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Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide – Concerts and Comedy, July 20–27, 2026
The Triangle’s entertainment calendar is packed with concerts, comedy shows and live performances from Monday, July 20, through Monday, July 27, 2026.
This week’s biggest events include Tori Amos at DPAC, Death Cab for Cutie with Japanese Breakfast at Coastal Credit Union Music Park, Guns N’ Roses with Public Enemy at Carter-Finley Stadium, Buju Banton with Stephen Marley at Red Hat Amphitheater and Noah Kahan at Carter-Finley Stadium.
Comedy fans can also catch Na’im Lynn, Steve Furey, Desi Banks, Oscar Aydin and competitors in North Carolina’s Funniest Person Contest.
Monday, July 20
Tori Amos
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Durham Performing Arts Center
- City: Durham
Kurt Vile and The Violators
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Haw River Ballroom
- City: Saxapahaw
Tuesday, July 21
Mikaela Davis
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Crystal Marie
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Renee Christine
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Wednesday, July 22
Death Cab for Cutie and Japanese Breakfast
Death Cab for Cutie and Japanese Breakfast bring one of the week’s biggest alternative-rock concerts to Raleigh.
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
- City: Raleigh
North Carolina’s Funniest Person Contest
Comedians compete for laughs and the title of North Carolina’s Funniest Person.
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Willis
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
Osquinn
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Tunnel Vision
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Thursday, July 23
Guns N’ Roses and Public Enemy
Two influential names in rock and hip-hop share the bill for a major stadium concert in Raleigh.
- Time: 6:25 p.m.
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium
- City: Raleigh
American Vanity
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Buju Banton and Stephen Marley
Reggae stars Buju Banton and Stephen Marley perform under the downtown Raleigh skyline.
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Red Hat Amphitheater
- City: Raleigh
Oscar Aydin
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Born Without Bones
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Friday, July 24
Ella Langley
Ella Langley brings her live show to Cary for a Friday-night performance.
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
- City: Cary
Na’im Lynn
- Showtimes: 7 and 9:15 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Steve Furey
- Showtimes: 7:30 and 9:45 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Flat River Junction
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Blue Note Grill
- City: Durham
Elmiene
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Ritz
- City: Raleigh
Automag
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
Renee Christine
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
- City: Carrboro
Deep 6 and War Within a Breath
Deep 6 pays tribute to Pearl Jam, while War Within a Breath celebrates the music of Rage Against the Machine.
- Time: 9 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Desi Banks
- Time: 9:15 p.m.
- Venue: Raleigh Improv
- City: Cary
Firestarter Vol. 2
Firestarter Vol. 2 celebrates alternative queer Black and Brown aesthetics during a late-night event in Durham.
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Saturday, July 25
Throwback Sounds of Summer
- Time: 12:45 p.m.
- Venue: Rudy Theatre
- City: Selma
Noah Kahan
Noah Kahan headlines one of the Triangle’s biggest concerts of the weekend at Carter-Finley Stadium.
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium
- City: Raleigh
Matt Maeson
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: The Ritz
- City: Raleigh
Na’im Lynn
- Showtimes: 7 and 9:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Chris Acker
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
MaryJo
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Steve Furey
- Showtimes: 7:30 and 10 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
School of Rock Chapel Hill
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
- City: Carrboro
Keith Allen
- Time: 9 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Sunday, July 26
The Sunday Reset
- Time: 5 p.m.
- Venue: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
- City: Raleigh
Bring Out Yer Dead
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
GrrrlBands Showcase
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle
- City: Carrboro
Na’im Lynn
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Steve Furey
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Destin Conrad
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Rialto Theater
- City: Raleigh
Oc3ans
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Monday, July 27
Na’im Lynn
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Riley! The Band
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Plan Your Week of Triangle Entertainment
Music fans have plenty to choose from this week, including stadium concerts, downtown amphitheater performances and intimate club shows. The schedule covers rock, reggae, indie music, country, hip-hop and tribute performances across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Saxapahaw and Selma.
Tickets, age restrictions, parking policies and venue rules vary by event. Showtimes and availability may also change. Attendees should confirm details directly with the venue or official ticket provider before purchasing tickets or traveling.
Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh and the Triangle, including concerts, comedy, nightlife and weekly event guides.
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Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide – Concerts and Comedy, July 20–27, 2026
The Triangle’s entertainment calendar is packed with concerts, comedy shows and live performances from Monday, July 20, through Monday, July 27, 2026.
This week’s biggest events include Tori Amos at DPAC, Death Cab for Cutie with Japanese Breakfast at Coastal Credit Union Music Park, Guns N’ Roses with Public Enemy at Carter-Finley Stadium, Buju Banton with Stephen Marley at Red Hat Amphitheater and Noah Kahan at Carter-Finley Stadium.
Comedy fans can also catch Na’im Lynn, Steve Furey, Desi Banks, Oscar Aydin and competitors in North Carolina’s Funniest Person Contest.
Monday, July 20
Tori Amos
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Durham Performing Arts Center
- City: Durham
Kurt Vile and The Violators
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Haw River Ballroom
- City: Saxapahaw
Tuesday, July 21
Mikaela Davis
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Crystal Marie
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Renee Christine
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Wednesday, July 22
Death Cab for Cutie and Japanese Breakfast
Death Cab for Cutie and Japanese Breakfast bring one of the week’s biggest alternative-rock concerts to Raleigh.
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
- City: Raleigh
North Carolina’s Funniest Person Contest
Comedians compete for laughs and the title of North Carolina’s Funniest Person.
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Willis
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
Osquinn
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Tunnel Vision
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Thursday, July 23
Guns N’ Roses and Public Enemy
Two influential names in rock and hip-hop share the bill for a major stadium concert in Raleigh.
- Time: 6:25 p.m.
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium
- City: Raleigh
American Vanity
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Buju Banton and Stephen Marley
Reggae stars Buju Banton and Stephen Marley perform under the downtown Raleigh skyline.
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Red Hat Amphitheater
- City: Raleigh
Oscar Aydin
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Born Without Bones
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Friday, July 24
Ella Langley
Ella Langley brings her live show to Cary for a Friday-night performance.
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
- City: Cary
Na’im Lynn
- Showtimes: 7 and 9:15 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Steve Furey
- Showtimes: 7:30 and 9:45 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Flat River Junction
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Blue Note Grill
- City: Durham
Elmiene
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Ritz
- City: Raleigh
Automag
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
Renee Christine
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
- City: Carrboro
Deep 6 and War Within a Breath
Deep 6 pays tribute to Pearl Jam, while War Within a Breath celebrates the music of Rage Against the Machine.
- Time: 9 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Desi Banks
- Time: 9:15 p.m.
- Venue: Raleigh Improv
- City: Cary
Firestarter Vol. 2
Firestarter Vol. 2 celebrates alternative queer Black and Brown aesthetics during a late-night event in Durham.
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Saturday, July 25
Throwback Sounds of Summer
- Time: 12:45 p.m.
- Venue: Rudy Theatre
- City: Selma
Noah Kahan
Noah Kahan headlines one of the Triangle’s biggest concerts of the weekend at Carter-Finley Stadium.
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium
- City: Raleigh
Matt Maeson
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: The Ritz
- City: Raleigh
Na’im Lynn
- Showtimes: 7 and 9:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Chris Acker
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
MaryJo
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Steve Furey
- Showtimes: 7:30 and 10 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
School of Rock Chapel Hill
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
- City: Carrboro
Keith Allen
- Time: 9 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Sunday, July 26
The Sunday Reset
- Time: 5 p.m.
- Venue: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
- City: Raleigh
Bring Out Yer Dead
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
GrrrlBands Showcase
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle
- City: Carrboro
Na’im Lynn
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Steve Furey
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Destin Conrad
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Rialto Theater
- City: Raleigh
Oc3ans
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Monday, July 27
Na’im Lynn
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Riley! The Band
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Plan Your Week of Triangle Entertainment
Music fans have plenty to choose from this week, including stadium concerts, downtown amphitheater performances and intimate club shows. The schedule covers rock, reggae, indie music, country, hip-hop and tribute performances across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Saxapahaw and Selma.
Tickets, age restrictions, parking policies and venue rules vary by event. Showtimes and availability may also change. Attendees should confirm details directly with the venue or official ticket provider before purchasing tickets or traveling.
Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh and the Triangle, including concerts, comedy, nightlife and weekly event guides.
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Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide – Concerts and Comedy, July 20–27, 2026
The Triangle’s entertainment calendar is packed with concerts, comedy shows and live performances from Monday, July 20, through Monday, July 27, 2026.
This week’s biggest events include Tori Amos at DPAC, Death Cab for Cutie with Japanese Breakfast at Coastal Credit Union Music Park, Guns N’ Roses with Public Enemy at Carter-Finley Stadium, Buju Banton with Stephen Marley at Red Hat Amphitheater and Noah Kahan at Carter-Finley Stadium.
Comedy fans can also catch Na’im Lynn, Steve Furey, Desi Banks, Oscar Aydin and competitors in North Carolina’s Funniest Person Contest.
Monday, July 20
Tori Amos
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Durham Performing Arts Center
- City: Durham
Kurt Vile and The Violators
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Haw River Ballroom
- City: Saxapahaw
Tuesday, July 21
Mikaela Davis
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Crystal Marie
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Renee Christine
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Wednesday, July 22
Death Cab for Cutie and Japanese Breakfast
Death Cab for Cutie and Japanese Breakfast bring one of the week’s biggest alternative-rock concerts to Raleigh.
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
- City: Raleigh
North Carolina’s Funniest Person Contest
Comedians compete for laughs and the title of North Carolina’s Funniest Person.
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Willis
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
Osquinn
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Tunnel Vision
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Thursday, July 23
Guns N’ Roses and Public Enemy
Two influential names in rock and hip-hop share the bill for a major stadium concert in Raleigh.
- Time: 6:25 p.m.
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium
- City: Raleigh
American Vanity
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Buju Banton and Stephen Marley
Reggae stars Buju Banton and Stephen Marley perform under the downtown Raleigh skyline.
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Red Hat Amphitheater
- City: Raleigh
Oscar Aydin
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Born Without Bones
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Friday, July 24
Ella Langley
Ella Langley brings her live show to Cary for a Friday-night performance.
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
- City: Cary
Na’im Lynn
- Showtimes: 7 and 9:15 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Steve Furey
- Showtimes: 7:30 and 9:45 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Flat River Junction
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Blue Note Grill
- City: Durham
Elmiene
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Ritz
- City: Raleigh
Automag
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
Renee Christine
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
- City: Carrboro
Deep 6 and War Within a Breath
Deep 6 pays tribute to Pearl Jam, while War Within a Breath celebrates the music of Rage Against the Machine.
- Time: 9 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Desi Banks
- Time: 9:15 p.m.
- Venue: Raleigh Improv
- City: Cary
Firestarter Vol. 2
Firestarter Vol. 2 celebrates alternative queer Black and Brown aesthetics during a late-night event in Durham.
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
Saturday, July 25
Throwback Sounds of Summer
- Time: 12:45 p.m.
- Venue: Rudy Theatre
- City: Selma
Noah Kahan
Noah Kahan headlines one of the Triangle’s biggest concerts of the weekend at Carter-Finley Stadium.
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium
- City: Raleigh
Matt Maeson
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: The Ritz
- City: Raleigh
Na’im Lynn
- Showtimes: 7 and 9:30 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Chris Acker
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: The Pinhook
- City: Durham
MaryJo
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Steve Furey
- Showtimes: 7:30 and 10 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
School of Rock Chapel Hill
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
- City: Carrboro
Keith Allen
- Time: 9 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Sunday, July 26
The Sunday Reset
- Time: 5 p.m.
- Venue: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
- City: Raleigh
Bring Out Yer Dead
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Lincoln Theatre
- City: Raleigh
GrrrlBands Showcase
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Cat’s Cradle
- City: Carrboro
Na’im Lynn
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Steve Furey
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Destin Conrad
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Rialto Theater
- City: Raleigh
Oc3ans
- Time: 8 p.m.
- Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
- City: Raleigh
Monday, July 27
Na’im Lynn
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
- City: Raleigh
Riley! The Band
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Venue: Local 506
- City: Chapel Hill
Plan Your Week of Triangle Entertainment
Music fans have plenty to choose from this week, including stadium concerts, downtown amphitheater performances and intimate club shows. The schedule covers rock, reggae, indie music, country, hip-hop and tribute performances across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Saxapahaw and Selma.
Tickets, age restrictions, parking policies and venue rules vary by event. Showtimes and availability may also change. Attendees should confirm details directly with the venue or official ticket provider before purchasing tickets or traveling.
Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh and the Triangle, including concerts, comedy, nightlife and weekly event guides.
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Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide: Concerts, Comedy & Live Entertainment Across the Triangle (May 11–17, 2026)
Looking for the biggest concerts, comedy shows, and live performances happening across Raleigh, Durham, Carrboro, Wake Forest, Saxapahaw, and beyond this week? The Triangle is packed with major touring acts, indie favorites, metal shows, orchestral performances, comedy nights, and late-night events from May 11 through May 17, 2026.
From Kid Cudi and David Byrne to Godsmack, Iron & Wine, Lucinda Williams, and the North Carolina Symphony, the DoRaleigh week’s Triangle Big Ticket Event Guide highlights some of the hottest entertainment events happening across the region.
Monday, May 11, 2026
Lorna Shore, Paleface Swiss & Signs of the Swarm
7:00 PM
📍 The Ritz — Raleigh, NCHeavy music fans can kick off the week with an intense night of deathcore and metal performances at The Ritz featuring Lorna Shore, Paleface Swiss, and Signs of the Swarm.
David Byrne
8:00 PM
📍 Durham Performing Arts Center — Durham, NCLegendary musician and former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne brings his acclaimed live performance to DPAC for a night of innovative music and unforgettable stage production.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Kid Cudi
6:30 PM
📍 Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek — Raleigh, NCOne of hip-hop’s most influential artists takes over Walnut Creek with a highly anticipated performance featuring fan favorites and new material.
Kreator
7:30 PM
📍 The Ritz — Raleigh, NCGerman thrash metal legends Kreator bring high-energy metal to Raleigh for a loud and unforgettable evening.
David Byrne
8:00 PM
📍 Durham Performing Arts Center — Durham, NCA second night of David Byrne at DPAC gives Triangle music lovers another chance to catch one of music’s most iconic performers live.
Bill Callahan
8:00 PM
📍 Haw River Ballroom — Saxapahaw, NCAcclaimed singer-songwriter Bill Callahan delivers an intimate indie-folk performance in one of North Carolina’s most unique music venues.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Throwback Sounds of Summer
12:45 PM
📍 Rudy Theatre — Selma, NCEnjoy nostalgic summer hits and classic favorites during this daytime performance in Selma.
The Wilson Springs Hotel
8:00 PM
📍 The Pour House Music Hall — Raleigh, NCBluegrass and Americana fans can enjoy an evening of energetic live music at The Pour House.
Adam Minnick
8:00 PM
📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NCCatch stand-up comedy from Adam Minnick at one of Raleigh’s top comedy venues.
Jacoozy
8:00 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre — Raleigh, NCElectronic and experimental sounds take over Lincoln Theatre for a lively Thursday night show.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Noah Guthrie
7:30 PM
📍 The Wake Forest Listening Room at Magnolia Roots — Wake Forest, NCExperience an intimate live performance from singer-songwriter Noah Guthrie in Wake Forest.
Matt Ross
7:30 PM
📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NCComedy fans can catch Matt Ross during a weekend run at Goodnights.
Mint Field
7:30 PM
📍 The Pinhook — Durham, NCDream-pop and shoegaze vibes arrive in Durham with Mint Field.
By Storm
8:00 PM
📍 Cat’s Cradle Back Room — Carrboro, NCEnjoy an energetic indie performance at the iconic Cat’s Cradle Back Room.
Brodie Cormack Band
8:00 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre — Raleigh, NCLive country and southern rock take center stage at Lincoln Theatre.
Lucinda Williams and Her Band
9:00 PM
📍 Haw River Ballroom — Saxapahaw, NCGrammy-winning Americana legend Lucinda Williams performs in Saxapahaw for what promises to be a memorable evening.
Resurrection: A Goth Night
9:00 PM
📍 The Pour House Music Hall — Raleigh, NCDance the night away at this goth-inspired nightlife event featuring darkwave, industrial, and alternative sounds.
Jantsen
10:00 PM
📍 The Underground — Raleigh, NCBass music fans can close out Friday night with an energetic electronic performance from Jantsen.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Overcome Fest
2:00 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre — Raleigh, NCThis multi-act festival brings together heavy music and hardcore performances for an all-day event in downtown Raleigh.
John Crist
7:00 PM
📍 Durham Performing Arts Center — Durham, NCPopular comedian John Crist takes the stage at DPAC for a night of stand-up comedy.
Godsmack, Stone Temple Pilots & Dorothy
7:00 PM
📍 Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek — Raleigh, NCA massive rock lineup hits Raleigh with performances from Godsmack, Stone Temple Pilots, and Dorothy.
Ole 60
7:30 PM
📍 Red Hat Amphitheater — Raleigh, NCCountry and southern rock fans can enjoy a live outdoor concert in downtown Raleigh.
Matt Ross
7:30 PM
📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NCAnother chance to catch Matt Ross live at Goodnights Comedy Club.
North Carolina Symphony: Capathia Jenkins & Ryan Shaw – ICON: Motown and Beyond
8:00 PM
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts — Raleigh, NCCelebrate Motown classics and legendary hits with the North Carolina Symphony alongside powerhouse vocalists Capathia Jenkins and Ryan Shaw.
Iron & Wine
8:00 PM
📍 Haw River Ballroom — Saxapahaw, NCBeloved indie-folk artist Iron & Wine performs in the intimate Haw River Ballroom setting.
Toadies, Local H & Vandoliers
8:00 PM
📍 The Ritz — Raleigh, NCAlternative rock fans can catch a stacked lineup featuring Toadies, Local H, and Vandoliers.
Andrew Marlin & Josh Oliver
8:00 PM
📍 Cat’s Cradle — Carrboro, NCRoots and Americana music shine during this special performance in Carrboro.
The Bleeding Hearts
8:00 PM
📍 The Pour House Music Hall — Raleigh, NCEnjoy live rock and alternative music at The Pour House.
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Triangle Youth Orchestra
2:00 PM & 5:00 PM
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts — Raleigh, NCSupport young musicians from across the region during this special orchestral performance showcase.
Emo Philips
4:00 PM
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NCLegendary comedian Emo Philips brings his signature surreal humor to Raleigh.
Punch Brothers
7:30 PM
📍 Carolina Theatre — Durham, NCGrammy-winning progressive bluegrass group Punch Brothers perform live in Durham.
Matt Ross
7:30 PM
📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club — Raleigh, NCThe weekend comedy run wraps up with another performance from Matt Ross.
Iron & Wine
8:00 PM
📍 Cat’s Cradle — Carrboro, NCA second Triangle appearance from Iron & Wine gives fans another chance to catch the acclaimed indie artist live.
The Black Angels & L.A. Witch
8:00 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre — Raleigh, NCPsychedelic rock and dark surf-rock collide for a memorable Sunday night concert.
Yot Club
8:00 PM
📍 Motorco Music Hall — Durham, NCCatch indie-pop and lo-fi sounds live at Motorco.
Grace Ives
8:00 PM
📍 Cat’s Cradle Back Room — Carrboro, NCElectronic-pop artist Grace Ives performs in Carrboro.
Square One
8:00 PM
📍 The Pour House Music Hall — Raleigh, NCClose out the weekend with live music at The Pour House in downtown Raleigh.
Plan Your Week of Live Entertainment in the Triangle
Whether you’re into hip-hop, indie rock, Americana, orchestral music, hardcore, stand-up comedy, or electronic music, the Triangle’s live entertainment calendar is packed this week. From Raleigh and Durham to Carrboro, Wake Forest, Selma, and Saxapahaw, there’s something happening every night.
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The Triangle Big Ticket Events Guide December 1–8th Edition
As December arrives in the Triangle, the region’s entertainment scene explodes with holiday favorites, national touring acts, iconic tributes, comedy showcases, symphony performances, and high-energy concerts spanning Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Wake Forest, Rocky Mount, Fayetteville, and beyond. This Triangle Live Big Ticket Events Guide highlights the week’s most anticipated shows from December 1–8, 2025, giving residents and visitors a comprehensive look at the major performances defining the start of the holiday season. With dozens of showtimes across multiple cities, this guide helps you navigate the biggest cultural moments happening across the Triangle—day by day, stage by stage.
The week kicks off on Monday, December 1, with the beloved regional holiday tradition Christmas Jubilee returning at 12:45 PM to Rudy Theatre in Selma. This festive production is known for its high-energy choreography, elaborate costumes, and nostalgic musical arrangements that draw families back year after year. Monday night shifts gears to hip-hop as J.I.D. brings his unmatched lyricism and stage presence to The Ritz in Raleigh, offering fans a rare chance to see one of the most respected voices in modern rap up close.
Tuesday, December 2, continues with another midday performance of Christmas Jubilee before the spotlight shifts to Carrboro, where rising indie band Little Image performs at Cat’s Cradle. Their atmospheric sound and captivating live show make them a standout pick for Triangle music lovers seeking something fresh and intimate.
The entertainment calendar accelerates on Thursday, December 4, with a full day of options across the region. Rudy Theatre hosts Christmas Jubilee twice more at 12:45 PM and 6:45 PM, while the Triangle’s laughter lovers head to Raleigh Improv in Cary for a 7:00 PM performance by the legendary Rickey Smiley. Theatergoers can enjoy The Outsiders at DPAC in Durham at 7:30 PM, bringing Broadway-level production quality and powerful storytelling to one of the state’s top performing arts venues. Indie rock fans can also catch Willis at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro at 8:00 PM.
Friday, December 5, marks the busiest night of the week with a long list of major shows spanning all genres. Christmas Jubilee returns for two more showtimes at 12:45 PM and 6:45 PM, while Smithfield’s Paul A. Johnston Auditorium hosts the Country Music Showcase at 7:00 PM. The Outsiders returns for another evening performance at DPAC, and holiday-favorite The Raleigh Ringers bring their world-renowned handbell artistry to the Jones Performing Arts Center in Louisburg.
Tribute lovers can experience the iconic 1964 Beatles at the Dunn Center in Rocky Mount, while Wake Forest hosts a special performance from Rod Abernethy at the Magnolia Roots Listening Room. Comedy dominates Raleigh with Mandal, Zarna Garg, and a late-night Rickey Smiley show at Goodnights Comedy Club and Raleigh Improv. For classical music fans, the North Carolina Symphony presents Handel’s Messiah at Meymandi Concert Hall. Rock fans can enjoy Steve Gunn at Kings or Susto Stringband & Oliver Hazard at Cat’s Cradle. Electronic music takes the late-night spotlight as Ahee hits the stage at Lincoln Theatre at 8:30 PM.
On Saturday, December 6, the Triangle continues its entertainment marathon. Noon kicks off with another Christmas Jubilee performance, followed by afternoon shows of The Outsiders at DPAC and Handel’s Messiah with the NC Symphony. Smithfield’s Country Music Showcase returns for two more performances at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Evening events feature a diverse mix: Travis Ledoyt brings his Elvis-inspired show to Wilson, while Matt Lewis performs at The Acorn Center in Littleton. Raleigh’s Mandal continues his comedy run at Goodnights.
Saturday night’s major concerts include Ok Go bringing energetic alt-rock to The Ritz in Raleigh, Jessica Kirson headlining Carolina Theatre in Durham, and the huge Blues Is Alright Tour lighting up Fayetteville with King George, Tucka, Pokey Bear, and West Love. Raleigh fans can also enjoy The Last Waltz – A Musical Celebration of The Band at Kings or dance the night away to Start Making Sense, a Talking Heads tribute, at Lincoln Theatre. Mandal closes out the night with a 10 PM show at Goodnights.
On Sunday, December 7, the week slows into a more relaxed rhythm with a 2:15 PM showing of Christmas Jubilee, followed by Handel’s Messiah at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill. Mandal returns for one last weekend performance at 7:30 PM in Raleigh, and the evening ends with Chokecherry performing at Cat’s Cradle Back Room in Carrboro.
The week concludes on Monday, December 8, with another midday performance of Christmas Jubilee, wrapping up an incredible run of live entertainment across the region.
From Broadway shows and holiday spectacles to hip-hop concerts, indie performances, symphonic masterpieces, comedy showcases, and iconic tributes, early December in the Triangle delivers some of the most diverse and exciting entertainment of the year. Whether you’re planning a festive family outing or a night out with friends, this guide ensures you won’t miss the biggest shows lighting up the Triangle’s stages.
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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The Triangle Big Ticket Events Guide December 1–8th Edition
As December arrives in the Triangle, the region’s entertainment scene explodes with holiday favorites, national touring acts, iconic tributes, comedy showcases, symphony performances, and high-energy concerts spanning Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Wake Forest, Rocky Mount, Fayetteville, and beyond. This Triangle Live Big Ticket Events Guide highlights the week’s most anticipated shows from December 1–8, 2025, giving residents and visitors a comprehensive look at the major performances defining the start of the holiday season. With dozens of showtimes across multiple cities, this guide helps you navigate the biggest cultural moments happening across the Triangle—day by day, stage by stage.
The week kicks off on Monday, December 1, with the beloved regional holiday tradition Christmas Jubilee returning at 12:45 PM to Rudy Theatre in Selma. This festive production is known for its high-energy choreography, elaborate costumes, and nostalgic musical arrangements that draw families back year after year. Monday night shifts gears to hip-hop as J.I.D. brings his unmatched lyricism and stage presence to The Ritz in Raleigh, offering fans a rare chance to see one of the most respected voices in modern rap up close.
Tuesday, December 2, continues with another midday performance of Christmas Jubilee before the spotlight shifts to Carrboro, where rising indie band Little Image performs at Cat’s Cradle. Their atmospheric sound and captivating live show make them a standout pick for Triangle music lovers seeking something fresh and intimate.
The entertainment calendar accelerates on Thursday, December 4, with a full day of options across the region. Rudy Theatre hosts Christmas Jubilee twice more at 12:45 PM and 6:45 PM, while the Triangle’s laughter lovers head to Raleigh Improv in Cary for a 7:00 PM performance by the legendary Rickey Smiley. Theatergoers can enjoy The Outsiders at DPAC in Durham at 7:30 PM, bringing Broadway-level production quality and powerful storytelling to one of the state’s top performing arts venues. Indie rock fans can also catch Willis at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro at 8:00 PM.
Friday, December 5, marks the busiest night of the week with a long list of major shows spanning all genres. Christmas Jubilee returns for two more showtimes at 12:45 PM and 6:45 PM, while Smithfield’s Paul A. Johnston Auditorium hosts the Country Music Showcase at 7:00 PM. The Outsiders returns for another evening performance at DPAC, and holiday-favorite The Raleigh Ringers bring their world-renowned handbell artistry to the Jones Performing Arts Center in Louisburg.
Tribute lovers can experience the iconic 1964 Beatles at the Dunn Center in Rocky Mount, while Wake Forest hosts a special performance from Rod Abernethy at the Magnolia Roots Listening Room. Comedy dominates Raleigh with Mandal, Zarna Garg, and a late-night Rickey Smiley show at Goodnights Comedy Club and Raleigh Improv. For classical music fans, the North Carolina Symphony presents Handel’s Messiah at Meymandi Concert Hall. Rock fans can enjoy Steve Gunn at Kings or Susto Stringband & Oliver Hazard at Cat’s Cradle. Electronic music takes the late-night spotlight as Ahee hits the stage at Lincoln Theatre at 8:30 PM.
On Saturday, December 6, the Triangle continues its entertainment marathon. Noon kicks off with another Christmas Jubilee performance, followed by afternoon shows of The Outsiders at DPAC and Handel’s Messiah with the NC Symphony. Smithfield’s Country Music Showcase returns for two more performances at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Evening events feature a diverse mix: Travis Ledoyt brings his Elvis-inspired show to Wilson, while Matt Lewis performs at The Acorn Center in Littleton. Raleigh’s Mandal continues his comedy run at Goodnights.
Saturday night’s major concerts include Ok Go bringing energetic alt-rock to The Ritz in Raleigh, Jessica Kirson headlining Carolina Theatre in Durham, and the huge Blues Is Alright Tour lighting up Fayetteville with King George, Tucka, Pokey Bear, and West Love. Raleigh fans can also enjoy The Last Waltz – A Musical Celebration of The Band at Kings or dance the night away to Start Making Sense, a Talking Heads tribute, at Lincoln Theatre. Mandal closes out the night with a 10 PM show at Goodnights.
On Sunday, December 7, the week slows into a more relaxed rhythm with a 2:15 PM showing of Christmas Jubilee, followed by Handel’s Messiah at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill. Mandal returns for one last weekend performance at 7:30 PM in Raleigh, and the evening ends with Chokecherry performing at Cat’s Cradle Back Room in Carrboro.
The week concludes on Monday, December 8, with another midday performance of Christmas Jubilee, wrapping up an incredible run of live entertainment across the region.
From Broadway shows and holiday spectacles to hip-hop concerts, indie performances, symphonic masterpieces, comedy showcases, and iconic tributes, early December in the Triangle delivers some of the most diverse and exciting entertainment of the year. Whether you’re planning a festive family outing or a night out with friends, this guide ensures you won’t miss the biggest shows lighting up the Triangle’s stages.
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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The Triangle Big Ticket Events Guide December 1–8th Edition
As December arrives in the Triangle, the region’s entertainment scene explodes with holiday favorites, national touring acts, iconic tributes, comedy showcases, symphony performances, and high-energy concerts spanning Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Wake Forest, Rocky Mount, Fayetteville, and beyond. This Triangle Live Big Ticket Events Guide highlights the week’s most anticipated shows from December 1–8, 2025, giving residents and visitors a comprehensive look at the major performances defining the start of the holiday season. With dozens of showtimes across multiple cities, this guide helps you navigate the biggest cultural moments happening across the Triangle—day by day, stage by stage.
The week kicks off on Monday, December 1, with the beloved regional holiday tradition Christmas Jubilee returning at 12:45 PM to Rudy Theatre in Selma. This festive production is known for its high-energy choreography, elaborate costumes, and nostalgic musical arrangements that draw families back year after year. Monday night shifts gears to hip-hop as J.I.D. brings his unmatched lyricism and stage presence to The Ritz in Raleigh, offering fans a rare chance to see one of the most respected voices in modern rap up close.
Tuesday, December 2, continues with another midday performance of Christmas Jubilee before the spotlight shifts to Carrboro, where rising indie band Little Image performs at Cat’s Cradle. Their atmospheric sound and captivating live show make them a standout pick for Triangle music lovers seeking something fresh and intimate.
The entertainment calendar accelerates on Thursday, December 4, with a full day of options across the region. Rudy Theatre hosts Christmas Jubilee twice more at 12:45 PM and 6:45 PM, while the Triangle’s laughter lovers head to Raleigh Improv in Cary for a 7:00 PM performance by the legendary Rickey Smiley. Theatergoers can enjoy The Outsiders at DPAC in Durham at 7:30 PM, bringing Broadway-level production quality and powerful storytelling to one of the state’s top performing arts venues. Indie rock fans can also catch Willis at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro at 8:00 PM.
Friday, December 5, marks the busiest night of the week with a long list of major shows spanning all genres. Christmas Jubilee returns for two more showtimes at 12:45 PM and 6:45 PM, while Smithfield’s Paul A. Johnston Auditorium hosts the Country Music Showcase at 7:00 PM. The Outsiders returns for another evening performance at DPAC, and holiday-favorite The Raleigh Ringers bring their world-renowned handbell artistry to the Jones Performing Arts Center in Louisburg.
Tribute lovers can experience the iconic 1964 Beatles at the Dunn Center in Rocky Mount, while Wake Forest hosts a special performance from Rod Abernethy at the Magnolia Roots Listening Room. Comedy dominates Raleigh with Mandal, Zarna Garg, and a late-night Rickey Smiley show at Goodnights Comedy Club and Raleigh Improv. For classical music fans, the North Carolina Symphony presents Handel’s Messiah at Meymandi Concert Hall. Rock fans can enjoy Steve Gunn at Kings or Susto Stringband & Oliver Hazard at Cat’s Cradle. Electronic music takes the late-night spotlight as Ahee hits the stage at Lincoln Theatre at 8:30 PM.
On Saturday, December 6, the Triangle continues its entertainment marathon. Noon kicks off with another Christmas Jubilee performance, followed by afternoon shows of The Outsiders at DPAC and Handel’s Messiah with the NC Symphony. Smithfield’s Country Music Showcase returns for two more performances at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Evening events feature a diverse mix: Travis Ledoyt brings his Elvis-inspired show to Wilson, while Matt Lewis performs at The Acorn Center in Littleton. Raleigh’s Mandal continues his comedy run at Goodnights.
Saturday night’s major concerts include Ok Go bringing energetic alt-rock to The Ritz in Raleigh, Jessica Kirson headlining Carolina Theatre in Durham, and the huge Blues Is Alright Tour lighting up Fayetteville with King George, Tucka, Pokey Bear, and West Love. Raleigh fans can also enjoy The Last Waltz – A Musical Celebration of The Band at Kings or dance the night away to Start Making Sense, a Talking Heads tribute, at Lincoln Theatre. Mandal closes out the night with a 10 PM show at Goodnights.
On Sunday, December 7, the week slows into a more relaxed rhythm with a 2:15 PM showing of Christmas Jubilee, followed by Handel’s Messiah at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill. Mandal returns for one last weekend performance at 7:30 PM in Raleigh, and the evening ends with Chokecherry performing at Cat’s Cradle Back Room in Carrboro.
The week concludes on Monday, December 8, with another midday performance of Christmas Jubilee, wrapping up an incredible run of live entertainment across the region.
From Broadway shows and holiday spectacles to hip-hop concerts, indie performances, symphonic masterpieces, comedy showcases, and iconic tributes, early December in the Triangle delivers some of the most diverse and exciting entertainment of the year. Whether you’re planning a festive family outing or a night out with friends, this guide ensures you won’t miss the biggest shows lighting up the Triangle’s stages.
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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The Triangle Big Ticket Events Guide December 1–8th Edition
As December arrives in the Triangle, the region’s entertainment scene explodes with holiday favorites, national touring acts, iconic tributes, comedy showcases, symphony performances, and high-energy concerts spanning Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Wake Forest, Rocky Mount, Fayetteville, and beyond. This Triangle Live Big Ticket Events Guide highlights the week’s most anticipated shows from December 1–8, 2025, giving residents and visitors a comprehensive look at the major performances defining the start of the holiday season. With dozens of showtimes across multiple cities, this guide helps you navigate the biggest cultural moments happening across the Triangle—day by day, stage by stage.
The week kicks off on Monday, December 1, with the beloved regional holiday tradition Christmas Jubilee returning at 12:45 PM to Rudy Theatre in Selma. This festive production is known for its high-energy choreography, elaborate costumes, and nostalgic musical arrangements that draw families back year after year. Monday night shifts gears to hip-hop as J.I.D. brings his unmatched lyricism and stage presence to The Ritz in Raleigh, offering fans a rare chance to see one of the most respected voices in modern rap up close.
Tuesday, December 2, continues with another midday performance of Christmas Jubilee before the spotlight shifts to Carrboro, where rising indie band Little Image performs at Cat’s Cradle. Their atmospheric sound and captivating live show make them a standout pick for Triangle music lovers seeking something fresh and intimate.
The entertainment calendar accelerates on Thursday, December 4, with a full day of options across the region. Rudy Theatre hosts Christmas Jubilee twice more at 12:45 PM and 6:45 PM, while the Triangle’s laughter lovers head to Raleigh Improv in Cary for a 7:00 PM performance by the legendary Rickey Smiley. Theatergoers can enjoy The Outsiders at DPAC in Durham at 7:30 PM, bringing Broadway-level production quality and powerful storytelling to one of the state’s top performing arts venues. Indie rock fans can also catch Willis at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro at 8:00 PM.
Friday, December 5, marks the busiest night of the week with a long list of major shows spanning all genres. Christmas Jubilee returns for two more showtimes at 12:45 PM and 6:45 PM, while Smithfield’s Paul A. Johnston Auditorium hosts the Country Music Showcase at 7:00 PM. The Outsiders returns for another evening performance at DPAC, and holiday-favorite The Raleigh Ringers bring their world-renowned handbell artistry to the Jones Performing Arts Center in Louisburg.
Tribute lovers can experience the iconic 1964 Beatles at the Dunn Center in Rocky Mount, while Wake Forest hosts a special performance from Rod Abernethy at the Magnolia Roots Listening Room. Comedy dominates Raleigh with Mandal, Zarna Garg, and a late-night Rickey Smiley show at Goodnights Comedy Club and Raleigh Improv. For classical music fans, the North Carolina Symphony presents Handel’s Messiah at Meymandi Concert Hall. Rock fans can enjoy Steve Gunn at Kings or Susto Stringband & Oliver Hazard at Cat’s Cradle. Electronic music takes the late-night spotlight as Ahee hits the stage at Lincoln Theatre at 8:30 PM.
On Saturday, December 6, the Triangle continues its entertainment marathon. Noon kicks off with another Christmas Jubilee performance, followed by afternoon shows of The Outsiders at DPAC and Handel’s Messiah with the NC Symphony. Smithfield’s Country Music Showcase returns for two more performances at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Evening events feature a diverse mix: Travis Ledoyt brings his Elvis-inspired show to Wilson, while Matt Lewis performs at The Acorn Center in Littleton. Raleigh’s Mandal continues his comedy run at Goodnights.
Saturday night’s major concerts include Ok Go bringing energetic alt-rock to The Ritz in Raleigh, Jessica Kirson headlining Carolina Theatre in Durham, and the huge Blues Is Alright Tour lighting up Fayetteville with King George, Tucka, Pokey Bear, and West Love. Raleigh fans can also enjoy The Last Waltz – A Musical Celebration of The Band at Kings or dance the night away to Start Making Sense, a Talking Heads tribute, at Lincoln Theatre. Mandal closes out the night with a 10 PM show at Goodnights.
On Sunday, December 7, the week slows into a more relaxed rhythm with a 2:15 PM showing of Christmas Jubilee, followed by Handel’s Messiah at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill. Mandal returns for one last weekend performance at 7:30 PM in Raleigh, and the evening ends with Chokecherry performing at Cat’s Cradle Back Room in Carrboro.
The week concludes on Monday, December 8, with another midday performance of Christmas Jubilee, wrapping up an incredible run of live entertainment across the region.
From Broadway shows and holiday spectacles to hip-hop concerts, indie performances, symphonic masterpieces, comedy showcases, and iconic tributes, early December in the Triangle delivers some of the most diverse and exciting entertainment of the year. Whether you’re planning a festive family outing or a night out with friends, this guide ensures you won’t miss the biggest shows lighting up the Triangle’s stages.
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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