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Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide (Weekend Edition): Top Concerts, Comedy & Shows | April 2–6, 2026

Looking for the biggest events happening in Raleigh, Durham, and the Triangle this weekend? From major concerts and comedy shows to can’t-miss performances, the DoRaleigh Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide has everything you need to plan your weekend.

Whether you’re into live music, stand-up comedy, or touring acts, here are the top ticketed events across the Triangle from April 2–6, 2026.

Thursday, April 2 – Big Shows to Kick Off the Weekend

Easter Jubilee 🕐 12:45 PM | Rudy Theatre (Selma)
Chris Kattan (SNL) 🕢 7:30 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club (Raleigh)
Steel Panther 🕗 8:00 PM | The Ritz (Raleigh)
The Orchestra Starring ELO & ELO Part II Members 🕗 8:00 PM | Carolina Theatre (Durham)
Laura Peek (Comedy) 🕗 8:00 PM | Room 861 @ Goodnights (Raleigh)

Friday, April 3 – Packed Lineup Across the Triangle

Sam Tripoli (Comedy) 🕖 7:00 PM | Goodnights (Raleigh)
Don Lemon & D.L. Hughley 🕢 7:30 PM | Meymandi Concert Hall (Raleigh)
Zara Larsson 🕗 8:00 PM | The Ritz (Raleigh)
Santana 🕗 8:00 PM | DPAC (Durham)
Lucius 🕗 8:00 PM | Fletcher Opera Theater (Raleigh)
Remember Sports 🕗 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle (Carrboro)
Proving Ground (Widespread Panic Tribute) 🕣 8:30 PM | Lincoln Theatre (Raleigh)
Charleston White (Comedy) 🕘 9:15 PM | Goodnights (Raleigh)
Laura Peek (Multiple Sets) 🕢 / 🕘 / 🕤 | Room 861 @ Goodnights

Saturday, April 4 – Concerts, Comedy & Culture

Forever K-Pop 🕖 7:00 PM | Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
Comedian CP (Chris Powell) | Goodnights (Raleigh)
Nate Smith (Country) 🕢 7:30 PM | The Ritz (Raleigh)
Dexter and The Moonrocks 🕗 8:00 PM | Bowstring Pizza & Brewyard
Zack Mexico 🕗 8:00 PM | The Pour House (Raleigh)
Dogs In A Pile 🕣 8:30 PM | Lincoln Theatre (Raleigh)
Laura Peek (Comedy Sets) 🕢 / 🕙 | Room 861 @ Goodnights

Sunday, April 5 – Close Out the Weekend Strong

The Devil Wears Prada (Band) 🕖 7:00 PM | The Ritz (Raleigh)
Herman Wrice (Comedy) 🕖 7:00 PM | Goodnights (Raleigh)
vaultboy 🕗 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle Back Room (Carrboro)
Latin Goth Night 🕗 8:00 PM | The Pour House (Raleigh)

Monday, April 6 – Bonus Shows

NateWantsToBattle 🕗 8:00 PM | Motorco Music Hall (Durham)
Gillian Welch & David Rawlings 🕗 8:00 PM | Haw River Ballroom (Saxapahaw)

Top Picks This Weekend

If you’re choosing a few must-see events:

🎸 Santana at DPAC
🎤 Don Lemon & D.L. Hughley Live
🎶 Zara Larsson at The Ritz
😂 Chris Kattan + Comedian CP
🎧 Steel Panther + Nate Smith

📍 Plan Your Weekend in the Triangle

This weekend is stacked with national touring acts, comedy heavyweights, and live music experiences across Raleigh, Durham, and beyond.

👉 Whether you’re planning a concert night, comedy outing, or full weekend itinerary, this guide has your big-ticket plans covered.

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