Looking for something fun to do after work in downtown Raleigh? Whether you’re ready to unwind with craft beer, enjoy live music, explore local art, or take in a holiday chorale performance, the city offers a full slate of weekday activities on Tuesday, December 9.
From brewery run clubs to open mic nights, nighttime exhibits, and seasonal concerts at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, tonight offers something for every taste and schedule.
🍻 After-Work Bar & Brewery Nights
After Work Shenanigans — Tuesdays at Slim’s
🕓 4:30 PM – 2:00 AM
📍 Slim’s Downtown
A favorite local hangout where Raleigh’s creatives, musicians, and night owls gather every Tuesday for casual drinks, dancing, and late-night energy.
Boilermaker Tuesdays
🕓 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
📍 Boatman Spirits Co.
Kick off the evening with a classic boilermaker combo — whiskey + beer — inside one of downtown Raleigh’s coziest cocktail and spirits venues.
Craft & Draft at Crank Arm
🕕 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company
Sip craft beer and unwind with a midweek creative activity or brewery hangout.
Crank Arm Run Club
🕕 6:30 PM
📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company
Perfect for fitness lovers wanting a relaxed group run followed by refreshing craft drinks. A great way to meet new people and enjoy downtown at night.
🎨 Art & Creative Community
A Life Well Lived — New Paintings by Laura Lacambra Shubert
🕚 Tuesday – Saturday, 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Gallery C, Downtown Raleigh
Explore luminous and expressive paintings by contemporary artist Laura Lacambra Shubert. A great stop before dinner or a show downtown.
Open Mic with a Live Band at Slim’s
🕓 Open at 4:30 PM | Open Mic 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
📍 Slim’s Downtown
An energetic open mic session backed by a live band — one of Raleigh’s most iconic community music gatherings. Arrive early if you want to perform!
🎶 Holiday Concerts & Performances
NC Master Chorale — Joy of the Season
📍 Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
A sweeping and elegant holiday concert presented by the NC Master Chorale. Expect choral arrangements, orchestral music, and festive winter classics.
Rocky Mountain High Experience — A John Denver Christmas
📍 Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
A heartwarming holiday tribute featuring the unforgettable songs of John Denver, presented with seasonal spirit and acoustic Americana charm.
Make Your Tuesday Count in Downtown Raleigh
From holiday concerts and inspired paintings to brewery meetups and creative open mic sessions, downtown Raleigh is the perfect place to unwind after work this Tuesday. Whether you’re looking to socialize, sip a craft brew, meet new friends, or enjoy a cultural performance, the city has something waiting for you.
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