The Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide

Your Guide to the Triangle’s Major Events | January 8–11th Edition

Looking for the biggest concerts, comedy shows, and live performances across the Triangle and beyond? This week’s Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Event Guide highlights nationally touring comedians, major symphony performances, tribute bands, and standout live music happening in Raleigh, Durham, Carrboro, Wake Forest, and surrounding North Carolina communities.

🎤 Thursday, January 8, 2026

Amber Autry

9:15 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Kick off the weekend early with sharp, high-energy stand-up from Amber Autry at one of Raleigh’s premier comedy venues.

🎶 Friday, January 9, 2026

Ali Siddiq

7:00 PM

📍 Dunn Center for the Performing Arts – Rocky Mount, NC

Don D.C. Curry

7:00 PM & 9:15 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Jesse Fox

7:30 PM

📍 The Wake Forest Listening Room at Magnolia Roots – Wake Forest, NC

Liz Miele

7:30 PM & 9:45 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

North Carolina Symphony: JoAnn Falletta – Carmina Burana

8:00 PM

📍 Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts – Raleigh, NC

Shoot To Thrill – AC/DC Tribute Band

8:00 PM

📍 The Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh, NC

Muscadine Bloodline

8:00 PM

📍 Carolina Theatre of Durham – Durham, NC

🎸 Saturday, January 10, 2026

Abbey Road Live

4:00 PM & 8:00 PM

📍 Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro, NC

Lonesome River Band

7:00 PM

📍 Liberty Showcase Theater – Liberty, NC

Don D.C. Curry

7:00 PM & 9:30 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Balsam Range

7:30 PM

📍 Edna E. Boykin Cultural Center – Wilson, NC

Liz Miele

7:30 PM

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

North Carolina Symphony: JoAnn Falletta – Carmina Burana

8:00 PM

📍 Meymandi Concert Hall – Raleigh, NC

Emo Night Karaoke

8:00 PM

📍 The Ritz – Raleigh, NC

Heart Brigade: A Tribute to Heart

8:00 PM

📍 The Lincoln Theatre– Raleigh, NC

🎭 Sunday, January 11, 2026

Matt Stone and the TEC Band: Elvis in Person

7:00 PM

📍 Fletcher Opera Theater at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts – Raleigh, NC

Don D.C. Curry

7:00 PM

📍 Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Rob Stant

7:30 PM

📍 Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

This week’s lineup delivers:

National touring comedians Major symphony performances Sold-out caliber tribute and country acts Iconic Triangle venues

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Thursday in the Triangle Event Guide August 7th Edition

Looking for fun, free, and local things to do this Thursday? Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, or surrounding areas, the Triangle is buzzing with exciting events on Thursday, August 7, 2025 — from art festivals and live music to karaoke, kids’ activities, and food giveaways.

All-Day Highlights

Uproar Festival of Public Art – Orange County

🕐 All Day | 💵 FREE | 📍 Various locations

Explore large-scale, interactive public art installations across Orange County. Perfect for art lovers and families alike.

CatVideoFest – Triangle Locations

🕐 Various showtimes | 💵 Varies by location

A global hit featuring the best, funniest, and most adorable cat videos curated into one film. Check Triangle theaters for times.

🎨 Morning & Midday Events

Plein Air Drawing & Painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery – Raleigh

🕘 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 💵 FREE

A serene way to start your day. Bring your sketchbook or paints and create in a peaceful, historic setting.

Free Food Giveaway – Zebulon

🕘 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 💵 FREE | 📍 Hopkins Chapel Baptist Church

Hosted by the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC. No registration needed.

Free Kids’ Movie: Over the Hedge – Raleigh

🕙 10:00 AM | 💵 FREE | 📍 Triangle Cinemas @ Six Forks

Perfect summer outing for families with young children.

Bilingual Storytime – Durham

🕥 10:30 AM–11:00 AM | 💵 FREE | 📍 Nasher Museum of Art

An engaging, educational storytime in English and Spanish for little learners.

Watermelon Day at the State Farmers Market – Raleigh

🕚 11:00 AM–1:00 PM | 💵 FREE

Celebrate summer with free watermelon slices, giveaways, and fun family activities!

Incredible Science – Raleigh

🕜 1:30 PM | 💵 FREE | 📍 NC Museum of Natural Sciences

A hands-on program perfect for curious kids and science enthusiasts.

Afternoon to Early Evening

National IPA Day – Raleigh

🕒 3:00 PM | 💵 Discounts | 📍 Lonerider Brewing Company

Celebrate with craft brews and IPA specials all afternoon.

An Evening with Sculptor Patrick Dougherty – Raleigh

🕠 5:30 PM–7:00 PM | 💵 FREE | 📍 NC Museum of Art

Meet the artist behind internationally celebrated stickwork sculptures.

Live Music on the Westin Rooftop – Durham

🕠 5:30 PM–7:30 PM | 💵 FREE

Enjoy sweeping views and live tunes at this chic rooftop venue.

🎶 Evening Fun Across the Triangle

Jazz in the Square – Raleigh

🕕 6:00 PM–8:00 PM | 💵 FREE | 📍 Moore Square

Featuring Moon Unit with members of Instant Alter – perfect for downtown vibes.

Live Music Lineup:

Just Us – Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest (6–9 PM) Chris Lewis – Bearded Bee Brewing, Wendell (6 PM) Thursday Night Live – Southern Village, Chapel Hill (7–9 PM)

Open Mic & Vinyl Nights:

Open Mic (music & poetry) – Common Market, Durham (6–8 PM) Vinyl Night – Gizmo Brew Works, Durham (6–9 PM)

Game Nights & Trivia:

Game Night – Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner (6–9 PM) Triangle Trivia Tournament – Raleigh Brewing (7–10 PM) Board Game Night – Moon Dog Meadery, Durham (7–11 PM)

Karaoke & Music Bingo:

Ruckus Open Mic – Ruckus Pizza, Morrisville (7 PM) Karaoke with JV Jams – Red Moose Brewing, Pittsboro (7 PM) Music Bingo – Fortnight Brewing, Cary (7–9 PM) Music Bingo – Steel String Brewery, Carrboro (7 PM)

Late-Night Entertainment:

Air Hockey Tournament – Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham (8–10 PM) Free Comedy Show – Clouds Brewing, Raleigh (8–10 PM) Jazz Jam Open Mic – Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary (8–11 PM) Thursday Karaoke – Tap Yard, Raleigh (9–11 PM)

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