#akon โ Public Fediverse posts
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On 31 August 2020: Singer #Akon lays the first stone for Akon City, a futuristic solar-powered city to be built in Senegal, saying it will be a real-life version of Wakanda in "Black Panther".
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Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide โ Top Concerts, Comedy Shows & Live Entertainment | July 5โ12, 2026
Looking for the biggest concerts, comedy shows, and live entertainment happening around the Triangle this week? DoRaleigh.com has you covered with the hottest events taking place in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and Selma from July 5 through July 12, 2026.
Whether youโre a fan of chart-topping artists, legendary performers, stand-up comedy, indie music, or unique live experiences, thereโs something happening every night across the Triangle.
Sunday, July 5
The week begins with two major performances:
- Madison Beer performs at Red Hat Amphitheater in downtown Raleigh at 7:30 p.m.
- Harry Connick Jr. brings his timeless blend of jazz and pop to DPAC in Durham at 7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 6
- Indie rock fans can catch Bellows at The Pinhook in Durham beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 7
Tuesday offers entertainment for music lovers and comedy fans alike.
- Throwback Sounds of Summer at the Rudy Theatre in Selma starts at 12:45 p.m.
- The North Carolinaโs Funniest Person Contest continues at Goodnights Comedy Club in Raleigh beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 8
Laugh your way through the middle of the week as the North Carolinaโs Funniest Person Contest returns to Goodnights Comedy Club at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 9
Thursday features live music and comedy.
- The Ries Brothers perform at The Pour House Music Hall in Raleigh at 8 p.m.
- Comedian Bobby Jaycox takes the stage at Goodnights Comedy Club at 8 p.m.
Friday, July 10
Friday is packed with some of the biggest events of the week.
Major Concerts
- Ne-Yo & Akon โ Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
- Blackberry Smoke โ DPAC
- The Pretty Reckless โ The Ritz
- The White Buffalo โ Lincoln Theatre
- Sidecar Social Club โ Koka Booth Amphitheatre
- Magic Tuber Stringband โ The Pinhook
- Birdleaf โ Local 506
- Vastive โ The Pour House Music Hall
Comedy
Comedy fans have multiple opportunities to catch:
- Tommy Davidson at Goodnights Comedy Club
- Chris Higgins at Room 861 at Goodnights
Both comedians perform early and late Friday evening.
Saturday, July 11
Saturday delivers one of the biggest entertainment lineups of the summer.
Concert Highlights
- Paul Simon โ Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
- Gladys Knight โ Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
- Wilco โ Durham Performing Arts Center
- Bedroom Division โ The Pour House
- Styrofoam Winos โ The Pinhook
- United We Dance โ Lincoln Theatre
Special Events
- Bingo Loco returns to The Ritz with afternoon and evening shows.
- Throwback Sounds of Summer continues at the Rudy Theatre.
Comedy
Enjoy multiple performances from:
- Tommy Davidson
- Chris Higgins
with evening and late-night shows.
Sunday, July 12
Close out the weekend with more laughs as:
- Tommy Davidson performs at Goodnights Comedy Club.
- Chris Higgins appears at Room 861.
Plan Your Week
This weekโs entertainment calendar features Grammy Award-winning artists, Rock & Roll legends, R&B icons, nationally touring comedians, indie favorites, and unforgettable live performances throughout the Triangle.
Whether youโre planning date night, a family outing, or a weekend with friends, thereโs no shortage of incredible entertainment happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and surrounding communities.
Be sure to purchase tickets early for high-demand performances, especially Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Madison Beer, Ne-Yo & Akon, Harry Connick Jr., and Tommy Davidson, as many shows are expected to sell quickly.
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#Akon #CaryEvents #ChapelHillEvents #comedyRaleigh #concertsRaleigh #DoRaleigh #DPAC #DurhamEvents #events #GladysKnight #GoodnightsComedyClub #HarryConnickJr #July2026Events #KokaBoothAmphitheatre #LincolnTheatre #liveMusicRaleigh #MadisonBeer #NeYo #News #PaulSimon #RaleighEvents #RedHatAmphitheater #TheRitzRaleigh #thingsToDoInRaleigh #TommyDavidson #TriangleBigTicketEventGuide #TriangleNC #WalnutCreek #weekendEventsRaleigh -
India.Arie - I Am Not My Hair (Official Music Video) ft. Akon
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The Sweet Escape ๐ฝ
#GwenStefani #Akon
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The Sweet Escape ๐ซ
#GwenStefani #Akon
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On 16 April 1973: #Akon, Senegalese American #singer-#songwriter and producer ("Trouble"; "Lonely"; "Smack That"), born in St. Louis, Missouri.
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Ne-Yo & Akon komen op vrijdag 15 mei 2026 naar de Ziggo Dome, meldt concertorganisator MOJO dinsdag. Het tweetal doet de Amsterdamse concertzaal aan in het kader van hun gezamenlijke wereldtour Nights Like This.
https://www.rtl.nl/boulevard/artikel/5559642/akon-en-ne-yo-bundelen-krachten-ziggo-dome
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The Sweet Escape ๐
#GwenStefani #Akon
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The Sweet Escape ๐ญ
#GwenStefani #Akon
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Akon is arrested in Georgia over an out-of-county warrant. Read what happened and why it matters. Read the full story below #ValidUpdates #Akon #arrest #Georgia #music
https://validupdates.com/2025/11/singer-akon-is-arrested-in-georgia-over-an-out-of-county-warrant/
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Zanger en rapper Akon is vorige week opgepakt. Dat gebeurde volgens Amerikaanse media in de staat Georgia.
https://www.rtl.nl/boulevard/artikel/5538558/akon-zes-uur-na-arrestatie-weer-vrijgelaten
