Downtown Raleigh is packed with live music, tours, nightlife, and special events this Friday. From anniversary celebrations and symphony performances to karaoke, salsa dancing, and late-night DJs, the Downtown Raleigh Event Guide for Friday, January 23 highlights some of the best ways to kick off the weekend in the heart of the city.
Here’s what’s happening 👇
Friday, January 23 — Downtown Raleigh Events
7th Year Anniversary for Burial Raleigh
🕛 Noon – 11:00 PM
📍 Burial Beer Co. – The Exhibit
Celebrate seven years of Burial Raleigh with special pours, a festive atmosphere, and an all-day anniversary party inside Transfer Co. Food Hall.
Downtown Raleigh Home Show
🕙 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Explore home improvement ideas, vendors, and design inspiration at this all-day downtown showcase.
Downtown Raleigh Historian-Guided Tour
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Jimmy V’s Osteria + Bar
Discover the stories, landmarks, and hidden history of downtown Raleigh with a knowledgeable local historian.
Friday Night Live Music at Birdie’s
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen
Unwind after work with live music, drinks, and dinner in a relaxed downtown setting.
CoLab Paint, Paint, Pass!
🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A creative, social painting experience perfect for groups, date nights, or trying something new.
Mozart Piano Concerto No. 23
🕗 8:00 PM
Enjoy a world-class classical performance featuring Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 23 in downtown Raleigh.
Downtown Raleigh True Crime Tour
🕗 8:00 PM
Dive into Raleigh’s darker history with a guided true crime walking tour through Moore Square.
Crank Karaoke
🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Crank Arm Brewing
Grab the mic and sing your favorites at one of downtown’s most popular breweries.
The Feeds (Live Music)
🕘 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Slim’s Downtown
Catch a live set from The Feeds at this iconic downtown Raleigh music venue.
Late Nights at Neptune’s
🕙 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
📍 Neptunes Parlour
Dance, DJs, and late-night energy at one of Raleigh’s favorite after-hours spots.
Salsa Night at Boatman Spirits
🕙 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
📍 Boatman Spirits Co.
Heat up the night with salsa dancing, cocktails, and vibrant late-night vibes.
Make a Night of It Downtown
Whether you’re into live music, arts and culture, tours, or nightlife, Downtown Raleigh has something for everyone this Friday. Arrive early, stay late, and explore multiple stops within walking distance.
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