21 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week · July 16–19, 2026

Free Events

Live After 5 with River Shook

Downtown's favorite family-friendly summer concert series returns with River Shook performing live at Moore Square, plus local food trucks.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 7:00 PM · Moore Square, Downtown Raleigh

Flex & Flow Fest Run/Walk

Urban Run Club Raleigh, We Run Durham, and The Social Hike team up for a beginner-friendly walk/run through Downtown Raleigh with community vibes.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Moore Square, Downtown Raleigh

Music & Nightlife

Train with Barenaked Ladies and Matt Nathanson

Rock staples Train headline an outdoor show at Walnut Creek with Barenaked Ladies and Matt Nathanson in support.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, Raleigh

Midtown Beach Music – Too Much Sylvia

The 16th season of the beloved Beach Music Series brings Too Much Sylvia to Midtown Park for live outdoor music, cold beverages, and food trucks.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 6:00 PM · Midtown Park, North Hills, Raleigh

Pauly Shore at Goodnights Comedy Club

Comedy legend Pauly Shore brings his stand-up show to Goodnights for multiple performances this weekend.

Friday, July 17, 2026 7:00 PM · Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd, Raleigh

The Summer Slumber Party at ComedyWorx

Pajamas optional, fun mandatory — a special late-night improv party with special guest Jill Eickmann from Leela Improv.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:00 PM · ComedyWorx, Raleigh

Vishal-Sheykhar: The Superhit Tour

Bollywood's legendary composer-duo Vishal-Sheykhar bring their hit-packed live show to Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

Sunday, July 19, 2026 5:15 PM · Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh

Arts & Culture

Longform House Teams at ComedyWorx

Teams of improvisers create extended performances based on a single audience suggestion in this fan-favorite weekly showcase.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 7:00 PM · ComedyWorx, Raleigh

Viewing the Revolutionary Age through an LGBTQ+ Lens

A thought-provoking evening program exploring queer perspectives on the Revolutionary Age, hosted by Raleigh Parks and Recreation.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 7:00 PM · Raleigh

Brent Morin at Raleigh Improv

Actor and stand-up comedian Brent Morin performs multiple shows at the Raleigh Improv this weekend.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · Raleigh Improv, Raleigh

Open Mic Night at The Portal HQ

Artists get a chance to showcase their talent at The Portal HQ in this game-show-style open mic — $10 tickets, performance not guaranteed but the energy is.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · The Portal HQ, Raleigh

Date Night

Summer Stillness Sound Bath

A deeply restorative sound bath experience at Current Wellness using live instruments to guide you into stillness and release.

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:00 PM · Current Wellness, 219 S East St, Raleigh

Tangled Vows

A theatrical experience at the Fletcher Opera Theater perfect for date night — grab tickets before they sell out.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 7:00 PM · Fletcher Opera Theater, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh

Festivals & Special Events

Fenton Maker's Market

A curated pop-up market showcasing local creators, artists, and vendors at Fenton — the Triangle's newest mixed-use destination.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 11:00 AM · Fenton, Cary

GalaxyCon Raleigh 2026

A 4-day festival of fandom with celebrities, artists, cosplayers, voice actors, gamers, and fans celebrating comics, sci-fi, anime, fantasy, and more at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 – Sunday, July 26, 2026 2:00 PM · Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh

Venezuela Earthquake Benefit Event at The Portal HQ

A benefit event raising money and awareness for Venezuela earthquake survivors — join the community at The Portal HQ on July 25th.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 · The Portal HQ, Raleigh

Family-Friendly

Dinosaur Adventure at NC State Fairgrounds

One weekend only — life-sized dinosaurs, fossil digs, raptor training sessions, baby dino meet & greets, bounce houses, and dino scooters, all fully indoors.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh

Outdoors & Active

Dose Down with Live Violin – Dose Yoga

A special edition of Dose Down featuring live violin from Meredith Mitchell, blending gentle restorative movement, breathwork, meditation, and music in an unheated room.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · Dose Yoga, Raleigh

Oak & Iron Impact Series Workout

A fun, community fitness event open to all fitness levels benefiting a good cause at Waverly Place in Cary.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 11:00 AM · Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary

Fat Positive Flow

An inclusive, body-positive yoga flow class at Current Wellness designed to welcome all bodies and all levels.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 11:30 AM · Current Wellness, 219 S East St, Raleigh

Sports

Moore Square Soccer Watch Party

Gather at Moore Square for a community watch party for the soccer match — bring a blanket and enjoy the game outdoors downtown.

Sunday, July 19, 2026 3:00 PM · Moore Square, Raleigh