Downtown Raleigh has a packed lineup of things to do after work on Thursday, August 13, 2026. The evening brings live music in Moore Square, theater, art, cocktails, creative workshops, wellness activities, trivia and food specials.
Whether you want to catch Burning Coal Theatre’s production of “ONCE,” unwind with half-priced wine or hear Harvey Street perform at Live After 5, here is your guide to Thursday evening in downtown Raleigh.
Food and Drink Specials
Gravy’s Thursday Night Date Night
Plan an evening at Gravy with its weekly Thursday date-night offering.
Time: 4–10 p.m.
Location: Gravy
Thursday Uncorked
Enjoy half-priced bottles of wine during Thursday Uncorked at the Longleaf Hotel.
Time: 4–10 p.m.
Location: Longleaf Hotel
Pasta Night
Stop by Alimentari at Left Bank for its Thursday Pasta Night inside Transfer Co. Food Hall.
Time: 4–8 p.m.
Location: Alimentari at Left Bank, Transfer Co. Food Hall
Classic Cocktails and Classic Hip-Hop
Boatman Spirits Co. pairs classic cocktails with an evening soundtrack featuring classic hip-hop.
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: Boatman Spirits Co.
Arts, Theater and Creative Events
“800”
Lump Projects presents an evening event titled “800” in downtown Raleigh.
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Lump Projects
Burning Coal Theatre Presents “ONCE”
Burning Coal Theatre Company presents “ONCE,” offering downtown audiences an evening of live theatrical entertainment.
Time: 7:30–10 p.m.
Location: Burning Coal Theatre Company
Craft Night
Get creative during Craft Night at Copperline Plant Co.
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Copperline Plant Co.
GSNC Community Art Project
Take part in a community art activity hosted at Hibernian Irish Pub & Restaurant.
Time: 4–5 p.m.
Location: Hibernian Irish Pub & Restaurant
Leela Improv Theatre Drop-In Improv Class
Try improvisational theater in a welcoming drop-in class at Leela Improv Theatre.
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Leela Improv Theatre
Live Music and Community Activities
Live After 5 with Harvey Street
Harvey Street takes the stage for Live After 5 in Moore Square. The outdoor summer concert offers a lively way to spend Thursday evening in the heart of downtown Raleigh.
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Moore Square
Raleigh Community Song Circle
Connect with other community members through group singing at Current Wellness.
Time: 7:45–9 p.m.
Location: Current Wellness
Trivia with the Professor
Gather your team and test your knowledge during Thursday-night trivia at Woody’s at City Market.
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Woody’s at City Market
Wellness Events
Slow Flow: New Moon Themed
Wind down with a new-moon-themed slow-flow wellness session at Current Wellness.
Time: 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Current Wellness
Thursday Lunchtime Event
Lunchbox Lecture: Lissa Grele Barrie
Begin the day’s downtown activities with a lunchtime lecture featuring Lissa Grele Barrie at the City of Raleigh Museum.
Time: Noon–1 p.m.
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Plan Your Thursday in Downtown Raleigh
Thursday’s downtown Raleigh schedule offers something for almost every mood—from live theater and outdoor music to pasta, wine, crafts, wellness and trivia.
Event schedules, prices, reservation requirements and availability can change. Check directly with each venue or organizer before attending.
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