The Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide December 8–14th Edition
The Triangle is alive this December with major concerts, Christmas spectaculars, comedy shows, symphonic performances, and regional holiday productions. Whether you’re heading downtown for a classy night at the symphony, seeking a memorable Christmas production, or planning a road trip to a nearby theater, the region offers something unforgettable every day this week.
This guide highlights the big ticket, headline-worthy shows and performances taking place in Raleigh, Cary, Selma, Garner, Pinehurst, Saxapahaw, Carrboro, Clayton, and beyond.
⭐ MONDAY – December 8
12:45 PM – Christmas Jubilee
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma
A beloved North Carolina Christmas production filled with music, dance, nostalgia, and holiday charm. A great weekday matinee for families or senior groups.
⭐ TUESDAY – December 9
12:45 PM – Christmas Jubilee
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma
Matinee holiday magic at one of NC’s most iconic seasonal stages.
7:00 PM – Shaun Cassidy
📍 Owens Auditorium at Bradshaw Performing Arts Center – Pinehurst
Pop rock legend and entertainer Shaun Cassidy brings a memorable evening of music and storytelling.
7:30 PM – North Carolina Master Chorale
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts – Raleigh
Elegant, moving choral arrangements fill the main concert hall with the sound of the holidays.
7:30 PM – Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas
📍 Fletcher Opera Theater – Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts – Raleigh
An inspiring tribute to the timeless songs and Christmas spirit of John Denver.
8:00 PM – JD McPherson
📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro
Roots rock, holiday tunes, and American revival sounds from a nationally acclaimed artist.
⭐ WEDNESDAY – December 10
6:00 PM – Sammy Obeid
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Stand-up comedy from a nationally touring performer known for sharp wit and intelligent humor.
7:00 PM – Set It Off
📍 The Ritz – Raleigh
A high-energy pop-rock performance at one of Raleigh’s most iconic live music venues.
7:00 PM – Anthony Rodia
📍 Raleigh Improv – Cary
A fast-rising comedy favorite delivering observational humor and crowd favorites.
7:30 PM – North Carolina Symphony: Holiday Pops
📍 Owens Auditorium – Pinehurst
A sweeping holiday performance led by the North Carolina Symphony — festive, uplifting, and family-friendly.
8:00 PM – The Casualties
📍 Kings – Raleigh
Legendary punk rock energy at an intimate downtown Raleigh stage.
⭐ THURSDAY – December 11
12:45 PM – Christmas Jubilee
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma
Holiday nostalgia returns for another matinee performance.
7:00 PM – Celtic Angels Christmas
📍 Paul A. Johnston Auditorium – Smithfield
Traditional Irish music, dance, storytelling, and holiday ballads.
7:00 PM – Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghost of Christmas Eve
📍 Lenovo Center – Raleigh
One of the biggest touring Christmas productions in America — symphonic rock, pyrotechnics, dramatic staging, and unforgettable holiday music.
7:30 PM – Neuse River Big Band
📍 Garner Performing Arts Center – Garner
A festive big band evening for fans of jazz, swing, and classic holiday arrangements.
7:30 PM – Kerwin Claiborne
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Hilarious stand-up energy from a major comedy name with a national fanbase.
8:00 PM – Nightrain – Guns N’ Roses Tribute
📍 Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
Arena-style rock nostalgia with one of the most acclaimed GN’R tribute bands in the country.
⭐ FRIDAY – December 12
12:00 PM – North Carolina Symphony: Holiday Pops
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
A lunchtime holiday performance full of orchestral joy.
12:45 PM – Christmas Jubilee
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma
A festive, family-friendly matinee.
6:45 PM – Christmas Jubilee
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma
A magical evening show with lights, music, and seasonal heart.
7:00 PM – Kelsey Cook
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Punchy, sharp, smart comedy from one of today’s most beloved stand-ups.
7:30 PM – Dean Johnson
📍 The Pinhook – Durham
Indie sounds from an acclaimed singer-songwriter.
7:30 PM – Brandi Denise
📍 Room 861 – Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
National touring comedy talent with late shows to follow.
7:30 PM – Bantum Rooster’s Rockin’ Christmas
📍 The Acorn Center – Littleton
A one-of-a-kind holiday rock show.
8:00 PM – Eilen Jewell & Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters
📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro
Americana, folk, and heart-driven storytelling from celebrated musicians.
8:00 PM – The Front Bottoms
📍 The Ritz – Raleigh
Alt-rock and crowd-favorite, high-energy live performance.
8:00 PM – North Carolina Symphony: Holiday Pops
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
Symphonic Christmas tradition in Raleigh’s premier classical venue.
8:00 PM – Jake Xerxes Fussell
📍 Haw River Ballroom – Saxapahaw
Folk, roots, and Americana elegance in a stunning riverside setting.
8:00 PM – Robert Lester Folsom
📍 Cat’s Cradle Back Room – Carrboro
Dream-pop and alternative influences for an intimate audience.
8:00 PM – Tynan
📍 The Pour House Music Hall – Raleigh
Electronic, experimental, and pulse-pounding beats downtown.
9:15 PM – Kelsey Cook
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Laughter continues with a late-night set.
9:45 PM – Brandi Denise
📍 Room 861 – Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Late-night comedy with big energy.
⭐ SATURDAY – December 13
12:45 PM – Christmas Jubilee
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma
Afternoon holiday entertainment for families and tour groups.
3:00 PM – North Carolina Symphony: Holiday Pops
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
A grand holiday performance for families and classical music lovers.
6:45 PM – Christmas Jubilee
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma
Evening show full of Christmas charm.
7:00 PM – Jimmy Fortune
📍 Liberty Showcase Theater – Liberty
Country, gospel, storytelling, and heartfelt music.
7:00 PM – Kelsey Cook
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Stand-up sensation returns for another packed night.
7:00 PM – Dreaming of a 2009 Christmas
📍 Kings – Raleigh
Alt-holiday vibes and unconventional holiday nostalgia.
7:30 PM – Brandi Denise
📍 Room 861 – Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Prime-time comedy from a nationally touring headliner.
8:00 PM – North Carolina Symphony: Holiday Pops
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
Raleigh’s holiday orchestra tradition continues.
8:00 PM – Chatham County Line
📍 Haw River Ballroom – Saxapahaw
Beloved Americana and folk ensemble.
8:00 PM – Southern Culture On The Skids
📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro
Cult-favorite Southern rock and alt-country with electric live energy.
8:30 PM – Futurebirds
📍 Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh
Indie rock favorite with atmospheric, melodic storytelling.
9:30 PM – Kelsey Cook
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Laughs after dark.
10:00 PM – Brandi Denise
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Late-night finale with nonstop energy.
⭐ SUNDAY – December 14
2:15 PM – Christmas Jubilee
📍 Rudy Theatre – Selma
Weekend matinee magic.
3:00 PM – Johnston County Chorus: Sing Noel!
📍 The Clayton Center – Clayton
A community choir performance full of holiday spirit.
4:00 PM – The Raleigh Ringers
📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh
A nationally renowned handbell group with a dazzling seasonal concert.
7:30 PM – Brandi Denise
📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh
Closing out the week with comedy.
🌟 Why This Guide Matters
This week across the Raleigh region features major productions, Christmas shows, headline concerts, symphonies, comedy stars, and cultural showcases. Whether you prefer a matinee holiday performance, a comedy club night out, or a downtown symphony concert, there’s something unforgettable every single day.
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