9/28
Five Points Comedy Night
A day without laughter is a day wasted—so get your giggles in at The Rialto with Raleigh’s finest stand-up comics and a drink in hand. There’s nothing cooler than comedy! etix.com
9/28
Jonas Brothers
“I just wanna play my music…” The Jo Bros are slated to burn it up at PNC (and quite possibly the year 3000—tbd). Either way, be sure to don your rEd DrEsSeS for the occasion! pncarena.com
9/28–10/1
La Veladora Anniversary Weekender
Let’s get this party started (!). La Veladora (the cozy mezcal cave/listening room in the back of William & Company) is celebrating its one-year anniversary with 15 DJs, drag artists, a live percussionist, tacos and tamales, and other special treats throughout the weekend. And, naturally, it’s gonna be a vibe. @willcobar
9/29
12th Annual Raleigh Blues Festival
There’s no need to be blue(s). Embrace raw lyrics and guitar-driven accompaniment in the form of musical melodies that tell a tale via myriad talents, including King George, Pokey Bear, Lenny Williams, Lebrado, Theodis Ealey and J-Wonn. martinmariettacenter.com
9/29
’70s Night Disco Party
Don your dancing shoes and bell-bottoms because Olde Raleigh Distillery is blowing the dust off its disco ball (!). Shake your groove thang into a night of drinks and disco so you can really become the ~dancing queen~. olderaleighdistillery.com
9/29
NC State vs. Louisville
Cardinal red is about to meet Raleigh red in a bloodbath under the lights at Carter-Finley. Go Pack! gopack.com
9/29
NC State Football Watch Party
Think and do—game day edition. Belly up to TheMixx and watch the Wolfpack eat bird for dinner with a drink in hand. bottlemixx.com
9/29–30
Intensity Rooftop Summer Sendoff
Go out with a bang this summer via a two-night romp of live music, food, drinks and dancing at Unscripted Durham’s outdoor rooftop. No summertime sadness here! eventbrite.com
9/30
Roshambo Autumn Artisan Market
The best part of fall? The cute decorations, of course. Stock up on decor, art, jewelry and accessories made by local artisans while being serenaded by live music at Transfer Co.’s autumn pop-up. facebook.com
9/30
Dram & Draught Second Anniversary
Dram roll please… Dram & Draught’s Durham location is turning two! Turn up at the daylong celebration feat. giveaways, live music and drinks. Cheers! dramanddraught.com
9/30
Gov’t Mule
Make like a river and Zen out to instrumental journeys and lyrics loaded with meaning and thoughts about life. May the endless parade march on… boothamphitheatre.com
9/30
Oktoberfest
It’s time to grab your lederhosen and braid your hair for a day of German food, fall brews, live music and the eighth annual wiener dog race (!). Guten tag, indeed. lafayettevillageraleigh.com
9/30
Old Dominion
Bad vibes? None found here. This country music crew has nabbed acclaim as ACM Group of the Year and CMA Vocal Group of the Year—making a night spent swaying to their songs and sounds a no-brainer. pncarena.com
9/30
Over the Edge
Feeling brave? Special Olympics North Carolina is once again taking its fundraiser to new heights. Watch participants bravely scamper down a Raleigh skyscraper in support of those with intellectual disabilities. sonc.net
9/30
Triangle Barkitecture
Put your paws together for furry friends and fundraising in Fenton via this pet design/architecture event benefiting Triangle Beagle Rescue and Friends of Wake County Animal Center. Can we get an oh, howl yeah?! aiatriangle.org
9/30
RaleighWRLD Festival
Raleigh, meet WRLD. Live music, food trucks and shopping collide in this all-ages summerfest where makers meet creators via curated events to promote connection and community at Dix Park’s Flowers Field. raleighwrld.com
9/30–10/1
Triangle Parade of Homes
Swap HGTV inspo for real-life inspo at this free annual self-guided tour of the area’s newest homes on the market—so you can find anything from your next floor plan to decor ideas. And so the parade begins! triangleparade.com
10/1
Skate and See
“They see me rolling…” Witness the transformation of the Conlon Family Skatepark via the unveiling of newly added art and features to take your shred to the next level. And don’t forget to grab bites, brews and merch from a lineup of local vendors after your skate sesh! skateraleigh.com
10/2
Wine Dinner with Copper Cane Wines
Ready to wine down? Sample five wine selects from Copper Cane’s portfolio along with a perfectly paired five-course menu prepared by The Willard’s chef Kyle Teears. Sip, sip, hooray! thewillardraleigh.com
10/3
Sayer McShane
Sayer what? Belly up for brews at blues at Brookside Bodega’s weekly music series. Rock on! brooksidebodega.com
10/4
Russell Howard
“Laughter is the lubricant that makes life livable.” Laugh along with this English comedian and television personality as he brings the funnies to Raleigh via his cheeky and charming wit. carolinatheatre.org
