Raleigh Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Raleigh, NC, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 12, 2026
Events take place across Raleigh throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 562 Upcoming Events
- 27 Events This Weekend
- 22 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 562
- sports 68
- concerts 152
- broadway 16
- Live Shows 187
- comedy 156
- family 115
- This Weekend 27
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Raleigh events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Raleigh Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Raleigh
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 560
- Nov 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — CIRCUS: UniverSoul Circus at Circus Grounds at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek,
3801 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610, US. From $32, Avg. price ~ $68, Tickets Available: 375. Select Seats - Nov 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — COMEDY: Kyle Kinane at Goodnights Comedy Club, 861 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, NC 27603, US. From $58, Avg. price ~ $80, Tickets Available: 44. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COMEDY: Kyle Kinane at Goodnights Comedy Club, 861 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, NC 27603, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $68, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — CIRCUS: UniverSoul Circus at Circus Grounds at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, 3801 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $72, Tickets Available: 562. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value: North Carolina State Wolfpack vs. Troy Trojans at Lenovo Center • 19722 seats, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607, US. From $4, Avg. price ~ $32, Tickets Available: 437. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — COMEDY, High Demand: Emma Willmann at Room 861 At Goodnights Comedy Club, 511 Woodburn Road, Raleigh, NC 27605, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $709, Tickets Available: 46. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — CLASSICAL: North Carolina Symphony: How To Train Your Dragon In Concert at Meymandi Concert Hall At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts • 1587 seats, 2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, US. From $95, Avg. price ~ $168, Tickets Available: 35. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — JAZZ / BLUES: Giles Corey at Kings, 14 West Martin Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, US. From $31, Avg. price ~ $47, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: Level Up at The Ritz - Raleigh • 1150 seats, 2820 Industrial Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $58, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — THEATRE, High Demand: A Magical Cirque Christmas at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts • 2369 seats, 2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $82, Tickets Available: 772. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 8:30 PM Fri — BLUEGRASS, High Demand: Shadowgrass at The Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh • 1225 seats, 126 E. Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, US. From $30, Avg. price ~ $472, Tickets Available: 40. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 9:45 PM Fri — COMEDY, High Demand: Emma Willmann at Room 861 At Goodnights Comedy Club, 511 Woodburn Road, Raleigh, NC 27605, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $704, Tickets Available: 55. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: UniverSoul Circus at Circus Grounds at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, 3801 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $75, Tickets Available: 209. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Weekend Event: North Carolina State Wolfpack vs. Syracuse Orange at Carter Finley Stadium • 57583 seats, 4600 Trinity Road, Raleigh, NC 27607, US. From $14, Avg. price ~ $48, Tickets Available: 1550, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: North Carolina Symphony: How To Train Your Dragon In Concert at Meymandi Concert Hall At Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts • 1587 seats, 2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, US. From $62, Avg. price ~ $181, Tickets Available: 31. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 3:30 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: UniverSoul Circus at Circus Grounds at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, 3801 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $69, Tickets Available: 317. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Kyle Kinane at Goodnights Comedy Club, 861 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, NC 27603, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $76, Tickets Available: 34. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event: Orville Peck at The Ritz - Raleigh • 1150 seats, 2820 Industrial Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $93, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
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Raleigh Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Raleigh events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
The Elovaters
2820 Industrial Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
Upcoming Events: 15
Nov 12, 2026 6:00 PM
Emma Willmann
511 Woodburn Road, Raleigh, NC 27605
Upcoming Events: 12
Nov 12, 2026 6:30 PM
UniverSoul Circus
3801 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610
Upcoming Events: 32
Nov 12, 2026 7:00 PM
Kyle Kinane
861 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
Upcoming Events: 24
Nov 12, 2026 7:30 PM
North Carolina State Wolfpack Basketball
1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
Upcoming Events: 26
Nov 13, 2026 7:00 PM
North Carolina Symphony
2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Upcoming Events: 71
Nov 13, 2026 7:30 PM
A Magical Cirque Christmas
2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Upcoming Events: 41
Nov 13, 2026 8:00 PM
Level Up
2820 Industrial Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
Upcoming Events: 24
Nov 13, 2026 8:00 PM
Giles Corey
14 West Martin Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 13, 2026 8:00 PM
Shadowgrass
126 E. Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Upcoming Events: 4
Nov 13, 2026 8:30 PM
North Carolina State Wolfpack Football
4600 Trinity Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 14, 2026 12:00 PM
Orville Peck
2820 Industrial Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
Upcoming Events: 6
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM
Plus Dueling Pianos Road Show
126 E. Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Christian Johnson
861 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
Upcoming Events: 19
Nov 15, 2026 7:00 PM
Matt Stone
2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 15, 2026 7:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Raleigh. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Raleigh right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Raleigh rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Raleigh?
Yeah — Raleigh doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Raleigh?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Raleigh, NC. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
Browse Events by Category
Find concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, and more in Raleigh and nearby areas
Events Near Raleigh
Here's what's happening nearby.
Nov
13
2026
Garner, NC
Garner Performing Arts CenterFri7:30 PM
Events: 10
Nov
15
2026
Apex, NC
Halle Cultural Arts CenterSun3:00 PM
Events: 6
Nov
17
2026
Fuquay Varina, NC
Hilltop ChurchTue7:00 PM
Events: 1
Nov
21
2026
Cary, NC
Koka Booth Amphitheatre At Regency ParkSat4:30 PM
Events: 123
Nov
21
2026
Clayton, NC
The Clayton Center - NCSat8:00 PM
Events: 2
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