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Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide September 22–28, 2026 Edition

The Triangle’s concert and comedy calendar for September 22–28, 2026, includes Shaboozey, Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz, ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam, Rise Against, Suki Waterhouse, and a full lineup of theater and club performances.

This week’s Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide covers Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro, plus nearby outings in Fayetteville, Pinehurst, Liberty, Selma, and Littleton. Comedy fans have options throughout the week, including Bruce Bruce, Nate Jackson, Jordan Jensen, Becky Robinson, and Nateland Live.

Tuesday, September 22

• GoldFord — 7 p.m. at The Ritz, Raleigh.
• Shaboozey — 8 p.m. at Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh.
• Margaret Glaspy — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro.

Wednesday, September 23

Wednesday’s schedule includes an early start at The Ritz and several evening concerts across the Triangle. J. Cole’s listed performance offers an additional option in Fayetteville.

• Taste of Chaos: Hollywood Undead & In This Moment — 4 p.m. at The Ritz, Raleigh.
• J. Cole — 8 p.m. at Crown Coliseum at The Crown Center, Fayetteville.
• Joe Nunnink — 8 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Hot Flash Heat Wave — 8 p.m. at Local 506, Chapel Hill.
• Katie Pruitt — 8 p.m. at The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh.
• Son Little — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, Carrboro.

Thursday, September 24

ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam headline Thursday’s Cary lineup, while Raleigh offers comedy and Chapel Hill and Carrboro host club concerts.

• ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam — 7 p.m. at Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park, Cary.
• Gaurav Kapoor — In Hindi — 7 p.m. at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• North Carolina Symphony: Carlos Miguel Prieto — Mendelssohn Violin Concerto — 7:30 p.m. at Owens Auditorium at Bradshaw Performing Arts Center, Pinehurst.
• Brent Blakeney — 7:30 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Damien Jurado — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, Carrboro.
• Jay Buchanan — 8 p.m. at Local 506, Chapel Hill.

Friday, September 25

Friday begins with a noon North Carolina Symphony performance in downtown Raleigh. Evening options include W.A.S.P. & KK’s Priest, Glaive, Reverend Horton Heat, and multiple comedy showtimes.

• North Carolina Symphony: Carlos Miguel Prieto — Mendelssohn Violin Concerto — Noon at Meymandi Concert Hall, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh.
• Bruce Bruce — 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Jeffrey Keller — 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• W.A.S.P. & KK’s Priest — 8 p.m. at The Ritz, Raleigh.
• Glaive — 8 p.m. at The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh.
• Reverend Horton Heat — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro.
• Bebe Stockwell — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, Carrboro.
• The Hoppers — 8 p.m. at Liberty Showcase Theater, Liberty.
• R&B Rewind Millennial Edition — 8 p.m. at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh.
• Nate Jackson — 9:15 p.m. at Raleigh Improv, Cary.

Saturday, September 26

Saturday brings two major outdoor concert options to Raleigh: Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz at Walnut Creek and Gov’t Mule & Ziggy Marley at Red Hat Amphitheater. Comedy performances span Raleigh and Durham, with additional music in Carrboro, Selma, and Littleton.

• Classic Country Jubilee — 6:45 p.m. at Rudy Theatre, Selma.
• Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz — 7 p.m. at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, Raleigh.
• Gov’t Mule & Ziggy Marley — 7 p.m. at Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh.
• Bruce Bruce — 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Nateland Live: Greg Warren, Ryan Hamilton, Julian McCullough & Trish Suhr — 7 p.m. at Meymandi Concert Hall, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh.
• Landslide — A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac — 7:30 p.m. at Ed Fitts Outdoor Amphitheater at The Acorn Center, Littleton.
• Jordan Jensen — 8 p.m. at Carolina Theatre, Durham.
• Becky Robinson — 8 p.m. at Fletcher Opera Theater, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh.
• Sawyer Hill — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro.
• Jeffrey Keller — 10 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• JGBCB — 11:15 p.m. at The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh.

Sunday, September 27

Keep the weekend going with Rise Against at Red Hat Amphitheater, Suki Waterhouse at The Ritz, or one of several smaller-venue performances.

• Rise Against — 6:30 p.m. at Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh.
• Bring Out Yer Dead — 7 p.m. at The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh.
• Suki Waterhouse — 7 p.m. at The Ritz, Raleigh.
• Bruce Bruce — 7 p.m. at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Megan Woods — 7 p.m. at Ed Fitts Outdoor Amphitheater at The Acorn Center, Littleton.
• Jeffrey Keller — 7:30 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• We Rise to Fall — 8 p.m. at The Pour House Music Hall, Raleigh.

Monday, September 28

The guide closes with three Monday concerts in Carrboro and Durham.

• Maggie Miles — 6:45 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, Carrboro.
• Slothrust — 8 p.m. at Motorco Music Hall, Durham.
• Powerplant — 8 p.m. at The Pinhook, Durham.

Plan Your Triangle Concert or Comedy Outing

Ticket prices and availability were not included in the supplied listings. Check official venue or artist ticket pages for current availability, seating options, age restrictions, and entry policies. Confirm whether the listed time refers to doors opening or the performance itself.

All times are Eastern. Fayetteville, Pinehurst, Liberty, Selma, and Littleton events require travel beyond the central Triangle, so allow extra time when planning those outings.

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Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide September 22–28, 2026 Edition

The Triangle’s concert and comedy calendar for September 22–28, 2026, includes Shaboozey, Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz, ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam, Rise Against, Suki Waterhouse, and a full lineup of theater and club performances.

This week’s Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide covers Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro, plus nearby outings in Fayetteville, Pinehurst, Liberty, Selma, and Littleton. Comedy fans have options throughout the week, including Bruce Bruce, Nate Jackson, Jordan Jensen, Becky Robinson, and Nateland Live.

Tuesday, September 22

• GoldFord — 7 p.m. at The Ritz, Raleigh.
• Shaboozey — 8 p.m. at Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh.
• Margaret Glaspy — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro.

Wednesday, September 23

Wednesday’s schedule includes an early start at The Ritz and several evening concerts across the Triangle. J. Cole’s listed performance offers an additional option in Fayetteville.

• Taste of Chaos: Hollywood Undead & In This Moment — 4 p.m. at The Ritz, Raleigh.
• J. Cole — 8 p.m. at Crown Coliseum at The Crown Center, Fayetteville.
• Joe Nunnink — 8 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Hot Flash Heat Wave — 8 p.m. at Local 506, Chapel Hill.
• Katie Pruitt — 8 p.m. at The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh.
• Son Little — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, Carrboro.

Thursday, September 24

ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam headline Thursday’s Cary lineup, while Raleigh offers comedy and Chapel Hill and Carrboro host club concerts.

• ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam — 7 p.m. at Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park, Cary.
• Gaurav Kapoor — In Hindi — 7 p.m. at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• North Carolina Symphony: Carlos Miguel Prieto — Mendelssohn Violin Concerto — 7:30 p.m. at Owens Auditorium at Bradshaw Performing Arts Center, Pinehurst.
• Brent Blakeney — 7:30 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Damien Jurado — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, Carrboro.
• Jay Buchanan — 8 p.m. at Local 506, Chapel Hill.

Friday, September 25

Friday begins with a noon North Carolina Symphony performance in downtown Raleigh. Evening options include W.A.S.P. & KK’s Priest, Glaive, Reverend Horton Heat, and multiple comedy showtimes.

• North Carolina Symphony: Carlos Miguel Prieto — Mendelssohn Violin Concerto — Noon at Meymandi Concert Hall, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh.
• Bruce Bruce — 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Jeffrey Keller — 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• W.A.S.P. & KK’s Priest — 8 p.m. at The Ritz, Raleigh.
• Glaive — 8 p.m. at The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh.
• Reverend Horton Heat — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro.
• Bebe Stockwell — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, Carrboro.
• The Hoppers — 8 p.m. at Liberty Showcase Theater, Liberty.
• R&B Rewind Millennial Edition — 8 p.m. at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh.
• Nate Jackson — 9:15 p.m. at Raleigh Improv, Cary.

Saturday, September 26

Saturday brings two major outdoor concert options to Raleigh: Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz at Walnut Creek and Gov’t Mule & Ziggy Marley at Red Hat Amphitheater. Comedy performances span Raleigh and Durham, with additional music in Carrboro, Selma, and Littleton.

• Classic Country Jubilee — 6:45 p.m. at Rudy Theatre, Selma.
• Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz — 7 p.m. at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, Raleigh.
• Gov’t Mule & Ziggy Marley — 7 p.m. at Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh.
• Bruce Bruce — 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Nateland Live: Greg Warren, Ryan Hamilton, Julian McCullough & Trish Suhr — 7 p.m. at Meymandi Concert Hall, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh.
• Landslide — A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac — 7:30 p.m. at Ed Fitts Outdoor Amphitheater at The Acorn Center, Littleton.
• Jordan Jensen — 8 p.m. at Carolina Theatre, Durham.
• Becky Robinson — 8 p.m. at Fletcher Opera Theater, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh.
• Sawyer Hill — 8 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle, Carrboro.
• Jeffrey Keller — 10 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• JGBCB — 11:15 p.m. at The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh.

Sunday, September 27

Keep the weekend going with Rise Against at Red Hat Amphitheater, Suki Waterhouse at The Ritz, or one of several smaller-venue performances.

• Rise Against — 6:30 p.m. at Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh.
• Bring Out Yer Dead — 7 p.m. at The Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh.
• Suki Waterhouse — 7 p.m. at The Ritz, Raleigh.
• Bruce Bruce — 7 p.m. at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• Megan Woods — 7 p.m. at Ed Fitts Outdoor Amphitheater at The Acorn Center, Littleton.
• Jeffrey Keller — 7:30 p.m. at Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club, Raleigh.
• We Rise to Fall — 8 p.m. at The Pour House Music Hall, Raleigh.

Monday, September 28

The guide closes with three Monday concerts in Carrboro and Durham.

• Maggie Miles — 6:45 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, Carrboro.
• Slothrust — 8 p.m. at Motorco Music Hall, Durham.
• Powerplant — 8 p.m. at The Pinhook, Durham.

Plan Your Triangle Concert or Comedy Outing

Ticket prices and availability were not included in the supplied listings. Check official venue or artist ticket pages for current availability, seating options, age restrictions, and entry policies. Confirm whether the listed time refers to doors opening or the performance itself.

All times are Eastern. Fayetteville, Pinehurst, Liberty, Selma, and Littleton events require travel beyond the central Triangle, so allow extra time when planning those outings.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

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This Week in Cary Event Guide September 21–27 Edition

Women’s tennis, outdoor movies, live music, gardening, theater, and town meetings fill the Cary events calendar for September 21–27, 2026. This week’s highlights include the ITA All American women’s tennis event, ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam: Dos Amigos Tour, and an encore performance of American Dance Festival: Made in NC.

Here’s a day-by-day guide to things to do in Cary, along with opportunities to follow local government and participate in community activities.

Monday, September 21

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Listed throughout the week; check the event schedule for match times.
• Birds and Bloomers — 8 a.m.: Start the week with this morning program.
• Council Committee — 5:15 p.m.: Residents can review the official meeting agenda for scheduled topics and attendance information.

Tuesday, September 22

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Competition remains on the calendar.
• Town Council Work Session — 5:30 p.m.: Follow the council’s scheduled discussions by checking the town’s agenda and meeting details.

Wednesday, September 23

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Consult the event schedule for the day’s matches.
• Cultural Arts Committee — 6 p.m.: Residents interested in Cary’s cultural arts activities can review the committee’s meeting materials.
• Movie Night Under the Stars — 7:30 p.m.: Make an outdoor movie part of Wednesday evening. Confirm the film title, location, and weather updates before attending.

Thursday, September 24

Thursday’s Cary event lineup includes local government, a creative workshop, and a concert.

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Continues Thursday.
• Town Council Regular Meeting — 6:30 p.m.: Review the agenda and public participation instructions for the evening meeting.
• Autumnal Terrarium Building — 6:30 p.m.: Explore a seasonal creative activity. Check registration and materials information with the organizer.
• ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam: Dos Amigos Tour — 7 p.m.: The tour brings a live music option to Thursday night. Confirm venue details and ticket availability before making plans.

Friday, September 25

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Continues Friday.
• Meet the Artist — 6 p.m.: Add an arts-focused stop to the evening. Consult the event listing for the featured artist and location.
• Cary Players Presents — 7:30 p.m.: Enjoy a theater outing to begin the weekend. The supplied calendar does not name the production; confirm the show title, venue, and tickets with Cary Players.

Saturday, September 26

Saturday offers community service, gardening, theater, and dance.

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Continues Saturday.
• Fall Litter Sweep | Kildaire Farm Road — 9 a.m.: Participate in a community cleanup. Check the meeting point, registration requirements, and volunteer instructions.
• Organic Gardening — 9:30 a.m.: Make time for a gardening program and review the official listing for class details.
• Cary Players Presents — 3 p.m.: An afternoon performance provides another opportunity to catch the production.
• American Dance Festival: Made in NC — Encore Performance — 7:30 p.m.: Close out Saturday with a dance performance. Confirm the venue and ticket information with the organizer.

Sunday, September 27

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: The event remains on Sunday’s calendar.
• American Dance Festival Masterclass — 1 p.m.: Interested participants should confirm registration, experience requirements, and class details.
• Cary Players Presents — 3 p.m.: Finish the weekend with an afternoon theater performance.

Plan Your Week in Cary

From women’s tennis and an outdoor movie to community cleanup efforts and performing arts, Cary’s September 21–27 calendar offers activities throughout the week.

The supplied listings do not include most venues, admission prices, or registration links. Check official Town of Cary and organizer listings for those details, along with schedule changes. All times are Eastern.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

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This Week in Cary Event Guide September 21–27 Edition

Women’s tennis, outdoor movies, live music, gardening, theater, and town meetings fill the Cary events calendar for September 21–27, 2026. This week’s highlights include the ITA All American women’s tennis event, ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam: Dos Amigos Tour, and an encore performance of American Dance Festival: Made in NC.

Here’s a day-by-day guide to things to do in Cary, along with opportunities to follow local government and participate in community activities.

Monday, September 21

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Listed throughout the week; check the event schedule for match times.
• Birds and Bloomers — 8 a.m.: Start the week with this morning program.
• Council Committee — 5:15 p.m.: Residents can review the official meeting agenda for scheduled topics and attendance information.

Tuesday, September 22

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Competition remains on the calendar.
• Town Council Work Session — 5:30 p.m.: Follow the council’s scheduled discussions by checking the town’s agenda and meeting details.

Wednesday, September 23

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Consult the event schedule for the day’s matches.
• Cultural Arts Committee — 6 p.m.: Residents interested in Cary’s cultural arts activities can review the committee’s meeting materials.
• Movie Night Under the Stars — 7:30 p.m.: Make an outdoor movie part of Wednesday evening. Confirm the film title, location, and weather updates before attending.

Thursday, September 24

Thursday’s Cary event lineup includes local government, a creative workshop, and a concert.

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Continues Thursday.
• Town Council Regular Meeting — 6:30 p.m.: Review the agenda and public participation instructions for the evening meeting.
• Autumnal Terrarium Building — 6:30 p.m.: Explore a seasonal creative activity. Check registration and materials information with the organizer.
• ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam: Dos Amigos Tour — 7 p.m.: The tour brings a live music option to Thursday night. Confirm venue details and ticket availability before making plans.

Friday, September 25

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Continues Friday.
• Meet the Artist — 6 p.m.: Add an arts-focused stop to the evening. Consult the event listing for the featured artist and location.
• Cary Players Presents — 7:30 p.m.: Enjoy a theater outing to begin the weekend. The supplied calendar does not name the production; confirm the show title, venue, and tickets with Cary Players.

Saturday, September 26

Saturday offers community service, gardening, theater, and dance.

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: Continues Saturday.
• Fall Litter Sweep | Kildaire Farm Road — 9 a.m.: Participate in a community cleanup. Check the meeting point, registration requirements, and volunteer instructions.
• Organic Gardening — 9:30 a.m.: Make time for a gardening program and review the official listing for class details.
• Cary Players Presents — 3 p.m.: An afternoon performance provides another opportunity to catch the production.
• American Dance Festival: Made in NC — Encore Performance — 7:30 p.m.: Close out Saturday with a dance performance. Confirm the venue and ticket information with the organizer.

Sunday, September 27

• ITA All American — Women’s Tennis: The event remains on Sunday’s calendar.
• American Dance Festival Masterclass — 1 p.m.: Interested participants should confirm registration, experience requirements, and class details.
• Cary Players Presents — 3 p.m.: Finish the weekend with an afternoon theater performance.

Plan Your Week in Cary

From women’s tennis and an outdoor movie to community cleanup efforts and performing arts, Cary’s September 21–27 calendar offers activities throughout the week.

The supplied listings do not include most venues, admission prices, or registration links. Check official Town of Cary and organizer listings for those details, along with schedule changes. All times are Eastern.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

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Triangle Event Guide September 21, 2026 Edition

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and the Triangle on Monday, September 21, 2026? Start the week with free outdoor activities, live entertainment, games, and community gatherings. Monday’s highlights include the “Love Your Falls Lake” special event, rooftop chimney swift viewing in Raleigh, and a beginner’s bluegrass jam.

This Triangle event guide also includes activities for young children, yoga, comedy, open mic nights, and a pizza deal.

Daytime Activities

3rd Annual “Love Your Falls Lake” Special Event
10 a.m.–2 p.m. | Falls Lake Dam, Wake Forest | Free
Make Falls Lake part of Monday’s plans with this annual special event. Check organizer details for the activity schedule and arrival instructions.

Total Tot Time
10 a.m.–noon | W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham | Free
Families with children up to age 5 can enjoy this free play program at W.D. Hill Recreation Center.

Coloring Vinyl Night
2–9 p.m. | KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary | Free
KōMANA Brewing Company’s Coloring Vinyl Night offers an afternoon-to-evening option for a relaxed Monday outing.

Outdoor Experiences and Community Gatherings

Swift Night Out: Chimney Swift Viewing from The Willard Rooftop
6–8 p.m. | The Willard Rooftop Lounge, Raleigh | Free
Head to The Willard for an evening focused on viewing chimney swifts from the rooftop.

Free Yoga with Rooted Yoga and Wellness
6 p.m. | Pullen Park, Raleigh | Free
Add an outdoor yoga session to the after-work schedule at Pullen Park. Confirm any registration and equipment requirements with the organizer.

Silent Reading Club
6–8 p.m. | The Glass Jug Downtown Durham Taproom | Free
Bring a book and spend part of Monday evening reading in a shared social setting.

Democracy Unfiltered: A Voter Education Series
6–8 p.m. | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh | Free
Raleigh Brewing hosts this voter education event. Consult the organizer’s listing for the session’s topics and participation details.

Games and Creative Meetups

Board Game Night
6–9 p.m. | Bottle Theory, Apex | Free
Gather friends for a Monday evening of board games at Bottle Theory.

Stitch and Bxtch
7–9 p.m. | White Street Brewing, Wake Forest | Free
Make time for a creative meetup at White Street Brewing. Check with the organizer about supplies or projects to bring.

Air Hockey Tournament
8–10 p.m. | Boxcar Bar and Arcade, Raleigh | Free
Finish the evening with friendly competition at Boxcar’s air hockey tournament.

Live Music, Comedy, and Karaoke

Open Mic Night
6–11 p.m. | Steel String Brewery, Carrboro | Free
Enjoy a full evening of open mic performances at Steel String Brewery. Prospective performers should confirm sign-up details.

Early Karaoke
6 p.m. | The Northside District | Free
Get an early start on karaoke night at The Northside District.

Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show
7–9 p.m. | Flying Saucer Raleigh | Free
Add some laughs to Monday with this weekly comedy show at Flying Saucer Raleigh.

PineCone Beginner’s Bluegrass Jam
7–9 p.m. | Harry’s Guitar Shop, Raleigh | Free
Beginning bluegrass players can check out PineCone’s jam at Harry’s Guitar Shop. Review the organizer’s guidance on instruments and participation before attending.

Carrboro Open Mic
7:30 p.m. | Speakeasy, Carrboro | Free
Speakeasy rounds out Monday’s live entertainment options with Carrboro Open Mic.

Plan Your Monday in the Triangle

From a morning at Falls Lake to rooftop bird viewing, comedy, and bluegrass after work, September 21 offers plenty of ways to explore the Triangle on a budget.

All times are Eastern. Confirm schedules, registration requirements, age restrictions, and weather updates with organizers. Free admission does not necessarily include food, drinks, or other purchases.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

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Triangle Event Guide September 21, 2026 Edition

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and the Triangle on Monday, September 21, 2026? Start the week with free outdoor activities, live entertainment, games, and community gatherings. Monday’s highlights include the “Love Your Falls Lake” special event, rooftop chimney swift viewing in Raleigh, and a beginner’s bluegrass jam.

This Triangle event guide also includes activities for young children, yoga, comedy, open mic nights, and a pizza deal.

Daytime Activities

3rd Annual “Love Your Falls Lake” Special Event
10 a.m.–2 p.m. | Falls Lake Dam, Wake Forest | Free
Make Falls Lake part of Monday’s plans with this annual special event. Check organizer details for the activity schedule and arrival instructions.

Total Tot Time
10 a.m.–noon | W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham | Free
Families with children up to age 5 can enjoy this free play program at W.D. Hill Recreation Center.

Coloring Vinyl Night
2–9 p.m. | KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary | Free
KōMANA Brewing Company’s Coloring Vinyl Night offers an afternoon-to-evening option for a relaxed Monday outing.

Outdoor Experiences and Community Gatherings

Swift Night Out: Chimney Swift Viewing from The Willard Rooftop
6–8 p.m. | The Willard Rooftop Lounge, Raleigh | Free
Head to The Willard for an evening focused on viewing chimney swifts from the rooftop.

Free Yoga with Rooted Yoga and Wellness
6 p.m. | Pullen Park, Raleigh | Free
Add an outdoor yoga session to the after-work schedule at Pullen Park. Confirm any registration and equipment requirements with the organizer.

Silent Reading Club
6–8 p.m. | The Glass Jug Downtown Durham Taproom | Free
Bring a book and spend part of Monday evening reading in a shared social setting.

Democracy Unfiltered: A Voter Education Series
6–8 p.m. | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh | Free
Raleigh Brewing hosts this voter education event. Consult the organizer’s listing for the session’s topics and participation details.

Games and Creative Meetups

Board Game Night
6–9 p.m. | Bottle Theory, Apex | Free
Gather friends for a Monday evening of board games at Bottle Theory.

Stitch and Bxtch
7–9 p.m. | White Street Brewing, Wake Forest | Free
Make time for a creative meetup at White Street Brewing. Check with the organizer about supplies or projects to bring.

Air Hockey Tournament
8–10 p.m. | Boxcar Bar and Arcade, Raleigh | Free
Finish the evening with friendly competition at Boxcar’s air hockey tournament.

Live Music, Comedy, and Karaoke

Open Mic Night
6–11 p.m. | Steel String Brewery, Carrboro | Free
Enjoy a full evening of open mic performances at Steel String Brewery. Prospective performers should confirm sign-up details.

Early Karaoke
6 p.m. | The Northside District | Free
Get an early start on karaoke night at The Northside District.

Cosmic Chuckles: Weekly Comedy Show
7–9 p.m. | Flying Saucer Raleigh | Free
Add some laughs to Monday with this weekly comedy show at Flying Saucer Raleigh.

PineCone Beginner’s Bluegrass Jam
7–9 p.m. | Harry’s Guitar Shop, Raleigh | Free
Beginning bluegrass players can check out PineCone’s jam at Harry’s Guitar Shop. Review the organizer’s guidance on instruments and participation before attending.

Carrboro Open Mic
7:30 p.m. | Speakeasy, Carrboro | Free
Speakeasy rounds out Monday’s live entertainment options with Carrboro Open Mic.

Plan Your Monday in the Triangle

From a morning at Falls Lake to rooftop bird viewing, comedy, and bluegrass after work, September 21 offers plenty of ways to explore the Triangle on a budget.

All times are Eastern. Confirm schedules, registration requirements, age restrictions, and weather updates with organizers. Free admission does not necessarily include food, drinks, or other purchases.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

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The Triangle Event Guide Weekend Edition: Best Things To Do Around Raleigh, Durham, Cary & The Triangle (May 22-24, 2026)

Looking for the best things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Apex, Wake Forest, Pittsboro, and across the Triangle this Memorial Day Weekend? The Triangle is packed with free concerts, outdoor festivals, food truck rodeos, live music, family-friendly activities, comedy shows, plant swaps, farmers markets, yoga classes, and community events all weekend long.

From the NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market in downtown Raleigh to Taste of Soul NC in Durham and JawsFest in Chapel Hill, there’s something happening for everyone across the Triangle this weekend.

Friday, May 22, 2026 Events in the Triangle

Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with live music, free wine tastings, outdoor movies, karaoke nights, and brewery events around Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, and beyond.

Featured Friday Events

• Shake Shack free burger deal at participating locations
• Free coffee tasting at Counter Culture Coffee in Durham
• Movie Night: Wicked (For Good) at Downtown Cary Park
• Vinyl Night at Raleigh Brewing
• Live Music on the Patio with Drew Holgate at Oak City Brewing in Knightdale
• Summer at The Springs concert featuring The Phoebes in Holly Springs
• Freight Train Blues concert in Carrboro
• Karaoke Bingo Night at KōMANA Brewing in Cary
• Stand-up Comedy Open Mic at Durty Bull Brewing in Durham
• Karaoke with Mega Mike at Crank Arm Brewing in Raleigh
• Live Music featuring the VELDT, Candy Coffins, and the Mystery Plan at Slim’s in Raleigh

Family-Friendly Friday Activities

Families can enjoy:

• Park Tales: The Little Red Hen at Historic Yates Mill County Park
• Garden Storytime at JC Raulston Arboretum
• Historic Yates Mill tours throughout the afternoon

Saturday, May 23, 2026 Events in Raleigh, Durham & The Triangle

Saturday is packed with some of the biggest community events and free festivals of the weekend.

Major Saturday Festivals & Community Events

NC Sugar Rush Dessert Weekend

Dessert lovers can start the weekend early before Sunday’s major rodeo event in downtown Raleigh.

9th Annual Raleigh Spring Train Show

Train enthusiasts can head to the NC State Fairgrounds for one of the region’s biggest train showcases featuring vendors, exhibits, and model railroads.

Taste of Soul NC – Durham

Durham Central Park hosts Taste of Soul NC featuring food vendors, live music, local businesses, culture, and entertainment.

Orange-Chatham African American Cultural Festival

Celebrate local culture, music, food, and history at this free community festival in Chapel Hill.

Darkness RISING Block Party – Moore Square

This arts and mental health awareness event in downtown Raleigh includes performances, activities, vendors, and community resources.

Best Free Saturday Events

Some of the top free things to do Saturday include:

• Instrument Petting Zoo at Dix Park
• Plant Swap at the City of Raleigh Museum
• The Great Pup Meet Up at Dorothea Dix Park
• Free Guided Tours of the NC State Capitol
• Free Dix Park trolley tours
• Cary Really Really Free Market
• Tribute to Rock concert at Compass Rose Brewery
• Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
• Beer Garden Concert Series at The Glass Jug Beer Lab RTP

Saturday Night Live Music & Entertainment

The Triangle’s brewery and nightlife scene is active all night with:

• Live music at Fortnight Brewing in Cary and Wake Forest
• Southern Peak Brewery live music in Apex
• Open Mic/Karaoke Night at Compass Rose Brewery
• Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Concert in Durham
• All Out ‘80s DJ Night in Fuquay-Varina

Sunday, May 24, 2026 Events in the Triangle

Sunday features dessert festivals, farmers markets, live music, open mic nights, yoga, and family fun across the Triangle.

Featured Sunday Events

NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market Food Truck Rodeo – Raleigh

City Plaza in downtown Raleigh transforms into a massive dessert and food truck festival with sweets, treats, food vendors, and family fun.

JawsFest – Chapel Hill

Midway Alley hosts movie-themed events, games, activities, vendors, and entertainment inspired by the iconic summer blockbuster.

Black Farmers’ Market – Southeast Raleigh YMCA

Support local Black-owned farms and businesses while shopping fresh produce, handmade goods, and community vendors.

Festival of Abundance – Carrboro

Enjoy free food, repair stations, workshops, skill shares, and community activities throughout the day.

Sunday Live Music & Entertainment

Sunday music highlights include:

• Six Sundays in Spring concert in Wake Forest
• Sundays at Sundown concert series in Chapel Hill
• Bluegrass Open Jam at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary
• The Sunday Set at The Durham Hotel
• Open Mic events at Gizmo Brew Works and Moon Dog Meadery

Sunday Family Activities

Families can also enjoy:

• Historic Yates Mill Open House
• Artspace Open Studio in Raleigh
• Sunday Morning Yoga at Compass Rose Brewery
• Board Games at Guildhall Games in RTP
• Phone-Free Fun at The Glass Jug Downtown Durham

Memorial Day Weekend Deals & Freebies

Throughout the weekend, visitors can take advantage of:

• Shake Shack free burger promotion
• Ace Hardware Memorial Day flag giveaway
• Free yoga classes
• Free concerts across the Triangle
• Free museum tours and trolley rides
• Brewery specials and outdoor entertainment

Final Thoughts

Memorial Day Weekend 2026 is shaping up to be one of the busiest weekends of the year across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Pittsboro, and surrounding areas. Whether you’re looking for free family fun, food festivals, live music, brewery events, outdoor adventures, cultural festivals, or community celebrations, the Triangle has something happening every day this weekend.

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The Triangle Event Guide Weekend Edition: Best Things To Do Around Raleigh, Durham, Cary & The Triangle (May 22-24, 2026)

Looking for the best things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Apex, Wake Forest, Pittsboro, and across the Triangle this Memorial Day Weekend? The Triangle is packed with free concerts, outdoor festivals, food truck rodeos, live music, family-friendly activities, comedy shows, plant swaps, farmers markets, yoga classes, and community events all weekend long.

From the NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market in downtown Raleigh to Taste of Soul NC in Durham and JawsFest in Chapel Hill, there’s something happening for everyone across the Triangle this weekend.

Friday, May 22, 2026 Events in the Triangle

Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with live music, free wine tastings, outdoor movies, karaoke nights, and brewery events around Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, and beyond.

Featured Friday Events

• Shake Shack free burger deal at participating locations
• Free coffee tasting at Counter Culture Coffee in Durham
• Movie Night: Wicked (For Good) at Downtown Cary Park
• Vinyl Night at Raleigh Brewing
• Live Music on the Patio with Drew Holgate at Oak City Brewing in Knightdale
• Summer at The Springs concert featuring The Phoebes in Holly Springs
• Freight Train Blues concert in Carrboro
• Karaoke Bingo Night at KōMANA Brewing in Cary
• Stand-up Comedy Open Mic at Durty Bull Brewing in Durham
• Karaoke with Mega Mike at Crank Arm Brewing in Raleigh
• Live Music featuring the VELDT, Candy Coffins, and the Mystery Plan at Slim’s in Raleigh

Family-Friendly Friday Activities

Families can enjoy:

• Park Tales: The Little Red Hen at Historic Yates Mill County Park
• Garden Storytime at JC Raulston Arboretum
• Historic Yates Mill tours throughout the afternoon

Saturday, May 23, 2026 Events in Raleigh, Durham & The Triangle

Saturday is packed with some of the biggest community events and free festivals of the weekend.

Major Saturday Festivals & Community Events

NC Sugar Rush Dessert Weekend

Dessert lovers can start the weekend early before Sunday’s major rodeo event in downtown Raleigh.

9th Annual Raleigh Spring Train Show

Train enthusiasts can head to the NC State Fairgrounds for one of the region’s biggest train showcases featuring vendors, exhibits, and model railroads.

Taste of Soul NC – Durham

Durham Central Park hosts Taste of Soul NC featuring food vendors, live music, local businesses, culture, and entertainment.

Orange-Chatham African American Cultural Festival

Celebrate local culture, music, food, and history at this free community festival in Chapel Hill.

Darkness RISING Block Party – Moore Square

This arts and mental health awareness event in downtown Raleigh includes performances, activities, vendors, and community resources.

Best Free Saturday Events

Some of the top free things to do Saturday include:

• Instrument Petting Zoo at Dix Park
• Plant Swap at the City of Raleigh Museum
• The Great Pup Meet Up at Dorothea Dix Park
• Free Guided Tours of the NC State Capitol
• Free Dix Park trolley tours
• Cary Really Really Free Market
• Tribute to Rock concert at Compass Rose Brewery
• Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
• Beer Garden Concert Series at The Glass Jug Beer Lab RTP

Saturday Night Live Music & Entertainment

The Triangle’s brewery and nightlife scene is active all night with:

• Live music at Fortnight Brewing in Cary and Wake Forest
• Southern Peak Brewery live music in Apex
• Open Mic/Karaoke Night at Compass Rose Brewery
• Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Concert in Durham
• All Out ‘80s DJ Night in Fuquay-Varina

Sunday, May 24, 2026 Events in the Triangle

Sunday features dessert festivals, farmers markets, live music, open mic nights, yoga, and family fun across the Triangle.

Featured Sunday Events

NC Sugar Rush Dessert Market Food Truck Rodeo – Raleigh

City Plaza in downtown Raleigh transforms into a massive dessert and food truck festival with sweets, treats, food vendors, and family fun.

JawsFest – Chapel Hill

Midway Alley hosts movie-themed events, games, activities, vendors, and entertainment inspired by the iconic summer blockbuster.

Black Farmers’ Market – Southeast Raleigh YMCA

Support local Black-owned farms and businesses while shopping fresh produce, handmade goods, and community vendors.

Festival of Abundance – Carrboro

Enjoy free food, repair stations, workshops, skill shares, and community activities throughout the day.

Sunday Live Music & Entertainment

Sunday music highlights include:

• Six Sundays in Spring concert in Wake Forest
• Sundays at Sundown concert series in Chapel Hill
• Bluegrass Open Jam at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary
• The Sunday Set at The Durham Hotel
• Open Mic events at Gizmo Brew Works and Moon Dog Meadery

Sunday Family Activities

Families can also enjoy:

• Historic Yates Mill Open House
• Artspace Open Studio in Raleigh
• Sunday Morning Yoga at Compass Rose Brewery
• Board Games at Guildhall Games in RTP
• Phone-Free Fun at The Glass Jug Downtown Durham

Memorial Day Weekend Deals & Freebies

Throughout the weekend, visitors can take advantage of:

• Shake Shack free burger promotion
• Ace Hardware Memorial Day flag giveaway
• Free yoga classes
• Free concerts across the Triangle
• Free museum tours and trolley rides
• Brewery specials and outdoor entertainment

Final Thoughts

Memorial Day Weekend 2026 is shaping up to be one of the busiest weekends of the year across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Pittsboro, and surrounding areas. Whether you’re looking for free family fun, food festivals, live music, brewery events, outdoor adventures, cultural festivals, or community celebrations, the Triangle has something happening every day this weekend.

Stay connected with DoRaleigh.com for more local event guides, free things to do, downtown Raleigh nightlife, family-friendly activities, festivals, and Triangle community events.

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