Entertainment

Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
What was Raleigh like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
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Save these six local venues + shows for the next time you’re looking to have a laugh and watch a comedy show in Raleigh.
Choose your own adventure and help City Editor Cat plan how she spends her day in Raleigh, from where she works to evening entertainment. You chose, now read your recommendations below.
Keep reading for the lineup, FAQs, and food + bev info to help navigate Dreamville Festival on Saturday, April 6 + Sunday, April 7.
The fourth iteration of this festival is coming to Dorothea Dix Park April 6-7. Dreamville has featured the best and brightest in hip-hop and R&B since 2019 thanks to rapper J. Cole.
From bagpipe performances to green beer, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with 12 local holiday happenings around the City of Oaks.
The Downtown Raleigh Alliance is hosting a Feminist First Friday celebration in honor of Women’s History Month, including 20+ women-owned food + business vendors, free headshots, and more.
Prepare your paddles and putters — a giant pickleball + golf complex is coming to Raleigh. Pin Point will be just outside the beltline near Purr Cup Cafe.
From old-school hangouts to hip sports bars, we compiled 11 pool halls around Raleigh to rack ‘em up and get your game on, cue in hand.
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The long-awaited Texas burger chain will make its debut next month in Wake Forest, and Raleigh’s location will open two weeks later.
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With flavors from chef + co-owner Saif Rahman’s culinary journey, this fast-breaking meal offers new tastes for Ramadan.