | Speakeasy, Carrboro

Live Music: Grace Lucia

7:00 – 9:30 PM | FREE | White Street Brewing, Wake Forest

Bombshell Beer Company 12-Year Anniversary

7:00 – 10:00 PM | FREE | Bombshell Beer Company, Holly Springs

Storytelling Open Mic Night

7:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

Bounce & Brews DJ Night

7:00 – 9:00 PM | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Karaoke Bingo Nights

7:00 – 10:00 PM | FREE | KōMANA Brewing, Cary

Hoppy Hour Cinema Movie Series

7:00 – 10:00 PM | FREE | The Glass Jug Downtown, Durham

Video Game Night

7:00 – 11:00 PM | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham

Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic

8:00 – 11:00 PM | FREE | Durty Bull Brewing, Durham

Karaoke with Mega Mike

8:00 – 11:00 PM | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing, Raleigh

Hypnotic Focus: Cerebral Dance & Flow

9:00 PM | FREE | Speakeasy, Carrboro

Make the Most of Your Friday Night

From free croissants and coffee tastings to art walks, live music, trivia, movies, and karaoke, Friday night in the Triangle offers endless ways to explore your community without spending much—or anything at all.

Check back daily on DoRaleigh.com for the latest Triangle event guides, downtown Raleigh picks, and government & community happenings.

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DoRaleigh Jan 29

Triangle Event Guide – Thursday January 29th Edition

Things to Do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest & Beyond

Looking for things to do around the Triangle this Thursday? From live music, film screenings, trivia-style games, and jazz jams to wine specials, karaoke, and community discussions, the Triangle Event Guide for Thursday, January 29, 2026 highlights some of the best free and low-cost events happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, Wendell, and Carrboro.

Whether you’re planning an after-work outing, a casual night with friends, or something a little different, there’s something on the calendar for everyone.

🎤 Community, Culture & Conversations

Great Decisions Discussion Series

🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 The Woman’s Club of Raleigh

Start your Thursday with thoughtful conversation at this engaging discussion series focused on global issues, civic engagement, and informed dialogue.

Food, Drinks & Social Nights

Thursday Uncorked: Half-Priced Bottles of Wine

🕓 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

💲 Discounted

📍 The Longleaf Hotel – Raleigh

Unwind after work with half-priced bottles of wine in a relaxed downtown Raleigh setting.

Live Music & Open Mics

Vinyl Nights

🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Gizmo Brew Works – Durham

Enjoy classic and curated vinyl selections while sipping local brews.

Live Music

🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Blackbird Brewery – Wake Forest

Live Music

🕕 6:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company – Wendell

Jazz Jam Open Mic

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Bond Brothers Eastside – Cary

Local musicians and jazz lovers come together for an energetic open jam session.

Film, Games & Interactive Events

Full Frame Winter Road Show: Come See Me in the Good Light (Reserve Tickets)

🕖 7:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 The Cary Theater

Catch this special Full Frame Documentary Film Festival screening—advance reservations recommended.

Music Bingo

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Fortnight Brewing – Cary

Board Game Night

🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop – Durham

Air Hockey Tournament

🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade – Durham

Skee Ball Tournament

🕘 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade – Raleigh

Karaoke & Late-Night Fun

Karaoke hosted by Empress

🕘 9:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Speakeasy – Carrboro

Thursday Karaoke

🕘 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

💲 FREE

📍 Tap Yard – Raleigh

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DoRaleigh Jan 28

The Triangle Event Guide – Wednesday, January 28th Edition

Budget Friendly Things to Do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary and Pittsboro

Looking for free things to do in the Triangle on Wednesday, January 28, 2026? From museum days and board game nights to open mics, dance socials, and live local art sessions, the Triangle is packed with affordable midweek events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Apex, and Pittsboro.

Below is your curated Triangle Event Guide for Wednesday, highlighting FREE and low-cost events perfect for after work, date night, or a fun night out with friends.

🎨 Daytime Events

Durham Community Day at Museum of Life + Science

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | FREE (Durham County Residents)

📍 Museum of Life + Science – Durham

Enjoy free admission for Durham County residents during this special Community Day. Explore hands-on exhibits, outdoor science experiences, and family-friendly learning opportunities.

Board Game Night

12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

📍 Gizmo Brew Works – Durham

Bring your favorite board games or jump into a new one while enjoying craft beer in a laid-back brewery setting.

Evening & After-Work Events

Wednesday Night Free Tastings

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | FREE

📍 D’s Bottle Shop & Craft Beer College – Durham

Sample new beers and learn more about craft brews during this popular midweek tasting event.

Free Acro Yoga at Method Road Park (Indoors)

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

📍 Method Road Park – Raleigh

A beginner-friendly, indoor acro yoga session focused on movement, balance, and community.

Improv Theatre Night

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | FREE

📍 Fair Game Beverage Co. – Pittsboro

Catch live improv comedy while enjoying drinks at one of Pittsboro’s favorite hangout spots.

Bring Your Own Craft Night

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

📍 Raleigh Brewing – Raleigh

Bring your knitting, painting, journaling, or DIY project and craft alongside fellow creatives.

Arts, Music & Community Vibes

Wednesday Local Artist Sessions

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

📍 Speakeasy – Carrboro

Support local musicians and artists during this intimate live session series.

Raleigh Drum Circle & Hoop Jam

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

📍 Method Road Park – Raleigh

An energetic outdoor gathering featuring drumming, flow arts, and community connection.

Monthly Pinball Tournament

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade – Durham

Test your pinball skills and compete for bragging rights in this monthly tournament.

Ballroom Dancing Social with Pullen Dance

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | $5

📍 Pullen Community Center – Raleigh

A welcoming social dance night perfect for beginners and experienced dancers alike.

Late-Night Fun & Open Mics

Karaoke Night at The Backyard Bar

8:00 PM – 10:30 PM | FREE

📍 The Backyard Bar – Apex

Sing your heart out during this popular midweek karaoke night.

Weekly Skee-Ball Tournament

8:00 PM – 10:30 PM | FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade – Durham

Compete in skee-ball and enjoy arcade games with friends.

City Soul Café Open Mic

8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | $10

📍 Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge – Raleigh

A soulful open mic featuring live music, poetry, and spoken word.

Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery

8:00 PM – 11:45 PM | FREE

📍 Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop – Durham

Late-night karaoke paired with mead, cider, and craft beverages.

Open Mic Week

8:00 PM | FREE

📍 Abbey Road – Cary

An open stage for musicians, comedians, and creatives.

Beer Pong Tournament

8:30 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade – Raleigh

Grab a partner and compete in this casual, high-energy tournament.

Looking for More Things to Do?

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DoRaleigh Jan 27

Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide – Concerts, Comedy and Live Performances – January 27 – February 1st

Looking for the biggest concerts, comedy shows, and live performances in the Triangle this week? From nationally touring comedians to symphony performances and packed music halls, this week’s Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide highlights must-see shows across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Saxapahaw, Pinehurst, Goldsboro, and Fayetteville.

Whether you’re planning a date night, a weekend outing, or a night of laughs, here’s what’s happening across the region.

🎤 Tuesday, January 27

Brittany Schmitt

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

The Floozies & Too Many Zooz

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro

Ellise

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 Motorco Music Hall – Durham

🎶 Wednesday, January 28

The Movement

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh

Graeson McGaha

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

Thursday, January 29

Track Stars

🕕 6:00 PM

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

Glenn Miller Orchestra

🕖 7:00 PM

📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh

Dustin Nickerson

🕖 7:15 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

Yu and I

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Paramount Theatre – Goldsboro

North Carolina Symphony: A Little Night Music

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Owens Auditorium – Pinehurst

Tom Papa

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 Carolina Theatre – Durham

The Girls

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 The Pour House Music Hall – Raleigh

Friday, January 30

Dustin Nickerson

🕖 7:00 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

Nefesh Mountain

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Cary Arts Center – Cary

Appalachian Road Show

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Fletcher Opera Theater – Raleigh

Cocoa Brown

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

Zachariah Porter

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh

Ms. Pat

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 Carolina Theatre – Durham

Josh Ritter

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 Haw River Ballroom – Saxapahaw

Panic Stricken (Widespread Panic Tribute)

🕣 8:30 PM

📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh

Maj Deeka

🕘 9:00 PM

📍 The Pour House Music Hall – Raleigh

Dustin Nickerson

🕤 9:15 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

Cocoa Brown

🕤 9:45 PM

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

Saturday, January 31

Dustin Nickerson

🕕 6:00 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

Cocoa Brown

🕡 6:30 PM

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

Hannah Berner

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Durham Performing Arts Center – Durham

Ninajirachi

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 The Fruit – Durham

Knot Your Kind

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh

Dustin Nickerson

🕣 8:30 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

Cocoa Brown

🕘 9:00 PM

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

Sunday, February 1

Gaspare Randazzo

🕑 2:00 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

Whose Live Anyway?

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Crown Theatre at the Crown Center – Fayetteville

Cocoa Brown

🕢 7:30 PM

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

Bronwyn Keith-Hynes

🕗 8:00 PM

📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro

Plan Your Week with DoRaleigh

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DoRaleigh Jan 24

The Triangle Event Guide (If the Storm Doesn’t Shut Everything Down) – Weekend Edition January 24–25th

If winter weather cooperates, the Triangle is packed with free festivals, live music, comedy, family activities, markets, yoga, and community gatherings this weekend across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, Apex, and beyond.

This Weekend Triangle Event Guide highlights the best things to do—most of them FREE or low-cost—so you can make the most of your Saturday and Sunday. As always, be sure to check event pages and weather updates before heading out.

📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026

🛍️ Markets, Art & Culture

Durham Craft Market 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | FREE | Durham Central Park

Drawing in the Galleries 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | FREE | Ackland Art Museum, Chapel Hill

Drumming Showcase: Global Rhythms 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | FREE | Five Points Center for Active Adults

Family Saturday Series: #TALLTales 11:00 AM | $5 | The Carolina Theatre, Durham

New NC State Capitol Tour (Greek & Roman Symbols) 12:00 PM | FREE | North Carolina State Capitol, Raleigh

🌿 Wellness, Outdoors & Community

Visiting Hours – Walk for Peace (Lunch Stop) 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM | FREE | The Chapel at Dix Park

Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | FREE | City of Raleigh Museum

History Hike 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM | FREE | Historic Yates Mill County Park Cary

Really Really Free Market 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | FREE | Walnut Street Park, Cary

Join Buddhist Monks on Walk to the Capitol 2:00 PM | FREE | Dix Park

Peace Gathering with Walk for Peace 3:30 PM | FREE | North Carolina State Capitol

🎶 Live Music, Comedy & Nightlife

Live Music: DJ Marrs 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM | FREE | Boxyard RTP Raleigh

Brewing Book Fair 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE | Raleigh

Brewing Christmas Tree Burning Party 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM | FREE | Steel String Brewery (Mebane)

Live Music 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Fortnight Brewing, Wake Forest

6:30 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE | Southern Peak Brewery, Apex

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE | The Williams House Craft Taproom, Cary

Karaoke Nights Durty Bull Brewing (Durham) Old North State Food Hall (Selma)

Comedy & Improv Highlights Saturday Comedy Improv Jam | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham

Claudia Rickard’s Comedy Hypnosis Charity Event | Bombshell Beer, Holly Springs

A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Night | Local 919, Raleigh

📅 Sunday, January 25, 2026

🧘 Wellness, Arts & Family Fun

Pay-What-You-Can Yoga 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $1–$10 | Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh

Visit Cow Sanctuary 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | $0–$25 | Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, Chapel Hill

Puzzle Swap 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | FREE | Sneaky Penguin Brewing, Raleigh

Artspace Open Studio 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | FREE | Artspace, Raleigh

Meet Hurricanes’ Jaccob Slavin 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | FREE | Two Roosters Ice Cream, Wake Forest

🎤 Music, Open Mics & Community Events

West 94th Street Pub Chili Cookoff 3:00 PM | FREE | Durham

Craft Club & Supply Swap 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | FREE | Glass Jug Downtown Durham

Open Mic Nights Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh Clouds Brewing Taproom, Raleigh

Moon Dog Meadery, Durham Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE | Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

The Devine Feminine Comedy Showcase 8:00 PM | FREE | Devine’s Restaurant & Sports Bar, Durham

❄️ Weather Watch Reminder

With winter weather in the forecast, confirm event status before heading out and travel safely. Many of these events are community-driven and may adjust schedules if conditions change.

📌 Stay Connected

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DoRaleigh Jan 23

Triangle Event Guide Free Things To Do on Friday January 23rd Edition

Looking for free events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, and Wendell this Friday? The Triangle Event Guide for Friday, January 23, 2026 is packed with live music, outdoor activities, community gatherings, open mics, and family-friendly experiences — all at no cost.

Whether you’re planning a daytime outing or a full night out, here’s what’s happening around the Triangle 👇

🎉 Friday, January 23, 2026 — Free Events Across the Triangle

Free Friday at Mordecai Historic Park

🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | FREE

📍 Raleigh

Explore one of Raleigh’s most historic sites with free admission all day — perfect for history lovers and families.

Visiting Hours for Walk for Peace in Apex — Lunchtime Stop

🕥 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM | FREE

📍 Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

Stop by during lunch hours to reflect, connect, and support this meaningful community initiative.

Free Laundry Event with Uplift Laundry Truck (2 Free Loads!)

🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE

📍 The Wash House

A powerful community support event offering free laundry services for those in need.

Live Music: Emily Musolino & Azul

🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE

📍 Boxyard RTP

Kick off the evening with live music at one of the Triangle’s most popular outdoor food and music destinations.

Fourth Friday Fire with Durham Parks & Recreation

🕕 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | FREE

📍 West Point on the Eno

Gather around the fire for an evening of community and nature along the Eno River.

Visiting Hours for Walk for Peace in Apex — Evening Session

🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

📍 Apex High School

An evening opportunity to participate in this community-centered event in Apex.

Acoustic Open Mic Night

🕡 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

📍 Esmeralda’s Cafe

Enjoy local talent, poetry, and acoustic sets in a cozy café setting.

Bounce & Brews DJ Night

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

📍 Gizmo Brew Works

A high-energy DJ night pairing beats with craft beer favorites.

Karaoke Bingo Night

🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

📍 KōMANA Brewing Company

A fun twist on karaoke and bingo — great for groups and after-work crowds.

Hoppy Hour Cinema Movie Series

🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

📍 The Glass Jug Downtown Durham Taproom

Watch a movie while sipping local brews in downtown Durham.

Video Game Night

🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

📍 Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop

Retro and modern gaming paired with mead and craft beverages.

Live Music: Rhinestone Country Night ft. Russ Varnell & His Too Country Band

🕢 7:30 PM | FREE

📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company

A lively country music night in Wendell with dancing encouraged.

Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

📍 Durty Bull Brewing Company

Catch rising comedians testing new material in a relaxed brewery setting.

Karaoke with Mega Mike

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company

Wrap up the night with crowd-favorite karaoke in downtown Raleigh.

📍 Explore More Triangle Events

From Raleigh to Durham, Cary, Apex, and beyond, the Triangle is full of free ways to connect, unwind, and explore your community.

👉 Check back daily for updated Triangle Event Guides, weekend roundups, and local highlights.

Discover free events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, and Wendell on Friday, January 23, 2026. Live music, community events, open mics, movies, and more in the DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide.

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DoRaleigh Jan 21

Triangle Event Guide Wednesday January 21st Edition

Looking for things to do in the Triangle on Wednesday, January 21, 2026? This midweek Triangle Event Guide is packed with FREE and low-cost events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Wake Forest, Apex, Pittsboro, and Siler City. From board game nights and live jazz to yoga, karaoke, open mics, and community gatherings, there’s something for everyone tonight.

Whether you’re planning an after-work outing or a late-night hang, this guide has you covered.

🎲 Games, Socials & Community Events

Board Game Night

🕛 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

📍 Gizmo Brew Works – Durham

Wednesdays at One: Free Lunch & Chocolate-Making

🕧 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM | FREE

📍 Grace Lutheran Church – Durham

Board Game Night

🕓 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE

📍 PourWorks Beer and Wine Shop – Raleigh

Wednesday Night Free Tastings

🕠 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | FREE

📍 D’s Bottle Shop and Craft Beer College

Visiting Hours – Walk for Peace Overnight Rest Stop

🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

📍 Jordan-Matthews High School – Siler City

Book Swap + “Make Your Own Bookmark” Craft Station

🕕 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

📍 Steel String Brewery – Carrboro

🧘 Fitness, Wellness & Outdoor Fun

Free Acro Yoga (Indoors)

🕠 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

📍 Method Road Park – Raleigh

Seize the Night Trail Run

🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | $2

📍 Forest Ridge Park – Wake Forest

Ballroom Dancing Social with Pullen Dance

🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | $5

📍 Pullen Community Center

Raleigh Drum Circle & Hoop Jam

🕖 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

📍 Method Road Park – Raleigh

🎶 Live Music, Open Mics & Karaoke

Live Jazz in the Study

🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

📍 Peck & Plume – Cary

Bring Your Own Craft Night

🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE

📍 Raleigh Brewing

Open Mic

🕡 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE

📍 Fair Game Beverage Co. – Pittsboro

Karaoke Night

🕗 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM | FREE

📍 The Backyard Bar – Apex

Weekly Skee-Ball Tournament

🕗 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM | FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade – Durham

City Soul Café Open Mic

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | $10

📍 Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge – Raleigh

Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery

🕗 8:00 PM – 11:45 PM | FREE

📍 Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop – Durham

Open Mic Week

🕗 8:00 PM | FREE

📍 Abbey Road Cary

Beer Pong Tournament

🕣 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar and Arcade – Raleigh

Why You’ll Love This Guide

✔️ Tons of FREE events

✔️ Activities across the entire Triangle

✔️ Perfect for after-work plans or late-night fun

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DoRaleigh Jan 20

The Weekly Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide

Looking for the biggest concerts, comedy shows, and live performances in the Triangle this week? From nationally touring comedians and Grammy-winning musicians to orchestral masterpieces and high-energy club shows, this Weekly Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide highlights the can’t-miss events happening across Raleigh, Durham, Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Cary, and beyond.

Whether you’re planning a date night, a weekend out with friends, or a solo night of live entertainment, here’s your curated guide to the Triangle’s top ticketed events.

🎤 Tuesday, January 20

7:30 PM – Masood Boomgaard Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

8:00 PM – 54 Ultra Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro

🎭 Wednesday, January 21

7:15 PM – Sarper Guven Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

8:00 PM – Gregory Alan Isakov Durham Performing Arts Center – Durham

😂 Thursday, January 22

7:00 PM – Don McMillan Raleigh Improv – Cary

7:15 PM – Sarper Guven Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

7:45 PM – Anthony Fuentes Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

8:00 PM – Willingdon The Pour House Music Hall – Raleigh

🎶 Friday, January 23

7:00 PM – Pete Holmes Carolina Theatre – Durham

7:00 PM – Chad Daniels Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

7:00 PM – Tell Me Lies (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) The Clayton Center – Clayton

7:30 PM – Akropolis Reed Quintet Baldwin Auditorium at Duke University – Durham

7:30 PM – Chandler James Band Dunn Center for the Performing Arts – Rocky Mount

8:00 PM – North Carolina Symphony: All Mozart Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh

8:00 PM – Brett Young Durham Performing Arts Center – Durham

9:00 PM – YDG The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh

🎸 Saturday, January 24

6:30 PM – Rene Vaca Raleigh Improv – Cary

7:00 PM – Seth Meyers Durham Performing Arts Center – Durham

7:00 PM – Turtle Smash: Live Band Emo Night Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro

8:00 PM – Renee Fleming Memorial Hall at Chapel Hill – Chapel Hill

8:00 PM – On The Border (Eagles Tribute) The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh

9:00 PM – D.O.D. The Fruit – Durham

🎵 Sunday, January 25

6:00 PM – Rene Vaca Raleigh Improv – Cary

8:00 PM – Camisole The Pour House Music Hall – Raleigh

🎤 Monday, January 26

7:00 PM – Meet Me At The Altar Kings – Raleigh

8:00 PM – Daffo Cat’s Cradle (Back Room) – Carrboro

🎟️ Plan Your Week

Tickets for many of these events sell fast—especially weekend comedy shows and headline concerts. Be sure to grab tickets early and check venue policies for seating, parking, and entry times.

For more Triangle event guides, concerts, comedy shows, and nightlife, visit DoRaleigh.com and stay plugged into what’s happening across the Triangle.

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DoRaleigh Jan 8

The Triangle Event Guide Thursday January 8th Edition

Looking for things to do across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, Wendell, Knightdale, and beyond? This Triangle Event Guide for Thursday, January 8, 2026 highlights free events, live music, games, festivals, and community gatherings happening all across the Triangle. Whether you’re into history, trivia, food access, or nightlife, there’s something happening near you tonight.

🎉 Events Happening Across the Triangle

Siler City History Club

10:30 am – 11:30 am | FREE

📍 First Baptist Church — Siler City

A community-focused history discussion welcoming residents interested in preserving and learning about local heritage.

Throwback Thursday

3:00 pm | Discounted

📍 Oak City Brewing Company — Knightdale

Enjoy throwback tunes and discounted drinks to kick off your Thursday afternoon.

Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm | FREE

📍 Parktown Food Hub — Durham

A community food distribution event supporting food access and local families.

Live Music

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE

📍 Blackbird Brewery — Wake Forest

Unwind with live music and craft beer in a relaxed brewery setting.

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival

6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | $16.74–$30.64

📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre — Cary

A must-see seasonal experience featuring illuminated lantern displays, performances, and cultural showcases.

Live Music

6:00 pm | FREE

📍 Bearded Bee Brewing Company — Wendell

Enjoy local brews and live tunes in downtown Wendell.

Doodle & Drink

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE

📍 Ment Beverage Co. — Durham

Sip, sketch, and socialize at this laid-back creative meetup.

Music Bingo

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE

📍 Fortnight Brewing — Cary

A fun twist on bingo combining music, prizes, and craft beer.

Board Game Night

7:00 pm – 11:00 pm | FREE

📍 Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop — Durham

Grab friends and enjoy classic and modern board games with mead and craft beverages.

Air Hockey Tournament

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade — Durham

Compete for bragging rights in this high-energy arcade tournament.

Jazz Jam Open Mic

8:00 pm – 11:00 pm | FREE

📍 Bond Brothers Eastside — Cary

Musicians and jazz lovers gather for an open jam session.

Thursday Karaoke

9:00 pm – 11:00 pm | FREE

📍 Tap Yard — Raleigh

Sing your heart out at one of Raleigh’s favorite casual hangouts.

Skee Ball Tournament

9:00 pm – 11:00 pm | FREE

📍 Boxcar Bar and Arcade — Raleigh

Late-night competition and classic arcade fun in downtown Raleigh.

📌 Why Follow the Triangle Event Guide?

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