Looking for things to do in Downtown Raleigh on Tuesday, December 23, 2025? From holiday performances and art exhibitions to brewery run clubs and late-night live music, Downtown Raleigh offers a full slate of events to enjoy before Christmas.

🎄 Featured Downtown Raleigh Events – Tuesday, December 23

🎶 Music, Theater & Performances

• Closing: A Candlelight Christmas with the North Carolina Symphony Holiday Brass

3:00 PM & 7:30 PM | North Carolina Symphony

Experience a festive candlelit concert to close out this popular holiday performance series.

• Clara’s Trip: A Cirque & Dance Nutcracker Story

7:00 PM | A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater

A modern, visually stunning take on the Nutcracker blending cirque-style acrobatics and dance.

🎨 Arts, Exhibitions & Tours

• A Life Well Lived: New Paintings by Laura Lacambra Shubert

Tuesday–Saturday, 11:00 AM–4:30 PM | Gallery C

Explore a thoughtful new exhibition by a celebrated regional artist.

• Winter Historic Oakwood Tour

2:00 PM–3:00 PM | Raleigh Walking Tours

A guided seasonal walk through one of Raleigh’s most historic neighborhoods.

• Illuminate Art Walk Sip n’ Stroll Tour

5:45 PM–6:45 PM | Raleigh Walking Tours

Enjoy public art, storytelling, and downtown holiday ambiance during this evening walking tour.

🍺 Breweries, Run Clubs & Social Events

• Crank Arm Run Club

6:30 PM | Crank Arm Brewing

A weekly favorite for runners and social drinkers alike—run first, beer after.

• Boilermaker Tuesdays

4:00 PM–12:00 AM | Boatman Spirits Co.

A Downtown Raleigh staple featuring drink specials every Tuesday night.

• Music Bingo!

Evening | Le Dive

A fun twist on bingo featuring music clips and prizes.

🎤 Nightlife & Late-Night Music

• After Work Shenanigans – Tuesdays at Slim’s

4:30 PM–2:00 AM | Slim’s Downtown

Kick off the evening with drink specials and a relaxed downtown crowd.

• Open Mic with a Live Band at Slim’s

Open 4:30 PM | Open Mic 9:00 PM–12:00 AM | Slim’s Downtown

One of Downtown Raleigh’s most energetic open mic nights, backed by a live band.

 Plan Your Downtown Raleigh Night

Whether you’re in the mood for holiday concerts, art walks, historic tours, or late-night live music, Downtown Raleigh delivers an exciting Tuesday lineup. Many events are walkable, making it easy to enjoy multiple stops in one evening.

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