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Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide (April 14–19, 2026)

Looking for the biggest concerts, comedy shows, and live performances across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and beyond? This week’s DoRaleigh Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide is packed with major headliners, touring acts, and can’t-miss performances.

From chart-topping artists to nationally known comedians and iconic venues, here’s your curated list of top events happening April 14–19, 2026.

Tuesday, April 14 – Major Concerts Across the Triangle

Bush, Mammoth & James and the Cold Gun 🕖 7:00 PM | Red Hat Amphitheater

ADULT. 🕖 7:00 PM | Kings Raleigh

Mei Semones 🕗 8:00 PM | Motorco Music Hall

Sarah Kinsley 🕗 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle

Jackie Venson 🕗 8:00 PM | The Pour House Music Hall

Wednesday, April 15 – Live Music & Hip-Hop Headliners

Peter Lamb and The Wolves 🕠 5:45 PM | Koka Booth Amphitheatre

Baby Keem 🕢 7:30 PM | The Ritz Raleigh

Kishi Bashi 🕗 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle

Band of Heathens 🕗 8:00 PM | Lincoln Theatre Raleigh

Ally Venable 🕗 8:00 PM | The Pour House Music Hall

Thursday, April 16 – Rock, Comedy & More

Lamb of God, Kublai Khan TX & Fit For An Autopsy 🕖 7:00 PM | Red Hat Amphitheater

Trae Crowder 🕖 7:00 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club

Hippie Sabotage 🕖 7:00 PM | The Ritz Raleigh

Tennessee Whiskey (Chris Stapleton Tribute) 🕗 8:00 PM | Lincoln Theatre Raleigh

Martin Sexton 🕗 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle

Friday, April 17 – Comedy & Live Performances Take Over

Bert Kreischer 🕖 7:00 PM | Durham Performing Arts Center

Steve Treviño 🕖 7:00 PM & 🕘 9:15 PM | Raleigh Improv

Alice Phoebe Lou 🕗 8:00 PM | Haw River Ballroom

It’s Murph 🕗 8:00 PM | The Ritz Raleigh

Dan Mangan 🕘 9:00 PM | The Pour House Music Hall

Saturday, April 18 – Big Names & Packed Lineup

Boys Like Girls 🕕 6:00 PM | The Ritz Raleigh

Jefferson Starship 🕖 7:00 PM | Paul A. Johnston Auditorium, Smithfield

Charlie Berens 🕗 8:00 PM | Meymandi Concert Hall

David Sedaris 🕗 8:00 PM | Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Danny Brown 🕗 8:00 PM | Lincoln Theatre Raleigh

Sunday, April 19 – Strong Weekend Close

David and Tamela Mann 🕖 7:00 PM | Durham Performing Arts Center

St. Paul and The Broken Bones 🕗 8:00 PM | The Ritz

Raleigh Black Tusk 🕗 8:00 PM | The Pour House Music Hall

Plan Your Week: Big Events Across the Triangle

This week’s lineup proves the Triangle continues to be a hotspot for:

National touring artists Major comedy acts Diverse music genres (rock, hip-hop, indie, jazz, metal) Iconic venues across Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill

Whether you’re catching a show at Red Hat Amphitheater or enjoying comedy at Goodnights, there’s no shortage of high-energy events happening across the region.

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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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