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  • June 2025

  • Sun 29
    June 29 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Burning Coal Theatre Company Presents: WAIT TIL YOU SEE THIS! 2025: Forgive Us, Gustavito

    Burning Coal Theatre Company Presents: WAIT TIL YOU SEE THIS! 2025: Forgive Us, Gustavito

    Burning Coal Theatre 224 Polk St, Raleigh

    Burning Coal Theatre Company presents Wait Til You See This! 2025, its Second Stage Series of collaborations with emerging artists. This year’s productions include Ride The Cyclone (written by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell, directed by Jireh Ijeoma; co-production with Pure Life Theatre), The Mansion of Many Apartments (written and directed by Bronwen Carson), Sea…

    $10
  • Sun 29
    June 29 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm The Color Purple

    The Color Purple

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    This musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel (and the popular 1985 Steven Spielberg film) spotlights Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening over the course of 40 years forms the arc of this epic story. With a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, African music and blues, The Color Purple is a…

    $31
  • Sun 29
    June 29 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Burning Coal Theatre Company Presents: WAIT TIL YOU SEE THIS! 2025: Ride The Cyclone by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell

    Burning Coal Theatre Company Presents: WAIT TIL YOU SEE THIS! 2025: Ride The Cyclone by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell

    Burning Coal Theatre 224 Polk St, Raleigh

    Burning Coal Theatre Company presents Wait Til You See This! 2025, its Second Stage Series of collaborations with emerging artists. This year’s productions include Ride The Cyclone (written by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell, directed by Jireh Ijeoma; co-production with Pure Life Theatre), The Mansion of Many Apartments (written and directed by Bronwen Carson), Sea…

    $20
  • July 2025

  • Tue 1
    July 1 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Beer and Banjos: Madison Abigail

    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 2
    July 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Mad Libs® Live!

    Mad Libs® Live!

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    In Mad Libs Live!, our story begins at the finals of Teen Superstars, the live TV show that will determine the most popular singing group at Blankville Central High. Virtuosa, Gogo, Geyser, and Merrily seem to have nothing in common – until just before airtime, when they realize that their songs are missing words! In the…

    $23
  • Wed 2
    July 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Witch

    Witch

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    A charming devil arrives in the quiet village of Edmonton to bargain for the souls of its residents in exchange for their darkest wishes. Elizabeth should be his easiest target, having been labeled a “witch” and cast out by the town, but her soul is not so readily bought. As the devil returns to convince…

    $33
  • Wed 2
    July 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Cinderella

    Cinderella

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    A magical holiday tradition returns! For over 40 years, Raleigh Little Theatre has enchanted audiences with this musical comedy take on Cinderella. With dazzling costumes, toe-tapping tunes, and plenty of laughs, this beloved fairy tale comes to life on stage. Join Ella, her mischievous stepfamily, a charming prince, and a Fairy Godmother who makes the impossible…

    $36
  • Wed 2
    July 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Moonlight and Magnolias

    Moonlight and Magnolias

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    1939 Hollywood is abuzz. Legendary producer David O. Selznick has shut down production of his new epic, Gone with the Wind, because something’s not right with the script. Summoning both famed screenwriter Ben Hecht and formidable director Victor Fleming, he locks the doors, closes the shades, and on a diet of bananas and peanuts, the three…

    $33
  • Wed 2
    July 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 1776

    1776

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles…

    $33
  • Wed 2
    July 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Hobbit

    The Hobbit

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    Bilbo Baggins, one of the most reserved of all Hobbits, is asked to leave his large, roomy and very dry home in the ground in order to set off as chief robber in an attempt to recover an important treasure. It’s the last thing that any sensitive Hobbit would want to do, but a great…

    $23
  • Wed 2
    July 2 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm School of Rock

    School of Rock

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    Based on the hit movie, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight-A pupils into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band.…

    $33
  • Tue 8
    July 8 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Beer and Banjos (11th Anniversary!): Eastside Ramblers

    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
  • Thu 10
    July 10 - July 13

    Raleigh Fringe Festival

    Theatre Raleigh Arts Center 6638 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

    The Raleigh Fringe Festival (July 10-13 at Theatre Raleigh Arts Center) is a performing arts festival celebrating everything weird and wonderful in the Raleigh region! This year's event will feature: 14 ticketed shows in our primary lineup, street performers/buskers throughout the lobby and outside, community events like a Prop Swap, Fringe on Film, and more.…

  • Thu 10
    July 10 @ 8:00 am Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Thu 10
    July 10 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Thu 10
    July 10 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    PineCone Old Time Jam at Riparian

    Riparian Provision Company 1408 S. Saunders St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Held on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 7-9 pm at the Riparian Provision Company (1408 South Saunders Street, Raleigh). This is an up to speed, gather in a circle kind of jam. It’s led by great players who work to make sure there’s space for everyone in the tunes. The leader picks a…

  • Fri 11
    July 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Sat 12
    July 12 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Sat 12
    July 12 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

    One Day Workshop: Sewing 101

    The Joel Fund 822 S White Street, Wake Forest

    Instructor: Grace McFetters Caldwell When: Saturday, July 12, 9 am - 1 pm Where: TJF If you have ever been intimidated to learn to sew on a sewing machine, now is your chance to learn with The Joel Fund! In the no-nonsense class, instructor Grace McFetters Caldwell will take you through the basic mechanics of…

    $10
  • Sat 12
    July 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

    Rhythm & Reels – Tambem 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
  • Sun 13
    July 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Tue 15
    July 15 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Wed 16
    July 16 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Wed 16
    July 16 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Beer and Banjos: Kyle Caudle

    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
  • Thu 17
    July 17 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Fri 18
    July 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Fri 18
    July 18 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    One Day Clay Workshop: Origami Trinket Tray

    The Joel Fund 822 S White Street, Wake Forest

    Instructor: Emily Malpass Date: Friday, July 18 When: 11 am - 1 pm This one-time workshop will provide you with the materials and techniques needed to create a small origami-style trinket tray for your jewelry, keys, or other small items, or to give as a special gift to someone you love. We will roll our…

    $10
  • Sat 19
    July 19 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Sat 19
    July 19 @ 8:15 pm - 10:15 pm

    Rhythm & Reels – “Moana 2” 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 20
    July 20 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Mon 21
    July 21 @ 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 22
    July 22 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Tue 22
    July 22 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Beer and Banjos: Wilted Plums

    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
  • Tue 22
    July 22 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Square Dance Open House – no experience needed!

    st. James United Methodist Church, Carson Hall 3808 St. James Church Road, Raleigh

    The Best Dancers Are the Ones Laughing! Never square danced before? Think you’ve got two left feet? Perfect — you’ll fit right in! Join us for a lively Square Dance Open House, where the music is upbeat, the laughter is contagious, and messing up is half the fun. No experience? No partner? No problem! Our…

    Free
  • Wed 23
    July 23 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Thu 24
    July 24 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Fri 25
    July 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Harmonic Chaos

    Harmonic Chaos

    Block Gallery Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Art exhibition featuring new works from Martha Thorn and Tonya Thornton. Opening reception Thursday 5/8 5:30-7:30.

    Free
  • Fri 25
    July 25 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    You Are Glowing! Neon Fashion Party at Artspace

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

    Wear your best neon fashion and join artist Candy Carver for a night out in an immersive black light art installation!✨ Wear your best neon fashion and join artist Candy Carver for the best art party of the summer among her black-light art installation, Find Your Glimmer! ✨Explore the installation, make your own glimmer jewelry,…

  • Fri 25
    July 25 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm Hadestown: Teen Edition

    Hadestown: Teen Edition

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    Following two intertwining love stories – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of immortal King Hades and lady Persephone – Hadestown invites audiences on a journey to the underworld and back through the retelling of a haunting Greek tragedy. Inspired by traditions of classic American folk music and vintage New Orleans jazz,…

    $16
  • Fri 25
    July 25 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm Hadestown: Teen Edition

    Hadestown: Teen Edition

    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    Following two intertwining love stories – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of immortal King Hades and lady Persephone – Hadestown invites audiences on a journey to the underworld and back through the retelling of a haunting Greek tragedy. Inspired by traditions of classic American folk music and vintage New Orleans jazz, Hadestown pits industry against…

    $16
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