Looking for something fun, flavorful, and maybe a little inspiring this Thursday? Raleigh is the place to be! From burger nights and wine tastings to live music and creative workshops, June 5 offers something for every vibe. Whether you’re flying solo, on a date night, or rallying your crew, here’s your go-to guide for what’s happening around town:

🍔 Burger Night Thursdays @ Le Dive

Sink your teeth into one of the city’s best-kept culinary secrets. Le Dive’s Burger Night is a weekly tradition—juicy burgers, casual vibes, and the perfect way to ease into the weekend.

🍷 Free Wine Tasting + Santopietro’s Food Truck

🕠 5:30 – 8 p.m. | The Raleigh Wine Shop

Sample curated wines for free while grabbing delicious eats from Santopietro’s Food Truck. It’s an elevated happy hour you won’t want to miss.

🎶 LIVE at Raleigh Times featuring XOXOK

🕖 7 – 10 p.m. | The Raleigh Times Bar

XOXOK brings soul-drenched indie sounds to one of Raleigh’s most iconic venues. Come for the tunes, stay for the vibes (and the rooftop).

🎤 Samara Joy Live

📍 Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Experience the Grammy-winning jazz vocalist live in concert. Samara Joy’s voice has been called “timeless,” and this performance promises a night of elegance and emotional depth.

✍️ The Art of Turning Your Personal Experiences into Articles

🕕 6 – 8 p.m. | Redbud Writing Project

Writers and storytellers: this is your moment. Learn how to turn life’s moments—big and small—into compelling nonfiction. All skill levels welcome.

🎤 Zenith Raleigh Downtown Karaoke

🕘 9 p.m. | Zenith Raleigh

Cap off your night by grabbing the mic and belting your favorite hits. Whether you’re a shower singer or a star in the making, Zenith’s downtown karaoke night is your stage.

For even more Raleigh entertainment, events, and nightlife, follow DoRaleigh.com — your source for everything going on in the City of Oaks.

This Thursday, make it a Raleigh night. You deserve it.