Looking for things to do in Downtown Raleigh on Friday, December 26, 2025? From morning wellness and brunch to guided history tours, live music, art walks, karaoke, and late-night salsa, Downtown Raleigh is packed with events to keep the holiday energy going all day and night.
Here’s your Downtown Raleigh Event Guide highlighting the best ways to spend your Friday.
☀️ Morning & Daytime Events
Feel Good Fridays at The Mecca!
7:30 am – 2:00 pm
📍 The Mecca Restaurant
Start your Friday with comfort food and classic Downtown Raleigh vibes. Feel Good Fridays at The Mecca are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch before heading out to explore the city.
Prenatal Yoga
10:00 am – 11:00 am
📍 Current Wellness
A calm and supportive yoga session designed for expecting parents—an excellent way to ease into the weekend with mindfulness and movement.
Winter Historic Oakwood Tour
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
📍 Raleigh Walking Tours
Explore one of Raleigh’s most historic neighborhoods on this seasonal walking tour, featuring winter stories and preserved architecture.
Downtown Raleigh Historian-Guided Tour
3:00 pm
📍 Jimmy V’s Osteria + Bar
Learn fascinating stories about Raleigh’s past from a local historian, with Downtown landmarks and hidden details brought to life.
🎶 Evening Events & Entertainment
Friday Night Live Music at Birdie’s
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
📍 Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen
Kick off the evening with live music, great food, and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
Illuminate Art Walk Sip n’ Stroll Tour
5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
📍 Raleigh Walking Tours
Experience Downtown Raleigh through art, lights, and storytelling on this guided sip-and-stroll tour.
Bud Bar
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
📍 Wolfe & Porter
A social pop-up experience combining craft drinks and Downtown nightlife energy.
Frozen Fridays at Wolfe & Porter
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
📍 Wolfe & Porter
Stick around for frozen cocktails and winter-themed fun as the night continues.
🌙 Nightlife & Late-Night Fun
Downtown Raleigh True Crime Tour
8:00 pm
📍 Moore Square
Dive into Raleigh’s darker history with this popular after-dark walking tour filled with shocking stories and local legends.
Crank Karaoke @ Crank Arm Brewing
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
📍 Crank Arm Brewing
Sing your heart out with friends at one of Downtown Raleigh’s favorite breweries.
Salsa Night at Boatman Spirits Co.
10:00 pm – 12:00 am
📍 Boatman Spirits Co.
End the night dancing with high-energy salsa vibes and craft cocktails.
🌆 Make It a Full Downtown Friday
Whether you’re easing into the day with yoga, learning Raleigh’s history, sipping cocktails on an art walk, or dancing into the night, Friday, December 26, 2025 offers something for everyone in Downtown Raleigh.
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