Entertainment

Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
Explore the City of Oaks on one of these many tours of Raleigh. Learn more about Raleigh’s brewery and food scene, its storied history, its many public art pieces, and more.
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We’re digging into the history of Dorton Arena and the NC State Fairgrounds through musical acts and iconic photography.
The Canes are back. Here’s what you need to know ahead of their season opener against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
IBMA Bluegrass Live! will rock Raleigh one last time before the fest moves to Chattanooga. Here’s what to know about this year’s festival + what’s to come for bluegrass in Raleigh.
Raleigh’s indie music fest is back with established artists and newcomers alike — head to downtown Raleigh for Hopscotch Thursday, Sept. 5 through Saturday, Sept. 7.
Old-school entertainment concept Pins Mechanical Co. will open in the reimagined neighborhood by winter 2025.
Following IBMA Bluegrass Live!'s announced departure from Oak City, a new bluegrass festival from PineCone will pluck its way into Raleigh in 2025.
Oak City is well-represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics— here’s who found a spot on the podium
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We asked this local performer about his favorite venues, plays, and the best barbecue in North Carolina.
The 2024 holiday season is officially among us, and Oak City isn’t short on festive experiences. Grab your calendar and check out these experiences filled with tons of holiday cheer.
After its March 2025 closure, a new team with ties to the former ownership group of 42nd Street Oyster Bar will reopen the Raleigh staple as early as February 2026. Read up on readers’ memories from this local gem.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Sippin’ Santa at Wye Hill — AKA the tropical holiday event of the year — is back through Dec. 28.
Whether you’re shortening on time or need to impress the in-laws, our com-pie-lation of local bakeries will help you find the perfect sweet treat.
Get ready to dash for drumsticks — there are seven turkey trots to get you up and moving on Thanksgiving Day around the City of Oaks.
Take the stress out of prepping and planning on Thanksgiving with these 13 restaurants + eateries offering takeout and dine-in seasonal feasts.
Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
Explore all 308 acres of Dorothea Dix Park and its top landmarks, history, and more.
Owner Steve Malik announced North Carolina FC would attempt to become part of the USL Division One, but the team will discontinue until their bid is potentially accepted. Plus, NCFC needs a 15,000 occupancy venue to join USL Division One.