Looking for the hottest concerts, comedy shows, and live entertainment in the Triangle? From Raleigh to Cary, Durham to Carrboro, this week’s Big Ticket Event Guide is packed with must-see performances. Whether you’re a music lover, comedy fan, or family event seeker, here’s your guide to the can’t-miss shows happening August 26–31, 2025.

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Led Varela – En Español 🕢 7:30 PM | 📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh Laugh the night away with international comedian Led Varela, bringing sharp wit and humor in Spanish.

Lilac Kings & Letters to Part 🕢 7:30 PM | 📍 Kings – Raleigh Catch this dynamic lineup of rising alternative and post-rock bands in an intimate Raleigh venue.

Mountain Grass Unit 🕗 8:00 PM | 📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro Bluegrass fans won’t want to miss Mountain Grass Unit, delivering high-energy picking and soulful melodies.

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Todd Rundgren 🕢 7:30 PM | 📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh Legendary rock icon Todd Rundgren takes the stage for an unforgettable night of music and nostalgia.

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Classic Country Jubilee 🕐 12:45 PM | 📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma A daytime celebration of country classics with timeless performances.

Hassan Phills 🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Raleigh Improv – Cary Fresh comedy from the hilarious Hassan Phills, known for sharp takes on everyday life.

Zach Martina 🕢 7:30 PM | 📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh Get ready for big laughs with stand-up comedian Zach Martina.

Friday, August 29, 2025

Cozy Worldwide – 🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 The Ritz – Raleigh

Bryan Callen – 🕖 7:00 PM & 🕤 9:15 PM | 📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band – 🕢 7:30 PM | 📍 Carolina Theatre – Durham

Zar the Star – 🕢 7:30 PM & 🕤 9:45 PM | 📍 Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

Codd Dubz – 🕗 8:00 PM | 📍 The Pour House – Raleigh

Orchestra Noir – 🕗 8:00 PM | 📍 Raleigh Memorial Auditorium – Raleigh

Keyse – Album Release Show – 🕗 8:00 PM | 📍 Kings – Raleigh

Sun.Moon.Stars – A Tribute to Black Sabbath – 🕣 8:30 PM | 📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh

Friday night is loaded with options—whether you’re into comedy, rock, EDM, or symphonic vibes, Raleigh and Durham have you covered.

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Classic Country Jubilee – 🕐 12:45 PM | 📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma

Bryan Callen – 🕕 6:00 PM & 🕣 8:30 PM | 📍 Goodnights – Raleigh

Australian Pink Floyd Show – 🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre – Cary

Caamp – 🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Red Hat Amphitheater – Raleigh

Averly Morillo – 🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Raleigh Memorial Auditorium – Raleigh

Zar the Star – 🕢 7:30 PM | 📍 Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh

I Love the 80s & 90s – 🕙 10:00 PM | 📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh

Saturday brings big outdoor shows with Australian Pink Floyd and Caamp, alongside comedy and late-night throwback parties in Raleigh.

Sunday, August 31, 2025

Plastic Cup Boyz 🕕 6:00 PM | 📍 Raleigh Improv – Cary Comedy trio Plastic Cup Boyz, known from Kevin Hart’s crew, hit the stage with nonstop laughs.

Disney’s Descendants & Zombies: Worlds Collide 🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Lenovo Center – Raleigh A family-friendly Disney musical event that brings two fan-favorite worlds together.

Bubba Dub 🕖 7:00 PM | 📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh End the week with viral comedian Bubba Dub, delivering his signature “trash talk” comedy.

Wrap-Up: A Week of Big Entertainment in the Triangle

From rock legends and country tributes to stand-up comedy and family theater, the Triangle is buzzing with entertainment from August 26–31, 2025. Whether you’re heading to Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Selma, or Carrboro, you’ll find a stage full of excitement waiting for you.

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