Where to catch a local comedy show 🎤

6 venues to catch a comedy show in Raleigh
Neptunes Comedy hosts a comedy show at Hartwell in April 2022
Jordan Scott Huggins + Spencer Bland are the hosts of Neptunes Comedy. | Photo by RALtoday
It’s no joke that we’ve got comedy on our minds, from local stand-up comics to big-name jokesters, the Triangle attracts them all. Save this guide to local comedy shows for the next time you need a chuckle (or full-belly laugh).

Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub, 427 W. Main St., Durham | The “Thursday Titters” standup showcase returns Thursday, May 9 at this downtown hangout and features some of the area’s funniest comics.

ComedyWorx, 3801 Hillsborough St. | Founded in 1989, this club specializes in improvised comedy shows and classes. Bonus: The venue hosts a mix of family-friendly and adult-only shows.

Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd. | This Raleigh staple has been serving jokes since 1983; its new permanent home recently hosted Pete Davidson and David Koechner — also look for hometown acts.

A comedy club.

Goodnights has two stages with room for an approx. 300-person audience.

Photo by RALtoday

Neptunes Comedy, Neptunes Parlour, 14 W. Martin St. | Spencer Bland + Jordan Scott Huggins, the comedians behind music-comedy podcast Bop or Flop, host a monthly comedy show featuring local, regional, and national acts. Neptunes is Raleigh’s longest running independent comedy show.

Raleigh Improv, 1224 Parkside Main St., Cary | This newish comedy club with a 581-person capacity opened in 2018 and attracts big names like Jon Lovitz + Jay Pharoah.

The Pour House, 224 S. Blount St. | Did you know this venue offers more than musical acts? Rhizome Comedy, a Raleigh-based comedy record label, produces a monthly show full of laughs called Superbloom.

Pro tip: If you’re searching for huge touring acts like John Mulaney + Kevin Hart, don’t forget to check PNC Arena’s events calendar. And if you want even more suggestions, or are thinking about doing a little stand up yourself, join the Triangle Comedy Group on Facebook.
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Today
  • Educator Celebration | Fri., Sept. 16 | 3-8 p.m. | Quail Ridge Books, 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd. | Free | The bookstore is celebrating local educators during this seventh annual event.
  • Bottoms Up: A Fundraiser for Diaper Train | Fri., Sept. 16 | 6:30-9 p.m. | 616 Tucker St. | $75 | Dine on oysters and heavy appetizers + support the mission of Diaper Train — a nonprofit providing diapers to low-income families in Wake County.
Saturday
  • Pop-Up Market | Sat., Sept. 17 | 1-5 p.m. | Transfer Co. Food Hall, 500 E. Davie St. | Free | Enjoy local food, music, and shopping. 🛍️
  • True Crime + Curious Tales | Sat., Sept. 17 | 2-3:45 p.m. | 109 E. Jones St. | Free | This walking tour will take you on a journey back in time to Raleigh’s most interesting true crime stories and other quirky tales.
  • NC Courage vs. OL Reign | Sat., Sept. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | WakeMed Soccer Park, 101 Soccer Park Dr., Cary | $20+ | Cheer on the Courage as they take on the OL Reign. ⚽ *
  • CosmeCon | Sat., Sept. 17 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Belk at Crabtree, 4325 Glenwood Ave. | Free | This cosmetics, skin care, wellness + fashion experience encompasses all things beauty — the first 150 guests to pre-register for the masterclasses will receive a $10 Belk gift card and swag bag of Belk cosmetics. 💄 *
Sunday
  • La Fiesta del Pueblo | Sun., Sept. 18 | 12-6 p.m. | Fayetteville Street | Free | Enjoy live music, dance performances, food trucks, art exhibits, and educational booths.
  • The Last Splash | Sun., Sept. 18 | 3-9 p.m. | The Artist Lounge Raleigh, 1011 S. Person St. | $25 | This laid-back pool party will feature local mixologist On My Way Bartending, chef She Cooks Too! and sets from DJ Damu and Smilez & Sparklez. 🌊
  • Macrame Plant Hangers | Sun., Sept. 18 | 4-6 p.m. | Copperline Plant Co., 300 Blake St. | $65 | Kat McDaniel, macrame-maker extraordinaire, will teach you how to make your very own macrame plant hanger. 🌱
Plan Ahead
  • Back to Business Women’s Conference | Fri., Sept. 23 | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Virtual | $69; Buy one, get one free for a friend | This conference offers Triangle moms a unique opportunity to kickstart their return to work with a community of supportive women + experts to advise them along the way — bonus: RALtoday readers can get $20 off when they use code RAL20.*
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Live, work + play at Fenton: Cary’s new mixed-use development 🏬
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Fenton features dining options, curated shopping, luxury residences + more. | Photo provided by Fenton
The Triangle just got a little livelier. Fenton — Cary’s newly-opened mixed-use development — brings an energetic + thoughtfully-designed gathering place for Raleighites. Here are the details on how to live, work + play in Fenton.

🏠 Live + work:
Fenton’s luxury residences, modern offices, and inviting green spaces make the decision to live + work in the new development a walk in the park (literally).

Residents and resident-employees can enjoy dining at chef-driven restaurants and multiple shopping + entertainment options — right outside their door. Read: Relax your way into the after-work hours (or take a stellar lunch break).

🍽️ Play, shop + dine:
Enjoying this vibrant community is not just for those who live or work in Fenton. All Raleighites can benefit from:
Bonus: The development continues to add high-end restaurants and shops. Check out their events calendar for interactive kids activities, engaging fitness classes, live music + everything in-between.*

EXPLORE FENTON


Weather
  • 84º | Sunny | 8% chance of rain ☀️
Development
  • Logan’s Garden Shop is moving from downtown’s Seaboard Station to a lot at 4020 Tryon Rd. in southwest Raleigh. New site plans submitted to the city show a proposal for two buildings totaling 19,850 sqft. The plans do not mention a café. 🪴 (Triangle Business Journal)
Biz
  • Raleigh Founded is hosting its third Startup Holiday Market on Fri., Nov. 4 from 6-9 p.m. If you’re a unique startup that sells a physical product, apply by Fri., Oct. 14 to be featured during the event.
  • JC Raulston Arboretum is looking for food trucks to feature during its Moonlight in the Garden lighting exhibition in November. Shout out your favorite food truck or nominate your business in the comments of this Instagram post. 🍴
Community
Kids
  • It’s a pretty spooky party. Haute House Kids is hosting a seasonal morning of fun for kids ages 4-8 on Sun., Oct. 16 at The Cupcake Shoppe. From 10-11:30 a.m., there will be activites like sparkle makeovers + cupcake decorating. Parents: The espresso bar will be open. 👻
Award
  • The Raleigh Architecture Company was recognized for three of its recent projects at the 2022 Aspire Design Awards last weekend in Asheville. The Hartwell, Vault Craft Beer + Clark Townhomes designs received awards in various categories. 👏
State
  • Carolina Core — a ~120-mile corridor stretching from Winston-Salem to Fayetteville — is gearing up to become a hotspot for growth in NC. Companies like Boom Supersonic, VinFast, and Wolfspeed are planning expansions that will bring thousands of jobs to the region. (Triangle Business Journal)
Feel Good
  • A beloved grocery store employee was given more than $23,000 after his final shift Tuesday. When Raleighites heard Tim McCloud — who’s worked at the Glenwood Village Harris Teeter for 23 years — was leaving, they started a fundraiser to thank him for his impact on the community. 💚 (WRAL)
Coming Soon
  • Two luxury apartment complexes are coming to Flowers Plantation. Ardmore at Flowers and The Views will together provide residents 700+ units for lease, with features and amenities like farmhouse sinks, full-sized swimming pools, and golf simulators. Sign up for the email list to learn more. 🏢*
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Fantastic fall foliage in Raleigh 🍁

Fall foliage in Raleigh, NC
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Tucker George frolicking in autumn leaves | Photo by RALtoday
To us, watching the leaves turn from vibrant shades of green to tones of amber, scarlet, and rust is one of the most spectacular things in the world.

This year, NC State University’s fall foliage outlook predicts that the city of Raleigh + much of inland NC will see peak fall foliage from Wed., Oct. 12-Fri., Oct. 28. Head over to William B. Umstead State Park to experience the fall colors surrounded by plenty of beech trees and red oaks. If that’s not enough, here are some more fall foliage insights.

Wanna know some of our favorite places to see the leaves? Here are some driving-distance spots + pro tips to finding the best views in the city.
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by City Editor Anne.

Editor’s pick: Pumpkin spice + beer? Say less. Trophy Brewing is releasing its Pumpkin Spice Milky Way brew today and I can’t wait to try it, as I continue to embrace fall early. Stop by Trophy Maywood to savor this caramel stout flavored with vanilla + spices. 🍻

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