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  • August 2025

  • Sat 16
    August 16 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Waitress

    Waitress

    De Ann S. Jones Theatre at Theatre Raleigh Arts Center 6638 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

    One of the most beloved Broadway musicals in recent seasons makes its way to Theatre Raleigh in a new production that will make you laugh and touch your heart. Featuring unforgettable music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner Sara Bareilles, the story centers on Jenna, a baker who dreams of escaping her job, small town…

    $33 – $52
  • Sat 16
    August 16 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    Rhythm & Reels – “A Minecraft Movie” Movie

    Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre 2600 Evans Rd, Apex

    Join us on select Saturday evenings at the Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre for a night of music and movies under the stars. Our 2025 music lineup boasts a variety of genres from nu-funk to garage punk, and features several bands from Western North Carolina! So come groove with GRAMMY® Award-winning band King Garbage, let loose…

    Free
  • Sun 17
    August 17 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Sip + Stitch

    201 E Davie St 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!

  • Sun 17
    August 17 @ 2:00 pm - 2:40 pm

    Cheerful Cellists: an Interactive Concert

    Peach Road Cultural Center 911 Ileagnes Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Join us for a fun, family-friendly cello concert at Peach Road Cultural Center on August 17 at 2 pm! Our program features light and accessible pieces where we'll invite audience members to join along with our cellists (on simple instruments like shakers and Boomwhackers) so come ready to hear and try new things as part…

    Free
  • Sun 17
    August 17 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Once Upon a Mattress

    Once Upon a Mattress

    NRACT 7713 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh

    Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess,…

  • Mon 18
    August 18 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    PineCone Beginners’ Bluegrass Jam

    Harry’s Guitar Shop 556 Pylon Dr, Raleigh

    This jam is open to all musicians, not only beginners! It is a learning jam, though, to help those who are still learning the basics of bluegrass music and playing with other musicians. It is open to participants of all ages and abilities. This is a great opportunity for participants to learn basic jam etiquette…

  • Tue 19
    August 19 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Beer and Banjos: Momma Molasses

    Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard 1930 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Beer and Banjos is a free, family-friendly evening of roots music every Tuesday at Raleigh’s Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard. Hosted by the mighty local musicians known collectively as the Beer and Banjos Allstars, these weekly concerts feature guest musicians and take place on Bowstring’s spacious patio when the weather allows, or inside by the bar…

    Free
  • Wed 20
    August 20 @ 12:00 am

    Jazz

  • Fri 22
    August 22 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Once Upon a Mattress

    Once Upon a Mattress

    NRACT 7713 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh

    Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess,…

  • Sat 23
    August 23 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Summer Celebration 2025

    Artspace 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Send off the summer with us at our Summer Celebration with art experiences and fun for all ages!You’re invited to the family event of the summer! Join Artspace and partners for Summer Celebration featuring a youth art exhibition, hands-on art making activities and demonstrations. Plus, beat the heat with free snow cones and popcorn while…

  • Sat 23
    August 23 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

    Rhythm & Reels – Blue Cactus Concert

    Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre 2600 Evans Rd, Apex

    Join us on select Saturday evenings at the Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre for a night of music and movies under the stars. Our 2025 music lineup boasts a variety of genres from nu-funk to garage punk, and features several bands from Western North Carolina! So come groove with GRAMMY® Award-winning band King Garbage, let loose…

    Free
  • Sat 23
    August 23 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Raleigh Little Theatre’s Second Stage: Exit, Pursued by a Bear

    Raleigh Little Theatre’s Second Stage: Exit, Pursued by a Bear

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    Raleigh Little Theatre is thrilled to announce a brand new initiative for the 2025-2026 season: the Second Stage Series. This exciting new series will be dedicated to exploring narratives and themes that are not often part of our mainstage programming. We hope these staged readings will offer an opportunity to engage with bold, often challenging,…

    Free
  • Sat 23
    August 23 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Once Upon a Mattress

    Once Upon a Mattress

    NRACT 7713 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh

    Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess,…

  • Sun 24
    August 24 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Raleigh Little Theatre’s Second Stage: Exit, Pursued by a Bear

    Raleigh Little Theatre’s Second Stage: Exit, Pursued by a Bear

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    Raleigh Little Theatre is thrilled to announce a brand new initiative for the 2025-2026 season: the Second Stage Series. This exciting new series will be dedicated to exploring narratives and themes that are not often part of our mainstage programming. We hope these staged readings will offer an opportunity to engage with bold, often challenging,…

    Free
  • Sun 24
    August 24 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Once Upon a Mattress

    Once Upon a Mattress

    NRACT 7713 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh

    Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess,…

  • Mon 25
    August 25 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    PineCone Open Bluegrass Jam

    TransferCo Food Hall 500 E Davie St, Raleigh

    The monthly PineCone Bluegrass Jam is a “circle jam,” where musicians gather in a circle and play together. Tunes are played up to speed and everyone interested in playing bluegrass instruments is  welcome. This jam will be held outdoors when weather permits. TransferCo has a beautiful patio, with lots of room for pickers and spectators…

  • Tue 26
    August 26 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Beer and Banjos: Grand Shores

    Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard 1930 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Beer and Banjos is a free, family-friendly evening of roots music every Tuesday at Raleigh’s Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard. Hosted by the mighty local musicians known collectively as the Beer and Banjos Allstars, these weekly concerts feature guest musicians and take place on Bowstring’s spacious patio when the weather allows, or inside by the bar…

    Free
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