Looking for things to do in Downtown Raleigh today? Whether you’re here for live music, geek culture, or delicious food, downtown has you covered. Here’s your one-stop guide to making Thursday unforgettable:

Main Events & Highlights

“Weird Al” Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder Tour Red Hat Amphitheater – Comedy meets music in a performance that’s as outrageous as it is entertaining. Opening: GalaxyCon Raleigh 2025 Raleigh Convention Center – Celebrate pop culture with celebrity guests, cosplay, comics, and more.

Food & Drink Specials

Burger Night Thursdays Le Dive – Because Thursdays deserve burgers. Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week Experience exclusive menus and specials at: Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen (11 a.m. – 10 p.m.) Gravy (11 a.m. – 10 p.m.) Sitti Authentic Lebanese (11 a.m. – 10 p.m.) Taverna Agora (11 a.m. – 10 p.m.) The Pit (11 a.m. – 10 p.m.) The Raleigh Times Bar (11 a.m. – 11 p.m.) Vidrio (All day)

Afternoon & Evening Fun

SUNSET SOCIAL at THE BEND 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | The Bend Bar – Enjoy good vibes, food, and drinks as the sun sets over downtown. GalaxyCon Show Your Badge Perks & Raffle Bricks & Minifigs Downtown Raleigh – Exclusive offers and a chance to win prizes. Tarot & Toast 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Unlikely Professionals – A unique night of readings and toast-worthy drinks.

Live Music & Nightlife

Gennie Faye – LIVE at Raleigh Times: Downtown Music Series 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | The Raleigh Times Bar GalaxyCon Mingle 8:00 p.m. | Boxcar Bar and Arcade – Connect with fellow fans after the convention. Slim’s Nightcap with Frank Longino 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Slim’s Downtown Zenith Raleigh Downtown Karaoke 9:00 p.m. | Zenith Raleigh – Take the stage and sing your favorites late into the night.

Wrap-Up

Downtown Raleigh is buzzing today with big shows, foodie finds, and plenty of nightlife. Whether you’re in town for GalaxyCon or just looking for a fun night out, there’s something for everyone.

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