Looking for things to do in downtown Raleigh on Monday, October 26, 2026? Start Halloween week with a haunted cocktail tour, craft night, trivia, open mic comedy or a Halloween air hockey tournament.

Whether the plan is a creative evening with friends or a late-night comedy stop, this Downtown Raleigh Events Guide highlights Monday’s lineup.

Spirits & Spirits: Haunted Cocktail Rydables Tour

Times: 5–7 p.m. and 7–9 p.m.
Organizer: Raleigh Rydables

Add a seasonal adventure to Monday evening with the Spirits & Spirits: Haunted Cocktail Rydables Tour. Choose from two listed time slots for a Halloween-week outing in downtown Raleigh.

Check with Raleigh Rydables for tickets, availability, meeting location and age requirements.

Craft Night at TBL Cafe

Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: The Bike Library

Make time for creativity at Craft Night at TBL Cafe. The Bike Library’s Monday event offers an option for anyone looking to add a hands-on activity to an evening downtown.

Contact the venue for the featured craft, supply details, cost and any registration requirements.

Trivia Night at West Street Dog

Time: 6:30–8 p.m.
Location: West Street Dog

Gather a team and put your knowledge to the test at West Street Dog’s Monday trivia night. It’s an after-work option for friends looking for a little friendly competition.

Check with the venue for team rules and participation details.

IKYFL Monday — Open Mic Comedy Show

Time: Starts at 7:30 p.m.; continues until the comics finish
Location: Haymaker

Catch local comedy at Haymaker during IKYFL Monday. The open mic show starts at 7:30 p.m., with an open-ended finish based on the evening’s lineup.

Anyone interested in performing should check with the organizer for sign-up procedures. Confirm admission and age requirements before attending.

Halloween Air Hockey Tournament

Time: 8–11 p.m.
Location: Boxcar Bar and Arcade

Bring a competitive spirit to Boxcar Bar and Arcade for its Halloween Air Hockey Tournament. The three-hour evening listing adds a seasonal twist to Monday’s downtown entertainment options.

Check with Boxcar for tournament entry details, rules, availability and age policies.

Art to Explore Later This Week: Quiet Company at Gallery C

Exhibition: Quiet Company: Paintings and Linocuts by Will South
Listed hours: 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Tuesday–Saturday
Location: Gallery C

Art lovers can keep Quiet Company on their calendars for later in the week. The listed Tuesday–Saturday hours do not include Monday, October 26, so plan a visit during those hours and confirm the exhibition’s availability with Gallery C.

Plan Your Monday Night in Downtown Raleigh

Start with the early haunted cocktail tour, or choose craft night or trivia for a 6:30 p.m. outing. Later options include IKYFL Monday at Haymaker and the Halloween Air Hockey Tournament at Boxcar.

Several events overlap, so check start times and allow time to travel between venues.

This guide is based on the supplied listings. Event schedules may change. Confirm admission, reservations, age policies and current details with organizers before attending.

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