Looking for the best things to do in Downtown Raleigh this weekend? From live music and historic tours to salsa nights, art exhibitions, Irish performances, and even the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile — downtown is packed with culture, nightlife, and family-friendly fun.
Here’s your DoRaleigh Downtown Raleigh Weekend Guide for Friday through Sunday.
Friday in Downtown Raleigh
🎤 Crank Karaoke
📍 Crank Arm Brewing Company
🕗 8 PM – 11 PM
Grab the mic and kick off your weekend with karaoke, craft beer, and a lively downtown crowd.
🏛️ Downtown Raleigh Historian-Guided Tour
📍 Jimmy V’s Osteria + Bar
🕒 3 PM
Explore Raleigh’s rich past with a guided walking tour covering architecture, politics, and hidden stories of the capital city.
🔎 Downtown Raleigh True Crime Tour
📍 Moore Square
🕗 8 PM
Dive into Raleigh’s darker history with this immersive true crime walking experience.
🎶 Live Music: Peter Rowan
📍 Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
🕢 7:30 PM
Bluegrass legend Peter Rowan brings his signature sound to downtown Raleigh.
💃 Salsa Night
📍 Boatman Spirits Co.
🕙 10 PM – 2 AM
Dance into the night with Latin rhythms and downtown vibes.
🌙 Late Nights at Neptunes
📍 Neptunes Parlour
🕙 10 PM – 2 AM
Classic downtown nightlife energy with DJs and late-night dancing.
🎨 Art Exhibition: Where Sunlight Lingers
📍 Gallery C
🖼️ Tuesday – Saturday, 11 AM – 4:30 PM
Gayle Stott Lowry’s exhibition inspired by Southern Italy continues through Saturday.
Saturday, February 28
☕ Coffee + Craft: Maker’s Market
📍 Sir Walter Coffee & Kitchen
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM
Support local makers while enjoying specialty coffee in downtown Raleigh.
🧘 Pilates Mat Class
📍 Heights Pilates
🕤 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Start your Saturday strong with a guided mat session.
🀄 Mahjong at Parcero
📍 Parcero Studio
🕓 4 PM – 7 PM
A relaxed afternoon of Mahjong and community connection.
🎧 Saturday Night Spins
📍 Boatman Spirits Co.
🕗 8 PM – 12 AM
Dance floor energy returns Saturday night downtown.
Sunday, March 1
🌭 The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Rolls to Marbles!
📍 Marbles Kids Museum
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM
A family-friendly Sunday highlight — the iconic Wienermobile makes a downtown stop.
🖌️ Artspace Open Studio
📍 Artspace
🕜 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Meet local artists and explore open studios in the heart of downtown.
🌱 Prepping for Spring
📍 Copperline Plant Co.
🕛 12 PM – 1:30 PM
Learn how to transition your plants and garden for spring.
🏛️ Raleigh African American History Tour
📍 Jimmy V’s Osteria + Bar
🕓 4 PM – 5 PM
Explore important sites and stories that shaped Raleigh’s Black history.
🍝 Sidecar Social Club at Figulina
📍 Figulina Pasta + Provisions
🕔 5 PM – 8 PM
Food, drinks, and community vibes at one of downtown’s most beloved dining spots.
🏃 Sunday Run Club
📍 The Bike Library
🕘 9 AM – 10:30 AM
Get active with a community run through downtown Raleigh.
🎶 A Taste of Ireland
📍 Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
🕒 3 PM
Celebrate Irish music and dance ahead of St. Patrick’s season.
🎵 The High Kings: The Rocky Road Tour
📍 Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
🕖 7 PM
Irish folk favorites take the stage Sunday evening.
🎨 Venice: New Paintings by Bert Sult
📍 Gallery C
🖼️ Tuesday – Saturday, 11 AM – 4:30 PM
A second featured exhibition exploring Venice through contemporary painting.
Why Downtown Raleigh Is the Place to Be
This weekend blends:
🎶 Live concerts & nightlife
🏛️ Historic walking tours
🎨 Art exhibitions & open studios
💃 Salsa nights & DJ sets
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly attractions
🌱 Wellness & gardening workshops
Downtown Raleigh continues to prove why it’s one of the Triangle’s most dynamic entertainment districts.
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