Looking for the biggest concerts, comedy shows, and live performances happening across the Triangle and surrounding areas? The Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide highlights the top ticketed events you won’t want to miss—from nationally touring bands and symphony performances to comedy headliners and tribute shows.
Whether you’re planning a night out in Raleigh, Durham, Carrboro, or beyond, this guide covers the region’s best live entertainment from December 29 through January 11.
🎟️ Big Ticket Events This Week & Beyond
Monday, December 29
Christmas Jubilee
🕧 12:45 PM
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma, NC
A festive musical production packed with holiday classics and family-friendly entertainment.
Tuesday, December 30
Cosmic Charlie
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro
A beloved Grateful Dead tribute band delivers a high-energy night of jam-band favorites.
Wednesday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
The Moonlight Swing Band
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma, NC
Ring in New Year’s Eve with classic swing, big band sounds, and timeless style.
Cosmic Charlie
🕣 8:30 PM
📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro
A second chance to catch this fan-favorite tribute on New Year’s Eve.
Big Something
🕘 9:00 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
Celebrate the new year with one of North Carolina’s most popular live bands.
Friday, January 2
Laurelyn Dossett
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 The Wake Forest Listening Room at Magnolia Roots – Wake Forest
An intimate listening-room performance highlighting powerful songwriting.
The Isaacs
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Liberty Showcase Theater – Liberty, NC
Award-winning gospel and bluegrass harmonies in a traditional theater setting.
Big Something
🕣 8:30 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
Another night with Big Something for fans who missed the New Year’s Eve show.
Saturday, January 3
North Carolina Symphony: Sophie Mok – The Music of Harry Potter
🕐 1:00 PM & 🕓 4:00 PM
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts – Raleigh
A magical symphonic experience featuring music from the Harry Potter films.
Big Something
🕣 8:30 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
Yet another chance to catch this high-energy live show.
Thursday, January 8
Amber Autry
🕘 9:15 PM
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
A rising comedy star brings sharp humor and crowd-favorite jokes to Goodnights.
Friday, January 9
Ali Siddiq
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Dunn Center for the Performing Arts – Rocky Mount, NC
One of stand-up comedy’s most compelling storytellers takes the stage.
Jesse Fox
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Wake Forest Listening Room at Magnolia Roots – Wake Forest
A stripped-down live performance highlighting lyrical storytelling.
North Carolina Symphony: JoAnn Falletta – Carmina Burana
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
A powerful orchestral performance of Carl Orff’s iconic masterpiece.
Shoot to Thrill – AC/DC Tribute Band
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
High-voltage rock covers honoring one of the greatest bands of all time.
Muscadine Bloodline
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Carolina Theatre of Durham – Durham
Country fans won’t want to miss this popular duo live on stage.
Saturday, January 10
Abbey Road Live
🕓 4:00 PM & 🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro
A note-for-note celebration of The Beatles’ legendary catalog.
Lonesome River Band
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Liberty Showcase Theater – Liberty, NC
Classic bluegrass from a legendary group.
Balsam Range
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Edna E. Boykin Cultural Center – Wilson, NC
Award-winning bluegrass with deep Appalachian roots.
North Carolina Symphony: JoAnn Falletta – Carmina Burana
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
A second night of this breathtaking symphonic performance.
Emo Night Karaoke
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 The Ritz – Raleigh
Sing your favorite emo anthems live with a crowd that knows every word.
Heart Brigade: A Tribute to Heart
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
A powerful tribute honoring the music of Heart.
‘Sunday, January 11
Matt Stone and the TEC Band: Elvis in Person
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Fletcher Opera Theater – Raleigh
A high-energy tribute recreating the magic of Elvis Presley’s live performances.
Rob Stant
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Close out the week with a sharp, smart stand-up comedy set.
🎶 Plan Your Big Nights Out in the Triangle
From symphony performances and tribute bands to comedy heavyweights and local favorites, the Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide makes it easy to plan unforgettable nights out. These shows often sell out, so advance tickets are highly recommended.
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