Downtown Raleigh comes alive this Saturday, October 4, 2025, with a packed lineup of food tours, festivals, live music, film, art, and cultural experiences. Whether you’re in the mood for a scavenger hunt, a symphony concert, or a haunted history tour, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the heart of the city.

Featured Events in Downtown Raleigh

🍴 A Taste of Downtown Raleigh Food Tour

2:30pm–5:30pm | City of Raleigh Museum

Discover the flavors of downtown as you sample dishes from some of Raleigh’s best local restaurants on this guided food tour.

🎶 Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival

All Day | City Plaza

One of Raleigh’s biggest celebrations returns with live performances, food, and community fun right in the center of the city.

🎥 13th Annual Raleigh Film and Art Festival

All Day | William Peace University

Experience independent film screenings, art exhibitions, and creative showcases at one of Raleigh’s signature cultural festivals.

🎼 North Carolina Symphony: The Music of John Williams

8:00pm | North Carolina Symphony

Relive the magic of Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and more as the NC Symphony performs John Williams’ iconic movie scores.

🥨 Crofton’s Pretzels at Wolfe & Porter

6:00pm until sold out | Wolfe & Porter

Grab a warm handmade pretzel to pair with your favorite drink before heading out to explore downtown nightlife.

🕵️ Downtown Raleigh Treasure Hunt – Walking Team Scavenger Hunt

2:00pm–3:00pm | Sir Walter Coffee

Team up and solve clues across downtown in this fun, interactive walking scavenger hunt.

📜 Fall African American Walking Tours

10am, 1pm, 3pm (Saturday) | Pope House Museum

2pm (Sunday) | Learn the stories and history of Raleigh’s African American community on these guided tours.

💃 Getting Jiggly With It – Movement in a Fat Body

1:00pm–2:30pm | Current Wellness

An inclusive movement workshop focused on body positivity and wellness.

👻 Haunted History Tour

7:00pm–8:15pm | Raleigh Walking Tours

Explore Raleigh’s spookier side on this guided evening ghost and history tour.

🏞️ North Carolina Museum of History Pop-Up: Falling for Local

11am–6pm | Dorothea Dix Park

Enjoy this museum pop-up during the “Falling for Local” festival featuring history, crafts, and fall fun.

🎭 Poster for PLAY

12:00pm–7:30pm | Marbles IMAX Theater

A creative and visual arts experience presented at Marbles IMAX Theater.

🎧 Saturday Night DJ Showcase

8pm until late | Boatman Spirits Co.

Dance the night away with top DJs spinning at one of Raleigh’s favorite cocktail spots.

🎸 The Brothers Gillespie

9:00pm–11:00pm | Slim’s Downtown

Catch this local band live at Slim’s for a night of great music and energy.

🎵 The Gospel Program – Raleigh Wide Open Festival

12pm–3pm | City of Raleigh Museum

Celebrate community and music with inspiring gospel performances as part of the Raleigh Wide Open festivities.

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