DoRaleighRaleigh Big Ticket Event Guide: Weekend Edition (May 16–18, 2025)
The Triangle is delivering a powerhouse weekend of music, comedy, and cultural performances — and if you’re looking for the big names, sold-out shows, and can’t-miss moments, this guide is for you. From Red Hat Amphitheater to Goodnights Comedy Club, here’s what’s lighting up Raleigh and beyond this weekend.
FRIDAY, MAY 16: Kick Off with Energy
6:00 PM
The String Cheese Incident
Red Hat Amphitheater – Raleigh
Jam legends bring an eclectic blend of bluegrass, rock, and funk under the open sky.
7:00 PM
Ginger Billy
Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Southern-fried hilarity with viral sensation Ginger Billy.
7:30 PM
Della Mae
Fletcher Opera Theater – Raleigh
GRAMMY-nominated string band brings lyrical depth and instrumental mastery.
7:30 PM
Amy Silverberg
Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Witty, sharp, and on the rise — don’t miss this LA-based comedian’s Raleigh set.
8:00 PM
NC Symphony: Mozart Requiem
Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
A stirring performance of one of Mozart’s most dramatic masterpieces.
8:00 PM
Travis Tritt
DPAC – Durham
Country star and Grammy-winner brings decades of hits to the Triangle.
8:00 PM
Chloe Moriondo
Motorco Music Hall – Durham
Indie-pop meets punk energy in an intimate Durham venue.
8:00 PM
Kaki King
The Rialto Theater – Raleigh
Guitar wizardry and multimedia performance like you’ve never seen.
8:00 PM
Nightrain – Guns N’ Roses Tribute
Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
All the swagger and riffs of the real thing — and just as loud.
9:15 PM
Ginger Billy (Encore Show)
Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
9:15 PM
Tim Dillon
Raleigh Improv – Cary
Controversial, biting, and brilliantly funny.
9:45 PM
Amy Silverberg (Encore Show)
Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
10:00 PM
Barely Alive & beastboi.
The Underground – Raleigh
Bass drops and neon lights for the late-night EDM crowd.
SATURDAY, MAY 17: Music, Laughter & Legends
4:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Triangle Youth Jazz Spring Concert Series
Cary Arts Center – Cary
A showcase of the region’s most talented young jazz musicians.
7:00 PM
Faithfully: Eagles & Journey Tribute
Liberty Showcase Theater – Liberty
7:00 PM
Fayetteville’s Ultimate Lip Sync Showdown
Crown Expo Center – Fayetteville
7:30 PM
Kool & The Gang
Koka Booth Amphitheatre – Cary
“Get Down On It” with funk and soul royalty under the stars.
7:30 PM
Amy Silverberg
Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
8:00 PM
NC Symphony: Mozart Requiem (Encore)
Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
8:00 PM
Get The Led Out – Tribute Band
DPAC – Durham
8:00 PM
Teddy Swims
Red Hat Amphitheater – Raleigh
Genre-blurring vocals and major stage presence.
8:00 PM
Joe Pug
The Rialto Theater – Raleigh
8:00 PM
Brett Dennen & River Whyless
Motorco Music Hall – Durham
8:00 PM
Lucius & Victoria Canal
Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro
8:00 PM
Durand Bernarr
The Ritz – Raleigh
8:00 PM
Guardianes Del Amor & BXS Y Mas
Evolution Music Hall – Wilson
8:30 PM
Perpetual Groove
Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
9:00 PM
Tim Dillon (Encore Show)
Raleigh Improv – Cary
9:30 PM
Ginger Billy (Encore Show)
Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
10:00 PM
Amy Silverberg (Encore Show)
Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
SUNDAY, MAY 18: Winding Down in Style
2:00 PM
RnB Brunch
Raleigh Improv – Cary
Mimosas and music — need we say more?
2:00 PM & 5:00 PM
Triangle Youth Music Concerts
Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
4:30 PM
Mike Goodwin
Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
6:00 PM
Bullet For My Valentine & Trivium
Red Hat Amphitheater – Raleigh
Hard rock’s heavy hitters return with a vengeance.
7:00 PM
Maria Bamford
Carolina Theatre – Durham
Surreal, sincere, and side-splitting.
7:00 PM
Jim Jefferies
DPAC – Durham
A master of satire and stand-up grit.
7:00 PM
Uncle Hank & Nephew Big Lowdown
Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Don’t Miss a Beat
This weekend is stacked with talent across genres, venues, and vibes. Whether you’re craving classical music, stand-up comedy, country legends, or underground beats, DoRaleigh.com is your go-to for all things Raleigh big ticket. Make plans, grab your crew, and get your tickets now — it’s going to be a weekend to remember.
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