Events

Enjoy a LEGO fan event with the most creations built by professionals artists under one roof. Show Hours NEW! Friday June 23, 2023 Sneak Peek: 4:30PM - 6:30PM ( Last few left! ) Saturday June 24, 2023 VIP Admission: 9:00AM - 12:00PM ( SOLD-OUT ) General Admission:10:00AM -12:00PM ( Last few left! ) or 1:00PM…

Choices abound for spy-turned-playwright Aphra Behn in a quick-changing, door-slamming, thought-provoking romp through the 1660’s Aphra Behn, former spy, will have fame and glory as England’s first female playwright if she can just finish her play by sunrise. But between her handsome patron King Charles II, free-spirited actress Nell Gwynne, and double agent William Scot…

Musicians perform on the patio from 5-8 p.m. every Tuesday. Bring the family, enjoy some tasty bites and cold drafts, and support local artists.

Ziggy Marley is an eight-time Grammy winner, Emmy winner, musician, producer, activist, and humanitarian who has cultivated a legendary career for close to 40 years. The eldest son of Bob and Rita Marley, Ziggy has hewed his own path as a musical pioneer, infusing the reggae genre with funk, blues, rock and other elements through…

Every Wednesday, the team at Alley Twenty Six chooses a different unique or exciting bottle of whiskey to serve at a break-even price. It’s a chance for whiskey fans and novices to taste these premium whiskeys without breaking the bank. This month, we are pouring: June 7 – Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof Rye,…

Taste your way through a flight of fantastic North Carolina rums from Outer Banks Distilling‘s “Kill Devil” label with guidance from brand ambassador Tony Ursone. Then grab a seat and enjoy a special Caribbean-themed small plates menu from Chef David, paired with tiki-inspired Kill Devil Rum cocktail creations from bar manager Lewis Williams. RSVP appreciated.

Join veterinary technician Lara Jackson as she discusses summertime pet safety tips while focusing on heat and water safety. Next, one of our social media gurus, Erica Sadler, will share some fun DIYs to enjoy with your pets at home this summer. Can't attend the class? You will still receive the recording if you register.…

Enjoy a tasting of Guigal Rhones with importer Patrick Will.

The KIDZ BOP Never Stop Live Tour introduces four new KIDZ BOP Kids - Jackson, Kiya, Shila, and Tyler - who will perform today’s biggest hits live on stage. Today’s tour announcement coincides with the release of ‘KIDZ BOP 2023,’ the biggest KIDZ BOP album of the year, including pop hits like “Anti-Hero,” “About That Time,” “Sunroof,” and “Late Night Talking.”…

Make a cornhusk doll or critter of your own to take home.

Grammy-nominated, platinum-selling artist, Five For Fighting (aka John Ondrasik) will be joining Barenaked Ladies on their Last Summer on Earth tour at Red Hat Amphitheater.  Ondrasik will bring along his band, drummer Randy Cooke (Mick Jagger, Ringo Starr, Dave Stewart), bassist Sean Hurley (John Mayer, Ringo Starr, Alanis Morissette), and guitarist Peter Thorn (Chris Cornell, Melissa Etheridge, Don Henley). Purchase tickets online.

Theatre Raleigh has launched a new concert series featuring Broadway stars, Tony winners and local performers. Rachel Bay Jones, who is best known for originating the role of ‘Heidi Hansen’ in the original Broadway cast of “Dear Evan Hansen,” and received a Tony Award, Emmy Award, Grammy Award, Lucille Lortel Award, and a Drama League…

The Sensory Friendly Film Series offers a safe and accepting environment for individuals with autism and others who identify as sensory sensitive. The series presents films in a comfortable environment once a month. Tickets are free and can be reserved in advance of the film screening online, by phone at (919) 560-3030, or at the…

Step into a New Orleans speakeasy-inspired lounge and immerse yourself in a world of sultry jazz, blues and soulful melodies. Enjoy thoughtfully curated bar snacks from PoshNosh as well as innovative signature cocktails and classics that perfectly complement the live music performances. Recurring the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 7-10 p.m.with rotating musical…

Emmy award winner and multi-platinum artist Andy Grammer continues to engage, energize, and empower audiences with stomping stadium-size pop anthems meant to be shared at full volume. His observations and affirmations pick people back up when they need it, affirm their potential, and encourage them to keep going. Grammer’s catalog of inspirational music consists of…

In this virtual event with Advantage College Planning, learn how the college admissions process will change and how students can create an effective application as a result of the recent Supreme Court decision on affirmative action. Registration required online.

Take a guided, family-friendly tour of the History of the Harvest museum garden. Meet in the lobby.

Watch the mother-daughter team of Pamela and Heather Earp fold, pleat, and shape cornhusks into beautiful dolls. Drop-in program.

Al Strong, the Grammy-nominated jazz trumpeter, composer and recording artist, will bring a rotating lineup of musicians to perform during Sunday brunch at Durham's Alley Twenty Six. Weather permitting the band will perform in the bar’s namesake alley. Brunch is served from 10:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. Sundays; the music will be from noon-2 p.m. Make…

Chef Dylan Shook’s five-course menu, sourced entirely from North Carolina, comes to life on July 16th. He will be paring it, exclusively, with North Carolina wines. We will be serving only North Carolina Spirits, and if you want a lime with your water, you'll have to bring one from home! It will consist of five…

Musicians perform on the patio from 5-8 p.m. every Tuesday. Bring the family, enjoy some tasty bites and cold drafts, and support local artists. Upcoming performers include: July 18: Soul Journey July 25: James Vicari Aug. 1: Michael Daughtry Music Aug. 8: Brennan Clark Aug. 15: Adam Lee Decker Aug. 22: James Vicari Aug. 29:…

Every Wednesday, the team at Alley Twenty Six chooses a different unique or exciting bottle of whiskey to serve at a break-even price. It’s a chance for whiskey fans and novices to taste these premium whiskeys without breaking the bank. This month, we are pouring: July 19 - Laphroaig 10 YR Islay Single Malt Scotch…

Enjoy a wine tasting at Westgate Wines featuring Southern Belle & The Grateful Palate with Importer Dan Phillips. Purchase tickets online.

Join Alley Twenty Six owner and mixologist Shannon Healy at 7 p.m. July 20 for an interactive cocktail demonstration focusing on frozen cocktails. Healy will prepare three cocktails within an hour. Zoom links and cocktail recipes will be sent via email after purchase of $15 class ticket. One ticket per household. Attendees can either purchase…

Put on your best boogie shoes, your most outlandish dresses and suits, and join us for an all-day throwback prom experience, featuring: Free cocktail samples A bitters booth (courtesy of our friends at Remedy Cocktail Company.) DJs all day A photography station Drink Specials all night The funkiest drink slingers on this side of Downtown…

Theatre Raleigh has launched a new concert series featuring Tony Award winners, Broadway stars & local performers. Purchase tickets online. Broadway composer and lyricist Lisette Glowdowski will perform her songbook cabaret, including selections from "Madame Clicquot" at 8 p.m.  

Michael Richards’s visionary sculptures and drawings, created between 1990 and 2001, engage Blackness, flight, diaspora, spirituality, police brutality, and monuments in his largest retrospective to date. Michael Richards: Are You Down? takes its name from one of the last artworks the artist created. In his sculptures and installations, Richards gestures toward both repression and reprieve from…

Back by popular demand, local historian Carmen Wimberly Cauthen will tell a story of a people who, despite slavery, wanted to learn, grow, and be treated as any others. Sponsored by the Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum. Registration is required. Adults $10, Children $4

Musicians perform on the patio from 5-8 p.m. every Tuesday. Bring the family, enjoy some tasty bites and cold drafts, and support local artists. Upcoming performers include: July 25: James Vicari Aug. 1: Michael Daughtry Music Aug. 8: Brennan Clark Aug. 15: Adam Lee Decker Aug. 22: James Vicari Aug. 29: Krystin Wingfield

Take the family to the open-air rooftop for stories and songs with friends at Durham County Library. Stop by the Coffee Bar in the lobby to grab juice, house-made pastries, and Counter Culture Coffee to enjoy before or after storytime. This event is free and all ages are welcome.

Every Wednesday, the team at Alley Twenty Six chooses a different unique or exciting bottle of whiskey to serve at a break-even price. It’s a chance for whiskey fans and novices to taste these premium whiskeys without breaking the bank. Tonight, we are pouring Old Forester 1897 Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey $5.

Step into a New Orleans speakeasy-inspired lounge and immerse yourself in a world of sultry jazz, blues and soulful melodies. Enjoy thoughtfully curated bar snacks from PoshNosh as well as innovative signature cocktails and classics that perfectly complement the live music performances. Recurring the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 7-10 p.m.with rotating musical…

Comedian, actor, and writer, Rory Scovel has an infectious stage presence and engaging charisma that will place the audience in the scene of every punch line. He released his first stand-up comedy album “Dilation” in 2011, followed by “Rory Scovel Live at Third Man Records” (2013), “The Charleston Special” (2015), “Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up for…

Get ready for a messy, mucky, marvelous museum day! Bring a change of clothes and dive into our hands-on activities with goo galore. From mud to finger paint and slime to bubbles, we’ll have lots of sensory interactive play that’s anything but tidy. Most messy activities will be outdoors (weather permitting) with opportunities to wash…

Musicians perform on the patio from 5-8 p.m. every Tuesday. Bring the family, enjoy some tasty bites and cold drafts, and support local artists. Upcoming performers include: Aug. 1: Michael Daughtry Aug. 8: Brennan Clark Aug. 15: Adam Lee Decker Aug. 22: James Vicari Aug. 29: Krystin Wingfield

Find locally-made goods and enjoy a night filled with music and entertainment with Triangle area artisans, food and drinks.

Theatre Raleigh presents the story of four eccentric Broadway stars who are in desperate need of a new stage. When they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the…

Theatre Raleigh presents the story of four eccentric Broadway stars who are in desperate need of a new stage. When they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the…

Theatre Raleigh presents the story of four eccentric Broadway stars who are in desperate need of a new stage. When they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the…

Girl Talk 2 is a unique workshop designed for middle school-aged girls and their moms/trusted adults. This interactive workshop expands upon the information from Girl Talk 1 related to the growth and development girls experience during puberty, including the structure and function of the male and female reproductive systems and the way they work together throughout the processes…

Theatre Raleigh presents the story of four eccentric Broadway stars who are in desperate need of a new stage. When they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the…

Dix Park's Movie on the Lawn features activities and food trucks at 7 p.m. before the movie screening at 8:30 p.m. Admission is free; RSVP requested.