Looking to light up your weekend with unforgettable live entertainment across Raleigh and the Triangle? Whether you’re craving comedy, live music, or high-energy tribute shows, DoRaleigh Big Ticket Event Guide has something for every vibe. Mark your calendars and plan your nights out — this is one jam-packed lineup.

🎤 Thursday, July 10

Jason King

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

🕗 8:00 PM

Kick off your weekend early with laugh-out-loud comedy from Jason King, known for his sharp storytelling and unfiltered observations.

🎸 Friday, July 11

Russell Peters

📍 Raleigh Improv – Cary, NC

🕖 7:00 PM

Globally renowned and unapologetically hilarious, Russell Peters brings his world-touring comedy act to the Triangle. This show will sell out.

Leftover Salmon, The Infamous Stringdusters & The Kitchen Dwellers

📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre – Cary, NC

🕖 7:00 PM

Three heavy hitters of bluegrass and jam band scenes share one stage. Bring your blanket and prepare for serious stringed bliss under the stars.

Zach Rushing

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

🕖 7:00 PM

Southern humor with a twist of rowdy — Zach Rushing knows how to own a stage.

Disciple of The Garden – The Legacy of Chris Cornell

📍 Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard – Raleigh, NC

🕖 7:00 PM

A soulful tribute to one of rock’s most iconic voices, in a relaxed outdoor setting with craft brews and pizza.

Shakey Graves

📍 The Ritz – Raleigh, NC

🕗 8:00 PM

Alt-country, Americana, and foot-stomping good times await with the one-man band phenomenon.

Jeezy

📍 Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

🕗 8:00 PM

Hip-hop heavyweight Jeezy brings the heat with hits that defined a generation. Don’t miss this throwback vibe.

Chicago Rewired – A Tribute to Chicago

📍 The Clayton Center – Clayton, NC

🕗 8:00 PM

Horn-fueled classic rock at its finest — this tribute will have you singing every word.

Neon Hearts

📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh, NC

🕘 9:00 PM

High-energy indie rock with an edge. A great way to close out Friday night.

🌞 Saturday, July 12

Throwback Sounds of Summer

📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma, NC

🕧 12:45 PM

Feel-good, family-friendly tunes from decades past in a matinee performance that celebrates summer nostalgia.

W. Kamau Bell

📍 Carolina Theatre – Durham, NC

🕖 7:00 PM

Acclaimed comedian and sociopolitical commentator brings wit, depth, and razor-sharp humor to Durham.

Tyler, The Creator

📍 Lenovo Center – Raleigh, NC

🕢 7:30 PM

A powerhouse of creativity and music, Tyler delivers a visually stunning, high-octane performance you’ll never forget.

Will Wood

📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro, NC

🕗 8:00 PM

Offbeat, theatrical, and wildly creative, Will Wood is a genre-defying live act you have to see to believe.

Lil Darkie

📍 The Ritz – Raleigh, NC

🕗 8:00 PM

Bold, provocative, and energetic — expect a raw, unfiltered experience.

Joan Osborne

📍 Fletcher Opera Theater – Raleigh, NC

🕗 8:00 PM

The soulful voice behind “One of Us” performs a set blending folk, blues, and roots rock.

Bring Out Yer Dead

📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh, NC

🕗 8:00 PM

Psychedelic sounds and jam band magic. Perfect for Grateful Dead fans and free spirits alike.

NC Symphony Summerfest: The Catalinas

📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre – Cary, NC

🕗 8:00 PM

Beach music meets orchestral elegance in this smooth blend of classics and Carolina charm.

Cristina Mariani

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

🕘 9:45 PM

One of comedy’s rising voices closes out Saturday with a late-night set full of sharp takes and quick wit.

🎶 Sunday, July 13

The Cold Stares

📍 Bird’s Nest Listening Room – Dunn, NC

🕕 6:00 PM

Gritty blues-rock duo bringing down-home power and soul to an intimate venue.

Iron and Wine, I’m With Her & Ken Pomeroy

📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre – Cary, NC

🕡 6:30 PM

Folk heaven. A serene, beautiful evening under the trees with three celebrated artists.

The Christi Show

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

🕢 7:30 PM

Hilariously viral, boldly authentic — Christi is one-of-a-kind.

Duo Andalus featuring Lala Tamar & Ofer Ronen

📍 NC Museum of Art – Raleigh, NC

🕢 7:30 PM

World music, flamenco, and soulful fusion under the stars. Pure magic.

Samantha Crain

📍 Venue TBA

🕗 8:00 PM

Emotionally rich indie folk with a poetic edge. Stay tuned for venue updates or catch her in an intimate setting.

🎟️ Stay in the Loop

This is just the tip of the iceberg for summer events around Raleigh. For updates, ticket links, and insider picks, follow DoRaleigh.com — your go-to guide for the Triangle’s biggest shows.

Get your tickets, grab some friends, and hit the town — this weekend is shaping up to be unforgettable.