April PlanAhead: Your Raleigh events calendar

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Happy April, Raleigh. 🌸 If you’re anything like us, you’re ecstatic about Brewgaloo, spring events, and summer on the horizon — and with all that excitement, you’re also looking for fun local events to attend. Read on for all the top events happening this month in the City of Oaks.

Friday April 1 – Sunday April 3

Friday, April 1

  • Kaleo - Fight or Flight Tour | Fri., April 1 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $42 | Hear the blues-rock band Kaleo featuring special guests like Bones Owens + Myron Elkins. 🎶
  • Music Bingo | Fri., April 1 | 7:30-10 p.m. | PourWorks, 900 E Six Forks Rd. | Free | Grab a drink + test your musical knowledge for the chance to win music bingo.
  • Eric Johnson: Treasure Tour | Fri., April 1 | 8 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $27+ | Hear the Grammy winning musician perform some of his unreleased work, new songs, and older favorites.
  • Joshua Lozoff - Illusionist | Fri., April 1 | 7-8 p.m. | Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, 405 S. Brooks St., Wake Forest | Free | Watch in amazement as the illusionist performs this highly interactive show. 🪄
  • Comedy Night | Fri., April 1 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Nickelpoint Brewing Co., 506 Pershing Rd. | $10+ | Laugh along with some of the best comedians from across NC.

Saturday, April 2

  • Fairytales & Dragons NC Symphony | Sat., April 2 | 1 p.m. + 4 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $27 | Dress up as your favorite fairytale character + hear storytelling and music from beloved tales like Sleeping Beauty, Frozen, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, and How to Train Your Dragon. 🎻
  • Dreamville Festival | Sat., April 2-Sun., April 3 | 12 p.m. | Dorothea Dix Park | $249.99+ | Attend NC native J. Cole’s highly anticipated music festival featuring acts like Kehlani + Lil Wayne. 🎶
  • Tacos ‘N Taps | Sat., April 2 | 12 p.m. + 1 p.m. | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary | $25+ | Taste test the Triangle’s best tacos, Mexican food, margaritas, craft beers, mezcals, and tequilas. 🌮
  • Special Film Event: River of Gold | Sat., April 2 | 2 p.m. | NCMA | Free | Celebrate the opening weekend of the exhibition Fault Lines: Art and the Environment at this screening of the documentary “River of Gold.”
  • Lane 8: Reviver Tour | Sat., April 2 | 7 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $30.50 | Hear the musician, electronic music producer, and DJ perform his latest hits.
  • Hurricanes vs. Wild | Sat., April 2 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena | $26+ | Watch the Canes play against the Minnesota Wild hockey team. 🏒
  • Kinly Easter ’22 Pregnancy, Baby & Child Expo | Sat., April 2 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E. Hargett St. | Free | Attend this expo to see local family experts + providers, enjoy kids activities, and meet pregnancy and child product vendors and entertainment.
  • Griffin House | Sat., April 2 | 8 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro | $22+ | Hear this folk-alternative performer play songs from his latest release “Rising Star.”
  • Cupcake and Wine Tasting | Sat., April 2 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Loading Dock, 1053 Whitaker Mill Rd. | $49 | Learn how to decorate cupcakes with Caroline of Crumb & Cream as you enjoy wine pairings with your treats. 🧁

Sunday, April 3

  • 4th Annual Festival of Nations | Sun., April 3 | 11 a.m. | Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St., Durham | Free | Celebrate Durham’s international community with cultural booths, food trucks, musicians, dancers, raffles, souvenirs, games, and prizes.
  • Nashville Stories Tour | Sun., April 3 | 7-10:30 p.m. | The Pour House, 224 S. Blount St. | $12 | Hear singer-songwriters Autumn Nicholas, Madeline Finn, and Kinslee Melhorn sing their latest songs in storytelling style.
  • Drag Brunch | Sun., April 3 | 1-4 p.m. | Ruby Deluxe, 415 Salisbury St. | $8 | Reserve a table for a delicious brunch + exciting drag show.
  • Wake Forest Veg Fest | Sun., April 3 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd., Wake Forest | Free | Find healthy, plant-based foods at this event where you’ll experience entertainment, cooking-demos, entertainment, vendors, and animal rescues. 🥕
  • Sunday Music Showcase | Sun., April 3 | 2 p.m. | Nickelpoint Brewing Co., 506 Pershing St. | Free | Enjoy award-winning brews while you listen to pop, country, and rock songs performed by Mike Hodgdon. 🎶
  • Last Day: The “Anniversary Show” | Mon., April 3 | Times vVary | Triangle Cultural Art Gallery, 8320 Litchford Rd., Ste 138 | Free | Join the Black history + cultural celebration to see how artists have created pieces that explore notions of the past that uplift African-American heritage.

Monday April 4 – Sunday April 10

Monday, April 4

  • Down Home: Jewish Life in NC | Mon., April 4 | 7-9 p.m. | NC State Capitol, 1 E. Edenton St. | Free | Experience the traveling exhibit + reception featuring a timeline of Jewish history in NC and a welcome from the state’s Attorney General, Josh Stein.
  • Trivia Night with Andy | Mon., April 4 | 7-9 p.m. | Big Boss Brewing Company, 1249 Wicker Dr. | Free | Grab your friends, a brew, and compete to see how much you know at this trivia night.
  • Air Hockey Tournament | Mon., April 4 | 9-11 p.m. | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, 330 W. Davie St. | Free | Compete to win prizes at this air hockey tournament.
  • Trivia Night | Mon., April 4 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Ponysaurus Brewing Co., 219 Hood St., Durham | Free | Show off your trivia skills while you enjoy some pizza and craft beer. 🍕

Tuesday, April 5

  • Disney Princess - The Concert | Tues., April 5 | 7 p.m. | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $25+ | See Broadway stars like Arielle Jacobs + Adam J. Levy perform your favorite Disney princess songs. ✨
  • Moonchild | Tues., April 5 | 8 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro | $23.50+ | Hear the alternative R&B band play some fan favorites like “The List” and “Cure.”
  • Annie Raines | Tues., April 5 | 7-8 p.m. | Quail Ridge Books, 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd. | $5+ | Hear the author of “The Matchbreaker Summer” in conversation with Kristin Rockaway of “My Epic Spring Break (Up).” 📚
  • PBS NC’s Indie Lens Screening and Virtual Discussion — Try Harder! | Tues., April 5 | 7-8:45 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Screen an hour-long excerpt of the film “Try Harder!” followed by a virtual discussion about the pressures high achieving high school students face today.
  • Martha Waters presents “To Marry and To Meddle” | Tues., April 5 | 6 p.m. | Flyleaf Books, 752 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill | Free | Hear author Martha Waters talk about her witty novel following a couple as they navigate a marriage of convenience.

Wednesday, April 6

  • Mindful Museum: Outdoor Yoga | Wed., April 6 | 6 p.m. | NCMA | $17.16 | Move your body in this one hour outdoor yoga class for a peaceful, mindful experience. 🍃
  • 2 Cellos | Wed., April 6 | 8 p.m. | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $373+ | Watch the two classically trained cellists perform with special guest Matt Simons.
  • Megan Mayhew Bergman | Wed., April 6 | 7-8 p.m. | Quail Ridge Books, 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd. | Free | Hear the author present her book, “How Strange a Season” in person.
  • Music Bingo | Wed., April 6 | 7-9 p.m. | Ponysaurus Brewing Co., 219 Hood St., Durham | Test your musical knowledge with this game of Bingo while you try out some local brews. 🎵
  • The Spongebob Musical | Wed., April 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Titmus Theatre, 2241 Dunn Ave. | $32 | See your favorite cartoon come to life on stage as he faces the total annihilation of the undersea world.
  • Egg Hunt with Goats | Wed., April 6 | Times Vary | Spring Haven Farm, 5306 Homer Ruffin Rd., Chapel Hill | $13.50 | Celebrate spring by searching for hidden eggs with some of the farm animals. 🐐

Thursday, April 7

  • The Life of Galilieo by David Edgar | Thurs., April 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Burning Coal Theatre Company, 224 Polk St. | $25 | See the true + thought provoking story of scientist Galileo when he proved that the earth revolved around the sun but had to overcome the doctrine of the catholic church to share it with the world. 🌎
  • Lunchtime Lecture—Container/Contained | Thurs., April 7 | 12 p.m. | NCMA + Virtual | Free | In this lecture learn about Phil Freelon Design Strategies for Telling African American Stories with Dr. Emily Makaš.
  • Car Seat Headrest | Thurs., April 7 | 7 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $25 | See the indie rock band perform hits like “Vincent” + “Something Soon.”
  • Todd Snider | Thurs., April 7 | 8 p.m. | Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Rd., Graham | $25+ | Listen to the singer-songwriter perform his songs featuring elements of rock, folk, blues, alt-country, and funk genres. 🎸
  • | Thurs., April 7 | 8 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St. Carrboro | $25+ | See the singer-songwriter perform her pop music live with hit songs like “Lean On.”

Friday, April 8

  • The Magic Flute | Fri., April 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $61.68 | Witness Mozart’s on-stage play featuring a love story, daring adventure and mystery about making one’s way in the world. 🎶
  • Steven Byrne | Fri., April 8 | 7 p.m. | Raleigh Improv, 1224 Parkside Main St., Cary | $20+ | Celebrate the start to the weekend with the comedian + star of “Sullivan & Son.”
  • Brit Floyd | Fri., April 8 | 7:30 p.m. | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $40+ | Rock on with this tribute band to Pink Floyd with hits like “The Wall” and “The Division Bell.”
  • Boy Harsher | Fri., April 8 | 9 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro | $17+ | Listen to the electronic music duo perform hits from their second LP, “Careful.” 🎤
  • A-Ha: The Movie | Fri., April 8 | 7:30 p.m. | The Cary Theater, 122 E. Chatham St., Cary | $5.59 | See the documentary that follows the band over a period of four years and shares how they achieved their dream.
  • Spring Break Mix & Sip Workshop | Fri., April 8 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Loading Dock, 216 E. Lenoir St. | $65 | Create your own craft cocktail at this spring break themed mix + sip. 🍹

Saturday, April 9

  • Bon Jovi | Sat., April 9 | 8 p.m. | PNC Arena | $34.50 | Rock out to classic songs like “Livin on a Prayer” + “It’s My Life.” 🎶
  • Koo Koo Kanga Roo | Sat., April 9 | 1 p.m. | Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave., Durham | $16+ | See the American comedy music duo perform + dance to songs like “Forklift” and “All I Eat is Pizza.” 🍕
  • I ♥ Purim: 007 | Sat., April 9 | 7:30 p.m. | NCMA | $42+ | Join the Friends of the Judaic Art Gallery for the 10th I ♥ Purim celebration to benefit the Judaic Art Fund, themed around the fictional British secret agent, James Bond.
  • Jerry Cantrell | Sat., April 9 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $39.50 | See the founder + lead singer of Alice in Chains perform live.
  • Aaron Diehl – Gershwin Piano Concerto | Sat., April 9 | 8 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $44+ | Hear the jazz composer + pianist perform live. 🎹
  • Spring Hootenanny & Foodie Festival | Sat., April 9 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Phillips Farms, 6701 Good Hope Church Rd., Cary | $40 | Celebrate the onset of spring with Cheerwine, live music, and local food.
  • Mayor’s Unity Day | Sat., April 9 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St. | Free | Attend the annual celebration including family games, food trucks, inflatables, and performances.

Sunday, April 10

  • Hurricanes vs. Ducks | Sun., April 10 | 6 p.m. | PNC Arena | $24+ | Watch the Carolina Hurricanes play against the Anaheim Ducks. 🏒
  • The Magic Flute | Sun., April 10 | 2 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $61.68 | Witness Mozart’s on-stage play featuring a love story, daring adventure and mystery about making one’s way in the world. 🎭
  • Hello My Priends with Pinky Patel | Sun., April 10 | 7 p.m. | Raleigh Improv, 1224 Parkside Main St., Cary | $30+ | Laugh along with the PTA mom turned content creator + comedian with a fan base of over 5 million.
  • Cool Jazz: Paul Bomar Trio | Sun., April 10 | 2-5 p.m. | Nickelpoint Brewing Co., 506 Pershing Rd. | Free | Listen to some cool jazz while you try out some cold craft brews. 🎷
  • A Sip of Spring Beer & Wine Festival | Sun., April 10 | 2-6 p.m. | The Sutherland Estate & Gardens, 13371 Wake Union Church Rd., Wake Forest | $55 | Discover local breweries and vineyards while you enjoy live music, food trucks, and yard games.

Monday April 11 – Sunday April 17

Monday, April 11

  • Johnnyswim | Mon., April 11 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $30 | See this husband + wife musical duo perform some of their popular songs like “First Try” and “Touching Heaven.” 🎶
  • Stone Cold and The Jackal | Mon., April 11 | 7:15 p.m. | Goodnights Comedy Club, 861 W. Morgan St. | $49+ | Laugh along with Steve Burton + Bradford Anderson of “General Hospital” during a show full of music and comedy.
  • The Fire of Freedom | Mon., April 11 | 7-9 p.m. | The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St., Durham | Free | This one-man show is about a slave rebel who rose out of bondage to become a leader in the South.
  • Trivia Night | Mon., April 11 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Ponysaurus Brewing Co., 219 Hood St., Durham | Free | Show off your trivia skills while you try out some fresh brews and pizza. 🍺
  • Indoor Disc Golf Putting League | Mon., April 11 | 6-10 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing, 800 Taylor St., Durham | $6 | Enjoy a $7 liter while you work on your putting game. 🥏

Tuesday, April 12

  • Mt. Joy | Tues., April 12 | 6:30 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $70+ | Hear the LA-based indie rock band perform songs off of their latest album, “Rearrange Us.” 🎵
  • Tai Chi in the Park | Tues., April 12 | 6 p.m. | NCMA | $18.23 | Practice this ancient Chinese martial art that combines slow, gentle, flowing movements with focused attention and deep breathing.
  • Wolfpack vs. Seahawks | Tues., April 12 | 6 p.m. | Doak Field at Dail Park, 1081 Varsity Dr. | $25+ | See NC State’s baseball team play against UNC-Wilmington’s Seahawks. ⚾
  • MONO | Tues., April 12 | 8 p.m. | Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave., Durham | $15 | See the four-piece instrumental rock band perform live + listen to tunes from supporting act Bing & Ruth’s new album, “Species.”
  • Raleigh Veteran Job Fair | Tues., April 12 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Meet with representatives from a variety of companies like FedEx, Apple, and Prudential.

Wednesday, April 13

  • David Sedaris | Wed., April 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $55.25+ | Spend your evening with this popular humorist, author, and radio contributor.
  • Raleigh Night Market | Wed., April 13 | 5-9 p.m. | Smoky Hollow, 421 N. Harrington St. | Free | Shop locally-made goods while enjoying live music, food, and drinks. 🛍
  • Postmodern Jukebox | Wed., April 13 | 8 p.m. | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $39.50+ | Enjoy this musical collective featuring multi-talented singers + musicians known for “putting pop music in a time machine.” 🎤
  • Yoke Lore | Wed., April 13 | 8 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro | $15+ | See the multi-instrumentalist, dancer, and visual artist known from his role in the musical group Walk the Moon perform live.
  • Music Bingo with DJ Halo | Wed., April 13 | 7-9 p.m. | Fullsteam Brewery, 726 Rigsbee Ave., Durham | Free | Enjoy local brews while you compete in a game of music bingo.

Thursday, April 14

  • Hurricanes vs. Red Wings | Thurs., April 14 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena | $25+ | Cheer on the Carolina Hurricanes as they play against the Detroit Red Wings. 🏒
  • Mindful Museum | Thurs., April 14 | 7-8 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Take a virtual journey around the world inspired by art. 🖼
  • Taste Tour of the Mediterranean | Thurs., April 14 | 6:30 p.m. | Vidrio, 500 Glenwood Ave. | $85 | Immerse yourself in the flavors of Portugal with this multi-course cultural dinner experience led by Chef Saif Rahman. 🍽
  • Shane Gillis | Thurs., April 14-Sat., April 16 | Times Vary | Goodnights Comedy Club, 861 W. Morgan St. | $25+ | Laugh along with this stand-up comedian, YouTuber, radio-personality, and podcaster.
  • Trey Kennedy | Thurs., April 14 | 7:30 p.m. | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $25+ | Celebrate the end of the week by laughing alongside social media star Trey Kennedy.
  • Guerilla Toss | Thurs., April 14 | 8 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro | $15+ | Rock on to songs from the band’s latest album “Famously Alive” + discover supporting act Dummy.

Friday, April 15

  • TEDxNCState | Fri. April 15 | 2:30-7:30 p.m. | Titmus Theatre, 2241 Dunn Ave. | $33+ | Hear new ideas from local innovators + NC State students that will motivate you to make an impact within the community. 🐺
  • Tribute to Legends: The Music of Prince | Fri. April 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy., Cary | $29.50+ | Listen to the music of Prince, performed by Grammy nominated musician Marcus Anderson. 🎶
  • Mark Normand All Over The Road Tour | Fri., April 15 | 7 p.m. | The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St., Durham | $27.50+ | See the stand-up comic known for his self-released YouTube special “Out To Lunch.”
  • Yacht Rock Revue | Fri., April 15 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $25+ | Hear the popular, Atlanta-based cover band perform popular hits like “Bad Tequila” and “The Doobie Bounce.”
  • Futurebirds | Fri., April 15 | 8:30 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre | $25 | Hear the indie-rock band perform live with Jeff Gorman + Kake Cochran of Illiterate Light.

Saturday, April 16

  • Charity Easter Egg Hunt | Sat., April 16 | 10-11 a.m. | Joslin Garden, 2431 West Lake Dr. | $10 | Bring your kids to a fun Easter egg hunt + help raise funds for homeless children to attend summer camp. 🐣
  • Me, Myself & Shirley | Sat., April 16 | 2 p.m. + 7 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $35+ | See actress Cindy Williams from “Laverne & Shirley” share memories + backstage tales from her time in the entertainment industry. 🎭
  • Live from the Studio: Creating Collages with Sara Rahbar | Sat., April 16 | 1:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join mixed-media assemblage artist Sara Rahbar for a conversation about art, life, and finding peace of mind through making things.
  • Chris Rock: Ego Death World Tour | Sat., April 16-Sun., April 17 | 8 p.m. | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $59.50+ | Laugh along with the actor + comedian Chris Rock.
  • Tribute to Legends with BEE GEES NOW! | Sat., April 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy., Cary | $29.50+ | Throw it back to the 60s + 70s this weekend and jam out to Bee Gees tunes. 🎶

Sunday, April 17

  • Easter Brunch Buffet | Sun., April 17 | 10:30 a.m. | Vidrio, 500 Glenwood Ave. | $55 | Enjoy Easter Sunday brunch with a buffet featuring shakshuka, frittatas, a carving station, and desserts. 🍴
  • The Hamiltones | Sun., April 17 | 8 p.m. | The Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop, 224 S. Blount St. | $25+ | Hear the NC natives + backup vocalists for Grammy-winning Anthony Hamilton, perform songs like a gospel rendition of Drake’s “Hotline Bling.”
  • Lights | Sun., April 17 | 8 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro | $24 | See the singer, songwriter, comic book author + instrumentalist perform songs like “Prodigal Daughter.”
  • Easter Egg Hunt | Sun., April 17 | 1-3 p.m. | Fortnight Brewing Co., 1006 SW Maynard Rd., Cary | $5+ | Celebrate Easter with your kids at this Easter egg hunt + grab a picture with the Easter Bunny while you’re there. 🐣
  • Hammered Trivia with Thor | Sun., April 17 | 2-4 p.m. | Durty Bull Brewing Company, 206 Broadway St., Durham | Free | Try local, artisanal beer while you test your trivia skills.

Monday April 18 – Sunday April 24

Monday, April 18

  • Pastry Course | Mon., April 18 | 6:30-9 p.m. | 969 N. Harrison Ave., Cary | $65 | learn the basics of pastry and cream during this in-depth course with Chef Wynton.
  • Trivia Night | Mon., April 18 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Ponysaurus Brewing Co., 219 Hood St., Durham | Free | Put your random knowledge to the test + enjoy local beer and pizza. 🍕
  • An Evening with Vivian Howard | Mon., April 18 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St., Durham | Free | Hear the chef, restaurateur, author, and host of “A Chef’s Life” Vivian Howard converse with James Beard award-winning chef, Andrea Reusing. 📚
  • Clothing Drive | Mon., April 18 | All Day | Christian Life Fellowship, 3209 Gresham Lake Rd., Suite 136 | Donate gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and children at this drive for Shirt Off My Back.

Tuesday, April 19

  • Pretty Woman: The Musical | Tues., April 19-Sun., April 24 | Times Vary | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $15+ | See the iconic story come to life in this musical led by Tony Award-winning director + choreographer Jerry Mitchell. 🎭
  • Collaborative Clay | Tues., April 19 | 10 a.m. | NCMA | $345.45 | During this four-day workshop, collaborate with Seagrove potter Daniel Johnston on a single large-scale temporary clay installation in the Museum Park.
  • William Peace University RN to BSN Information Session | Tues., April 19 | 9-10 a.m. | Virtual | Free | Attendees can learn more about how to get a BSN faster through the RN to BSN program at William Peace University.*
  • Natural Sciences Classroom: The Magical World of Protista | Tues., April 19 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join the NC Museum of Natural Sciences to watch and learn about the protist world.
  • Will Overman with Sam Foster | Tues., April 19 | 8 p.m. | The Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop, 224 S. Blount St. | $10+ | Hear the singer-songwriter perform music inspired by James Taylor, Jason Isbell, and John Mayer. 🎶

Wednesday, April 20

  • Todrick Hall | Wed., April 20 | 8:30 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $29.50+ | See social media personality + singer Todrick Hall on “The Femuline Tour.”
  • Twiddle | Wed., April 20 | 8:30 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre | $25 | See this rock band utilize improvisation during their live performance with their guest, Threesound.
  • Wine Club | Wed., April 20 | 4-5 p.m. | Raleigh Founded, 2409 Crabtree Blvd. | Free | Join Raleigh Founded as you enjoy a wine tasting + mingle with others in the RF community. 🍷
  • Floral Design Class | Wed., April 20 | 6:30-8 p.m. | The English Garden Raleigh Florist, 6308 Angus Dr. | $55 | Sip tea while you design a teacup with local spring blooms. 💐

Thursday, April 21

  • Spring Tidings of Bach, Chaminade and Glass | Thurs., April 21-Sun., April 24 | Times vary | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $27.15+ | Witness the Carolina Ballet dance to the works of Sebastian Bach, Cécile Chaminade, and Philip Glass. 🩰
  • Lil Durk: The 7220 Tour | Thurs., April 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Red Hat Amphitheater | $29.50+ | See rapper + founder of the record label, Only the Family, perform hits like “Laugh Now Cry Later” and “Hats Off.”
  • Pedro The Lion | Thurs., April 21 | 8:30 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro | $20+ | See the indie-rock band perform songs from their latest album, “Havasu.”
  • Raleigh Night Market | Thurs., April 21 | 5-9 p.m. | Moore Square | Free | Shop from local vendors as you enjoy a night filled with entertainment, food, and drinks. 🛍

Friday, April 22

  • Brewgaloo 2022 | Fri., April 22-Sat., April 23 | 2-10 p.m. | Fayetteville Street | $30+ | Try out 100+ craft brews from all over NC at the second-largest craft brew festival in the US. 🍻
  • The Plastic Cup Boyz | Fri., April 22-Sun., April 24 | Times vary | Raleigh Improv, 1224 Parkside Main St., Cary | $20+ | Laugh along with the act that has been supporting popular comedian Kevin Hart.
  • Three Dog Night | Fri., April 22 | 8 p.m. | Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St., Durham | $55+ | See the 60’s rock band perform some of their classic songs like “One” + “Eli’s Coming.”
  • ABBA: The Concert | Fri., April 22-Sat., April 23 | 8 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $43+ | See the popular tribute band perform iconic songs like “Dancing Queen” + “Waterloo” with the NC Symphony. 🎶
  • The Band Camino with Flor and Hastings | Fri., April 22 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $83 | Listen to the popular indie band perform live with special guests.
  • My Morning Jacket | Fri., April 22 | 7 p.m. | Red Hat Amphitheater | $29.50+ | Hear the rock band perform hits like “One Big Holiday” + “Wordless Chorus.”

Saturday, April 23

  • Jimmy Buffet | Sat., April 23 | 8 p.m. | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek | $123+ | Take a trip to “Margaritaville” with Jimmy Buffet and the Coral Reefer Band. 🍹
  • Earth Day: Project in the Park | Sat., April 23 | 9 a.m. | NCMA | Free | Celebrate Earth Day with a project in the park. 🍃
  • Beartooth - The Below Tour Part II | Sat., April 23 | 7 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $32.50 | Celebrate the weekend and rock out with the hardcore punk band.
  • Arson Daily + Mo Lowda & The Humble w/ Modernkind | Sat., April 23 | 9 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre | $15+ | See the local band perform live with special guests.
  • Whiskey Wine & Fire | Sat., April 23 | 4 p.m. + 5 p.m. | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary | $59+ | Let out your inner foodie while you enjoy specialty grilling, whiskey bars, drink pairings, food trucks, restaurants, and live music. 🥃
  • NCMA Cinema: We Are Here | Sat., April 23 | 2 p.m. | NCMA | $6.44+ | See the documentary about the Paperhand Puppet Intervention + the psyches of the company’s founders, Donovan Zimmerman and Jan Burger. 🎥
  • Laura Whitfield | Sat., April 23 | 2-3 p.m. | Quail Ridge Books, 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd. | Free | Hear the author of the memoir “Untethered” in conversation with author J. Dana Trent. 📖

Sunday, April 24

  • Raleigh Gives Back Benefit Concert | Sun., April 24 | 6:30 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $25+ | Join Move It Raleigh and the Triangle’s most talented dancers to benefit Raleigh Moves Together. 💃
  • Whole Hog Holler at Sam Jones BBQ | Sun., April 24 | 4-7 p.m. | Sam Jones BBQ, 502 W. Lenoir St. | Free | Grab a plate of barbecue and an ice cold beer while you listen to live music. 🐷
  • Arbor Day Festival | Sun., April 24 | 2:30-6 p.m. | Dix Park | Free | Celebrate Arbor Day with tree giveaways, crafts, hands-on activities, tree trivia, live music, and more. 🌲
  • Drag Queen Bingo | Sun., April 24 | 7-9 p.m. | Tin Roof, 300 Glenwood Ave. | $25 | Enjoy beer + cocktails while you laugh your heart out during a game of drag bingo.

Monday April 25 – Saturday April 30

Monday, April 25

  • Wage War | Mon., April 25 | 6:30 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre | $25.50+ | See the metalcore band perform live with special guest While She Sleeps. 🎸
  • Raleigh Healthcare Career Fair | Mon., April 25 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Find your new job in health care at this event presented by Healthcare X.
  • Yoga in the Park | Mon., April 25 | 6-7 p.m. | The Flower Field at Dix Park | Free | Move your body + enjoy the outdoors while you increase your strength and flexibility at this yoga class. 🧘‍♀️
  • Trivia Night | Mon., April 25 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Ponysaurus Brewing Co., 219 Hood St., Durham | Free | Grab a craft beer and try a game of trivia with hosts Geeks Who Drink.

Tuesday, April 26

  • Connect + Create: Sun Catchers | Tues., April 26 | 5:30-7 p.m. | The Chapel at Dix Park | Free | Use paint and plexi glass to create a colorful hanging suncatcher with instructor Jane Cheek. ☀️
  • Trail Blaze Coffee Introduction | Tues., April 26 | 12-5 p.m. | Dilworth Coffee Training Center, 4320 Delta Lake Dr. | $275 | Learn coffee basics and all about its seed-to-cup journey while discussing everything from coffee growing to brewing. ☕
  • Gladys Knight | Tues., April 26 | 8 p.m. | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $49.50+ | Hear this seven-time “Grammy” Awards winner perform some of her biggest hits like the motown classic, “I Heard it Through the Grapevine.” 🎶
  • Bruteus | Tues., April 26 | 8 pm. | The Pour House, 224 S. Blount St. | $8+ | Hear the trio play their groove-heavy music fused with a melodic tune featuring special guest, Tempus Fugit.
  • Wolfpack v. Pirates | Tues., April 26 | 7 p.m. | Doak Field at Dail Park, 1081 Varsity Dr. | TBD+ | See Wolfpack baseball team compete against the ECU Pirates. ⚾

Wednesday, April 27

  • Kate Moore | Wed., April 27 | 7-8 p.m. | Quail Ridge Books, 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd. | Free | Hear all about the author’s latest novel, “The Woman They Could Not Silence.”
  • The Bay Strikes Back Tour | Wed., April 27 | 6:50 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $25+ | See Bay area thrash metal bands perform, featuring Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel. 🎸
  • Bop or Flop Live on Tour! | Wed., April 27 | 7-10 p.m. | Crafty Beer, Wine, & Spirits, 2005 Fairview Rd. | $5 | See comedians Jordan Scott Huggins + Spencer Bland of the hit music comedy podcast, “Bop or Flop.” 🎤
  • Hannah Gadsby | Wed., April 27 | 7 p.m. | DPAC, 123 Vivian St., Durham | $39.75+ | See the Emmy and Peabody awards winner known for her standup shows “Nanette” and “Douglas” perform her new feel-good show, “Body of Work.”
  • Gang of Youths | Wed., April 27 | 8 p.m. | Cat’s Cradle, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro | $25+ | See the Australian alt-rock group perform songs from their newest album, “Angel in Realtime.” 🎵

Thursday, April 28

  • Hurricanes vs Devils | Thurs., April 28 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena | $25+ | Watch the Canescompete against the New Jersey Devils. 🏒
  • Crossing the Rift: North Carolina Poets on 9/11 & Its Aftermath | Thurs., April 28 | 7 p.m. | NCMA | Free | Experience an evening of poetry with host + NC poet laureate Jaki Shelton Green.
  • Nine Inch Nails | Thurs., April 28 | 7 p.m. | Red Hat Amphitheater | $95+ | Rock out with this industrial-rock band as they perform classic hits like “Closer” + “Head Like a Hole.” 🎸
  • Dan Cummins | Thurs., April 28-Sat., April 30 | Times vary | Goodnights Comedy Club, 861 W. Morgan St. | $21+ | Laugh along with the up and coming comedian.
  • Raleigh Fashion Fest | Thurs., April 28 | 5-10 p.m. | Smoky Hollow, 421 N. Harrington St. | Free | Shop local fashion + food while you enjoy live music during this event benefiting The Women’s Center. 👗

Friday, April 29

  • Sum 41 & Simple Plan | Fri., April 29 | 6 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $35.75+ | Throw it back to the early 2000s with these two pop-punk bands on the “The Blame Canada Tour.” 🎸
  • Snarky Puppy | Fri., April 29 | 8 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $37.35+ | Hear the diverse instrumental ensemble perform a combination of jazz, rock, and funk music.
  • Scheherazade | Fri., April 29-Sat., April 30 | 8 p.m. | Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $20+ | Hear the NC Symphony perform Dvořák’s Polonaise from “Rusalka,” Jennifer Higdon’s “Percussion Concerto,” and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade.” 🎻
  • Herbfest | Fri., April 29-Sun., May 8 | Times vary | 525 S. White St., Wake Forest | Free | Explore a variety of vendors for those interested in gardening, cooking, and a healthy lifestyle. 🌿
  • Spring in Tha Carolinas | Fri., April 29 | 6 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre | $14.50 | Hear musicians from NC perform live. 🎵

Saturday, April 30

  • Beyond The Book | Sat., April 30 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | 226 E. Martin St. | Free | Attend this family-fun event to discover author + illustrator workshops, interactive performances, art installations, and artisan food. 📚
  • Spring Daze Arts + Crafts Festival | Sat., April 30 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Bond Park, 801 High House Rd., Cary | Free | Stop by this annual arts + crafts festival featuring 170 local artists, an Earth Day celebration, food, and children activities. 🌎
  • Africafest 2022 | Sat., April 30 | 5-10 p.m. | The London Bridge Pub, 110 E. Hargett St. | $15+ | Join this family-friendly event to celebrate African music and cuisine featuring West African dishes by KookingPot Catering.
  • NCMA Cinema: Theirs Is the Kingdom | Sat., April 30 | 2 p.m. | NCMA | $6.44+ | Watch the film that examines the intersection of poverty + portraiture through the creation of a contemporary mural inside an Asheville church.
  • Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate Festival | Sat., April 30 | 1-6 p.m. | Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Rd. | $39.99+ | Sample wines, cheeses, and chocolates while you shop around Lafayette Village. 🍷
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