Looking for plans this weekend? Raleigh is turning up the volume with an epic lineup of entertainment, arts, food, and community fun! Whether you’re a foodie, music lover, theatergoer, or just looking to soak in some local vibes, Raleigh Entertainment Weekend has something for you. Here’s your guide to everything happening around the city from Friday, April 25 through Sunday, April 27.

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Friday, April 25

Brewgaloo

6 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Fayetteville Street

North Carolina’s largest craft beer festival kicks off Friday night! With live music, food trucks, and more than 100 local brews on tap, Brewgaloo is the place to be.

Burning Coal Theatre Presents Merrily We Roll Along

7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Burning Coal Theatre

Catch this powerful and moving musical as it explores the price of success and the complexity of friendship—told in reverse.

Express Library Chess Club

12 p.m. – 2 p.m. | Express Library, Fayetteville Street

Whether you’re a chess master or new to the game, stop by for strategy, friendly competition, and community connection.

Feel Good Fridays at The Mecca!

7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. | The Mecca Restaurant

Start your weekend with a classic Raleigh tradition—good food, good people, and good vibes at The Mecca.

Live at the Leaf: Cole Nichols

6 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Longleaf Hotel

Unwind with live tunes by Cole Nichols in this relaxed, retro setting with cocktails and a cozy outdoor vibe.

North Carolina Symphony: Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony

8 p.m. | Meymandi Concert Hall

A stunning musical journey featuring one of the most powerful symphonic pieces ever written.

Warren Zeiders: Relapse Tour

Red Hat Amphitheater

Country fans, don’t miss Warren Zeiders bring his raw, rugged sound to the Red Hat stage!

Earth Day and Arbor Day Celebration

4 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Dorothea Dix Park

Celebrate sustainability with music, local vendors, and family-friendly activities under the stars.

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Saturday, April 26

A Taste of Downtown Raleigh Food Tour

2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | City of Raleigh Museum

Explore the city’s culinary scene bite by bite. Come hungry and leave happy!

Arts on the Block

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Artspace

Browse local art, meet creators, and take home something beautiful during this day-long block party of creativity.

Brewgaloo Day 2

12 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Fayetteville Street

The beer fest continues—more music, more beer, more sunshine!

Carolina Youth Ballet: Don Quixote

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

A magical performance filled with passion and drama. Perfect for lovers of dance and storytelling.

GRL MARKET | Women’s Maker Market

12 p.m. – 3 p.m. | Transfer Co. Ballroom

Celebrate women-owned brands, artists, and creatives at this vibrant pop-up market.

Hell Yeah I Have Bingo with Rusty

3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Libations 317

Bingo + Rusty = a hilariously good time. Prizes, drinks, and lots of laughs!

Historic Oakwood Walking Tour

10:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Raleigh Walking Tours

Discover Raleigh’s past as you stroll through one of its most iconic neighborhoods.

Twerk Yoga – Embodied, Empowered, Unapologetic

9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. | The Self Care Marketplace

Move your body, unleash your confidence, and have a blast in this empowering wellness event.

Hands-on History: Propagate a Fig Tree

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Bicentennial Plaza

Learn to grow your own fig tree and connect with Raleigh’s agricultural roots.

North Carolina Symphony Encore

8 p.m. | Meymandi Concert Hall

Missed it Friday? Experience the breathtaking Organ Symphony again Saturday night.

Raleigh Sip N’ Stroll Treasure Hunt

2 p.m. – 3 p.m. | Crank Arm Brewing

Walk, sip, and solve clues in this fun, interactive city scavenger hunt.

Burning Coal Theatre: Merrily We Roll Along

7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Burning Coal Theatre

One more night to catch this unforgettable show before it closes Sunday!

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Sunday, April 27

Closing Night: Merrily We Roll Along

7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Burning Coal Theatre

Don’t miss your last chance to experience this emotional, time-twisting musical.

Downtown Raleigh Treasure Hunt

2 p.m. – 3 p.m. | Sir Walter Coffee

One more opportunity to explore, solve, and sip with your squad!

Lean Into Lyrical Workshop

2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Current Wellness

Move, flow, and express through lyrical dance in this immersive workshop experience.

Sunday at Slim’s

All Day | Slim’s Downtown

Live music, strong drinks, and that gritty-cool downtown energy—Sunday Funday starts here.

Sunday Tradition: Half-Priced Spaghetti & Meatballs at Gravy

11 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Gravy

End your weekend the cozy way—with a plate of comfort food at one of Raleigh’s most loved Italian spots.

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Let your weekend bloom with unforgettable memories—see you out there, Raleigh!