6/20–30
Henry V
Power can go to your head. … Embark on a thrilling tale following themes of nationalism, war and power, and courage via a Shakespearean masterpiece sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. theatreinthepark.com
6/21
Groove N Glide
Happy National Skate Day to all who celebrate! Roll (or skate!) into the weekend to the tune of R&B and old-school classics—plus local vendors, food trucks and yard games. @sk8raleigh
6/21–22
Akaash Singh
Fast becoming a household name, this funnyman is bringing a can’t-miss set and hilarious hot takes to the City of Oaks. Ready to wild out? goodnightscomedy.com
6/21–22
Corey Holcomb
Are you the victim of a “hostile takeover?” Read: In a happy relationship? Grab your seats for some sound advice (?) straight from the stage of this comic who keeps the animated facials coming. improv.com
6/21–23
The Raleigh Money Expo
Dolla, dolla bills, y’all! The 50th edition of the state’s largest coin, currency and stamp show will tout 100 dealers and 175+ tables of goods—plus rare coins and currency exhibits, presentations from experts, a Kid’s Zone, raffle and more. ncstatefair.org
6/22
The Soul Picnic
Feel it in your soul by grooving along to Grammy-nominated artist Musiq Soulchild and The Legendary Chuck Brown Band at NC’s “largest outdoor day party” in celebration of Black Music Month. soulpicnicnc.com
6/22
Justin Willman
LOL while melting your brain with a former child magician and now-Netflix star bringing his Magic for Humans onstage. martinmariettacenter.com
6/22
Tim McGraw
We like it, we love it, we want some more of it—and the country standout promises to bring it for his Standing Room Only tour. pncarena.com
6/23
Courage vs. Red Stars
The Courage are surely going to catch some falling Stars during this duel. nccourage.com
6/23
Outlaw Music Festival
Calling all outlaws… “be groovy or leave, man” as legends Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson & Family, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, and more headline Walnut Creek for “the biggest and best [fest] yet,” according to Nelson. Yeehaw! livenation.com
6/24
Future Islands
Prepare for the thrill of guitarless and sleek ballads from these synthpop NCers. … You won’t want to “say goodbye.” martinmariettacenter.com
6/25
BBQ & Bourbon Dinner
A three-meat buffet and guided tasting of five bourbons? Say less. Talk bourbon and eat your way through a plethora of smoked meats at this Southern ’cue sampling. samjonesbbq.com
6/26
Red Hot Chili Peppers
The California Kings are back with a little funk punk “blood, sugar, sex, magik” at the Creek. livenation.com
6/26
Slow Drinks x Kingfisher
Sit and sip with James Beard Award-winning author and beverage consultant Danny Childs as he takes over the bar at Kingfisher to showcase his foraged and fermented concoctions. We’ll drink to that! kingfisherdurham.com
6/26, monthly
Live After 5
A monthly post-work block party Downtown? Say less. DRA’s free concert series is back—and on (fourth) Wednesdays, we rendezvous at City Plaza for a hip and happenin’ celebration feteing women in music via a curated four-concert series in partnership with Deep South Entertainment. downtownraleigh.org
