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🗓️ Wednesday, June 4 – Where Midweek Comes Alive

Raleigh isn’t waiting for the weekend—Wednesday’s calendar is stacked with everything from nostalgic concerts to comfort food favorites. Here’s your go-to list for midweek fun:

🎶 Live Music & Entertainment

I Want My 80s Tour: Rick Springfield, John Waite, Wang Chung & Paul Young 📍 Red Hat Amphitheater Get ready to dance down memory lane with iconic ’80s artists under the stars in downtown Raleigh. Carolina Clam N Jam 📍 Good Day Good Night Seafood, drinks, and chill vibes—this local favorite is a flavorful way to enjoy your Wednesday. Wednesday Karaoke at Neptunes! ⏰ 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. | 📍 Neptunes Parlour Show off your pipes or cheer on brave singers in this legendary late-night singalong.

🍷 Food & Drink Specials

Mac-n-Cheese Night Special! ⏰ 5 p.m. – 12 a.m. | 📍 Le Dive Gourmet spins on everyone’s favorite comfort food—mac and cheese dreams do come true. Wine Wednesdays at Sitti ⏰ 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. | 📍 Sitti Authentic Lebanese Pair fine wines with traditional Lebanese cuisine in a warm, elegant atmosphere. Evening Wine Tastings Return to Mulino ⏰ 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 📍 Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar Sip and swirl in the garden patio of one of Raleigh’s favorite Italian spots.

🛍️ Markets & Community

The Midweek Market ⏰ 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 📍 Moore Square Support local growers and makers with this relaxing, open-air market in the heart of downtown.

🗓️ Thursday, June 5 – More to Explore

The fun continues into Thursday with more local flavor, free tastings, and live performances.

🍔 Eats & Drinks

Burger Night Thursdays 📍 Le Dive Midweek burgers never looked so good—try house specials or build your own. Free Wine Tasting + Santopietros Food Truck ⏰ 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. | 📍 The Raleigh Wine Shop Savor new flavors and enjoy bites from one of Raleigh’s favorite food trucks.

🎤 Music & Creative Arts

LIVE at Raleigh Times featuring XOXOK ⏰ 7 – 10 p.m. | 📍 The Raleigh Times Bar Catch local indie-soul artist XOXOK in an intimate rooftop performance setting. Samara Joy 📍 Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts Experience the rising jazz star whose voice has captivated audiences around the world. Zenith Raleigh Downtown Karaoke ⏰ 9 p.m. | 📍 Zenith Raleigh Another night, another stage—bring your voice and your crew. The Art of Turning Your Personal Experiences into Articles ⏰ 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. | 📍 Redbud Writing Project Transform life stories into powerful narratives at this hands-on creative writing workshop.

📍 Stay Connected

Don’t miss out on what’s happening in the City of Oaks. Bookmark DoRaleigh.com for the latest on food, music, markets, and all things local.

Raleigh isn’t waiting for the weekend, and neither should you.